Practice areas serving
Iowa cities, Quad Cities area and employers

Hinders, Updegraff & Franklin, P.L.C. focuses on the legal issues where people and policy meet: municipal governance, labor and employment, public‑safety matters, and related disputes. Our attorneys help Iowa cities, public entities, and employers manage risk, resolve conflicts, and plan for the future with clear, practical guidance.​

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    Real Estate

    Transactions, easements, development, and property issues for municipalities, businesses, and individuals.

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    Government & Municipal

    Governance, ordinances, open meetings, public records, ethics, and day‑to‑day counsel for cities and public entities.

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    Law Enforcement & First Responders

    Counsel and defense for police, fire, EMS, public‑safety agencies on employment, discipline, investigations, and liability.

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    Construction

    Contract, bid, and project‑related issues for public and private construction, including disputes and risk management.

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    Labor & Employment

    Union and collective‑bargaining matters, labor relations, and related public‑ and private‑sector labor issues.

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    Administrative

    Representation before state and federal agencies, boards, and commissions in employment, licensing, and regulatory matters.

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    Appellate Practice

    Briefing and arguments in appeals from trial‑court and administrative decisions, including to the Iowa appellate courts.

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    Personal Injury

    Claims involving personal or work injuries, including auto collisions, premises liability, wrongful death, and related insurance disputes.

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