Atty. Dean R. Einck

Atty. Dean R. Einck

Dean R. Einck is an Attorney and Senior Vice President at S&I whose work focuses on mergers, acquisitions, divestitures of businesses, corporate law, tax law, estate planning, and communications law, employee benefits and executive compensation.

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Profile Summary

About Dean R. Einck at a Glance

Dean R. Einck is a trusts, business, tax, and m&a attorney based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, practicing at Shuttleworth & Ingersoll PLC. Admitted to practice in Iowa, The Iowa State Bar Association. Educated at The University of Iowa (J.D., 1982) and University of Northern Iowa (BA, 1979). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026). Serves clients in Cedar Rapids, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated November 2026

About Dean R. Einck

  • Dean R. Einck is an Attorney and Senior Vice President at S&I whose work focuses on mergers, acquisitions, divestitures of businesses, corporate law, tax law, estate planning, and communications law, employee benefits and executive compensation
  • Dean is the chair of the Media and Communications Practice Group and has significant experience representing media companies including newspapers, commercial printers, television stations and internet businesses
  • Dean is listed in The Best Lawyers in America® and in Super Lawyers® for Mergers & Acquisitions Law, Tax Law, and Trusts and Estates and in Super Lawyers® for Mergers & Acquisitions, Tax and Estate Planning and Probate
  • Dean is also a certified public accountant (inactive) in Iowa
  • Dean is a Fellow of the American Bar Foundation and Iowa State Bar Foundation, a past member of the Iowa State Bar Association Board of Governors, a Director and past chairperson of the board of Abbe, Inc. and is the Chairperson of the Board of the Abbe Center for Community Care, Inc. Dean also serves as a Volunteer Attorney for Iowa Legal Aid

Practice Areas Explained

Dean R. Einck's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Dean R. Einck handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Cedar Rapids.

Trusts in Cedar Rapids

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Business & Corporate Law in Cedar Rapids

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

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Tax Law in Cedar Rapids

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Dean R. Einck is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Iowa →

Mergers & Acquisitions in Cedar Rapids

Dean R. Einck is one of 49,430 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Iowa →

Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in Cedar Rapids

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 Cedar Rapids 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 venue, 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.

Cedar Rapids Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a Cedar Rapids-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.

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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Dean R. Einck

Where is Dean R. Einck's law office located?
Dean R. Einck's law practice is located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The firm is Shuttleworth & Ingersoll PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Dean R. Einck handle?
Dean R. Einck focuses on trusts, business, tax, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
Where did Dean R. Einck go to law school?
Dean R. Einck earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (BA, 1979).
How can I contact Dean R. Einck for a consultation?
You can contact Dean R. Einck directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Dean R. Einck received?
Dean R. Einck's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law; Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law; Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:.

Professional Profile

Why Clients in Cedar Rapids Choose Dean R. Einck

Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Dean R. Einck's practice in the field of trusts, business, tax, and m&a.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering trusts, business, and tax, Dean R. Einck can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in Cedar Rapids

A Cedar Rapids-based practice means Dean R. Einck attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.

Case Types

Common Legal Issues Dean R. Einck Handles in Cedar Rapids

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Dean R. Einck has experience with under Iowa law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.

Business formation and structure
Business
Contract drafting and review
Business
Partnership disputes
Business
Merger and acquisition support
Business
IRS audit representation
Tax
Tax lien and levy defense
Tax
Offer in compromise
Tax
Business tax planning
Tax

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Dean R. Einck directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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Dean R. Einck's Practice Areas & Specializations

Education & Law School Background

J.D.
The University of Iowa
- 1982
BA
University of Northern Iowa
- 1979

Awards & Professional Honors

Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Communications Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Listed as a Great Plains Super Lawyer--Tax, Mergers & Acquisitions, Estate Planning & Probate
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell, Inc. Rating “AV”
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Named Cedar Rapids “Lawyer of the Year” for Mergers and Acquisitions (2018) by Best Lawyers in America
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Named Cedar Rapids “Lawyer of the Year” Tax Law (2016) by Best Lawyers in America
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Listed in The Best Lawyers in America–Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law, Tax Law, Trusts and Estates
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Cedar Rapids)
- 2025
Lawyer of the Year — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (Cedar Rapids)
- 2018
Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Cedar Rapids)
- 2016

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

Iowa, The Iowa State Bar Association

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