Cynthia P. Letsch
About Cynthia
Biography
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
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
13 years | 110 cases
31 years | 75 cases
11 years | 25 cases
31 years | 80 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Missouri for 5 years
State: Missouri
Acquired: 2020
No misconduct found
Licensed in Nebraska for 21 years
State: Nebraska
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Licensed in Iowa for 30 years
State: Iowa
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Location
Letsch Law Firm
112 NE Ewing St Ste D, Grimes, IA, 50111-2181
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Cynthia P. Letsch's Reviews
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23 Client Reviews
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Posted by Diane | January 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Probate
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 brin...
Posted by KING ARTHUR | January 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
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
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 Curt | January 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Medicaid & Medicare
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 Kathy | January 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Power Of Attorney
Excellent service
As a single person I had questions on POA, will, etc. Cynthia was excellent walking me thru the various options.
Cynthia P. Letsch's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"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."
Experience
Honors
2019
Ambassador of the Year 2019, Grimes Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development
2015
Ambassador of the Year 2015, Grimes Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Managing Attorney, Letsch Law Firm, P.C.
2005 - 2013
Adjunct Professor, Multiple Universities
2000 - 2005
Human Resource Director/Corporate Counsel, On With Life, Inc.
Associations
2021 - Present
American Legion Auxiliary Grimes Post 577President
2020 - Present
Missouri Barmember
2019 - Present
American Business Women's AssociationMember
2018 - Present
American Business Women's AssociationMember
2000 - Present
Nebraska Bar AssociatonMember
1995 - Present
Iowa State Bar Association, Probate, Property and Trust Law Section, Elder Law SectionMember
2017 - 2020
City of Grimes Board of AdjustmentsPast Chair
Sample of Legal Cases
Grandson has to purchase the farm land that was intended as his inheritance.
Education
1995
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2025
Changing Landscape at Iowa HHS
2025
Substitute Decision Making
2024
Advanced Estate Planning and Protecting Assets
2021
Substitute Decision Making
2021
2021
Health Care Power of Attorney vs. Limited Guardianship for Mental Health Decisions
2020
Medicaid and Medicare
2020
Probate Deep Dive
2019
Health Care Power of Attorney
2019
Estate Planning and Asset Protection: How and Why it Matters Whether You are Married or Single
2019
Develop your Medicaid Competency Skills
2019
Health Care Power of Attorney
2018
Medicaid Asset Planning
2018
Elder Law & Estate Planning
2018
Medicaid for the Single and Married Applicant
2015
Estate Planning
Publications
2020
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
What if my spouses will is way out of date & conflicts with our 25 year old prenup in Oregon?
15 Aug 2025
My sister put her name. On. My cd and my will not take her name off my cd i did authorize it
17 Aug 2025
How can I legally request to view the will?
12 Aug 2025
Legal Guides
Hang Up and Delete
28 Feb 2021
3 Tips For Avoiding Probate
28 Feb 2021
5 Ways to Protect Your Credit Card
28 Feb 2021