Trial Lawyers Who Deliver Results: In and Out of the Courtroom
Lederer Weston Craig, P.L.C. is a civil litigation firm dedicated to protecting the interests of businesses, insurers, and individuals facing complex legal challenges. With more than 100 years of collective legal experience and a record that includes hundreds of cases tried to verdict and thousands more resolved through negotiation, mediation, and arbitration, our attorneys bring tested judgment and courtroom credibility to every case.
We do not strive to be the largest firm. We strive to be the firm clients trust when the outcome matters most.
Local Insight. National Capability.
From our offices in Cedar Rapids and West Des Moines, we represent clients across Iowa and throughout the Midwest. Our client base ranges from individuals and closely held businesses to national corporations and Fortune 100 companies.
Clients turn to LWC when the stakes are high and the issues are complex – because we combine:
- Deep knowledge of local courts, judges, and juries
- Sophisticated national-caliber litigation strategy
- Relationships with attorneys, consultants, and experts across the country Efficient, business-oriented decision-making
This combination allows us to deliver sophisticated representation while remaining grounded in practical realities.
Trial Lawyers First
At our core, we are trial lawyers. That distinction matters.
Our attorneys have tried hundreds of jury trials to verdict and understand how cases are won. That experience shapes every stage of our representation, from early evaluation through trial.
In litigation, reputation matters. Opposing counsel, insurers, and adjusters evaluate cases differently when they know the attorneys across the table have substantial courtroom experience and are prepared to take a case to verdict when necessary. That credibility creates leverage throughout the life of a case and often leads to stronger, earlier resolutions.
For our clients, that translates into meaningful advantages throughout litigation:
- More accurate case valuation from the outset
- Stronger positioning in mediation and settlement negotiations
- Efficient litigation strategy that avoids unnecessary expense
- Better outcomes when cases do need to be tried
We believe the best way to resolve a case favorably is to be fully prepared to try it. Our reputation for preparation drives better outcomes long before trial begins.
Responsive, Practical, and Client-Focused
We understand that litigation is not just about legal issues. It is also about cost, disruption, reputation, and broader business or personal objectives. Our attorneys work closely with clients to provide practical guidance, clear communication, and strategies tailored to those priorities.
Clients value LWC because we are:
- Responsive and accessible throughout the litigation process
- Practical in our approach and recommendations
- Efficient with our clients’ time and resources
- Thorough, prepared, and dependable in every matter
We measure success not only by results, but by the long-term trust our clients place in us.
Recognized Excellence
Lederer Weston Craig attorneys have earned recognition from peers, clients, and leading legal organizations, including:
- Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent ratings
- American College of Trial Lawyers
- American College of Coverage and Extracontractual Counsel
- Iowa Academy of Trial Lawyers
- Iowa Super Lawyers
- Great Plains Super Lawyers
- The Product Liability Advisory Council Inc.
- City of Cedar Rapids Risk Management Advisory Committee
- Sixth Judicial District of Iowa Judicial Nominating Commission
Our lawyers are also active leaders in organizations such as:
- International Association of Defense Counsel
- DRI – The Voice of the Defense Bar
- Iowa Defense Counsel Association
- American Bar Association
- Iowa State Bar Association
- Lawyers for Civil Justice
- Association of Defense Trial Attorneys
- Federation of Defense and Corporate Counsel
- National Foundation for Judicial Excellence
- National Retail and Restaurant Defense Association
- Themis Advocates Group, a network of preeminent law firms
These roles reflect both professional respect and a commitment to shaping the practice of civil litigation.
Commitment to Community and Leadership
Beyond the courtroom, LWC attorneys are deeply involved in the communities we serve. We actively support and lead organizations focused on civic, charitable, and professional development, including:
- American Red Cross
- American Heart Association
- Make-A-Wish Foundation of Iowa
- Variety – The Children’s Charity
- Local chambers of commerce and community initiatives
This commitment reflects our belief that strong communities and strong institutions go hand in hand.