BrownWinick Law Firm

06/18/2026

With Iowa’s primary elections and state party conventions concluded, the political landscape shifts entirely to the November general election. To help you track key battlegrounds, our team has analyzed the latest June voter registration data.

With Iowa’s primary elections and state party conventions concluded, the political landscape shifts entirely to the November general election. To help you track key battlegrounds, our team has analyzed the latest June voter registration data.

06/11/2026

Following BrownWinick’s Annual Meeting, we’re pleased to announce Cindy Lande as the firm’s next Managing Member and welcome Bob Hodges and Ellen Hames to the Executive Committee. We also extend our thanks to Sean Moore for his service as Managing Member and to Danielle Smid for her service on the Executive Committee. We’re grateful for their leadership and continued contributions to BrownWinick.

BrownWinick announces Cindy Lande as next Managing Member, welcomes Bob Hodges and Ellen Hames to the Executive Committee, and thanks Sean Moore and Danielle Smid for their leadership and service.

06/10/2026

Don’t miss our Employment Law Webinar Series! Quarterly, one-hour sessions packed with the latest workplace law updates + practical tips you can use right away.
- CLE, HR & SHRM credit available!
- June 25, 2026 | 12-1 pm.
Register today!
https://hubs.ly/Q04kM3dW0

06/09/2026

We’re excited to welcome attorney Ryan Leemkuil to BrownWinick! Ryan brings an exceptional background in litigation and significant experience as a federal prosecutor. We’re thrilled to have him on our team and look forward to the experience and insight he will bring to our clients and colleagues. Welcome, Ryan!

BrownWinick welcomes attorney Ryan Leemkuil, bringing extensive litigation experience and a strong background as a federal prosecutor.

06/08/2026

BrownWinick is proud to welcome this talented group of law students to our 2026 Summer Associate Program. We’re excited to introduce this exceptional class and share their journey.

BrownWinick welcomes 13 law students to its 2026 Summer Associate Program, offering hands-on experience in litigation, transactions, client meetings, depositions, hearings, and trials at a full-service Iowa law firm.

06/04/2026

The Chambers USA 2026 rankings have arrived, and BrownWinick is honored to be recognized across several Iowa practice areas, including Corporate/M&A, Energy & Natural Resources, Labor & Employment, Litigation, and Real Estate. Congratulations to Anshu Pasricha, Brennan Block, Christopher Sackett, Haley Van Loon, Samantha Norris, Danielle Smid, Jennifer Lindberg, Michael Dee, and Karen Karr on their individual rankings.

This recognition reflects the strength of our team and our continued dedication to serving clients with excellence.

Read more below!

BrownWinick celebrates its Chambers USA 2026 rankings, recognizing top Iowa attorneys and practice areas in Corporate/M&A, Energy & Natural Resources, Labor & Employment, Litigation, and Real Estate.

06/03/2026

Iowa’s primary election featured several closely watched contests, including multiple open-seat races and challenges to incumbent legislators. Read on for a recap of the primary results.

Iowa’s Primary Election was held yesterday, June 2, featuring several closely watched contests, including multiple open-seat races and challenges to incumbent legislators.

06/01/2026

Client Alert: USCIS has issued new guidance on adjustment of status applications, signaling a policy shift that will likely bring increased scrutiny to applications. Read more or contact us with questions about specific cases or how this may affect your organization.

USCIS’s new adjustment of status guidance signals a policy shift and likely increased scrutiny of applications. Learn what it may mean for employers, organizations, and specific cases contact BrownWinick with questions.

05/29/2026

Billy Daniel will be speaking at ENTREFest on Thursday, June 11, at 2:15 PM on “Early Investments and How a SAFE Actually Works.” This presentation will explore how misunderstandings can lead to unanticipated dilution when it comes time for a Series A and will work through the mechanics of issuing SAFEs versus other early-stage investments and how they intersect with a Series A priced round.

05/27/2026

Charlie Damschen will be joining the panel at ENTREFest for “Ask the VMS Experts: Leveraging Mentorship from Iowa and Iowa State Mentors” on Thursday, June 11, from 11:00 AM-11:45 AM.

This discussion will explore why mentorship matters, how a mentor can help you reach your startup’s goals, and include a live Q&A.