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Cynthia P. Letsch

Elder law Attorney at Grimes, IA

5.0   23 reviews
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  • State Years
    Missouri - MO 3 years
    Nebraska - NE 18 years
    Iowa - IA 28 years
  • Licensed for 3 years
    State MO
    Acquired 2020
    Status
    Good Standing, Active No misconduct found
  • Licensed for 18 years
    State NE
    Acquired 2004
    Status
    Active No misconduct found
  • Licensed for 28 years
    State IA
    Acquired 1995
    Status
    Active No misconduct found

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

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About Cynthia

Learn Cynthia’s areas of practice.

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Practice areas
  1. Elder law
    38%
    Medicaid for elderly people needing nursing home care; 0Veteran's Aid and Attendance Benefits NOTE: total cases is an estimate.

    10 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.

    28 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.

    28 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.

    28 years, 80 cases

  5. Probate
    8%
    Probate occurs when someone has died owning property in Iowa. NOTE: total cases is an estimate.

    28 years, 50 cases

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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Letsch Law Firm
112 NE Ewing St Ste D
Grimes, IA, 50111-2181
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Posted by Deja | November 30, 2021
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Medicaid help
Cynthia was very kind, helpful, and supportive. I needed help sending a legal document for Medicaid purposes and she quickly helped me and made me feel at ease. I appreciate her help.
Posted by anonymous | February 2, 2021
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Young
I appreciate that she advised us regarding my husband's issues resulting from a traumatic brain injury.
Posted by Joseph Bennett | February 1, 2021
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Letsch Law Firm
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.
Posted by Julie | January 23, 2021
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An attorney who really cares
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.
Posted by Deborah | January 21, 2021
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Guardianship
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 !
Posted by KING ARTHUR | January 19, 2021
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Final estate planning and will.
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.
Posted by Greg | January 19, 2021
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Professional, knowledgable and compassionate
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.
Posted by Diane | January 18, 2021
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Assistance with probate
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.
Posted by anonymous | January 18, 2021
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Great to work with!!!
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. 
Posted by Brenda | January 18, 2021
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Cynthia Letsch knows Elder Law and VA Benefits
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.
Posted by anonymous | January 18, 2021
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Patient POA
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.
Posted by Kathy | January 18, 2021
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Excellent service
As a single person I had questions on POA, will, etc. Cynthia was excellent walking me thru the various options.
Posted by Curt | January 18, 2021
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I should of called her sooner
During the free consultation, Cynthia took my financial information and clearly explained and diagramed the steps needed to get my nursing home resident spouse on Medicaid. Then just as she outlined, her and her staff got the process completed for me.
Posted by Jeff | January 17, 2021
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Excellent Attorney!
Cynthia is committed to serving her clients and keeps their needs as her top priority. She will do a great job for you!
Posted by Deb | January 15, 2021
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Medicaid application
Cynthia was always ready to answer any questions or concerns I had in regards to my case. I was very confident in the way Cynthia and her team handled my case and the outcome. I would not hesitate to contact the law firm again if warranted.
Posted by Carol | January 15, 2021
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Cynthia and Austin walked me through the WHOLE Medicaid process when I had to admit my husband to a nursing facility. Their financial outline worked perfectly and when Austin needed something e-mailed and I had to send multiple pages because I'm technologically challenged, he was ALWAYS kind and understanding. If the opportunity would ever arise that someone I know needs an attorney for elder law I would not hesitate to recommend THE LETSCH LAW FIRM.
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Posted by Chandler Faldet | January 15, 2021
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Great long-standing Experience
I have worked with Cynthia and her team for estate planning and for my business. Unlike some other lawyers, they show that they care! I mean, when was the last time you heard someone say they receive a hug from their attorney each time they leave their office!? They know their stuff too when it comes to estate planning. My will with beneficiary trust for my wife and I is well written and very clear on how it will work for our young family. Thanks Letsch Law Firm!
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Posted by Brent | January 13, 2021
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Great Help in Assisting Me with my Uncle's needs!
When called upon to use my Power of Attorney for my elderly Uncle I had a consultation with Cynthia & Austin. I hired her firm to assist me knowing that at some point we would have to apply for Medicaid. Unfortunately, my Uncle passed from COVID just prior to filing for Medicaid. However, there were many emails & phone calls prior with questions I had as to how to best manage his finances & real estate. I can't express enough how grateful I am for the assistance they provided me to make the best possible decisions for my Uncle's benefit! They are Fantastic people to work with!
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Posted by Jon | January 13, 2021
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Caring.
No word can better describe Cynthia's approach to her practice. It's obvious she really cares about her staff and clients. She is a trustworthy ally.
Posted by Aaron | January 12, 2021
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The best
Above and beyond service. Cynthia is a true teacher making abstract legal ideas easy to digest. I highly recommend her and her firm.
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Cash, Check, Credit Card

