Atty. Patrick D. Smith
Patrick D. Smith is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, commercial litigation, insurance litigation and 1 other area of law.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Des Moines, IA · 33+ Years Experience
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About Patrick D. Smith at a Glance
Patrick D. Smith is a Shareholder based in Des Moines, Iowa. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on employment, business, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Iowa U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa (1993) and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1993). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1993) and Drake University (B.A. Economics, 1989). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Polk County, Iowa State (Member, Sections on: Employment Law Litigation) and American Bar Associations Iowa Defense Counsel Association Defense Research Institute, Inc. Serves clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Patrick D. Smith
- Patrick D. Smith is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, commercial litigation, insurance litigation and 1 other area of law
- Patrick received a B.A. degree from Drake University in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years
- Patrick practices in Des Moines, IA
Practice Areas Explained
Patrick D. Smith's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick D. Smith handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Des Moines.
Employment Law in Des Moines
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Patrick D. Smith is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Iowa →
Business & Corporate Law in Des Moines
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Patrick D. Smith is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Iowa →
Civil Litigation in Des Moines
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Patrick D. Smith is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Iowa →
Insurance Law in Des Moines
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
Patrick D. Smith is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Iowa →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Des Moines
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 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.
Des Moines Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Des Moines-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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Des Moines Choose Patrick D. Smith
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 Patrick D. Smith's practice in the field of employment, business, litigation, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Patrick D. Smith brings 33+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Iowa U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit, Patrick D. Smith can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and litigation, Patrick D. Smith can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Des Moines
A Des Moines-based practice means Patrick D. Smith 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 Patrick D. Smith Handles in Des Moines
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