Atty. F. Montgomery Brown

Atty. F. Montgomery Brown

F. Montgomery Brown is a lawyer practicing criminal law, personal injury, litigation and 1 other area of law.

West Des Moines West Des Moines 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About F. Montgomery Brown at a glance

F. Montgomery Brown is a Partner based in West Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at BrownScott, P.L.C.. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1986), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa (1987), U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1991), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa (1993). Educated at Drake University (J.D., 1986) and Buena Vista University (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Dallas County (President, 1992), Polk County and Iowa State Bar Associations Iowa Trial Lawyers Association Iowa Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serands clients in West Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • F. Montgomery Brown is a lawyer practicing criminal law, personal injury, litigation and 1 other area of law
  • F. received a B.A. degree from Buena Vista University in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • F. practices at BrownScott, P.L.C. in West Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

F. Montgomery Brown's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases F. Montgomery Brown handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

F. Montgomery Brown is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Iowa →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

F. Montgomery Brown is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Iowa →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

F. Montgomery Brown is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Iowa →

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 West 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 F. Montgomery Brown

Where is F. Montgomery Brown's law office located?
F. Montgomery Brown's law practice is located in West Des Moines, Iowa. The firm is BrownScott, P.L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does F. Montgomery Brown handle?
F. Montgomery Brown focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has F. Montgomery Brown practiced law?
F. Montgomery Brown has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did F. Montgomery Brown go to law school?
F. Montgomery Brown earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact F. Montgomery Brown for a consultation?
You can contact F. Montgomery Brown 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 F. Montgomery Brown received?
F. Montgomery Brown's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Drake University
- 1986
B.A.
Buena Vista University
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa
Admitted: 1993

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