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Marlon D. Mormann
also known as Marlon Morman, M. D. Mormann
About Marlon
Biography
First consultation is always at no charge. I will always tell you before the charging starts. No hidden costs. Call for free quote.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Workers Compensation
50%
40 years | 1,000 cases
Contracts and Agreements
25%
40 years | 100 cases
Wills and Living Wills
13%
11 years
Employment and Labor
10%
42 years | 15,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 240-250 per hour
Contingency
25%-40%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Nebraska for 41 years
State: Nebraska
Acquired: 1984
No misconduct found
Licensed in Iowa for 41 years
State: Iowa
Acquired: 1984
No misconduct found
Location
Mormann Law Office
Call 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Available 7 days a week, Des Moines, IA, 50317-2712
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Practice Areas
Employment & Labor (35)
Lawsuits & Disputes (13)
Workers Compensation (5)
Appeals (4)
Administrative Law (3)
Contracts & Agreements (3)
Wrongful Termination (3)
Litigation (2)
Probate (2)
Arbitration (1)
Discrimination (1)
Divorce & Separation (1)
Estate Planning (1)
Insurance (1)
Personal Injury (1)
Social Security Disability (1)
Showing 26 - 30 of 35 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge
Posted by anonymous | June 27, 2017 | Contracts & Agreements
Excellent attorney
Marlon was highly responsive, met with me within 24 hours of first calling him, and gave practical advice. He reviewed my offer, recommended changes I hadn't thought about, and I felt like I had someone in my corner.
Posted by anonymous | June 19, 2017 | Discrimination
Quick and to the point consultation
Marlon was very quick to respond and outline what I needed to have a case. He further explained the landscape for a discrimination case, how that could proceed, and risks involved. If I had a clear case with evidence that I had been discriminated against, I would have definitely hired him. As it t...
Posted by Philip Odell | April 05, 2017 | Employment & Labor
Excellent Iowa Unemployment Law Advice
Marlon provided me with excellent guidance on questions I had regarding Iowa unemployment law. He was very thoughtful and thorough with the information and counsel that he provided. We was very responsive when I requested his assistance and highly professional in how he conducted himself. I would rec...
Posted by Erica | February 16, 2017 | Employment & Labor
Best Attorney in Iowa
He provides excellent legal services to everyone no matter their financial/social class. His consultations are superb! He's very fair and pleasant to interact with! Also, he's very affordable and knowledgeable in the field of employment law, he's the best we have in Iowa!
Posted by Joe B | February 08, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Highly professional yet still treats you like a human. Most grateful for his help.
I was very grateful for the expertise and commitment shown by Mr. Mormann during my unemployment case. He helped me remain optimistic throughout the entire process even though others made me feel hopeless. As busy as he must be, we always found time to make sure I was prepared for anything that would...
Marlon D. Mormann's Lawyer Endorsements
"Having served as an Administrative Law Judge for both Work Comp and Unemployment, Marlon knows administrative law inside and out. He's my go-to guy whenever I have a question on unemployment law."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I highly endorse Marlon. He is a very knowledgeable attorney who offers extremely useful and detailed advice. Marlon is also a fierce advocate for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Marlon is an excellent lawyer and a client-oriented advocate."
"I endorse Marlon. As an attorney who previously served as an administrative law judge, he has excellent knowledge of the workers' compensation system and can assist clients as an attorney or expert."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I wholeheartedly endorse attorney Marlon Mormann. I have worked with him for years and if you need an attorney who will get the work done right and without delay, he is the best choice. Most attorneys procrastinate but Marlon will give you the attention you deserve and get the job done before another attorney will even read your case. He won't gouge you with his fees either. Marlon is the type of attorney I would hire when I need one and I may just hire him in the future."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is capable, experienced, and hard working. He completes his work in a timely manner."
"I endorse this lawyer. Fellow ALJ for more than ten years. Marlon has extensive employment/labor law experience as a government judge and private practice attorney. He has a unique ability to analyze difficult legal issues and apply it to complex factual situations. He is an aggressive advocate and forthright about a client's position even if it does not meet that person's expectations."
"Experienced and dedicated to his clients, I would certainly endorse Marlon for employment related matters."
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Experience
Honors
2020
Client Choice Award, Avvo
2020
Peer Review Rated AV, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Attorney, Mormann Law Office
1990 - 2015
Administrative Law Judge, Work Comp Unemployment, State of Iowa Workforce Development
1986 - 1990
Senior Litigation Attorney, ibp, inc.
1985 - 1986
Public Defender, Pottawattamie County Attorney
1984 - 1986
Juvenile Division Public Defender, Pottawattamie County Public Defender Office
1984 - 1985
Associate Attorney, Blair Law Firm
Associations
2018 - Present
Iowa Association of Administrative Law JudgesMember
2016 - Present
Iowa State Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Northeast Neighbors, IncPresident
2013 - 2015
AFSCME LOCAL 3450 CONTRACT BARGAINING TEAMWHIP
2012 - 2013
AFSCME CONTRACT BARGAINING TEAM LOCAL 3450Secretary and Whip
2010 - 2015
Urban Design Review BoardBoard Member
2008 - 2008
Iowa Workers' Compensation Commissioner Task ForceTask Force Member on AMA Guides 6th Edition
1986 - 1991
Iowa Association of Business and Industry Work Comp Sub CommitteeChairman
1986 - 1990
Iowa Association of Business and Industry Unemployment Sub CommitteeChairman
1986 - 1990
Iowa Workers' Compensation Commissioner Advisory CommitteeMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Unemployment Appeal
Win
Education
1983
University of Nebraska College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1979
University of Nebraska, Lincoln
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2019
IAWC Conference
Intersection of Unemployment Law and Workers’ Compensation
2019
IAJ Workers Compensation, Personal Injury & Employment Law
Settlement Considerations to Protect Your Workers’ Compensation Client
2015
Iowa Legal Aid Spring Seminar
UNEMPLOYMENT BENEFITS HEARING PRESENTATION AND PREPARATION
2015
Iowa Association of Justice
Unemployment, Why you may want to sit in
2015
Iowa Association of Justice
Unemployment, Why you may want to sit in
2015
Iowa Asociation of Justice, Cedar Rapids Seminar
Unemployment for Work Comp Lawyers
2014
Jan Michaelson Progrqam
Judicial Independence
2014
Ed Fallon Show
Administrative Law Judge Judicial Independence
2004
Iowa Workers Compensation Commissioner Seminar
Iowa Deputy Commissioner top ten pet Peeves
2000
Iowa trial lawyers spring seminar
The Doctor's Deposition, Are you getting your money's worth
Publications
2015
Iowa Legal Aid
UNEMPLOYMENT BENEFITS HEARING PRESENTATION AND PREPARATION.
2008
Workforce Development Web Site
The AMA Guides Sixth Edition Task Force Member Report by Marlon D. Mormann
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can earned commissions in Iowa be withheld?
18 Jun 2025
Q&A
DOUBLE STANDARDS AT WORK PLACE?
31 May 2025
Q&A
Hurt on the job
02 May 2025
Legal Guides
Video Legal Guide
IOWA UNEMPLOYMENT PUA TUTORIAL FOR 2021, FEDERAL PANDEMIC BENEFITS
08 Apr 2021
Video Legal Guide
IOWA UNEMPLOYMENT OVERPAYMENT TUTORIAL FOR 2021 STATE AND FEDERAL PANDEMIC BENEFITS
08 Apr 2021
Video Legal Guide
MEDICAL CONTRACTS AND TAIL COVERAGE. SEE THIS BEFORE NEGOTIATING YOUR EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT.
12 Dec 2019