Newkirk Zwagerman, P.L.C. – Des Moines, IA

Fearless Advocacy for Employee Rights

Newkirk Zwagerman, P.L.C. is a premier civil rights and employment law firm based in Des Moines, Iowa. Founded on the principle that every individual deserves dignity and equality in the workplace, the firm has earned a national reputation for taking on powerful corporations and institutions. Partners Jill Zwagerman and Thomas Newkirk are known for their groundbreaking work in exposing implicit bias and fighting systemic discrimination. Whether you have been sexually harassed, denied equal pay, or retaliated against for blowing the whistle, this firm provides the sophisticated legal counsel necessary to level the playing field. If you need to find an employment lawyer who is unafraid to litigate high-stakes cases, Newkirk Zwagerman is the champion you want.

Fighting Discrimination and Harassment

The firm’s attorneys are experts in the complex laws governing workplace conduct. They have secured multi-million dollar verdicts for clients, including landmark victories in sexual harassment and gender discrimination cases. Their practice areas include:

• Sexual Harassment: holding employers accountable for hostile work environments and unwanted advances.
• Discrimination: representing victims of bias based on race, gender, age, disability, or sexual orientation.
• Title IX: advocating for students and faculty in educational settings, particularly in sports and academia.
• Retaliation: protecting employees who are fired or demoted for asserting their legal rights.

Innovative Legal Strategies

Newkirk Zwagerman is at the forefront of applying social science to the law. They utilize implicit bias research to explain how unconscious prejudices influence hiring, firing, and promotion decisions. This unique approach allows them to prove discrimination even when there is no ‘smoking gun.’ If you are looking to hire an attorney who understands the psychology of the workplace as well as the law, this firm offers a distinct advantage.

We don’t just win cases; we change cultures. Our goal is to create a workforce where talent is rewarded, and bias is eliminated.

Located on the vibrant Ingersoll Avenue corridor, the firm’s office is a beacon of justice in the community. Trust your career and your reputation to a team that has spent decades fighting for the underdog.