Atty. Matthew Dake

Atty. Matthew Dake

Matthew Dake is a lawyer practicing mediator in workers comp cases, personal injury, workers compensation. Matthew received a B.A. degree from University of Northern Iowa in 1994, and has been licensed for 29 years.

Cedar Rapids Cedar Rapids 29 Years Experience 29 year
Call (319) 487-0021

Profile Summary

About Matthew Dake at a glance

Matthew Dake is an Associate based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, practicing at Rush & Nicholson, P.L.C.. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on personal injury, workers comp, and adr. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1997). Educated at Creighton University (J.D., 1997) and University of Northern Iowa (B.A. Business, 1994). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar Association Linn County Bar Association Iowa Association of Justice. Serves clients in Cedar Rapids, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Matthew Dake is a lawyer practicing mediator in workers comp cases, personal injury, workers compensation
  • Matthew received a B.A. degree from University of Northern Iowa in 1994, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Matthew practices at Rush & Nicholson, P.L.C. in Cedar Rapids, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Dake's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew Dake 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.

Matthew Dake is one of 238,048 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.

Matthew Dake is one of 49,806 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Iowa →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Matthew Dake is one of 67,021 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew Dake

Where is Matthew Dake's law office located?
Matthew Dake's law practice is located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The firm is Rush & Nicholson, P.L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Dake handle?
Matthew Dake focuses on personal injury, workers comp, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Matthew Dake practiced law?
Matthew Dake has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Matthew Dake go to law school?
Matthew Dake earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A. Business, 1994).
How can I contact Matthew Dake for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Matthew Dake received?
Matthew Dake's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Creighton University
- 1997
B.A. Business
University of Northern Iowa
- 1994

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1997

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