Tim Bottaro

Dedicated to Obtaining Justice for my Clients

10+ Years of Experience

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Attorney Tim Bottaro is a graduate of Creighton University (B.A. 1981) and the University of Iowa (J.D. 1983 With Distinction). He is admitted to practice law in the United States Appellate Court (8th Circuit) and United States Federal Court, as well as Iowa state courts. Tim handles primarily personal injury cases, such as car accidents, motorcycle accidents, semi accidents, bicycle accidents, pedestrian injury accidents, wrongful death claims, construction accidents, dram shop suits (vs. establishments who serve alcohol), slip and falls, and animal bites. He also handles insurance litigation and general litigation matters. With Tim, your consultation is always free!

Tim became a member of the Iowa Chapter of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) in 2017. In order to become a member, he had to be nominated by another member after first trying a certain number of cases before a jury. He will serve as President of the ABOTA Iowa Chapter in 2021. Tim serves on the Third Judicial District Nominating Commission, which is responsible for interviewing candidates to fill judicial vacancies. Nominees are then selected from the candidates based on merit, and their names are forwarded to the Governor. Tim is also a member of the Iowa State Bar Association and was the recipient of their 1st Annual Community Service Award. In addition, Tim serves on the board of a number of charitable, community, and political organizations.

Tim is a longtime Siouxland area resident and wholeheartedly supports all of our local music, acting, and other programs for the arts. He is a big believer in health and fitness and loves to debate everything to do with politics. He can often be found scheming ways to prank his partners and staff, who sometimes manage to get him back. All jokes aside, Tim’s hunger for justice is unmatched. He will strive to set things right for you!

Call Attorney Tim Bottaro today at 1-833-PAIN-SUX to help you with your personal injury claim.

Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Products Liability
Drugs & Medical Devices, Motor Vehicle Defects, Toxic Torts
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Fees
  • Free Consultation
    Free consultations!
  • Contingent Fees
Iowa
Supreme Court of Iowa
Since 1983
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Languages

  • English:
    Spoken, Written

Partner
Tigges, Bottaro, & Lessmann, LLP
2023 –

Current

Partner
Vriezelaar, Tigges, Edgington, Bottaro, Boden & Lessmann Law Firm
1995 –

2022

University of South Dakota School of Law
J.D. (1983) | Law
1981


1983

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Creighton University
B.A. (1981)
1977


1981

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Top-Rated Lawyer Award
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2024

The Best Lawyers in America for Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs
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Gold Client Champion Award
Martindale-Hubbell
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Super Lawyer
Great Plains Super Lawyers
2024
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AV Preeminent
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2024
Best Law Firms – Personal Injury Litigation-Plaintiffs (Metropolitan Tier 2)
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2024
Best Car Accident Lawyers in Sioux City
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Best Car Accident Lawyers in Sioux City
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AV Preeminent
Martindale-Hubbell
2023
Super Lawyer
Great Plains Super Lawyers
2023
An honor reserved for those lawyers who exhibit excellence in practice. Only 5% of attorneys in Great Plains receive this distinction.
Top-Listed City Awards (Total Lawyers in Sioux City: 5 lawyers)
Best Lawyers
2023
Best Law Firms – Personal Injury Litigation-Plaintiffs (Metropolitan Tier 2)
Best Lawyers
2023
Best Lawyers – Personal Injury Litigation-Plaintiffs (Metropolitan Tier 2 )
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2023
Best Personal Injury Lawyers In Sioux City
expertise.com
2023
Silver Client Champion Award
Martindale-Hubbell
2023
Silver: Has received at least 3 client reviews and maintains an average client rating of 4.0 or higher.
Best Car Accident Lawyers in Sioux City
expertise.com
2022
Best Personal Injury Lawyers In Sioux City
expertise.com
2022
Super Lawyer
Great Plains Super Lawyers
2022
An honor reserved for those lawyers who exhibit excellence in practice. Only 5% of attorneys in Great Plains receive this distinction.
AV Preeminent
Martindale-Hubbell
2022
AV Preeminent Peer Rated Attorneys are an elite group of attorneys who have been rated highly by their peers as having Very High Ethical Standards and an A grade (4.5 or higher)
Top-Listed City Awards (Total Lawyers in Sioux City: 4 lawyers)
Best Lawyers
2022
The “Top-Listed” designation is given to the firm that has the most recognized lawyers in a particular location and practice area.
Best Lawyers (Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs)
Best Lawyers
2022
Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs
Super Lawyer
Great Plains Super Lawyers
2021
An honor reserved for those lawyers who exhibit excellence in practice. Only 5% of attorneys in Great Plains receive this distinction.
Distinguished Attorney
Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Super Lawyer
Great Plains Super Lawyers
2020
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Super Lawyer
Great Plains Super Lawyers
2019
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Super Lawyer
Great Plains Super Lawyers
2018
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Super Lawyer
Great Plains Super Lawyers
2017
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Super Lawyer
Great Plains Super Lawyers
2016
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Super Lawyer
Great Plains Super Lawyers
2015
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Super Lawyer
Great Plains Super Lawyers
2014
An honor reserved for those lawyers who exhibit excellence in practice. Only 5% of attorneys in Great Plains receive this distinction.
Outstanding Member Award
Iowa Association for Justice
2013
Super Lawyer
Great Plains Super Lawyers
2013
An honor reserved for those lawyers who exhibit excellence in practice. Only 5% of attorneys in Great Plains receive this distinction.
Key Person Award
Iowa Association for Justice
2010
Community Service Award
Iowa State Bar Association
2000

Iowa Supreme Court Advisory Committee Concerning Certain Civil Justice Task Force Recommendations

Member
Current
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Supreme Court Advisory Committee on Iowa Rules of Civil Procedure

Member
Current
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Woodbury County Bar Association

Member
Current
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Iowa American Board of Trial Advocates

President
2021 –
Current
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Iowa Association for Justice

Member
2002 –
Current
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Iowa State Bar

Member
1983 –
Current
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Iowa Association for Justice

President
2017 –
2018
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Tigges, Bottaro & Lessmann, LLP
613 Pierce Street
Sioux City, IA 51101
US
Telephone: (712) 252-3226
Fax: (712) 252-4873
Monday: 8 AM – 4 PM
Tuesday: 8 AM – 4 PM
Wednesday: 8 AM – 4 PM (Today)
Thursday: 8 AM – 4 PM
Friday: 8 AM – 4 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed