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Tim Bottaro

Car accident Attorney at Sioux City, IA

5.0   6 reviews
  • Licensed for 40 years
    State IA
    Acquired 1983
    Status
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About Tim

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Born September 20, 1958 in Buffalo, N.Y., Tim is a graduate of Creighton University (B.A. 1981) and the University of Iowa College of Law (J.D. with Distinction in the Accelerated Program Class of 1983). Tim is admitted to practice in both the State and Federal District and Appeals Court (8th Circuit). Tim is a member of the General Practice Section of the Iowa State Bar Association. Tim’s practice area is 100% plaintiff’s personal injury. Tim represents those injured and family members of those killed by the wrongful (negligent) acts of others. In 2014, 2015 and 2016 Tim spoke to over 2000 attorneys and their legal staff as well as traveled to Kansas and South Dakota to teach/speak about Iowa’s new Expedited Civil Actions (ECA) procedure for cases of a lower value. Tim was one of 12 members serving on a Supreme Court Task Force charged with creating such a new system for Iowa. After countless hours and meetings, the Task Force delivered its proposal to the Iowa Supreme which accepted it with few changes. The new system went into effect January 1, 2015. In less than 15 months over 550 ECA Cases had been filed in a time of declining civil case filings. Iowa’s ECA system is believed to be one of the most utilized types of systems in the country. Tim and others have traveled to other states to talk about Iowa’s ECA system. Tim feels his service with the Iowa Association for Justice (IAJ) f/k/a the Iowa Trial Lawyers Association, culminating in him becoming President in 2017 and his work on creating Iowa’s ECA system will be a part of his legacy to Iowa’s Civil Justice system. As a result of Tim’s work for the IAJ, he received the highest honor the organization bestows, the Verne Lawyer Outstanding Member award for his service on the Supreme Court Task Force which created the ECA system for Iowa. In 2010 Tim was honored with IAJ’s Key Person Award for his work as Chair of the Iowa Legislative Committee. This committee monitors every proposed bill introduced in the Iowa Legislature to look for those which would take away the rights of Iowans injured by the actions of others. The committee also proposes pro-justice laws and lobbies elected officials. In 2000 Tim was the recipient of the 1st annual  Iowa State Bar Association Community Service Award.

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Tigges, Bottaro & Lessmann, LLP
613 Pierce Street
Sioux City, IA, 51101

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Posted by Jen | March 31, 2022
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Excellent Attorney!
Tim Bottaro and his staff (specifically Alicia ) are the absolute best! Very attentive,caring, experienced and knowledgeable. My case turned out better than I could’ve hoped for! They kept me up to date with everything. Every question I had was always answered the same day. I could not have asked for better representation, and working with Tim was incredibly easy, and the least stressful part of a very difficult, painful event in my life. Without hesitation, I give Tim Bottaro my highest recommendation. My only issue is that he doesn’t handle all other types of personal problems I have going on in my life but I’ll give him credit for at least letting me humor him. Super great guy, great humor, great lawyer and I feel like he’s become a good friend. Thanks Tim & Alicia
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Response from Tim Bottaro April 1, 2022
Jenni, your injury was one of the worst cases I have ever seen in my career as a Personal Injury Attorney with the absolute best outcome. I am not only glad that I was able to help you through this process, but that you are happy and healthy. It was such a pleasure working with you. And in the future, feel free to contact me any time with any issues you may be having. I am always happy to help steer you in the right direction.
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Posted by Steve and Kathy | September 28, 2019
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| Consulted Attorney
Car accident
Mr. Bottaro was a great help to my husband and I. He counsoled use with good information and helped us get want we wanted from the other insurance company. Mr. Bottaro did not charge us because he would have been costly so he helped us for free. Great man to deal with. Great lawyer to have.
Posted by Jen | September 8, 2019
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| Hired Attorney
Sioux City’s finest
Tim is the kindest and easiest person to talk to, he makes you feel safe and important. Tim went above and beyond helping me and I will continue to come back Tim for legal assistance. He is incredibly dedicated to his clients and his knowledge and intelligence is REMARKABLE!!!!
Posted by anonymous | November 15, 2017
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| Hired Attorney
Great Attorney
Tim was awesome! Always kept us up to date on our case, returned emails and explained details every step of the way. Helped us with a difficult case and was completely thorough! Very pleased with the outcome.
Posted by Mark | September 14, 2016
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| Hired Attorney
Superior representation
From the moment I called, asking to discuss my case, Tim was upfront, told me exactly what been done on my case, what was being done and what would be done. I was constantly kept informed and all my questions were answered professionally and very, very promptly. Tim was immediate in answering emails whether weekends, nights or work days. This was my first lawyer project and I wish all my interactions with business, retail or other associates were as superb as my dealings with Tim. I was extremely pleased with Tim.
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Posted by anonymous | May 30, 2016
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| Hired Attorney
Rosemary Albenesius
Tim did a great job with the case. He kept us informed and worked diligently throughout the experience. Completed by Chris Vos for Rosemary Albenesius
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Cost

