On January 28, 2020, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) published “guidance clarifying how housing providers can comply with the Fair Housing Act when assessing a person’s request to have an animal in housing to provide
Iowa Real Estate & Land Use Blog
The Iowa Real Estate & Land Use Blog, published by Dickinson, Mackaman, Tyler & Hagen, P.C., focuses on legal issues related to real estate and land use in Iowa. It covers topics such as mechanics' liens in commercial and residential construction, changes in real estate laws including the Iowa Real Estate Transparency Act, administrative rule changes affecting cooperative compensation, and the impact of national real estate settlements on local practices. The blog also addresses practical legal guidance for real estate agents, brokers, contractors, and property owners navigating regulatory compliance, contract negotiations, and dispute resolution within the Iowa real estate market.
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No Attorneys’ Fees in Residential Mechanics’ Lien Foreclosure
By John Lande
We have previously covered significant changes to Iowa’s mechanics’ lien law by the Iowa courts and legislature. Today, the Iowa Supreme Court issued a decision in Standard Water Control Systems, Inc. v. Jones that significantly affects the leverage contractors have…
Cannabis Banking: Dickinson attorneys to present at Community Bankers of Iowa Leadership Conference
Attorneys David Gonzales, Emily Staudacher and Emily McGovern will be presenting a breakout session on Cannabis Banking during the CBI Annual Leadership Development Conference on March 20. Their session will include the latest on hemp regulations, working with cannabis-related businesses,…
Join Us for a Webinar: Avoiding Aggravation in Ag Lending 2020
Ag Lenders: what is your biggest concern this year? The only thing that is certain about the ag economy in 2020 is how uncertain it will be.
Now is a good time for ag lenders to look at their portfolios…
Webinar: Join us for Avoiding Aggravation in Ag Lending – 2020 Edition
The only thing that is certain about the ag economy in 2020 is how uncertain it will be.
Now is a good time for ag lenders to look at their portfolios to determine whether there are ways to button up…
Dickinson, Mackaman, Tyler & Hagen ranked in 2020 “Best Law Firms”
Dickinson, Mackaman, Tyler & Hagen has been ranked in the 2020 U.S. News – Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” list regionally in 26 practice areas.
This list recognizes firms who exhibit professional excellence with impressive ratings from their clients and peers. Ranked…
Homebuyers Beware: Don’t Pay Hackers for Your House
By John Lande
Cybersecurity incidents can have a dramatic impact on the lives of individuals. This blog has covered numerous cases of individuals and businesses trying to pick up the pieces after fraudsters are gone with their money. That was true for the…
Nineteen Dickinson Attorneys Chosen for 2020 Best Lawyers in America
Dickinson Law is pleased to announce that 19 of the firms’ attorneys have been selected for inclusion in the 2020 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. Attorney F. Richard Lyford was also recognized by Best Lawyers® as the Litigation…
Nineteen Dickinson Attorneys Chosen for 2020 Best Lawyers in America
Dickinson Law is pleased to announce that 19 of the firms’ attorneys have been selected for inclusion in the 2020 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. Attorney F. Richard Lyford was also recognized by Best Lawyers® as the Litigation…
Dickinson attorneys recognized by Chambers USA as among best in Iowa
Chambers USA has given the Dickinson Law Firm five high rankings for practice areas in Iowa. Dickinson was recognized for exceptional performance in: Real Estate, Corporate/M&A, Corporate/M&A: Banking & Finance, Labor & Employment, Litigation: General Commercial. Firms…