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Embracing change.
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PRACTICE AREAS
Catastrophic Injury and Wrongful Death
Traumatic Brain and Spinal Injuries
Dram Shop, Drunk Driving, and Bar Violence
Negligent Security/Premises Liability
Car, Motorcycle, and Trucking Accidents
ATV/UTV Accidents
Boating and Swimming Pool Accidents
Pedestrian and Bicycle Accidents
Injuries to Children
Dog Bites and Animal Attacks
Medical/Dental Malpractice
Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect
Coworker Gross Negligence
PERSONAL INJURY
Head, Neck, and Back Injuries
Shoulder, Hip, and Knee Injuries
Slip and Fall/Trip and Fall Accidents
Falling Objects/Falling from Heights
Burn and Fire Injuries
Gas Explosions
Exposure to Toxic Chemicals
Amputations and Phantom Pain
Electrocution Accidents
Construction Accidents
Heavy Machinery Accidents
Company Vehicle/Delivery Driver Accidents
Workplace Death/Fatal Work Injuries
WORKERS’ COMPENSATION
DON’T SEE YOUR CASE TYPE?
Nate handles nearly every type of injury case and represents people from all over Iowa. Call today to discuss your case and see if Nate can help. If he can’t, Nate will help refer you to someone who can.
GET IN TOUCHWhy Choose Nate?
Nate strives to be the lawyer he would want if he or his loved ones were hurt and needed help. Nate is there for his clients every step of the way, employing sophisticated legal strategies that stay ahead of the curve while also keeping things easy to understand for his clients. And if it comes time to go to trial, he’s all in, ready to fight tooth and nail. Because at the end of the day, Nate’s goal is simple: to get the best deal possible for his clients, whether that means talking it out or taking it to court.
Having recovered millions for clients all throughout Iowa, Nate’s track record speaks volumes. His aggressive pursuit of justice for his clients has garnered recognition and accolades within the legal community. Click on the icons below to learn more.
$10,415,000+
RECOVERED FOR INJURED IOWANS
HOW IT WORKS
Nate offers free consultations and there’s no attorney fees unless you win.
Curious about the process? Here’s a quick breakdown of what to expect.
Step 1
Call or text Nate.
Nate or a member of his team is a call or text away, available 24/7. No automated systems, just direct communication with a real person who cares.
Step 2
Schedule a free case consultation.
Not sure if you have a case? Schedule a free consultation with Nate to discuss what happened and learn how he can help.
Step 3
Nate fights for you.
If Nate takes on your case, he and his team take charge, fighting to get the outcome you deserve.
What Clients Are Saying
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"Nate was personable, listens intently, and walks through each scenario ensuring one understands the issue. Highly recommend."
Justin G.
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"He worked night and day with me. He explained everything so I could understand, and the outcome was exactly what I wanted!"
Bryce W.
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"Nate has been tremendous to work with. He is responsive, respectful, and truly cares about his clients. Can’t recommend his services enough."
Kelsey W.
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"Excellent, knowledgeable, extemely astute. Nate has helped me with legal aspects numerous times. Calls you back if he misses your phone call. I highly recommend him."
Christopher B.
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"Wonderful attorney! He listened carefully to our concerns, explored every legal avenue and kept us in the loop every step of the way. In my 70 years, I can honestly say l have never had better legal representation."
Eugene D.
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"Nate's help with my case was invaluable. He was very responsive and answered every question or concern I had. He made sure we understood every option we had and helped us choose the best one for us."
Tameran L.
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"Nate and and his staff were there beginning to end, helping fight a company that was refusing to take responsibility and help me after being hurt on the job. Nate was very responsive and caring with all my questions and concerns."
Tim S.
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"He was always available for my questions and explained everything in ways that I understood. Nate assisted me with getting the help I needed to heal from the trauma I experienced and showed extreme compassion for my situation."
D'Lynn M.
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"He never rushed me, always took the time to answer my questions, and helped me figure out how to deal with something indirectly related to my case. He was just as adept at explaining things in an email as he was over the phone."
Janet K.
ABOUT NATE
Nate has a practice that spans all areas of plaintiffs trial work, with a primary focus on helping Iowans whose lives have been upended by injury. Since graduating from Drake Law School, Nate has honed his skills and expertise while working at Spaulding & Shaull, where he has learned from some of the best lawyers in Iowa. Nate has successfully recovered millions of dollars for injured Iowans in heavily contested, high-stakes litigation and trial proceedings.
Nate lives in Urbandale with his wife, Emily, and their one-year-old son, Henry. Outside of the office, Nate enjoys travel, movies, live theatre, reading about politics and history – past presidents especially, watching sports, and spending time with family.
NATE’S OFFICE
Spaulding & Shaull, P.L.C.
2423 Ingersoll Avenue
Des Moines, Iowa 50324
Office Hours
Monday–Friday
9am–5pm
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SCHEDULE YOUR free CASE CONSULTATION TODAY.
The consultation is free. Simply fill out the form, and we’ll be in touch.
Urgent situation? Call or text Nate at (515) 452-5650 for immediate assistance. Accessibility matters, and Nate is determined to make sure you get the support you need, when you need it.
Don’t navigate the legal maze alone—we're here to guide you through every step of the process. Your recovery starts with a conversation. Reach out today.