
Diane Elizabeth Puthoff, Business Attorney in Davenport, Iowa
Over 25 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Employment, and Estate Planning
PartneratLane & Waterman LLP
Davenport, IA
Practicing business in Davenport since 2001.
- 25+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Diane Elizabeth Puthoff is a partner based in Davenport, IA. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Estate Planning. Diane has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lane & Waterman LLP.
- Based in
- Davenport, IA
- Experience
- over 25 years
- Known for
- Business · Employment · Estate Planning
- Handles Business, Employment, and Estate Planning matters from Davenport, IA.
- Over 25 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Diane Elizabeth Puthoff: Diane Elizabeth Puthoff is a partner based in Davenport, IA. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Estate Planning. Diane has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lane & Waterman LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Diane Elizabeth Puthoff
Diane concentrates on business, employment, estate planning, general, and probate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Diane handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Employment
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Estate Planning
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General
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Probate
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Trusts
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Business cases in Davenport, Iowa
Diane takes business matters in Davenport, Iowa. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Diane agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Davenport, Iowa
Diane takes employment matters in Davenport, Iowa. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Diane agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases in Davenport, Iowa
Diane takes estate planning matters in Davenport, Iowa. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Diane agrees to represent you.
General cases in Davenport, Iowa
Diane takes general matters in Davenport, Iowa. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Diane agrees to represent you.
Probate cases in Davenport, Iowa
Diane takes probate matters in Davenport, Iowa. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Diane agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Diane Elizabeth Puthoff — Over 25 years of Iowa business experience
Diane Elizabeth Puthoff is a partner based in Davenport, IA. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Estate Planning. Diane has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lane & Waterman LLP.
Diane Elizabeth Puthoff is a lawyer practicing wills, trusts, estate planning and probate law, employee benefits, real estate and 3 other areas of law. Diane received a M.B.A. degree from Creighton University School of Law in 2001, and has been licensed for 25 years. Diane practices at Lane & Waterman LLP in Davenport, IA.
Working with Diane on a business matter
Diane Elizabeth Puthoff is a lawyer practicing wills, trusts, estate planning and probate law, employee benefits, real estate and 3 other areas of law. Diane received a M.B.A. degree from Creighton University School of Law in 2001, and has been licensed for 25 years. Diane practices at Lane & Waterman LLP in Davenport, IA.
Who Diane represents
Diane reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, employment, and estate planning matters in Davenport and the surrounding Iowa area.
Credentials
Diane Elizabeth Puthoff's legal education and bar admissions
Creighton University School of Law
J.D. · 2001
Creighton University School of Law
M.B.A. · 2001
Jurisdictions
Diane's state bar admissions
Illinois U.S. Distri
2002 · ACTIVE
Iowa
2001 · ACTIVE
Diane studied at J.D. in Creighton University School of Law and M.B.A. in Creighton University School of Law.
Law school and academic background
Diane completed J.D. in Creighton University School of Law and M.B.A. in Creighton University School of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Diane runs in Iowa is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Diane's professional memberships and bar associations
Scott County, Rock Island, Illinois State, Iowa State and American Bar Associations Quad City Chamber of Commerce Federation
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Locations
Diane Elizabeth Puthoff's office in Davenport
Diane's primary office is at 220 North Main Street, Suite 600, Davenport, IA, 52801. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Lane & Waterman LLP
220 North Main Street, Suite 600
Davenport, IA 52801
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How to hire Diane Elizabeth Puthoff — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Diane usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Diane charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Diane's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Diane will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Davenport, Iowa
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Diane
Diane discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Diane confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Diane's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Diane Elizabeth Puthoff
How much does it cost to hire Diane for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Diane walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Diane offer a free consultation?
Diane charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Diane's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Diane's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Iowa typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Diane gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Diane take my case if I'm outside Davenport?
Diane is licensed in Iowa. Matters governed by Iowa law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Diane will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Diane?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Diane will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Diane accepting new business clients right now?
Diane's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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