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  • Grimes, IA
  • Licensed for 26 years
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About Cynthia

We solve problems without making you feel incompetent and have the experience to see how different areas of the law overlap so that we can catch more problems before they develop. The common issue is that you do not know what you do not know. We provide the education. 515-493-3949

We are a non-traditional law firm dedicated to providing legal guidance with compassion and understanding.  Many of our clients are vulnerable, in nursing homes, elderly, special needs, or grieving a loss.  We handle these clients very gently, and have worked with the government systems enough to know what to expect and how to prepare our clients. 

However, we also engage in estate planning for the average folk. Contrary to popular belief, you do not need to be rich in order to need estate planning.  Estate planning is a fancy term for protecting your heirs from having to go through the probate process. Anyone who owns real estate needs this, whether it is paid for or not. 

Our first Values Statement is People are more important than money.  Do we have to charge for legal work? Yes, I have to pay salaries and keep the lights on.  Are our fees reasonable? I claim they are.  Additionally, if you are a married Medicaid client with limited resources, we offer a sliding fee scale. 

Our clients hug us.  We like that.  Did I mention we are a non-traditional law firm? 

Visit our web site, facebook page, or drop in to spend lunch with us, if you would like to get to know us a bit better.  Our conference room is in the kitchen. 

Cynthia 

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Practice areas

OtherGuardianshipTrustsEstate planningElder law
  1. Elder law: 38%

    Medicaid for elderly people needing nursing home care; 0Veteran's Aid and Attendance Benefits NOTE: total cases is an estimate.

    8 years, 110 cases

  2. Estate planning: 33%

    This area of practice encompases Wills and Trusts as we examine which estate vehicle or combination of vehicles will help you meet your goals both now and after you have died.

    26 years, 75 cases

  3. Trusts: 12%

    Trust work is actually a subset of Estate Planning. A percentage of my trust work is highly specialized irrevocable and special needs trust.

    26 years, 56 cases

  4. Guardianship: 9%

    Assistance obtaining and maintaining a guardianship and conservatorship. If you are a guardian or conservator and need assistance with annual reports, we are here to educate and assist. NOTE: total cases is an estimate.

    26 years, 80 cases

  1. Probate: 8%

    Probate occurs when someone has died owning property in Iowa. NOTE: total cases is an estimate.

    26 years, 50 cases

Languages spoken

English

Client's Choice 2021
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Letsch Law Firm

