Nyemaster Goode, P.C.

Nyemaster Goode, P.C. is Iowa’s largest law firm, serving clients from offices in Des Moines, Ames, and Cedar Rapids. The firm represents businesses, governments, and individuals with a focus on practical solutions. Known for clear communication, fast response, and strong results, the team works to align legal strategies with client goals.

Nyemaster Goode, P.C. supports clients across business, finance, and real estate. Its attorneys guide startups, cooperatives, and Fortune 500 companies through deals, contracts, lending, and development projects. They also assist industries such as agribusiness, renewable energy, health care, and construction, ensuring transactions close smoothly while minimizing risk and safeguarding investments.

Nyemaster Goode, P.C., protects innovation and creativity through its intellectual property practice. The team secures patents, trademarks, and copyrights, manages licensing agreements, and litigates IP disputes. With several attorneys registered before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, the firm assists inventors and companies in transforming their ideas into valuable assets and defending them in court.

Nyemaster Goode, P.C., advises on every area of labor and employment law. The firm provides counsel on compliance, benefits, workplace safety, noncompetes, and investigations. Its attorneys defend claims before agencies and courts and assist colleges with Title IX matters. Employers rely on their proactive guidance to prevent disputes and strengthen workplace policies.

Nyemaster Goode, P.C., is widely respected in the fields of litigation and government affairs. The litigation team manages appeals, class actions, and complex disputes, while also offering mediation and arbitration services. In government affairs, the firm provides lobbying, bill drafting, and regulatory tracking, giving clients trusted representation both in the courtroom and at the Capitol.

Nyemaster Goode, P.C., has earned recognition for excellence across its practice. Many attorneys clerked for judges, earned high academic honors, and bring unique professional backgrounds. The firm offers flexible fee arrangements and maintains a global reach through networks such as Meritas, SCG Legal, and the Employment Law Alliance. Under Chair Ben Roach, the firm remains dedicated to teamwork and client success.