Atty. David Alan Tank

Atty. David Alan Tank

David Alan Tank is a lawyer practicing antitrust / trade law, health care, intellectual property litigation and 2 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Colgate University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Des Moines Des Moines 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About David Alan Tank at a glance

David Alan Tank is an Attorney based in Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Dorsey & Whitney LLP. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on business, ip, product liability, litigation, and health care. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1984). Educated at University of Iowa College of Law (J.D., 1984) and Colgate University (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Polk County, Iowa State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • David Alan Tank is a lawyer practicing antitrust / trade law, health care, intellectual property litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Colgate University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • David practices at Dorsey & Whitney LLP in Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

David Alan Tank's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Alan Tank handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Iowa

Practicing law in Iowa. Legal matters in Iowa are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Des Moines are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Iowa state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Iowa brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Iowa courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Alan Tank

Where is David Alan Tank's law office located?
David Alan Tank's law practice is located in Des Moines, Iowa. The firm is Dorsey & Whitney LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Alan Tank handle?
David Alan Tank focuses on business, ip, product liability, litigation, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has David Alan Tank practiced law?
David Alan Tank has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did David Alan Tank go to law school?
David Alan Tank earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact David Alan Tank for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David Alan Tank received?
David Alan Tank's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Iowa College of Law
- 1984
B.A.
Colgate University
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1984

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