Kelli J. Orton

As an member attorney at BrownWinick, I’m actively involved in real estate transactions, with a focus on development, acquisition and financing of commercial real estate projects. I frequently work on renewable energy projects, assisting in drafting and negotiating site control documents, permitting and securing title insurance. As your attorney, I provide expertise and practical advice to help you achieve your personal and business objectives.

My Approach

In any real estate transaction, I provide expertise and practical advice. My goal is to listen to clients’ specific objectives and create solutions that achieve those objectives. I provide a tailored approach to each client and strive to make the whole process seamless and easy.

More About Me

I graduated from Drake University in 2013 with a B.A. in Law, Politics and Society with a concentration in Business Law. In 2017, I received my J.D. with highest honors from Drake University Law School and am a member of the Order of the Coif. During law school, I was a member of the Drake Law Review, serving as Research Editor from 2016-2017. Additionally, I was a teaching assistant for the legal research and writing program at Drake Law School from 2015-2017.

I was admitted to the Iowa bar in September 2017 and am a member of the Polk County Bar Association, the Iowa State Bar Association, the Polk County Women Attorneys, and Commercial Real Estate Women of Iowa. Additionally, I was selected for inclusion in Best Lawyers® - Ones to Watch in the areas of Real Estate Law and Trusts and Estates Law. 

My Specialties

• Business and Corporate Law
• Business Transactions
• Leasing and Property Management
• Land Use, Planning & Zoning
• Real Estate Development
• Real Estate Acquisitions and Dispositions
• Real Estate and Construction Disputes
• Real Estate Finance
• Real Estate Investment