
A. John Arenz, Insurance Attorney in Dubuque, Iowa
Over 48 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
RetiredatO'Connor & Thomas, P.C.
Dubuque, IA
Practicing insurance in Dubuque since 1978.
- 48+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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A. John Arenz is a retired based in Dubuque, IA. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. A. has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at O'Connor & Thomas, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Dubuque, IA
- Experience
- over 48 years
- Known for
- Insurance · Litigation · Personal Injury
- Handles Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury matters from Dubuque, IA.
- Over 48 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About A. John Arenz: A. John Arenz is a retired based in Dubuque, IA. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. A. has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at O'Connor & Thomas, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by A. John Arenz
A. concentrates on insurance, litigation, personal injury, real estate, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case A. handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Insurance
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Personal Injury
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Workers Comp
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Insurance cases in Dubuque, Iowa
A. takes insurance matters in Dubuque, 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 A. agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Dubuque, Iowa
A. takes litigation matters in Dubuque, 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 A. agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Dubuque, Iowa
A. takes personal injury matters in Dubuque, 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 A. agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Dubuque, Iowa
A. takes real estate matters in Dubuque, 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 A. agrees to represent you.
Workers Comp cases in Dubuque, Iowa
A. takes workers comp matters in Dubuque, 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 A. agrees to represent you.
Biography
About A. John Arenz — Over 48 years of Iowa insurance experience
A. John Arenz is a retired based in Dubuque, IA. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. A. has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at O'Connor & Thomas, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Phi Beta Kappa. Member, Student Editorial Board, The Tax Lawyer, 1977-1978.
Working with A. on a insurance matter
Phi Beta Kappa. Member, Student Editorial Board, The Tax Lawyer, 1977-1978.
Clients A. works with
A. reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance, litigation, and personal injury matters in Dubuque and the surrounding Iowa area.
Credentials
A. John Arenz's legal education and bar admissions
Georgetown University
J.D. · 1978
Marquette University
A.B. · 1975
Jurisdictions
A.'s state bar admissions
Wisconsin
1985 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1985 · ACTIVE
Iowa
1978 · ACTIVE
A. studied at J.D. in Georgetown University and A.B. in Marquette University.
Law school and academic background
A. completed J.D. in Georgetown University and A.B. in Marquette University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice A. runs in Iowa is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of A. John Arenz
A. has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
A.'s professional memberships and bar associations
Dubuque County, Iowa State
Member, Section on Litigation) and American (Member, Sections on: Litigation Tort and Insurance Practice) Bar Associations State Bar of Wisconsin (Member, Section on Litigation) Defense Research Institute Iowa Defense Counsel Association Association of Tr · membership
Locations
A. John Arenz's office in Dubuque
A.'s primary office is at 1000 Main Street, Dubuque, IA, 52001. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of A. John Arenz — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of A.. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing insurance attorneys in Dubuque.
5.0
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How to hire A. John Arenz — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new insurance attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with A. usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
A. charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain A.'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; A. will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a insurance attorney in Dubuque, Iowa
A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance 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 A.
A. discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in insurance practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every insurance 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. A. confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
A.'s office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about A. John Arenz
How much does it cost to hire A. for a insurance case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. A. walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does A. offer a free consultation?
A. charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain A.'s office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check A.'s current terms during booking.
How long do insurance cases in Iowa typically take?
Simple insurance 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. A. gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can A. take my case if I'm outside Dubuque?
A. 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 — A. 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 A.?
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. A. will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is A. accepting new insurance clients right now?
A.'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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