Fighting for fairness, equity, and accountability in workplaces in Des Moines and nationwide. Contact us today to protect your rights and create real change.
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"They Helped Return my Faith in Humanity"
They helped me through an exhaustive process and understand things that even I found confusing as a physician. They not only had a lasting effect on my life, but every patient I will treat in the future...ever!
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"Fighting the Good Fight"
Tom is passionate about exposing biases and helping women fight the good fight. Without his guidance, I have no doubt I would not be sitting in where I am now. He made sure that I was prepared.- Tina S.
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Justice That Works for You Meet Your Dedicated Legal Team
We'll Be Your Voice in the Fight
Legal Counsel for Employees in Iowa & Minnesota
As an employee, it’s easy to feel powerless or overwhelmed by the process of facing your employer, especially if you work for a large company that has a massive human resources department and a small army of attorneys working to protect their best interests. At Newkirk Zwagerman, P.L.C., we know what you’re up against, and we’ve taken on these fights for thousands of clients over our distinguished history. Since opening our doors in 2009, we have stood up for employees and given them the chance to pursue justice when they have been wrongfully treated by entities that have mistreated them, including both private businesses and public institutions alike. We can even handle employment matters pertaining to the federal government!
Our services include:
Our team is made up of attorneys who are licensed to practice in Iowa and Minnesota, meaning we can assist you on both sides of the state line.
Know Your Rights as an Employee or Contractor
In both Iowa and Minnesota, the vast majority of employer/employee relationships are considered “employment at will.” What this essentially means is two things: first, employees can leave their job at any time, without warning or reason, and second, employers retain the power to terminate an employment agreement with an employee at any time and for any reason with no warning or notice required. However, this power is not absolute, and employers are still forbidden from firing an employee as an act of retaliation or discrimination against a protected quality or reason.
Defending Your Dignity Bold Representation for Bold Change
See What Sets Us Apart
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Equity for All
Fighting for your rights, we work towards the fundamental equality of every individual.
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Accountability-Focused
We work to ensure organizations are responsible for creating fair and just workplaces.
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Employee Advocates
We empower our clients to have their voices heard and their rights protected.
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Fostering Inclusion
At our core, we drive positive change through education and implicit bias training.