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Jan 07, 2026

Darbi Spellman Joins Brick Gentry P.C. as an Associate

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Brick Gentry welcomes Darbi Spellman as an Associate. Born and raised in Urbandale, Iowa, Darbi brings a strong connection to the local community and a commitment to helping individuals, families, and businesses plan for the future.

Darbi earned her Bachelor of Arts from the University of Iowa in 2021 and then pursued her legal education at Drake University Law School. While at Drake, she was a member of the Corporate Law Society and the Delta Theta Phi Law Fraternity, and she served as a student attorney in the Drake Legal Clinic, gaining practical experience working directly with clients.

At Brick Gentry, Darbi focuses on trusts, estates, and wealth preservation, corporate and general business matters, real estate, agriculture, and environmental technology. Her practical, client‑centered, and results‑driven approach allows her to guide clients through important planning decisions with strategies that are both efficient and carefully tailored to their unique needs.

Darbi stays closely connected to the Greater Des Moines area and enjoys spending time with family and friends. She looks forward to building lasting relationships with clients and serving as a trusted resource as they navigate significant personal, financial, and business milestones.

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Jan 07, 2026

Darbi Spellman Joins Brick Gentry P.C. as an Associate

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At Brick Gentry, Darbi offers services in areas including trusts, estates, and wealth preservation, corporate and general business matters, real estate, agriculture, and environmental technology, drawing on her experience with wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and small businesses to address both legal and practical concerns for her clients. Her practical, client‑centered, and results‑driven approach allows her to guide individuals and families through important planning decisions with strategies that are both efficient and carefully tailored to their unique needs.

Dec 05, 2025

Ryan Brueckner Joins Brick Gentry P.C. as an Associate

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Brick Gentry welcomes Ryan Brueckner as an Associate. At Brick Gentry, Ryan offers services in areas including litigation, business and commercial matters, and general civil practice, drawing on his background in business economics to address both legal and practical concerns for his clients. His thoughtful, detail‑oriented, and solution‑focused approach allows him to guide clients through complex issues with strategies that are both efficient and carefully tailored to their individual needs.

Aug 06, 2025

New Podcast Featuring Nolden Gentry

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The Community Foundation recently launched a new podcast called Legacy Leavers. Their most recent episode featured Nolden Gentry.

Apr 07, 2025

Brick Gentry Attorneys Present on Interplay of ADA, FMLA, and Leave Policies at Iowa Employment Conference

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Attorneys Matthew Brick and Erin Clanton of Brick Gentry PC delivered an informative presentation at the Spring Iowa Employment Conference 2025, offering critical guidance on one of HR's most challenging areas: the complex intersection of disability accommodations, family leave rights, and company policies.

Feb 06, 2025

Matthew Brick Named to MSN's Top 10 Lawyers of 2025 List

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MSN's Top 10 Lawyers of 2025 recognizes the distinguished attorneys who have made a lasting impact through their unmatched expertise, unwavering dedication, and leadership in the legal world.

Dec 17, 2024

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

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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.

Oct 16, 2024

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

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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.

Jun 11, 2024

Dallas H. Hosey Joins Brick Gentry as Shareholder

By: Dallas H. Hosey | Tags: Attorneys at the Firm News

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.

May 02, 2024

FMLA Overview for Employers

By: Matthew S. Brick Erin M. Clanton

FMLA is a difficult law to follow for both public and private employers. Matthew Brick and Erin Clanton authored and presented an overview of the main issues with compliance that cause employers issues.

May 02, 2024

How to Work the Ring: Labor Negotiations

By: James E. Brick Matthew S. Brick

Labor negotiations can be a complicated process requiring specialized training. This training seminar authored and presented by James Brick and Matthew Brick will focus on an analysis of the process from the management side of the table.