Atty. Gregory Gordon Barntsen

Atty. Gregory Gordon Barntsen

Gregory Gordon Barntsen is a lawyer practicing insurance law, insurance defense, products liability and 5 other areas of law. Gregory received a B.B.A. degree from University of Iowa in 1968, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Council Bluffs Council Bluffs 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About Gregory Gordon Barntsen at a glance

Gregory Gordon Barntsen is a Partner based in Council Bluffs, Iowa, practicing at Smith Peterson Law Firm, LLP. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, personal injury, workers comp, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1975), Nebraska (1983), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1983). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1974) and University of Iowa (B.B.A., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Council Bluffs, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Gregory Gordon Barntsen is a lawyer practicing insurance law, insurance defense, products liability and 5 other areas of law
  • Gregory received a B.B.A. degree from University of Iowa in 1968, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Gregory practices at Smith Peterson Law Firm, LLP in Council Bluffs, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Gregory Gordon Barntsen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gregory Gordon Barntsen handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wrongful Termination

Gregory Gordon Barntsen is one of 6,921 wrongful termination attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful termination attorneys in Iowa →

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.

Gregory Gordon Barntsen is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Iowa →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Gregory Gordon Barntsen is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Iowa →

Product Liability

Gregory Gordon Barntsen is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Iowa →

Civil Litigation

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

Gregory Gordon Barntsen 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 Council Bluffs 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 Gregory Gordon Barntsen

Where is Gregory Gordon Barntsen's law office located?
Gregory Gordon Barntsen's law practice is located in Council Bluffs, Iowa. The firm is Smith Peterson Law Firm, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gregory Gordon Barntsen handle?
Gregory Gordon Barntsen focuses on wrongful termination, personal injury, workers comp, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Gregory Gordon Barntsen practiced law?
Gregory Gordon Barntsen has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Gregory Gordon Barntsen go to law school?
Gregory Gordon Barntsen earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.B.A., 1968).
How can I contact Gregory Gordon Barntsen for a consultation?
You can contact Gregory Gordon Barntsen 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 Gregory Gordon Barntsen received?
Gregory Gordon Barntsen's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Iowa
- 1974
B.B.A.
University of Iowa
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1975
Nebraska
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1983

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