Sarah Baumgartner

As a seasoned legal professional with over a decade of experience, I have honed a comprehensive skill set that bridges the realms of law and business. My journey as Lead Counsel, civil litigation attorney, and legal affairs specialist has equipped me with the acumen to navigate complex legal landscapes while delivering strategic counsel that empowers organizations. Throughout my career, I have been instrumental in providing legal guidance that shapes critical decisions at the executive and Board levels. My ability to analyze intricate business transactions and offer insights rooted in legal compliance has consistently contributed to the success of various enterprises. Serving as a trusted advisor, I specialize in real estate and employment/labor law, playing a pivotal role in steering companies' operations across multiple states. My achievements include an impressive track record in matters of legal compliance and representation. I have led the charge in advocating for unions in cases of workplace injuries, workers’ compensation claims, FMLA matters, and NLRB disputes. My courtroom experience, coupled with appearances in public forums, underscores my commitment to representing clients and agencies with unwavering dedication. Career Highlights: ★ Serve as a real estate law SME for 500+ real estate agents and brokers, in addition to providing expertise and counsel on business law and employment law for company proprietors and management at The Real Estate Service Center. ★ Counseled corporations such as TRESC, Re/Max Concepts, and other related entities at The Real Estate Service Center while guiding company management on general business-related operations and policy handling in IA, IL, and FL. ★ Became 1 of 12 members elected to the Iowa Association for Justice Workers’ Compensation Core Group in Feb 2016 while serving for 6 years (until Mar 2022). ★ Delivered multiple speeches and CLE presentations at the Iowa Association for Justice, the Iowa Worker’s Compensation Advisory Committee, and the Iowa Association of Workers’ Compensation Lawyers. ★ Won the first transgender rights case in Iowa against Iowa State University, with $28K paid to settle the claim to cover reassignment surgery and allowing equal access to healthcare benefits based on gender identity.