Atty. Frederick M. Haskins

Atty. Frederick M. Haskins

Insurance and other corporate matters, including company acquisitions and mergers as well as drafting agent contracts. Expert testimony on policy language.

Des Moines Des Moines 54 yrs experience 54 year
Call (515) 561-5173 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Frederick M. Haskins at a glance

Frederick M. Haskins is a Retired Partner based in Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Patterson Law Firm, L.L.P.. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on litigation, government, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1972). Educated at Iowa, University of (BBA Iowa, 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Polk County and Iowa State Bar Associations Federation of Regulatory Counsel Iowa Insurance & Financial Service Education Foundation Board of Directors. Serands clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Insurance and other corporate matters, including company acquisitions and mergers as well as drafting agent contracts
  • Expert testimony on policy language
  • Regulatory representation for insurance and securities
  • Mediation and arbitration of insurance disputes
  • Lobbying
  • Clients have included Iowa Insurance Institute (18 years before legislature and Iowa Insurance Division) and Iowa Surety Association
  • Former Commissioner of Insurance of Iowa (acting 1986)
  • All areas of insurance: property, casualty, life, health, annuities, and crop
  • Professional Associations and Memberships Member of the Polk County and Iowa State Bar Association Member of the Federation of Regulatory Counsel Treasurer and Board Member for the Salisbury House Foundation Honors & Awards Received the highest possible rating from Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory Publications Authored: Diminution-in-Value
  • Paying more for Less, Federation of Regulatory Counsel Quarterly Journal, June 21, 2003 Salutary Effect of the Retaliatory Tax in Promoting Economic Development of the Insurance Industry in Iowa, Federation of Regulatory Counsel Quarterly Journal, March 8, 2003 Hobbies Golf

Practice Areas Explained

Frederick M. Haskins's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Frederick M. Haskins handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

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

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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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 Frederick M. Haskins

Where is Frederick M. Haskins's law office located?
Frederick M. Haskins's law practice is located in Des Moines, Iowa. The firm is Patterson Law Firm, L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Frederick M. Haskins handle?
Frederick M. Haskins focuses on litigation, government, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Frederick M. Haskins practiced law?
Frederick M. Haskins has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Frederick M. Haskins go to law school?
Frederick M. Haskins earned their education at (BBA Iowa, 1969).
How can I contact Frederick M. Haskins for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Frederick M. Haskins received?
Frederick M. Haskins's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

BBA Iowa
Iowa, University of
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1972

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