About
Mark P. A. Hudson is a distinguished attorney and senior vice president at Shuttleworth & Ingersoll, P.L.C., located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. He has been licensed to practice law in Iowa since 2003 and has developed a strong reputation in labor and employment law and employment litigation. His practice includes advising businesses on compliance with employment regulations and defending them against employment-related claims.
Mark earned his B.A. in Politics from Cornell College in 1999. He then completed his J.D. from Drake University Law School in 2003, graduating with high honors. He was a member of the Order of the Coif and Order of the Barristers and served as the Articles Editor for the Drake Law Review. He also led the ABA Moot Court Team as its captain.
Mark is a versatile employment and labor attorney who advises businesses on the full spectrum of workplace issues. He develops and reviews personnel policies, oversees workplace investigations, and ensures wage and hour compliance and affirmative action program alignment with federal and state law. He defends employers in claims involving wrongful termination, discrimination, and sexual harassment. Mark also provides guidance on privacy and data security compliance, as well as fair housing litigation. In addition, he delivers customized workplace training on sexual harassment prevention, workplace civility, and effective bystander intervention.
Mark has been recognized as a Super Lawyer® in the Great Plains region for employment and labor law from 2013 to 2024. He is an active member of the American Bar Association and the Iowa State Bar Association. Mark’s work has helped many businesses manage employment-related legal matters effectively, ensuring compliance with complex laws and minimizing legal risks.
Law Office Affiliations
- Attorney & Senior Vice President, Shuttleworth & Ingersoll P.L.C.
- Member, American Bar Association, Labor & Employment Law, Fair Housing Law, and Litigation Sections
- Council Member, Iowa State Bar Association, Labor & Employment Section
- Member, Linn County Bar Association
- Member, Montana State Bar Association
- Member, Nebraska State Bar Association
Licensed State
- Iowa
Education
- Drake University
Juris Doctor (J.D) - Cornell College
Bachelor of Arts (B.A) in Politics
Awards & Badges

- Discrimination
- Sexual Harassment
- Wrongful Termination
- Litigation
- Employee Benefits




