David E. Schrock

David E. Schrock is a distinguished civil rights lawyer with over three decades of experience representing clients in municipal defense, insurance litigation, and employment law. He focuses his practice on defending government and municipal entities, civil rights litigants, workers’ compensation matters, and long-term care facilities throughout Iowa. His depth of knowledge and strategic insight have made him a trusted legal advisor to both public agencies and private clients.

David earned his B.A. from the University of Iowa in 1989 and completed his J.D. at the University of Iowa in 1992. He was admitted to the Iowa Bar that same year and is licensed to practice in both state and federal courts across Iowa. His appellate experience includes numerous arguments before the Iowa appellate courts and the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals.

David has defended hundreds of clients through various insurance carriers in matters involving construction liability, premises liability, automobile accidents, and wrongful death claims. He is especially well-known for his work with law enforcement, having represented nearly 50 police agencies—more than any other attorney in the state. His litigation background includes addressing issues in civil rights, police liability, and municipal governance.

David E. Schrock advises municipalities, counties, and police departments on employment law, compliance, and internal investigations. He frequently presents at legal seminars on police liability, workers’ compensation, and municipal law, and has been published in national journals for his work on constitutional and civil rights issues. David continues to be a leading authority in municipal defense and civil rights law, providing reliable legal guidance rooted in decades of courtroom experience.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Smith, Mills & Schrock Law
• Member, Iowa Defense Counsel Association

Licensed State

• Iowa

Education

• University of Iowa College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Iowa
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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