Thad Murphy

Thad Murphy

Pearson Bollman Law
  • Elder Law, Estate Planning, Probate ...
Badges
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Biography

A northeast Iowa native, Thad grew up on a small farm on the outskirts of West Union, Iowa. After graduating from the University of Iowa College of law, he practiced for three years in Davenport, Iowa and has practiced since 2003 in Dubuque, Iowa. He has also maintained an office in Davenport since 2007. Currently practicing out of the Pioneer Law branch in Dubuque, Thad focuses on estate planning, elder law, Social Security disability and veterans disability. When not spending time with his wife and two daughters, Thad enjoys speaking with other attorneys and professional groups. In the past Thad has given his time as a lecturer teaching continuing education to other Iowa attorneys.
Thad received a Bachelor of Arts from Grinnell College in 1996 with a degree in History. He received his Juris Doctorate from the University of Iowa College of Law, graduating with distinction in 2000.

Practice Areas
Elder Law
Estate Planning
Guardianship & Conservatorship Estate Administration, Health Care Directives, Trusts, Wills
Probate
Probate Administration, Probate Litigation, Will Contests
Social Security Disability
Additional Practice Areas
  • Medicaid and VA Eligibility Planning
  • Trust Administration
Education
University of Iowa School of Law
J.D. (2000)
Placeholder image for education.
Grinnell College
B.A. | History
Placeholder image for education.
Professional Associations
State Bar of Iowa  # 16929
Member
Current
Placeholder image for professional associations.
Illinois State Bar  # 161315
Member
Current
Placeholder image for professional associations.
National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives (NOSSCR)
Current
Placeholder image for professional associations.
National Organization of Veterans' Advocates (NOVA)
Current
Placeholder image for professional associations.
WealthCounsel
Current
Placeholder image for professional associations.
ElderCounsel
Current
Placeholder image for professional associations.
Dubuque County Bar Association
Current
Placeholder image for professional associations.
American Association for Justice (AAJ)
Current
Placeholder image for professional associations.
VA Accredited Attorney
Current
Placeholder image for professional associations.
Speaking Engagements
Estate Planning, Asset Protection and Elder Law Workshop
This workshop is held at various times of the month around the state. Please click on the website link below and go to the events tab of our website to find out more and to register. We will discuss the following topics: What is the difference between a will and a trust, the different types of powers of attorney and how to use them, how to protect yourself and your assets from long term care (nursing home) costs, how you can use trusts and avoid probate, the different types of trusts available and how to use them to your advantage, what is Elder Law, and how does all of this affect seniors.
Websites & Blogs
Website
Social Media
Contact & Map
Pearson Bollman Law
Dubuque Office
1635 Associates Drive Ste 103
Dubuque , IA 520021
Toll-Free: (563) 265-6971
Pearson Bollman Law
West Des Moines Office (Main office)
1415 28th Street Ste 160
West Des Moines, IA 50266
Telephone: (515) 727-0986
Pearson Bollman Law
Bettendorf Office
2414 18th St
Bettendorf, IA 52722
Telephone: (563) 355-8345
Pearson Bollman Law
Marion Office
309 7th Ave Ste 200
Marion, IA 52302
Telephone: (319) 531-7992
Pearson Bollman Law
Okoboji Area Office
54 Okoboji Grove Road Unit 9
Arnolds Park, IA 51331
Telephone: (712) 320-8883