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  • Contingency 33%-33%

Resume

AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Partner
  • Tigges, Bottaro & Lessmann, LLP
  • 2023 - Present
  • Partner
  • Vriezelaar, Tigges, Edgington, Bottaro, Boden & Lessmann Law Firm
  • 1995 - 2022
  • Adjunct Professor
  • Briar Cliff University
  • 1985 - 1990

Education

  • University of Iowa College of Law
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 1983
  • Creighton University
  • BA
  • 1981

Legal Cases

  • Confidential
  • $900,000.00 Settlement

Associations

  • Iowa American Board of Trial Advocates
  • President
  • 2021 - Present
  • Iowa Association for Justice
  • President-Elect
  • 2016 - Present
  • Iowa Association of Justice
  • Vice President
  • 2014 - 2015

Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Best Lawyer for Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiff
  • Best Lawyers
  • 2024
  • Top-Listed City Awards (Total Lawyers in Sioux City: 5 lawyers)
  • Best Lawyers
  • 2023
  • Best Lawyer (Personal Injury Litigation-Plaintiff)
  • Best Lawyers
  • 2023
  • Best Law Firms (Metropolitan Tier 2 – Trusts & Estates Law)
  • Best Lawyers
  • 2023
  • Best Law Firms (Metropolitan Tier 2-Personal Injury Litigation)
  • Best Lawyers
  • 2023
  • Silver Client Champion Award
  • Martindale-Hubbell®
  • 2023
  • Super Lawyer
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2023
  • AV Preeminent Rating
  • Martindale-Hubbell®
  • 2022
  • Distinguished Attorney
  • Martindale-Hubbell®
  • 2022
  • Super Lawyer
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2022
  • Best Law Firm - Trusts & Estates Law (Metropolitan Tier 2)
  • Best Lawyers
  • 2022
  • Top-Listed City Awards (Total Lawyers in Sioux City: 4 lawyers)
  • Best Lawyers
  • 2022
  • Best Lawyer (Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs)
  • Best Lawyers
  • 2022
  • Best Law Firm - Trusts & Estates Law (Metropolitan Tier 3)
  • Best Lawyers
  • 2021
  • Distinguished Attorney
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2021
  • Super Lawyer
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2021
  • Super Lawyer
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2020
  • Super Lawyer
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2019
  • Super Lawyer
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2018
  • Super Lawyer
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2017
  • Super Lawyer
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2016
  • BV Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2016
  • Super Lawyer
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2015
  • Super Lawyer
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2014
  • Super Lawyer
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2013
  • Outstanding Member Award
  • Iowa Association for Justice
  • 2013
  • Key Person Award
  • Iowa Association for Justice
  • 2010
  • Community Service Award
  • Iowa State Bar Association
  • 2000
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Speaking Engagements

  • Iowa Middle School Mock Trial Tournament
  • Middle School Mock Trials
  • 2022
  • IAJ Personal Injury Seminar
  • The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly - An Educational and Cautionary Tale Surrounding Mass Torts and Products Cases
  • 2022
  • Iowa High School Mock Trials
  • Mock Trials
  • 2022
  • Iowa Middle School Mock Trials
  • Mock Trials
  • 2021
  • The New Rules for Staff and Attorneys
  • The New Rules
  • 2015
  • IAJ Annual Convention
  • Annual Legislative Update
  • 2015
  • Annual Plaintiff's Semiinar
  • Insurance Agent Immunities
  • 2014
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Attorney endorsements

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Given (5)
Endorse Tim
Personal injury Attorney | Mar 10
Relationship: Co-worker
"I endorse this lawyer."
Personal injury Attorney | Feb 19
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Personal injury Attorney | Apr 17
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Tim is a skilled attorney. He is extremely knowledgeable and personable. I would have no reservations him representing a family member or friend."
Unknown Attorney | Nov 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Sioux City Car accident Lawyer Tim Bottaro
Tim Bottaro
Car accident Attorney
Sioux City, IA
Licensed for 40 years