112 NE Ewing St Ste D
Grimes, IA, 50111-2181

Website
http://www.letschlawfirm.com 

      Resume

      License
      StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
      MOGood Standing, Active202008/11/2021
      NEActive200402/03/2021
      IAActive199509/12/2021
      We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
      Avvo Contributions
      Legal answers256
      Legal guides20
      Awards
      Award nameGrantorDate granted
      Ambassador of the Year 2019Grimes Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development2019
      Ambassador of the Year 2015Grimes Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development2015
      Work Experience
      TitleCompany nameDuration
      Managing AttorneyLetsch Law Firm, P.C.2013 - Present
      Adjunct ProfessorMultiple Universities2005 - 2013
      Human Resource Director/Corporate CounselOn With Life, Inc.2000 - 2005
      Associations
      Association namePosition nameDuration
      American Legion Auxiliary Grimes Post 577President2021 - Present
      Missouri Barmember2020 - Present
      American Business Women's AssociationMember2019 - Present
      American Business Women's AssociationMember2018 - Present
      Nebraska Bar AssociatonMember2000 - Present
      Iowa State Bar Association, Probate, Property and Trust Law Section, Elder Law SectionMember1995 - Present
      City of Grimes Board of AdjustmentsPast Chair2017 - 2020
      Publications
      Publication nameTitleDate
      Iowa Living Magazine - Grimes - Pg 215 Ways to Protect Your Credit Card2020
      Education
      School nameDegreeGraduated
      Drake UniversityJ.D.1995
      Southern Methodist UniversityB.A.1992
      Speaking Engagements
      Conference nameTitleDate
      Health Care Power of Attorney vs. Limited Guardianship for Mental Health DecisionsHealth Care Power of Attorney vs. Limited Guardianship for Mental Health Decisions2021
      Health Care Power of Attorney vs. Limited Guardianship for Mental Health Decisions; Jan. 14 @3:00 PM Central Time.Health Care Power of Attorney vs. Limited Guardianship for Mental Health Decisions2021
      Illahee HillsSubstitute Decision Making2021
      Community Educators CEProbate Deep Dive2020
      Iowa Medicaid and Medicare Planning CEMedicaid and Medicare2020
      LTCSI Fall ConferenceDevelop your Medicaid Competency Skills2019
      Midwest LGBTQ Older Adults ConferenceEstate Planning and Asset Protection: How and Why it Matters Whether You are Married or Single2019
      Seniors on the MoveHealth Care Power of Attorney2019
      Importance of the Healthcare Power of AttorneyHealth Care Power of Attorney2019
      Alzheimer's Association Brainworks ConferenceMedicaid for the Single and Married Applicant2018
      NBI Medicaid CLEMedicaid Asset Planning2018
      Get Your Elder Law & Healthcare Paperwork Ducks in a RowElder Law & Estate Planning2018
      Importance of Estate PlanningEstate Planning2015
      Legal cases
      Case nameOutcome
      When Grandpa Does Not Put the Plan in WritingGrandson has to purchase the farm land that was intended as his inheritance.

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      I appreciate that she advised us regarding my husband's issues resulting from a traumatic brain injury.
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      Letsch Law Firm

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      I have worked with Cynthia Letsch and her staff @ Letsch Law Firm for years and they are the best at handling sad and sensitive situations and they deal with it with absolute Grace! They are efficient and empathetic and I would recommend them again and again.
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      An attorney who really cares

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      Cynthia was very informative and easy to work with. She and her team responded immediately when I had a question. I'm very pleased with her work and have recommended her to my family and friend.
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      Guardianship

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      Very grateful to Cynthia for helping us get a guardianship set up for my elderly mother . It was a time sensitive issue and she was great in helping us get this done . Highly recommend Cynthia Letsch !
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      Final estate planning and will.

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      She was very through , very knowledgeable , the cost was in the ball park like other lawyers doing estate planning. I was very happy with the final product.
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      Professional, knowledgable and compassionate

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      Cynthia Letsch is a fantastic attorney who takes the time to make sure you know your options, makes recommendations on YOUR needs, and guides you to your best outcome.
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      Assistance with probate

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      As the executor of a will, I was not familiar with probate. Cnythia met with me and explained the process, reviewed all of the documentation I provided and filed the appropriate paperwork with the court. She also filed the necessary forms with the IRS. I have every confidence in her ability to bring this all to a close.
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      Great to work with!!!

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      Cynthia has always been great to work with. She truly cares about helping others which is really important when seeking legal advice. Cynthia has done a lot to get back to the community! She sits on the Board of Adjustments and helps with multiple fundraisers. 
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      Cynthia Letsch knows Elder Law and VA Benefits

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      We loved working with Cynthia. Her knowledge made all the difference in helping us to navigate unfamiliar territory when I was caring for my aging parents.
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      Patient POA

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      Cynthia is best lawyer I have ever worked with. Se has helped me out tremendously. With the law firm setting up all the paperwork and POA. Has helped us through many hurdles.
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      Laura Luetje, General practice Attorney on Jan 15, 2021
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      Kristen Hall, Elder law Attorney on Jan 15, 2021
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      I strongly endorse Cynthia. I have worked with her on several elder law matters and she and her staff are fantastic. They are compassionate, knowledgeable and solution focused. Families looking at guardianship, conservatorship or other elder law matters face a number of challenges as they work to care for a loved one and having an attorney who understands the complexities of the family issues as well as the legal issues is essential. Cynthia and her staff will take good care of you.

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