Ms. Huntzinger’s primary focus is litigation, representing both municipal and private sector clients in employment, insurance defense, and other complex disputes. In addition to her litigation work, she routinely advises public entities on human resources matters, contract negotiations, code enforcement, ordinance drafting and review, and a range of legal issues arising in the day to day operations of Iowa municipalities. Her practice also includes conducting workplace and internal investigations.
Education
- University of Iowa (J.D., 2024)
- Boyd Service Award, Highest Distinction
- American Board of Trial Advocates Award (Iowa Chapter)
- Cornell College (B.A. 2021) with Honors
Professional Affiliations
Active or formerly active in the following organizations:
- American Bar Association
- Iowa State Bar Association
- Linn County Bar Association
- Attorney Health and Wellness League
- Historical Society for the Northern District of Iowa
Court Admissions
- State of Iowa
- Northern District of Iowa
- Southern District of Iowa
- Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals
Additional Biographical Information
- Cornell College Mock Trial, Assistant Coach
Cases and Experience
- Reed v. West Liberty Fire Department, et. al. (S.D. Iowa 2025) (successful motion to dismiss complaint on behalf of city defendants regarding allegations of wrongful termination and violations of constitutional rights).
- Pledge v. Roland (N.D. Iowa 2025) (successful motion to dismiss complaint on behalf of City of Hiawatha, Iowa, police officer regarding allegation of excessive force).
- Shorts’s Burger & Shine, LLC and Perez v. MidwestOne Bank, City of Iowa City, Iowa, et. al. (S.D. Iowa 2025) (successful motion to dismiss complaint on behalf of city defendants regarding alleged violations of constitutional and civil rights).
