Niko Pothitakis

Niko Pothitakis is the founding attorney of Pothitakis Law Firm, which maintains offices in Burlington and Keokuk, Iowa. He represents injured people in workers’ compensation and personal injury matters throughout the state. His practice focuses on helping clients obtain medical care, protect legal rights, and pursue available compensation after serious injuries. He guides clients through claims involving workplace accidents, occupational conditions, vehicle collisions, and other injuries caused by negligence.

Niko completed his studies at the University of Iowa, earning degrees in finance and economics with honors and high distinction. After completing his studies, he earned his J.D. from the University of Texas School of Law. His legal, financial, and economic training supports careful claim evaluation, damages analysis, negotiation, and strategic planning. This background helps him explain complex legal and financial issues in clear terms for injured clients.

Niko has practiced primarily in workers’ compensation and personal injury law since completing law school. He handles claims involving medical treatment, disability benefits, lost income, permanent impairment, and disputed insurance obligations. His experience includes evaluating evidence, working with medical records, negotiating with insurers, and preparing contested claims for hearings or trial. He also helps clients understand deadlines, procedural requirements, and decisions that may affect long-term recovery.

Niko Pothitakis has held leadership roles within Iowa organizations serving workers’ compensation lawyers and trial attorneys. He formerly served as president of the Iowa Association of Workers’ Compensation Lawyers and the Des Moines County Bar Association. Best Lawyers has recognized him for claimant-side workers’ compensation work, including a regional Lawyer of the Year honor. His professional service and focused practice reflect a continuing commitment to injured workers and other clients facing difficult recoveries.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founding Attorney, Pothitakis Law Firm, P.C.
• Member, Iowa State Bar Association
• Member, Iowa Association for Justice
• Member, American Association for Justice
• President, Des Moines County Bar Association (2012 – 2013)
• Co-chair, Iowa Workers’ Compensation Symposium (2010 – 2011)
• Board Member, Iowa Association of Workers’ Compensation Attorneys

Licensed State

• Iowa

Education

• University of Texas School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Iowa
  B.A. in Finance and Economics

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