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Thomas L. Flynn

Shareholder

Tom Flynn is a shareholder whose practice emphasizes banking law, gaming law, bankruptcy law, business law, real estate law, wills and estate planning, and probate law. Flynn is a Fellow in the American College of Bankruptcy, and served as a bankruptcy trustee for over forty years. He represents approximately twenty banking institutions. On behalf of a casino client, he has appeared before the U.S. Supreme Court on a matter involving the constitutionality of certain taxes.

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Areas of Practice

Honors & Recognition

AV^® Preeminent^™ 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rating by Martindale-Hubbell.

Selected every year since 1983 for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America^® as among the elite in the following law practice areas:

Banking and Finance LawBankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization LawGaming Law

Publications

Author, "Iowa Commercial Lending Law," appearing in "Commercial Lending Law: A State by State Guide," published by the American Bar Association Commercial Finance Committee in 2009. Revision in 2016 co-authored with Brick Gentry Shareholder Erin Clanton, "Commercial Lending Law: A Jurisdiction-by-Jurisdiction Guide to U.S. and Canadian Law."

Author, "Iowa Law of Guaranties, appearing in "Law of Guaranties: A State by State Guide," published in 2013 by the American Bar Association Commercial Finance Committee.

Author, "A Banker's Guide to Changes in the Bankruptcy Law," published by the Iowa Bankers Association in its October 2005 Disclosure.

Author, "Chapter 12, Its Impact on Lenders," published by the American Bankers Association.

Co-Author, Chapter pertaining to Bankruptcy in the "Iowa Land Title Standards," published by the Iowa State Bar Association.

Education

Drake University, J.D., with honors, 1972 (Drake Law Review, 1971-1972)

Morningside College, B.A., with honors, 1968

Bar Admissions

Iowa

Memberships

Polk County Bar Association

Iowa State Bar Association; Chair, Bankruptcy and Commercial Committee 1983-1989

Court Admissions

U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa

U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa

U.S. District Court of Appeals, 8th Circuit

U.S. Supreme Court

Community Activities

Board of Directors for:

Civic Center of Great Des Moines; Variety- the Children's Charity; Des Moines Urban Ministries; Des Moines Public Library; and his Church

News & Insights

Jack A. Hatanpa Joins Brick Gentry P.C. as an Associate

Brick Gentry welcomes Jack A. Hatanpa as an Associate. At Brick Gentry, Jack offers services in areas including litigation, corporate and general business matters, construction, environmental technology, and public policy and regulation. His tenacity and strategic approach to the law allow him to guide clients through complex disputes, ensuring that each step taken is both efficient and thoughtfully tailored to their individual needs.

Dec 17, 2024

Luke D. Zielinski Joins Brick Gentry P.C. as an Associate

Brick Gentry welcomes Luke D. Zielinski as an Associate. At Brick Gentry, Luke offers services in areas including corporate and general business transactions, mergers and acquisitions, and real estate and municipal matters. His dedication and passion for his work allows him to help guide clients and create innovative solutions to intricate legal issues.

Oct 16, 2024

Dallas H. Hosey Joins Brick Gentry as Shareholder

We are delighted to announce that Dallas Hosey has joined Brick Gentry P.C. as a Shareholder. Dallas focuses his practice on taxation, business planning, estate planning, probate, bankruptcy, landlord-tenant issues, and litigation. His diverse expertise enables him to effectively address complex legal challenges and provide tailored solutions.

Jun 11, 2024