Ricardo Barquero is a transactional attorney
in our Business, Finance and Real Estate practice. A native of
Costa Rica, Ricardo practiced law there for 14 years before moving
his family to the United States and attending the University of
Iowa College of Law. Learn more about this motorcycle riding,
multi-instrumentalist musician who holds law degrees from three
countries.
Q: Why did you decide to practice law?
RB: I've always been drawn to the challenge of working
through complex problems; studying an issue from the ground up,
understanding its structure, and finding the best path forward. Law
offers that discipline. It's a field where research, logic, and
strategy intersect, and where precision matters. My instinct is to
start with the fundamentals, immerse myself in the problem, and
then build a solution that not only holds up legally but also makes
sense from a practical, client-oriented perspective. That last part
is essential because a good answer on paper
