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5.0 /5.0
62 Client Reviews
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also known as Nicholas George Pothitakis
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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.
5
Practice Areas
34 years | 1,000 cases
34 years
Free Consultation
$0 first 60 minutes
30%-40%
State: Iowa
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
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Posted by Ryan | August 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
The only lawyer I would ever trust with workers comp claim.
I would give 6 stars if I could. I initially contacted Niko's office for advice on a work injury. His staff were very friendly and knowledgeable. When workers.cokp denied my claim Niko took me on as a client. My claim wasn't big but he worked hard to get me a fair settlement. Janet explained everyt...
Posted by Roger | April 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
Client
I contacted Pothitakis Law Firm when I got hurt at work. After a long battle with my employer Mr. Pothitakis was able too fight to get me my knee replacement done which my employer didn’t want me to have. I’m extremely satisfied with everything that his office and himself did from start to finish. I ...
Posted by Cindy | February 19, 2013 | Workers Compensation
Client at Nicholas Pothitakis Law Fim
I contacted Nicholas law firm after a complicated injury. Nicholas was referred to me by a friend after his injury, which was settled in a timely manner. I had/have an injury that the company I worked for that was fighting me on how the injury occurred. Nicholas was able sort through all the docto...
Posted by Gerald | July 11, 2012 | Mediation
Niko and his staff are professional and very helpful
Niko answered my questions thoroughly. I was always treated graciously by Niko and his staff. They kept me informed of developments in my case, explained the procedures every step of the way and guided me through mediation. I would give Niko an excellent recommendation.
Posted by Martha | June 27, 2012 | Lawsuits & Disputes
One great attorney
Niko Pothitakis worked very hard for me. He is extremely professional, knowledgeable, and prepared. He treated me with respect. He really listened to me. I received a very fair settlement because of his tremendous work ethic. I can never thank him enough.
"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."
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Best Lawyers-Iowa Workers Compensation-Claimants, Best Lawyers In America
2013
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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
2001 - Present
Attorney/Owner, Pothitakis Law Firm, P.C.
1994 - 2001
Partner, Crowley, Bunger and Pothitakis Law Firm
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
Decision in favor of Mr. Pothitakis and his client
Victory for Client of Pothitakis Law Firm, P.C.
1991
Juris Doctorate
1988
BBA
2011
Factors Affecting Permanent Total Disability
2009
Odd Lot Doctrine - Permanent Total Disability
2008
Boning Up on the Basics
2006
New Client Intakes- Workers Compensation
2003
New Rules of the Workers Compensation Commissioner
2003
Just Say No- Nurse Case Managers
2001
Rapid Fire- News You Can Use
2000
Alternate Medical Care: Proceed at Your Own Risk
1999
Rate the Disability
1999
Experts- When You Need Them, How To Find Them and Preparing Them
1999
Quick Tips to Improve Your Practice
1997
Four Ideas in 60 Minutes
N/A
The Return to Work: Restrictions, Light Duty Termination
2011
English
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
What I can or should do ?
10 Jan 2023
Is there anything I can do?
07 May 2022
Can my employer fire me while on workman's comp due to workplace injury?
08 Mar 2022