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Global Legal Powerhouse with Iowa Roots
Dentons Davis Brown represents the powerful combination of a historic Iowa law firm with the global reach of the world’s largest legal practice. Originally founded in 1929 as the Davis Brown Law Firm, the firm has been a pillar of the Des Moines legal community for nearly a century. In 2021, it joined forces with Dentons, providing its clients with unprecedented access to legal talent in over 80 countries while maintaining the local expertise and personalized service that Iowans have trusted for generations. This unique positioning allows the firm to handle everything from local business formations to complex international litigation.
Full-Service Legal Solutions
As a full-service firm, Dentons Davis Brown offers comprehensive legal support across virtually every sector of the economy. Their practice areas include:
- Business and Corporate Law: Advising startups to Fortune 500 companies on mergers, acquisitions, and governance.
- Litigation and Dispute Resolution: Representing clients in high-stakes commercial disputes, class actions, and appellate matters.
- Health Care: counseling hospitals, providers, and insurers on regulatory compliance and transactions.
- Agribusiness: Providing specialized legal services to farmers, cooperatives, and agricultural technology companies.
- Immigration: Assisting businesses and individuals with visas, compliance, and global mobility.
A Tradition of Excellence
The firm’s commitment to quality is evidenced by its consistent recognition in the industry. Dentons Davis Brown has been voted ”Best Law Firm” in Des Moines by the Business Record for over 19 consecutive years. It is also the only Iowa firm to achieve Band 1 rankings from Chambers USA across multiple practice areas. When you hire an attorney here, you are engaging a team that is not only locally dominant but globally connected. If you need to find a lawyer who can grow with your business, no matter where it takes you, Dentons Davis Brown is the premier choice.
Iconic Downtown Location
The firm operates from the Davis Brown Tower on 10th Street, a landmark 13-story building in the heart of downtown Des Moines. This central hub ensures easy access to the courts and the city’s business core. Whether you are facing a local legal challenge or expanding your operations overseas, Dentons Davis Brown provides the sophisticated counsel you need to succeed.
Specializing In
Agribusiness, Health Care Law, Corporate Mergers, Immigration, Commercial Litigation, Real Estate, Intellectual Property
Address & Location
Located in the heart of the Downtown Des Moines business and entertainment district, situated along a prominent street near major corporate offices and parks.
Building Location
The prestigious Davis Brown Tower, a 13-story Class A professional office building constructed in 2008. The tower stands in the vibrant 10th Street corridor near local landmarks like Centro and Malo.
Suite Access
The firm’s offices are located on the top floor in Suite 1300. Enter through the main street-level lobby of the Davis Brown Tower and take the express passenger elevator up to the 13th floor.
Parking Details
Visitors and clients can utilize the building’s 710-stall interior parking structure or find public parking at the nearby 10th Street Parkade.
Public Transit
Served by Des Moines Area Regional Transit Authority Route 60 (Ingersoll/University); nearest stop is at Grand Ave & 9th St.
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