Kelsey Ann Ward Marquard

Kelsey Ann Ward Marquard

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Rating: 7.2

Licensed for 13 years

Wrongful termination Lawyer at Davenport, IA
Practice Areas: Wrongful Termination, Sexual Harassment, Discrimination ... +2 more

2322 East Kimberly Road, Suite 100E, Davenport, IA

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 12 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2013

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Licensed in Iowa for 13 years

State: Iowa

Acquired: 2012

Active

No misconduct found

Location

O'Brien & Marquard, P.L.C.

2322 East Kimberly Road, Suite 100E, Davenport, IA, 52807

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Kelsey Ann Ward Marquard's Reviews

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1.0 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by Alisa | April 28, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Serious Concerns About Competence and Professionalism

strongly Agree with all of the previous reviews (unanimously 1 star!). I retained Kelsey Marquard to represent me in what should have been a significant employment case supported by extensive documentation. I provided detailed evidence outlining serious concerns, including repeated policy violations,... questionable disciplinary actions, and potential legal issues. This was not a weak or speculative case—it was thoroughly documented and deserved careful, competent handling. Instead, I experienced a complete lack of meaningful engagement. It did not appear that the materials I provided were carefully reviewed, and there was little to no effort to build a coherent legal strategy or pursue accountability. Opportunities to address serious issues were simply not acted upon. Equally concerning was the level of professionalism. Communication was inconsistent and often unfocused. Calls frequently felt rushed or distracted, and follow-through on important matters was unreliable. In a situation that required diligence, responsiveness, and attention to detail, I did not receive the level of representation I was led to expect. The end result was not just disappointing—it was damaging. I entered this process seeking advocacy and left feeling that my case had not been taken seriously or handled with the competence it required. I would strongly caution others to carefully consider whether this is the level of representation they are willing to accept, particularly in cases that require thorough preparation and sustained, professional advocacy.

Posted by anonymous | September 08, 2021

Avoid

. Agree with other reviews. She’s odd and not professional. Doesn’t follow norms on f profession. Not trustworthy. Waste of time. Do not use.

Posted by anonymous | March 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Do not hire!

Total waist of my time. Took my case. Didn't any documentation to support my claims to the ICRC. Then decides to no longer represent me. Now a year later I'm back a square one. Please don't waist your time on her.

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Experience

Rating:  7.2 (Very Good)

Honors

2011

Stephenson Trial Advocacy Competition Finalist, University of Iowa College of Law

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Attorney, O'Brien & Marquard, PLC

2015 - 2016

Associate, Hopkins & Huebner, P.C.

2012 - 2015

Attorney, Lane & Waterman, LLP

Associations

Scott County Bar Association

Member

Iowa State Bar Association

Member

Rock Island County Bar Association

Member

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

American Bar Association

Member

Dillon American Inn of Court

Member

Education

2012

University of Iowa College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2009

St Ambrose University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

St. Ambrose University Undergraduate Scholars Conference

Value of a Liberal Arts Education

Languages

English

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