Business Details
12 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Coralville, IA
Founded in 2014, Pugh Hagan Prahm is a boutique business law firm rooted in service and dedicated to providing specialized legal counsel. Our team of attorneys, each with experience at large regional, national, and international law firms, focuses on complex real estate transactions, corporate finance, business litigation, estate planning, and probate. We prioritize thoughtful, efficient service and have built a reputation for trusted legal guidance tailored to individual and business needs.Our collaborative environment ensures high-quality representation, meeting deadlines while maintaining personalized communication. We serve clients in the Iowa City-Cedar Rapids corridor and beyond, combining deep local knowledge with the expertise to handle sophisticated legal matters. Our mission is to deliver significant value through in-depth expertise and responsiveness, avoiding the bureaucracy of larger firms while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and client care.
Services
Real Estate Law
Corporate Transactions
Business Litigation
Estate Planning
Land Use Zoning
Banking Finance
Probate Litigation
Commercial Leasing
Mergers Acquisitions
Tax Credit Representation
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- Experienced attorneys with backgrounds at large regional, national, and international law firms
- Award-winning real estate practice recognized by U.S. News & World Report
- Client-focused approach combining personalized service with sophisticated legal expertise
- Deep local knowledge of Iowa City-Cedar Rapids growth areas and regulatory environments
- Proven track record in complex transactions exceeding $1 billion in financing
What people say
Award-winning real estate practice
Experienced large-firm attorneys
Personalized client approach
Proven litigation success
Deep local knowledge
Services
Real Estate Law
Our real estate attorneys handle complex transactions including purchases, sales, leases, and development agreements. We represent clients in commercial, residential, and mixed-use projects, providing due diligence, document preparation, and negotiation services. With recognition in U.S. News & World Report, our team specializes in navigating zoning regulations and financing structures for successful project completion.
Corporate Transactions
We assist with entity formation, mergers, acquisitions, and contract negotiations. Our services include structuring business deals, drafting agreements, and providing regulatory compliance guidance. The team's experience with billion-dollar transactions ensures sophisticated counsel for corporate finance and operational restructuring needs.
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services include wills, trusts, and probate administration. We create customized plans for asset protection, tax minimization, and special needs trusts. Attorneys provide guidance on healthcare directives and power of attorney documents to ensure comprehensive legacy protection aligned with Iowa law.
Business Litigation
We represent clients in business disputes covering contracts, partnerships, and corporate governance. Our litigation team handles cases from negotiation through trial, with experience in state and federal courts. Services include risk assessment, settlement strategy, and courtroom representation for high-stakes commercial conflicts.
Land Use Zoning
Our land use practice secures project approvals and navigates zoning regulations. Services include subdivision planning, variance applications, and environmental compliance. With established relationships in local governments, we facilitate entitlement processes for developments ranging from small businesses to master-planned communities across Eastern Iowa.
People
Michael J. Pugh
Attorney
Specializes in real estate development and business transactions with experience at national law firms. Provides strategic counsel for complex deals in the Iowa City-Cedar Rapids corridor.
Jeremy B.P. Hagan
Attorney
Focuses on mergers, acquisitions, and commercial finance. Brings expertise in business succession planning and real estate transactions to serve corporate clients across industries.
Ryan J. Prahm
Attorney
Handles corporate matters and real estate transactions. Advises businesses on entity formation and contract negotiations with a focus on practical legal solutions.
Siobhan Briley
Attorney
Specializes in business litigation with experience in state and federal court proceedings. Represents clients in commercial disputes and employment law matters.
Benjamin G. Nielson
Attorney
Focuses on business litigation and bankruptcy law. Provides strategic counsel for creditors' rights and complex commercial disputes involving financial institutions.
Questions
What areas of law does Pugh Hagan Prahm specialize in?
We specialize in real estate law, corporate transactions, business litigation, estate planning, land use zoning, and banking finance.
Do you serve clients outside Eastern Iowa?
While based in Coralville, we serve clients throughout Iowa and nationally, particularly in real estate and corporate matters.
How experienced is your legal team?
All attorneys have experience at large regional or national law firms, with combined decades of practice in specialized areas.
What makes your firm different from larger law firms?
We offer personalized service with big-firm expertise, avoiding bureaucracy while maintaining high standards of legal representation.
Can you handle complex real estate transactions?
Yes, our team has completed transactions exceeding $1 billion and handles complex matters like tax credit financing and mixed-use developments.
How do you approach estate planning?
We create customized plans using wills, trusts, and advanced directives to protect assets while complying with Iowa law requirements.
