Atty. Russell Lawrence Samson

Atty. Russell Lawrence Samson

Russell Lawrence Samson is a lawyer practicing employment & labor law, background checks and drug testing best practices, employee complaints and termination and 10 other areas of law. Russell received a B.S. degree from Iowa State University in 1970, and has been licensed for 51 years.

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About Russell Lawrence Samson at a glance

Russell Lawrence Samson is an Of Counsel based in Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Dickinson, Bradshaw, Fowler & Hagen, P.C.. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on employment, litigation, civil rights, military, and adr. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1975). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1975) and Iowa State University (B.S. Iowa, 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Russell Lawrence Samson is a lawyer practicing employment & labor law, background checks and drug testing best practices, employee complaints and termination and 10 other areas of law
  • Russell received a B.S. degree from Iowa State University in 1970, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Russell practices at Dickinson, Bradshaw, Fowler & Hagen, P.C. in Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Russell Lawrence Samson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Russell Lawrence Samson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Russell Lawrence Samson is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Iowa →

Civil Litigation

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

Russell Lawrence Samson is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Iowa →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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Military Law

Military attorneys for court-martial, discharge upgrades, veterans benefits, and military family matters.

Russell Lawrence Samson is one of 8,613 military attorneys indexed nationally. Browse military attorneys in Iowa →

Mediation & Arbitration

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

Russell Lawrence Samson is one of 73,906 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 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 Russell Lawrence Samson

Where is Russell Lawrence Samson's law office located?
Russell Lawrence Samson's law practice is located in Des Moines, Iowa. The firm is Dickinson, Bradshaw, Fowler & Hagen, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Russell Lawrence Samson handle?
Russell Lawrence Samson focuses on employment, litigation, civil rights, military, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Russell Lawrence Samson practiced law?
Russell Lawrence Samson has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Russell Lawrence Samson go to law school?
Russell Lawrence Samson earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.S. Iowa, 1970).
How can I contact Russell Lawrence Samson for a consultation?
You can contact Russell Lawrence Samson 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 Russell Lawrence Samson received?
Russell Lawrence Samson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University
- 1975
B.S. Iowa
Iowa State University
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1975

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