Thad represents clients facing denied disability claims, including those involving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and benefits from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. He sees his work as a way to give back to the part of Iowa where he grew up.

Throughout his career, Thad has helped thousands of claimants appeal a wrongful denial and pursue compensation to help with lost wages, everyday living expenses, and more.

Background & Education

Thad grew up on a small farm outside West Union, Iowa. He earned his B.A. in history from Grinnell College in 1996 and his J.D. from the University of Iowa College of Law in 2000, where he graduated with distinction.

After law school, Thad practiced in Davenport for 3 years before settling in Dubuque in 2003, where he has practiced ever since. He is also licensed in Illinois.

Thad keeps up with his field through national organizations for disability and veterans advocates and shares what he knows with other attorneys. He has taught continuing education courses to Iowa lawyers and speaks to professional groups.

Bar & Court Admissions

  • Iowa, 2000
  • Illinois, 2001
  • U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa
  • U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa
  • U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
  • U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit

Education

  • Grinnell College, B.A., 1996
  • University of Iowa College of Law, J.D., 2000

Affiliations

  • National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives (NOSSCR), Sustaining Member
  • National Organization of Veterans’ Advocates (NOVA), Sustaining Member
  • American Association for Justice
  • Iowa State Bar Association
  • Dubuque County Bar Association
  • Illinois State Bar Association
  • VA Accredited Attorney