Atty. Thomas Michael Cunningham
Thomas Michael Cunningham is a lawyer practicing employment litigation, employment counseling and risk avoidance, union avoidance, organizational campaigns, and nlrb proceedings and 13 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from University of Iowa in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years.
Employment Counseling and Risk Avoidance & More Attorney · Serving Des Moines, IA · 42+ Years Experience
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About Thomas Michael Cunningham at a Glance
Thomas Michael Cunningham is a Shareholder based in Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Nyemaster Goode, P.C.. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on employment, business, ip, class action, and trade secrets. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1984), Iowa United States District Courts for: N.D. Iowa, S.D. Iowa, W.D. Missouri, D. Nebraska, C.D. Illin (1989), and Nebraska (2023). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1984) and University of Iowa (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Thomas Michael Cunningham
- Thomas Michael Cunningham is a lawyer practicing employment litigation, employment counseling and risk avoidance, union avoidance, organizational campaigns, and nlrb proceedings and 13 other areas of law
- Thomas received a B.A. degree from University of Iowa in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
- Thomas practices at Nyemaster Goode, P.C. in Des Moines, IA
Practice Areas Explained
Thomas Michael Cunningham's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Michael Cunningham 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.
Thomas Michael Cunningham 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.
Thomas Michael Cunningham is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Iowa →
Intellectual Property in Des Moines
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Thomas Michael Cunningham is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Iowa →
Class Action in Des Moines
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Trade Secrets in Des Moines
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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 Thomas Michael Cunningham
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 Thomas Michael Cunningham's practice in the field of employment, business, ip, class action, and trade secrets.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Thomas Michael Cunningham brings 42+ 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 Missouri, Iowa United States District Courts for: N.D. Iowa, S.D. Iowa, W.D. Missouri, D. Nebraska, C.D. Illin, and Nebraska, Thomas Michael Cunningham can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and ip, Thomas Michael Cunningham 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 Thomas Michael Cunningham 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 Thomas Michael Cunningham Handles in Des Moines
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Thomas Michael Cunningham has experience with under Iowa law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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