Brian Patrick Rickert
Law Offices of Brian Patrick Rickert • Des Moines, IA
Construction DevelopmentEmployment LawEnergyGeneral PracticePersonal Injury
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Suite 2000, Des Moines, IA, 50309-2510, US
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About
Brian Patrick Rickert is a distinguished attorney at the Law Offices of Brian Patrick Rickert, where he leverages his extensive legal expertise to navigate complex litigation and provide exceptional service to his clients. With a foundational background in business and law, having earned his J.D. with honors from Drake University Law School in 1998 and a B.B.A. from the University of Iowa in 1995, Brian has cultivated a diverse practice with a concentration in Employment Law, Energy, General Practice, Personal Injury, Real Estate, and Tax law. Brian's career is marked by his dedication to representing both public and private entities, as well as individuals, across a broad spectrum of legal challenges. His experience includes the litigation of intricate business disputes, handling various tort claims, and resolving conflicts involving shareholder interests. Known for his strategic approach and keen analytical skills, he effectively addresses issues related to agribusiness, construction, environmental law, and real estate, ensuring that his clients receive comprehensive and tailored legal solutions. Brian's commitment to client service is unparalleled; he prioritizes understanding each client's unique needs and objectives, allowing him to advocate effectively on their behalf. His authoritative presence in the legal arena, combined with his unwavering dedication to achieving favorable outcomes, positions him as a trusted advisor and a formidable advocate for those he represents in the Des Moines area and beyond.
About Construction Development Law
Construction attorneys handle legal matters in the building industry including contracts, disputes, liens, and regulatory compliance. Common matters include construction contracts, mechanic's liens, defect claims, delay disputes.
Credentials
Education
1998 Drake University Law School J.D., with honors 1995 University of Iowa B.B.A.
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2016 Des Moines Construction Law "Lawyer of the Year", Best Lawyers 2005 Forty Under 40, Des Moines Business Record N/A Construction Law, Best Lawyers in America N/A Construction Law, Chambers USA N/A Construction Law, Best Lawyers
Publications
2015 InsideMBI (Master Builders of Iowa) New Nonelection of Coverage and Protection Against Workers' Compensation Claims 2014 InsideMBI (Master Builders of Iowa) Recent Change to Iowa's Unemployment Insurance: Failure to Participate in Fact-Finding Interviews Can Cost You 2013 Iowa Banking Magazine Major Changes to Iowa's Mechanic's Lien Laws 2013 The Home Builders Blueprint (The Voice of the Greater Des Moines HBA) The 2013 Legislature Has Left the Building: The Impact on Homebuilders 2013 InsideMBI (Master Builders of Iowa) Legal Limits on the Use of Proprietary Specifications in Public Contracts in Iowa
Associations
Blank Park Zoo Board of Directors West Des Moines Water Works Trustee on the Board Taxpayers Association of Central Iowa Board of Directors Polk County Bar Association Member Iowa State Bar Association Member
Speaking
2015 ABA Construction Forum Practice of Construction Law and the Job Market for Construction Lawyers 2014 Webinar Commodity Price Decline and the Impact on Farm Leases 2014 National Business Institute Construction Contracts: Negotiating Key Provisions 2013 Webinar Recent Changes in Iowa's Construction Laws and Regulations, and the Impact on Your Business 2013 Iowa's Spring Education Conference - Regulatory & Compliance Anti-Indemnification and the Law
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Updated: May 25, 2026