Ryan Holtgraves
Windsor Heights,IA
Summary
Experienced attorney with over 12 years in default/creditor's rights, including title examination, title curative, litigation, foreclosures, motion practice, and advising on regulatory and state law changes. Admitted to the Iowa Bar since 2010, bankruptcy courts in Iowa, and the Meskwaki Tribal Court. Member of USFN. Skilled in foreclosure/creditor's rights litigation and civil litigation. Proficient in title examination, title claims, and title curative. Experienced in motion practice and appellate practice. Familiar with RESPA, TILA, FCPA, UDAAP, and other related regulations. Trusted advisor to clients regarding state law and regulatory changes. Personable and collaborative team member with a creative mindset and quick learning abilities.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate
Petosa Law LLP
03.2012 - Current
- Analyze legal and regulatory issues to provide advice to clients
- Litigate foreclosure cases on behalf of creditors in counties across Iowa
- Represent creditors in bankruptcy cases
- Examine Title prior to all foreclosure actions, handle title claims and title curative matters
- Handle appellate work on behalf of creditors
- Oversee work of legal staff.
Associate
Goodman & O’Brien PC
01.2011 - 02.2012
- Draft motions for summary judgment, pre-trial motions, and other pleadings
- Assisted at trial and pre-trial hearings
- Participated in witness and client interviews
- Research and write memoranda on varying legal issues, including subrogation, premises liability, medical malpractice, and worker’s compensation.
Law Clerk, Tobacco Division
Iowa Attorney General
05.2009 - 05.2010
- Draft memoranda on legal issues regarding possible arbitration with tobacco companies
- Assist in the enforcement of the Tobacco Settlement Agreement and state legislation
- Research and write memos on other tobacco issues, including Native Sovereignty and Internet sales.
Education
Juris Doctor -
Drake University Law School
Des Moines, IA05.2010
Skills
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Trial experience
- Case Management
- Efficient researcher
- Mortgage
- Document Review
- Client Counseling
- Title Examination
Articles
Iowa: Probate Estate Not Needed to Complete In Rem Foreclosure, USFN, www.usfn.org/blogpost/1296766/307244/Iowa-Probate-Estate-Not-Needed-to-Complete-In-Rem-Foreclosure, 08/14/2018
Timeline
Associate
Petosa Law LLP
03.2012 - Current
Associate
Goodman & O’Brien PC
01.2011 - 02.2012
Law Clerk, Tobacco Division
Iowa Attorney General
05.2009 - 05.2010
Juris Doctor -
Drake University Law School
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