Resume

AVVO RATING 7.4 (Very Good)

Work Experience

  • Managing Attorney
  • Letsch Law Firm, P.C.
  • 2013 - Present
  • Adjunct Professor
  • Multiple Universities
  • 2005 - 2013
  • Human Resource Director/Corporate Counsel
  • On With Life, Inc.
  • 2000 - 2005

Education

  • Drake University
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 1995
  • Southern Methodist University
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • 1992

Legal Cases

  • When Grandpa Does Not Put the Plan in Writing
  • Grandson has to purchase the farm land that was intended as his inheritance.

Associations

  • American Legion Auxiliary Grimes Post 577
  • President
  • 2021 - Present
  • Missouri Bar
  • member
  • 2020 - Present
  • American Business Women's Association
  • Member
  • 2019 - Present
  • American Business Women's Association
  • Member
  • 2018 - Present
  • Nebraska Bar Associaton
  • Member
  • 2000 - Present
  • Iowa State Bar Association, Probate, Property and Trust Law Section, Elder Law Section
  • Member
  • 1995 - Present
  • City of Grimes Board of Adjustments
  • Past Chair
  • 2017 - 2020
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Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Ambassador of the Year 2019
  • Grimes Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development
  • 2019
  • Ambassador of the Year 2015
  • Grimes Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development
  • 2015

Publications

Speaking Engagements

  • Illahee Hills
  • Substitute Decision Making
  • 2021
  • Health Care Power of Attorney vs. Limited Guardianship for Mental Health Decisions
  • Health Care Power of Attorney vs. Limited Guardianship for Mental Health Decisions
  • 2021
  • Iowa Medicaid and Medicare Planning CE
  • Medicaid and Medicare
  • 2020
  • Community Educators CE
  • Probate Deep Dive
  • 2020
  • Seniors on the Move
  • Health Care Power of Attorney
  • 2019
  • Midwest LGBTQ Older Adults Conference
  • Estate Planning and Asset Protection: How and Why it Matters Whether You are Married or Single
  • 2019
  • LTCSI Fall Conference
  • Develop your Medicaid Competency Skills
  • 2019
  • Importance of the Healthcare Power of Attorney
  • Health Care Power of Attorney
  • 2019
  • NBI Medicaid CLE
  • Medicaid Asset Planning
  • 2018
  • Get Your Elder Law & Healthcare Paperwork Ducks in a Row
  • Elder Law & Estate Planning
  • 2018
  • Alzheimer's Association Brainworks Conference
  • Medicaid for the Single and Married Applicant
  • 2018
  • Importance of Estate Planning
  • Estate Planning
  • 2015
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Laura Luetje
General practice Attorney | Jan 15
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Kristen Hall
Elder law Attorney | Jan 15
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."
Grimes Elder law Lawyer Cynthia P. Letsch
Cynthia P. Letsch
Elder law Attorney
Grimes, IA
Licensed for 28 years
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