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Nicholas G. Pothitakis
also known as Nicholas George Pothitakis
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Biography
Mr. Pothitakis is a Board Member of the Iowa Association of Workers' Compensation Lawyers, Inc. from 2005 to the present. Mr. Pothitakis was a member of the Board of Governors of the Iowa Trial Lawyers Association from 2006 to 2007. Mr. Pothitakis was a Board Member of the Workers' Compensation Section of the Iowa State Bar Association from 2000 through 2002. He was a member of the Workers' Compensation Core Group of the Iowa Trial Lawyers Association from 1999 through 2001. Mr. Pothitakis has been a long-standing member of the Iowa Trial Lawyers Association and the American Trial Lawyers Association.
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Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Workers Compensation
50%
34 years | 1,000 cases
Car Accident
20%
Personal Injury
20%
34 years
Slip and Fall Accident
5%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
30%-40%
Awards
2018 2017 2016
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Licenses
Licensed in Iowa for 34 years
State: Iowa
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Location
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Posted by Craig | July 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Insurance
I was involved in two seprate vehicle accidents within a two year period neither being my fault.
Nico is the most straight up honest tell it like it is person ,which i feel makes him the great lawyer that he is.He and his staff are always professional and compassionate and caring.He was able to go back on the first claim and help finalize it and get me compensation that my own insurance company ...
Posted by shannon | April 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Insurance
Awesome
I couldn't have asked for a better attorney than Nico he was very respectable prompt and really cared about my situation and went above and beyond anything I could've asked for to help me win my case also I wanna add that when I thought my case was hopeless he came in and went to battle all correct ...
Posted by Ray | May 08, 2011 | Insurance
Could just as well be a friend
Mr Pothitakis, was very concerned about how I was treated by my employer and the Insurance company that he stepped up and made it personal. I don't believe Mr. Pothitakis practice is solely for his own gain. He is gifted in work he has performed for myself and I would consider having him on my side a...
Nicholas G. Pothitakis's Lawyer Endorsements
"Nico is an excellent attorney who is willing to tackle novel workers' compensation issues. He uses cutting edge technology to better serve his clients. I endorse Nico."
"Niko is widely regarded as one of the top worker's compensation lawyers in the state of Iowa.I would recommend him to anyone, and have several times."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Niko on several matters, and have always found him to be knowledgeable and dedicated to the client's best interests."
Peter Leehey
Workers compensation lawyer
James Cook
Medical malpractice lawyer
Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Best Lawyers-Iowa Workers Compensation-Claimants, Best Lawyers In America
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Great Plains Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Best Lawyers- Iowa Workers Compensation-Claimants, Best Lawyers In America
1988
Degree with High Distinction and Honors, University of Iowa College of Business
Work Experience
2001 - Present
Attorney/Owner, Pothitakis Law Firm, P.C.
1994 - 2001
Partner, Crowley, Bunger and Pothitakis Law Firm
Associations
2005 - Present
Iowa Association of Workers Compensation AttorneysBoard Member
1993 - Present
Iowa Association for Justice
1992 - Present
American Association for Justice
2012 - 2013
Des Moines County Bar AssociationPresident
2010 - 2011
Iowa Workers Compensation SymposiumCo-chair annual seminar
2005 - 2006
Iowa Association for JusticeBoard Member
2001 - 2002
Iowa Association for Justice, Workers' Compensation Core GroupBoard Member
1998 - 2000
Iowa State Bar Association, Workers' Compensation SectionBoard Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Faeth v. State Farm- Iowa Supreme Court Decision
Decision in favor of Mr. Pothitakis and his client
Case Corporation v. Giese- Iowa Court of Appeals
Victory for Client of Pothitakis Law Firm, P.C.
Education
1991
University Of Texas School of Law
Juris Doctorate
1988
University of Iowa
BBA
Speaking Engagements
2011
Iowa Association of Workers Compensation Lawyers 33rd Seminar
Factors Affecting Permanent Total Disability
2009
Iowa Association of Workers Compensation Lawyers31st Annual Seminar
Odd Lot Doctrine - Permanent Total Disability
2008
17th Annual Workers Compensation Attorneys Seminar
Boning Up on the Basics
2006
Workers Compensation Seminar
New Client Intakes- Workers Compensation
2003
41st Annual Workers Compensation Seminar
New Rules of the Workers Compensation Commissioner
2003
12th Annual Workers Compensation Seminar
Just Say No- Nurse Case Managers
2001
Iowa Trial Lawyers Annual Seminar
Rapid Fire- News You Can Use
2000
Annual Seminar
Alternate Medical Care: Proceed at Your Own Risk
1999
Iowa State Bar Association Annual Workers Compensation Seminar
Rate the Disability
1999
Iowa Association for Justice Seminar
Experts- When You Need Them, How To Find Them and Preparing Them
1999
8th Annual Workers Compensation Seminar
Quick Tips to Improve Your Practice
1997
6th Annual Workers Compensation Seminar
Four Ideas in 60 Minutes
N/A
9th Annual Workers Compensation Seminar
The Return to Work: Restrictions, Light Duty Termination
Publications
2011
Burlington Hawkeye- Workers Compensation Questions
Iowa Legal Advantage
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
What I can or should do ?
10 Jan 2023
Q&A
Is there anything I can do?
07 May 2022
Q&A
Can my employer fire me while on workman's comp due to workplace injury?
08 Mar 2022