Background

Nils is an associate attorney in the litigation group. His practice focuses on insurance defense, commercial litigation, construction disputes and municipal law. 

Nils represents businesses, individuals and insurance carriers in a wide range of disputes including claims alleging negligence, defective work product, breach of contract and personal injury.

Nils also advises elected and appointed officials on agency authority, open records laws, election law, zoning, taxation and the enforceability of local ordinances. This includes advising local law enforcement officials on proper practice and procedure and helping to resolve disputes between community members and police. 

Nils has represented clients in state and federal court and has obtained favorable results in bench and jury trials.

Prior to joining Bradshaw Law, Nils worked in the legal departments of local and state government agencies as well as another large Des Moines law firm. As a law student, Nils received multiple awards for academic excellence, including awards in the areas of Business Associations, Family Law, Arbitration and Alternative Dispute Resolution. 

Education

Luther College (B.A. English, 2015)
 

The University of Iowa College of Law (J.D., with distinction, 2018)

News

May 26, 2022 - Nils Johnson Joins Bradshaw Law Firm