From Defending an Escaped Robber to Defeating a $110 Million Complaint, Steve Holtman Reminisces on 50 Years of Service
From his early days as a court appointed counsel to major wins in corporate litigation with $110 million at stake, Steve Holtman has distinguished himself with extensive knowledge of the law, persuasive and well-researched arguments, effective legal strategies, and strong values. Holtman’s half a century of service to the profession was recognized by the Linn […]
Nick AbouAssaly Relentless in Saving Historic Marion Church
After sustaining damage in Iowa’s 2020 derecho, the historic Methodist Church in Marion was written off by most, but not Nick AbouAssaly! Built in 1895, the First Methodist Episcopal Church in Marion opened in 1896, but the congregation’s history dates back even further, to 1840, just one year after Marion’s founding in 1839. The 125-year […]
U.S. Supreme Court Releases its Ruling on OSHA ETS
Today, the U.S. Supreme Court released its ruling on the OSHA ETS. The Court has stayed the OSHA ETS, meaning OSHA will not be able to enforce the ETS on vaccinations. The Court found that the petitioners (those seeking to have the ETS invalidated), are “likely to succeed on the merits of their claim that […]
Eleven SPMB Attorneys Named “Lawyer of the Year” by Best Lawyers® 2022
Simmons Perrine Moyer Bergman PLC is pleased to announce that 11 attorneys have earned the distinction of “Lawyer of the Year” by Best Lawyers® 2022. The “Lawyer of the Year” recognition is awarded to individual attorneys with the highest overall peer feedback for a specific practice area and geographic location. Only one lawyer is recognized […]
Bogguss Reflects on Half a Century of Service
Fifty years ago, J. Scott Bogguss was at the dawn of his legal career. The year was 1971 and the Simon & Garfunkel hit “Bridge Over Troubled Water” topped the charts. The personal computer hadn’t been invented yet, typists used carbon copies or mimeograph machines to make duplicate documents, and clerks had to run to […]
Kyle Wilcox Leads 2021 ISBA Taxation Section Legislative Committee
Attorney Kyle Wilcox has been appointed as Chairman of the Iowa State Bar Association (ISBA) Taxation Section Legislative Committee for 2021. In this role, Mr. Wilcox will work with tax section committee members to analyze proposed Iowa tax law regulations and legislation. The committee will determine if any new tax laws under consideration by the […]
CRST International, Inc. Acquires NAL Group
On March 2, Cedar Rapids-based, CRST International, Inc. acquired the NAL Group, headquartered in Edison, NJ. The privately-held NAL Group leads the industry in final mile logistics, specializing in warehousing services, home delivery of big and bulky consumer durables, complex in-home installation and assembly services, and express courier services. Hugh Ekberg, President and CEO of […]
Forward Air Corporation Acquires Linn Star “LSHI” for $57.2 Million
Forward Air Corporation (NASDAQ:FWRD) announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire substantially all of the assets of Linn Star Holdings, Inc., Linn Star Transfer, Inc. and Linn Star Logistics, LLC (collectively referred to as “LSHI”), for cash consideration of $57.2 million. The transaction will not include LSHI’s California operations. Finalizing the transaction […]
CEC Acquires Sound Services Inc. of Milwaukee
Communications Engineering Company (CEC) of Hiawatha has acquired 60-year-old tech supplier, Select Sound Service Inc. of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The company said the strategic investment would position CEC to offer a wider selection of technology solutions and enhanced customer service experiences to its clients in Iowa and the southern half of Wisconsin. “Bringing CEC and Select […]
Hillcrest Holdings Acquires Southgate Companies
On April 30, Hillcrest Holdings, parent company for CRST International in Cedar Rapids acquired SouthGate Companies, a family owned real estate investment, development and rental company with roots in Iowa City since 1962. Hillcrest Holdings Vice President Ian Smith stated, “This is a long-term investment in a local company that shares our values of hard […]