Attorneys

CORY F. GOURLEY

Managing Partner/Attorney

In the last 6 years alone, Mr. Gourley has obtained verdicts from Iowa juries totaling over 132 million dollars, and those are just the cases that went to trial. Including settlements, he has recovered tens of millions more for Iowans and other injured clients. Mr. Gourley obtained what appears to be the biggest verdict in the history of Iowa for one family in February of 2017. He also has won many of the highest verdicts in the state for parents of children who were injured or killed due to the negligence or wrongdoing of others. There are simply not other trial attorneys in Iowa that can claim the same results in Iowa, particularly in the last decade.

Mr. Gourley is a founding and managing member of GRL Law and manages the firm’s wrongful death and traumatic injury division. He was selected as a rising star by Super Lawyers in 2013, 2014, and 2015, which is an award limited to 2.5 percent of the lawyers in his practice area in the state. He was selected as a Super Lawyers in 2016 and 2017. He was also selected as one of the state’s 40 best trial attorneys under the age of 40 in 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, and 2016. Mr. Gourley is an active member in the Iowa Association for Justice, the largest association for trial lawyers in the state, where he serves on the Board of Governors which is the governing body of the association. In 2017, he was nominated and selected as a fellow in the Iowa Academy of Trial Lawyers which is widely regarded as the preeminent association of the best trial attorneys in the state.

Previously, Mr. Gourley graduated with honors from the University of Kansas School of Business. He went on to obtain his Juris Doctorate from Drake University. He is currently admitted to practice in all Courts in the State of Iowa, both the Southern and Northern Districts of the United States District Court, and the Eight Circuit for the United States Court of Appeals. He also litigates cases in other jurisdictions throughout the Midwest.

Outside of the office, Mr. Gourley is an active member of the central Iowa community. He participates in various charitable organizations. He is on the board of directors of the Family Crisis Center which is the largest victim services nonprofit in the state. In 2018, he was nominated as the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Man of the Year which was awarded in May of 2018. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his wife, two sons, parents, in-laws, and other family and friends. He also enjoys traveling, golf, skiing, a beer with his buddies and a glass of wine with his wife.

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CORY’S PROFESSIONAL PROFILE


PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS

Iowa Association for Justice
– On the Board of Govenors
Iowa Academy of Trial Attorneys
Iowa Bar Association
Iowa Bar Association Litigation Section
Polk County Bar Association
American Association for Justice
Family Crisis Center
– On Board of Directors


EDUCATION

Drake University Law School, Des Moines, Iowa, 2002 J. D.
University of Kansas, Lawrence, Kansas 1999 B.S.
– Honors: With Honors
– Major: Business


BAR ADMISSIONS

Iowa, 2002
United States District Court Northern District of Iowa, 2002
Uinted States District Court Southern District of Iowa, 2002
Uunited States Court of Appeals, Eight Circuit, 2011


What Clients Are Saying About Cory

“One of the best attorneys in Iowa”

“I have been working with Mr. Gourley for the past 10 years on everything from starting a business to defending both my business and personal interests. Although I don’t think anybody “likes” to have to call an attorney, when I contact Cory, I know he will take care of what needs taken care of. It’s reassuring to know that my attorney isn’t intimidated by a threatening letter from the other side…even if I am. I have sent friends and family to Cory for representation for several divorces, personal injury accidents and large business law matters. I haven’t ever heard a negative report from anyone I refer on…which is why I continue to send folks his way. If you ever find yourself in a position where you need legal representation, I highly suggest that you contact Cory Gourley. If he can’t help you, he will know who can and will get you pointed in the right direction…I speak from experience.”

“Restored My Faith in Lawyers”

“My attorney here in Texas referred me to Cory Gourley to represent me for an accident occurring several years ago while I was working in Iowa. From the beginning, I found him to be professional, personable, and punctual. He does what he says he will do when he says he will do it, always in a professional manner. After 45 years of dealing with both plaintiff and defense attorneys as a casualty insurance adjuster, I had become somewhat disenchanted with the whole legal process prior to Mr. Gourley completely restoring my faith in the system. I had the opportunity to meet him when my wife and I had to travel to Iowa for depositions and my fact-to-face meeting only increased my admiration for him. Great guy! Super lawyer!”

“Good Lawyer, Responsible, and Hard Working!”

“Cory was my lawyer a few years back, now I might be needing him again and if I do I will go for it!… He handled my custody battle and he was always very forward, He will not let the clients emotion (or lack of control of) get the best of the case, he knows what he is doing, and he helps the client understand that “is not about what you want is about what the law says” , I am a female, 2 kids, and will hired him any time! Custody cases can be very emotional, but Cory keeps it together even when dealing with bullies or dramatic situations (clients or not clients!)….I found it very funny how someone will accuse him of being a “bully” or “sweet talking them” …we are all adults here right? …this guy is awesome go for it!”

“Cory Gourley, integrity, patience and professionalism, only way to discribe this lawyer”

“My case was a tough, post-divorce custody modification. Hard as it gets and Cory knocked it out of the park. His advice was dead on. I had many concerns along the way in a two year long court process. When things didn’t go like we expected or wanted, he always had a plan B, even a plan C. He is worth every penny I spent. I heard from him when he knew I needed to instead of wasting our time and money discussing unnecessary matters. He did everything in his power to minimize my costs and still have a strong case. I would recommend him to a man or a woman for representation. I know from experience his concern is his client and the best interests of the children involved. When I felt things were not moving fast enough and I was frustrated or I wanted to go for the jugular, he always took the time to explain the process and calm me down sometimes more than once. He always left the actions we took in court up to me, never pushed me to do it his way. He laid out options based on his knowledge and experience and let me make the final choice. His law firm and his secretary Melissa worked hard to win my case, I am forever grateful. He made an impression on everyone that I introduced him to. Divorce and custody modification is emotionally tough and expensive. If you want the best, you need to call Gourley, Rehkemper and Lindhom, Ask for Cory or Melissa”

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CORY’S SPECIALTIES

Wrongful Death/Traumatic Injury . Alcohol Related . Bar Responsibility . Drunk Drivers . Social Host . Claims and Compensations . Family Member Claims . Insurance . Lawsuits . Loss of Use/Disability . Lost Wages . Pain and Suffering . Dog Bites and Animals . Dog Bites . Livestock Liability . Other Animal Claims . Injuries on Property . Construction Sites . Dangerous and Defective Conditions . Property Owner Responsibility . Swimming Pools . Injuries to Children . Children’s Claims . Medical and Special Considerations . Parent’s Claim . Medical Bills/Treatment . Motor Vehicle Accidents . Boating Accidents . Car Accidents . Distracted Driving . Motorcycle Accidents . Passenger Injuries . Recreational Vehicles . Truck and Semi Accidents . Pedestrian Accidents . Traumatic Injuries . Amputations . Burns and Disfigurement . Fractures and Dislocations . Spinal Cord/Paralysis . Traumatic Brain Injuries . Wrongful Death . Compensation for Estate . Compensation for Surving Family