Carolyn (“Dazi”) Russell Wallace was born and raised in Iowa City. She attended Duke University for her undergraduate studies and returned to Iowa City for law school. Carolyn began practicing at the firm in 2013 and became a partner in 2022.
Carolyn has broad experience in both the transactional and litigation realms. Her current practice focuses on representing hospitals and medical professionals in civil lawsuits, administrative proceedings, and contractual matters. Carolyn particularly enjoys legal research and writing, and she routinely assists clients with appellate matters.
Carolyn lives in Iowa City with her husband and son. She is actively involved in the community, having served on multiple local boards. In her free time, she likes to spend time with her family, read fiction, and visit museums.
Practice Areas:
Health Care Law
Medical Malpractice Defense
Trial Law
Contract Law
Date and Place of Admission to State Bar and Federal Courts:
2013, Iowa
2022, U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Iowa
Education:
Duke University, B.A., English, 2010 (with High Distinction)
University of Iowa College of Law, J.D., 2013 (with High Distinction)
Memberships in Bar and Professional Associations:
Johnson County Bar Association
Iowa State Bar Association
American Bar Association
Memberships in Community Associations:
Iowa City Area Business Partnership
Executive Committee (2022 – present)
Board Member (2020 – present)
Riverside Theatre
Vice-Chair (2017 – 2019)
Chair of Governance Committee (2016 – 2020)
Co-Chair of Strategic Planning Committee (2019 – 2020)
Board Member (2014 – 2020)
Iowa City Area Chamber of Commerce Community Leadership Program
