Elissa Holman
Education Law
Education Law
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Elissa Holman is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Education Law, Labor and Employment Law - Management, Litigation - Labor and Employment, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants and Privacy and Data Security Law.Elissa, who practices law in Des Moines, Iowa, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Elissa is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.Elissa is a highly successful and knowledgeable professional with nearly two decades of experience in Employment Law, Contract Law, Litigation, and Human Resources. At Dickinson Bradshaw, Elissa's practice is focused primarily on Employment Law and Civil Litigation. Her unique background helps her leverage her extensive business, HR and legal knowledge for her clients by helping them get in front of issues, in a proactive manner, to avoid costly litigation and headaches in the future.Before joining the firm, Elissa spent three years as a litigator in Employment Law, Personal Injury, and Defamation Law. She has been named a "Rising Star of the Great Plains" for her work by Thomson Reuters each year since 2021.Prior to becoming an attorney, Elissa climbed the corporate ladder at Bank of America for 16 years where she held various roles as a Senior Vice President in the HR arena. Her predominant focus during her tenure was in leadership development, executive coaching, training and development, and assisting in the direction and execution of HR operational processes and services for more than 200,000 employees across the globe. She has also served as a consultant for Fortune 500 companies focusing on the customer and associate experience. Elissa Holman is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Education Law, Labor and Employment Law - Management, Litigation - Labor and Employment, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants and Privacy and Data Security Law.Elissa, who practices law in Des Moines, Iowa, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Elissa is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.Elissa is a highly successful and knowledgeable professional with nearly two decades of experience in Employment Law, Contract Law, Litigation, and Human Resources. At Dickinson Bradshaw, Elissa's practice is focused primarily on Employment Law and Civil Litigation. Her unique background helps her leverage her extensive business, HR and legal knowledge for her clients by helping them get in front of issues, in a proactive manner, to avoid costly litigation and headaches in the future.Before joining the firm, Elissa spent three years as a litigator in Employment Law, Personal Injury, and Defamation Law. She has been named a "Rising Star of the Great Plains" for her work by Thomson Reuters each year since 2021.Prior to becoming an attorney, Elissa climbed the corporate ladder at Bank of America for 16 years where she held various roles as a Senior Vice President in the HR arena. Her predominant focus during her tenure was in leadership development, executive coaching, training and development, and assisting in the direction and execution of HR operational processes and services for more than 200,000 employees across the globe. She has also served as a consultant for Fortune 500 companies focusing on the customer and associate experience. Elissa Holman is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Education Law, Labor and Employment Law - Management, Litigation - Labor and Employment, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants and Privacy and Data Security Law. Elissa, who practices law in Des Moines, Iowa, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Elissa is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Elissa is a highly successful and knowledgeable professional with nearly two decades of experience in Employment Law, Contract Law, Litigation, and Human Resources. At Dickinson Bradshaw, Elissa's practice is focused primarily on Employment Law and Civil Litigation. Her unique background helps her leverage her extensive business, HR and legal knowledge for her clients by helping them get in front of issues, in a proactive manner, to avoid costly litigation and headaches in the future. Before joining the firm, Elissa spent three years as a litigator in Employment Law, Personal Injury, and Defamation Law. She has been named a "Rising Star of the Great Plains" for her work by Thomson Reuters each year since 2021. Prior to becoming an attorney, Elissa climbed the corporate ladder at Bank of America for 16 years where she held various roles as a Senior Vice President in the HR arena. Her predominant focus during her tenure was in leadership development, executive coaching, training and development, and assisting in the direction and execution of HR operational processes and services for more than 200,000 employees across the globe. She has also served as a consultant for Fortune 500 companies focusing on the customer and associate experience.
Recognized in Ones to Watch since 2026
Shirley Carter
When I faced a wrongful termination and hostile work environment situation, I was overwhelmed. Elissa Holman of Dickinson, Bradshaw, Fowler & Hagen was recommended to me, and I am profoundly grateful. Her dual recognition in Labor and Employment Law - Management and Litigation gave me immediate confidence; she understands both sides of the table. Elissa was not just my attorney, she was a strategic partner. She meticulously dissected my case, explaining the nuances of Iowa employment law with clarity, never resorting to jargon. Her background in education law even provided unique insight into the specific dynamics of my former workplace. The result was a favorable settlement that exceeded my expectations, achieved without the stress of a protracted court battle. Elissa’s professionalism, her calm demeanor under pressure, and her genuine care for my well-being throughout the process were exceptional. She is precisely the kind of sharp, dedicated advocate you want in your corner.