Brad A Biren
About Brad
Biography
Brad is the newest addition to Johnston Martineau, joining as senior associate in the fall of 2017. He holds an undergraduate degree from Cornell University in Ithaca, New York, and his law degree from the University of Iowa. His broad and varied experience with the law and work in the public sector includes assisting with prosecutions at the US Attorney’s Office in Davenport, project management at the Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole, and nonprofit management throughout the United States.
While a native of New York City, Brad has grown to love the Midwest, especially the state of Iowa. He met his spouse, a native Iowan from Algona, while in graduate school in Iowa City, and has happily adopted the city of as his home. Specifically, Brad admires and appreciates the hard-working, honest, and kind spirit of the people of Iowa, and is eager to help injured Iowans with their legal needs.
On a personal note, I work in many different areas of practice within the des moines metro area, including:
Des Moines car accidents
Practice Areas
11
Practice Areas
14 years | 55 cases
14 years | 45 cases
2 cases
14 years | 5 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-40%
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Licensed in Iowa for 13 years
State: Iowa
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Location
Johnston Martineau
699 Walnut St Ste 400, Des Moines, IA, 50309-3962
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Brad A Biren's Reviews
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Posted by Melissa | July 19, 2022 | Consulted Attorney
Melissa
Brad was very easy to talk to and explained details regarding elder law planning and Medicaid planning in a way that was very easy to understand. I would not hesitate to call him in the future with additional questions. Highly recommend!
Posted by Drew | June 7, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Excellent to work with!
Brad is an excellent lawyer to work with. He has helped me really understand my case and know the ins and outs of how it all works. He is always great with communicating with me, and I hear back from him typically within minutes even! He always takes the time to answer my questions, and he really car...
Posted by Michelle | June 6, 2018 | Consulted Attorney
Michelle
Brad has been very educational an informative in helping me to understand how helpful he and his firm are. I would recommend talking with Brad to better understand your personal situation. He is a very caring individual.
Posted by Matt | June 4, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Amazing attorneys (and amazing people!)
I couldn't be happier with my experience with Johnston Martineau. My lawyer Brad called me back within minutes of reaching out to them. He made himself available for phone calls whenever I had questions, and replied to my e-mails and texts FAST! I always felt that Brad cared about me and how I was f...
Posted by anonymous | June 4, 2018 | Consulted Attorney
Great firm and even better team.
When discussing my case, Brad Biren was extremely helpful and very compassionate. He made everything easy and was very understanding.
Brad A Biren's Lawyer Endorsements
"Brad has one of the most important characteristics for a personal injury attorney, heartfelt dedication to his clients. Additionally, he is well qualified and attentive to detail."
"Attorney Brad Biren delivers top-notch legal skills with compassion & caring, the likes I rarely see. Whether helping someone with a car accident or consoling one who has lost a loved one, Brad goes above and beyond. His legal research and writing is second to none and his litigation skills are outstanding. I highly endorse attorney Brad Biren for any and all personal injury needs."
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2010
Ramza-Fester Civil Rights Law Scholarship, University of Iowa College of Law
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Senior Associate, Johnston Martineau, LLP
2016 - 2017
Special Legal Assistant, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
2013 - 2016
Special Counsel, Joe Mooney Law
Associations
2018 - Present
Iowa State Bar Association's Diversity & Inclusiveness CommitteeMember
2017 - Present
Iowa Association for JusticeMember
2011 - Present
Iowa State Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Litigation Pending
Education
2011
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2018
2017
Marriage Equality
Publications
2017
2012
Languages
Spanish
Yiddish
Activity
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