Nicholas "Niko" Pothitakis, Workers Comp Attorney in Burlington, Iowa
Burlington, IA
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Nicholas "Niko" Pothitakis is an attorney based in Burlington, IOWA. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. Currently practicing at Pothitakis Law Firm PC.
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- Handles Workers Comp matters from Burlington, IOWA.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants (Davenport) (2023).
About Nicholas "Niko" Pothitakis: Nicholas "Niko" Pothitakis is an attorney based in Burlington, IOWA. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. Currently practicing at Pothitakis Law Firm PC.
Areas of practice
Nicholas's practice areas in Burlington
Nicholas concentrates on workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Nicholas handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Workers Comp cases in Burlington, Iowa
Nicholas takes workers comp matters in Burlington, 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 Nicholas agrees to represent you.
Biography
Nicholas "Niko" Pothitakis, workers comp attorney serving Burlington
Nicholas "Niko" Pothitakis is an attorney based in Burlington, IOWA. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. Currently practicing at Pothitakis Law Firm PC. Nicholas works from Burlington, Iowa and takes on workers comp matters across the region.
Nicholas Pothitakis was born June 4, 1966, in Fort Madison, Iowa. He attended the Univesity of Iowa from 1984 through 1988, obtaining a degree in Finance and a degree in Economics with Honors and with High Distinciton.
Mr. Pothitakis enrolled in the fall of 1988 at one of the top law schools in the country, the University of Texas School of Law in Austin, Texas. He received his Doctor of Jurisprudence in the summer of 1991. Since then, Mr. Pothitakis has practiced primarily in the areas of Iowa Workers' Compensation and personal injury. The Pothitakis Law Firm, P.C., has offices in Burlington and Keokuk, Iowa.
Mr. Pothitakis was a board member Iowa Association of Workers' Compensation Lawyers, Inc., from 2005- 2011. In 2011, he was elected to the position of treasurer of the organization. In October of 2013 Mr. Pothitakis was elected the Vice President of the Association. In 2014 he was elected the President of the association and served as president in 2015. The objective of Iowa Association of Workers Compensation Lawyers is to promote the administration of justice, to provide continuing legal education in the area of Iowa workers’ compensation law, and to take such further actions to enhance the effectiveness of workers’ compensation laws and their administration in the State of Iowa. IAWC is made up of lawyers from the State of Iowa that focus on Iowa Workers Compensation Injuries and Cases.
Mr. Pothitakis was a member of the Board of Governors of the Iowa Trial Lawyers Association from 2006 to 2007 and from 2014 to 2015. Mr. Pothitakis was a board member of the Workers' Compensation Section of the Iowa State Bar Association from 2000-2002. He was a past member of the Workers' Compensation Core Group of the Iowa Trial Lawyers Association. Mr. Pothitakis has been a longstanding member of the Iowa Association for Justice, the Workers’ Injury Law and Advocacy Group, and the American Association for Justice. Mr. Pothitakis was the President of the Des Moines County Bar Association for 2013.
In 2017, and 2018 Mr. Pothitakis was named to the Super Lawyers List and Best Lawyers.
How Nicholas handles workers comp matters
Nicholas Pothitakis was born June 4, 1966, in Fort Madison, Iowa. He attended the Univesity of Iowa from 1984 through 1988, obtaining a degree in Finance and a degree in Economics with Honors and with High Distinciton. Mr. Pothitakis enrolled in the fall of 1988 at one of the top law schools in the country, the University of Texas School of Law in Austin, Texas. He received his Doctor of…
The kind of cases Nicholas takes
Nicholas reviews new inquiries case-by-case for workers comp matters in Burlington and the surrounding Iowa area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Nicholas studied and practices
The University of Texas
J.D. · 1991
The University of Iowa
— · 1988
Jurisdictions
Nicholas's state bar admissions
Iowa, The Iowa State
ACTIVE
Nicholas studied at J.D. in The University of Texas and — in The University of Iowa.
Law school and academic background
Nicholas completed J.D. in The University of Texas and — in The University of Iowa. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Nicholas runs in Iowa is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Nicholas's legal honors and published work
Nicholas has received 4 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants (Davenport)
2023
Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Nations Top 100 Injured Workers' Attorneys- WILG 2014
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants (Davenport) (2023). Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — The Nations Top 100 Injured Workers' Attorneys- WILG 2014 (2026).
Locations
Nicholas "Niko" Pothitakis's office in Burlington
Nicholas's primary office is at 320 North Third Street, Suite 100, Burlington, Iowa, 52601-0337. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Pothitakis Law Firm PC
320 North Third Street, Suite 100
Burlington, Iowa 52601-0337
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How to hire Nicholas "Niko" Pothitakis — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new workers comp attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Nicholas usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Nicholas charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nicholas'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; Nicholas will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a workers comp attorney in Burlington, Iowa
A short list to run through before you commit: How many workers comp 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 Nicholas
Nicholas discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in workers comp practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every workers comp 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. Nicholas confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Nicholas's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many workers comp practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Nicholas "Niko" Pothitakis
How much does it cost to hire Nicholas for a workers comp case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Nicholas walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Nicholas offer a free consultation?
Nicholas charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nicholas's office. Some workers comp attorneys offer free consults — check Nicholas's current terms during booking.
How long do workers comp cases in Iowa typically take?
Simple workers comp 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. Nicholas gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Nicholas take my case if I'm outside Burlington?
Nicholas 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 — Nicholas 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 Nicholas?
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. Nicholas will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Nicholas accepting new workers comp clients right now?
Nicholas'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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