Calkins Mediation Services & Training
About Calkins Mediation Services & Training
Calkins Mediation Services & Training is a leading law firm represented in the Best Lawyers® Awards by Richard M. Calkins, acknowledged for work in Arbitration and Mediation.
The firm's tenure with Best Lawyers began in 2005. Recognition through the Purely Peer Review® process reflects how colleagues in their field view the quality of the lawyer’s work and the contribution they make within their practice area and region. It also speaks to the strength of the team at Calkins Mediation Services & Training.
Calkins Mediation Services & Training also appears in Best Law Firms® accolades. The Best Law Firms rankings are founded on a time-tested and transparent research process that has remained consistent since Best Lawyers launched it in 2010. Calkins Mediation Services & Training has one ranking in Mediation, echoing their Best Lawyers awards and team of top legal talent.
These honors come directly from peer feedback, reflecting the strong regard other leading attorneys have for Calkins Mediation Services & Training's skill, advocacy, and commitment to clients.
Office Location:
- Urbandale, Iowa
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