Thirty attorneys at Shuttleworth & Ingersoll, PLC have been selected for inclusion in Best Lawyers in America 2026, with seven earning the distinction of “Lawyer of the Year” in Cedar Rapids.
The Cedar Rapids-based law firm’s “Lawyer of the Year” honorees span multiple practice areas. Brian D. Bergstrom was recognized in Mergers and Acquisitions Law, while Jace T. Bisgard earned the honor in Product Liability Litigation – Defendants. Terri C. Davis received dual recognition in Litigation – Labor and Employment and Workers’ Compensation Law – Employers.
Laurie L. Dawley was named “Lawyer of the Year” in Banking and Finance Law, and Tricia L. Hoffman-Simanek received the designation in Insurance Law. Timothy J. Krumm was honored in Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), and Jennifer E. Rinden was recognized in Litigation – Health Care.
The firm’s 30 attorneys selected for Best Lawyers represent expertise across numerous practice areas, including corporate law, real estate, intellectual property, family law, and litigation. Several attorneys have maintained their Best Lawyers recognition for decades, with Gary J. Streit first recognized in 1989 and Dan R. Childers in 1993.
Among the newly recognized attorneys are Mark P.A. Hudson and Timothy Klima, both receiving their first Best Lawyers distinction in 2026.
The Best Lawyers recognition spans the firm’s practice areas from traditional corporate and banking law to specialized fields including patent law, environmental litigation, and collaborative family law.
Established in 1854, Shuttleworth & Ingersoll has grown into one of Iowa’s largest law firms, with more than 60 attorneys serving clients across Iowa and internationally. The firm maintains offices in Cedar Rapids, Coralville, Waterloo, Nashua, and Grundy Center.
