Atty. Theodore W. Craig
Theodore W. Craig is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Litigation and Controversy - Tax.
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About Theodore W. Craig at a glance
Theodore W. Craig is a business, tax litigation, and litigation attorney based in Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Dickinson, Bradshaw, Fowler & Hagen PC. Educated at The University of Iowa (J.D., 2009). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (2026). Serands clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Theodore W. Craig is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Litigation and Controversy - Tax
- Ted, who practices law in Des Moines, Iowa, has been recognized since 2023
- This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Theodore W. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area
- Ted handles commercial litigation and related business matters for businesses and individuals, including construction companies, family farm entities, real estate firms, pipeline companies, manufacturers, and service providers
- Ted’s trial experience and his straightforward, practical approach to issues is an asset for clients, whether a client is looking to avoid litigation, resolve a dispute, or protect their rights at the courthouse
- Ted also works closely with city and county assessors across the state to defend appeals of property tax assessments on commercial, industrial, and multi-family properties
- Ted is the chair of the firm’s recruiting committee, is active in the Iowa State Bar Association, and is a life-long resident and supporter of Des Moines
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Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Theodore W. Craig is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Iowa →
Theodore W. Craig is one of 3,110 tax litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax litigation attorneys in Iowa →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Theodore W. Craig 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 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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