Chad has practiced exclusively in domestic relations and family law since joining Bray & Klockau in 1996.  Chad has a trial and appellate practice, and also provides mediation and other alternative dispute resolution services as a substantial part of his practice.  Chad received his J.D. with high distinction from the University of Iowa College of Law in 1996.  He received his B.A. from Coe College in 1993.  Chad is listed in The Best Lawyers in America for his work in the area of family law, an honor conferred by his peers in the profession.

Chad’s practice focuses on effective problem solving through litigation, settlement negotiation, mediation, collaborative law, arbitration, and other forms of alternative dispute resolution.  Chad earned a certificate in divorce and family law mediation from Northwestern University in 2005.  He is a roster mediator for the Sixth Judicial District Family Mediation Program and offers traditional, caucus-style, and settlement directive forms of mediation.

Chad is an active member of the American Bar Association, Iowa State Bar Association, and Johnson County Bar Association.  Chad is a member of the Section Council and currently serves as Chair of the Iowa State Bar Association Family & Juvenile Law Section.  Chad is a frequent speaker on a variety of family law topics around the state.  Chad is currently developing teaching materials on child support, public records, and mediation topics.