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Sharon Lea Soorholtz Greer, Business Attorney in Marshalltown, Iowa

Over 44 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Insurance, and Litigation · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

AttorneyatCartwright, Druker & Ryden

Marshalltown, IA

Practicing business in Marshalltown since 1982.

44+
Years practicing
5.0 ★
1 client review
1
Bar admission

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Sharon Lea Soorholtz Greer is an attorney based in Marshalltown, IA. The practice focuses on Business, Insurance, and Litigation. Sharon has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cartwright, Druker & Ryden. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Marshalltown, IA
Experience
over 44 years
Known for
Business · Insurance · Litigation
  • Handles Business, Insurance, and Litigation matters from Marshalltown, IA.
  • Over 44 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About Sharon Lea Soorholtz Greer: Sharon Lea Soorholtz Greer is an attorney based in Marshalltown, IA. The practice focuses on Business, Insurance, and Litigation. Sharon has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cartwright, Druker & Ryden. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Sharon takes on

Sharon concentrates on business, insurance, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sharon handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Marshalltown, Iowa

Sharon takes business matters in Marshalltown, 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 Sharon agrees to represent you.

Insurance cases in Marshalltown, Iowa

Sharon takes insurance matters in Marshalltown, 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 Sharon agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Marshalltown, Iowa

Sharon takes litigation matters in Marshalltown, 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 Sharon agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Marshalltown, Iowa

Sharon takes personal injury matters in Marshalltown, 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 Sharon agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Sharon Lea Soorholtz Greer — business lawyer in Marshalltown

Sharon Lea Soorholtz Greer is an attorney based in Marshalltown, IA. The practice focuses on Business, Insurance, and Litigation. Sharon has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cartwright, Druker & Ryden. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Sharon Lea Soorholtz Greer is a lawyer practicing insurance, insurance defense, civil litigation and 2 other areas of law. Sharon received a B.S. degree from Iowa State University in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years. Sharon practices at Cartwright, Druker & Ryden in Marshalltown, IA.

Working with Sharon on a business matter

Sharon Lea Soorholtz Greer is a lawyer practicing insurance, insurance defense, civil litigation and 2 other areas of law. Sharon received a B.S. degree from Iowa State University in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years. Sharon practices at Cartwright, Druker & Ryden in Marshalltown, IA.

Who Sharon represents

Sharon reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, insurance, and litigation matters in Marshalltown and the surrounding Iowa area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of Iowa

    J.D. · 1982

  • Iowa State University

    B.S. · 1978

Jurisdictions

Sharon's state bar admissions

  • Iowa

    1982 · ACTIVE

Sharon studied at J.D. in University of Iowa and B.S. in Iowa State University.

Law school and academic background

Sharon completed J.D. in University of Iowa and B.S. in Iowa State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sharon runs in Iowa is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Sharon has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

Sharon's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Marshall County, Iowa State and American Bar Associations Iowa Defense Counsel Association (President, 2004-2005) American Board of Trial Advocates (President, 2008) International Association of Defense Counsel

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  • Iowa Academy of Trial Lawyers

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  • Defense Research Institute (2004 Fred H. Sievert Outstanding Defense Bar Leader)

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Locations

Sharon Lea Soorholtz Greer's office in Marshalltown

Sharon's primary office is at 112 West Church Street, Marshalltown, IA, 50158. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Cartwright, Druker & Ryden

112 West Church Street

Marshalltown, IA 50158

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Sharon Lea Soorholtz Greer — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Sharon. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Marshalltown.

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Hiring guide

How to hire Sharon Lea Soorholtz Greer — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Sharon usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Sharon charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sharon'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; Sharon will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in Marshalltown, 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 Sharon

Sharon 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. Sharon confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Sharon'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 Sharon Lea Soorholtz Greer

  • How much does it cost to hire Sharon for a business case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Sharon walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Sharon offer a free consultation?

    Sharon charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sharon's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Sharon'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. Sharon gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Sharon take my case if I'm outside Marshalltown?

    Sharon 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 — Sharon 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 Sharon?

    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. Sharon will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Sharon accepting new business clients right now?

    Sharon'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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