Johnston, Stannard, Klesner, Burbidge & Fitzgerald, P.L.C.

With a record of outstanding client service in personal injury, criminal defense, family law, collaborative law, real estate, bankruptcy and civil litigation that goes back more than 40 years, the law firm of Johnston, Stannard, Klesner, Burbidge & Fitzgerald, PLC, in Iowa City represents people on a wide range of legal problems, especially those that arise unexpectedly and place your most important interests at risk. Contact our office to learn how our experienced attorneys can expand your options toward achieving a positive result.

Established in 1968 as the Joe Johnston Law Firm, today we're a regional practice serving the needs of clients from Des Moines, Cedar Rapids and other central and eastern Iowa communities. Our firm holds the AV Preeminent* rating under Martindale-Hubbell's peer review rating system. We emphasize finding prompt, complete and cost-effective solutions to the kinds of problems that many families, individuals and small businesses are likely to encounter at one time or another: an OWI arrest, a divorce, a car accident, or financial pressures such as mortgage foreclosure or wage garnishment.

As experienced courtroom attorneys, we know how to investigate the facts of a situation in order to assess the merits of your case, develop essential negotiating leverage, and present your case to a judge or jury if a satisfactory result cannot be obtained through settlement. At the same time, we know how to anticipate and protect continuing and long-term interests in divorce, bankruptcy or criminal defense while dealing with the immediate legal challenges you're facing.

Learn more about the benefits of working with experienced lawyers committed to the best possible outcome for every client we serve. Contact the law firm of Johnston, Stannard, Klesner, Burbidge & Fitzgerald, PLC, in Iowa City for additional information.

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