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Practice Areas Project Development Renewable Energy Gaming Utilities Public and Commercial Finance Government Relations Experience Andy works with business and governmental entities on a wide range of project development and project finance issues. He has substantial experience representing renewable energy, gaming, utility and bank clients. Most of his work involves assisting his clients in the development and expansion of their businesses and many of his clients are recognized nationally and internationally in their sectors. Background Prior to joining the firm in 2002, Andy was an assistant attorney general with the Iowa Department of Justice. During his nine years of government service he represented numerous state agencies including the Iowa Department of Economic Development, the Iowa Lottery and the Vision Iowa Board - one of Iowa’s public infrastructure financing programs. Representative Work Experience Representation of VeraSun Energy Corporation in connection with its development of ethanol and biodiesel sites Representation of several utility companies in connection with their site selection and facility development Representation of various gaming companies in connection with Iowa matters Negotiated the financing arrangements and drafted the contracts for several large Vision Iowa public finance projects, including: Vision Iowa’s investment of $40 million in the America’s River Project, located in Dubuque, Iowa, which consists of several components, including the Mississippi River National Education and Conference Center and the Mississippi River Discovery Center and Aquarium. The total project is valued at over $108,000,000. Vision Iowa’s investment of $21 million in the River’s Edge Convention Complex, located in Sioux City, Iowa, which is valued at over $70,000,000. Vision Iowa’s investment of $70 million in the Capital City Vision Project, located in Des Moines, Iowa, which consists of an arena, science center, learning center, downtown central library, hall of pride and headquarters of the World Food Prize. The total project is valued at over $338,000,000. Represented the Treasurer of the State of Iowa as issuer’s counsel for the issuance of the Vision Iowa Special Fund Bonds Series 2001 ($196,375,000) Represented the liquidation board in the wind-up of the affairs of the Iowa Seed Capital Corporation, a state funded venture capital corporation Represented the Iowa Superintendent of Banking in the closing of the Hartford-Carlisle Bank Represented Iowa’s banking, credit union and savings & loan regulators in federal court in the defense of Iowa electronic funds transfer system Board Memberships Vision Iowa Board - Andy serves as the Chairman of the State of Iowa’s Vision Iowa Board. The Board operates Iowa’s preeminent public infrastructure financing program which finances the construction of recreational, cultural, educational and entertainment facilities that enhance the quality of life in Iowa. The Board has made total investments of over $300 million in 280 projects which has been leveraged into a total direct investment of over $1.5 billion in Iowa. Science Center of Iowa - Andy is a director of the Science Center of Iowa, a nonprofit corporation seeking to inspire scientific exploration through interactive education, exhibits and programs. The Science Center of Iowa recently constructed a new $60 million facility. Andy currently serves as Secretary/Treasurer. Awards Andy was selected by the Des Moines Business Record as one of its "Forty Under 40" young business leaders in 2003. He was recognized by the Iowa Bar Association and the Polk County Bar Association at their 2004 annual meetings for the firm’s pro bono work on behalf of low-income home owners. Education B.A., Luther College (1987) M.A., Australian National University (1991) J.D., University of Iowa (1992) Clerkship Information Iowa State Court, 5th Judicial District, 1993-1994 Professional and Trade Associations National Association of Bond Lawyers Iowa Bar Association Arizona Bar Association Admitted to Practice (State) Arizona Iowa Minnesota Admitted to Practice (Federal) U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Iowa U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa | 