Jeffrey Phillip Mathias

Jeffrey Phillip Mathias

5.0
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 27 years

Bankruptcy and debt Lawyer at West Des Moines, IA
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt, Divorce & Separation

4800 Mills Civic Parkway, Second Floor Ste 218, West Des Moines, IA

About Jeffrey

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 25%

Jeff represents Iowan's in uncontested, collaborative and contested divorce cases.

27 years

25%

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Licenses

Licensed in Iowa for 27 years

State: Iowa

Acquired: 1998

Relinquished

No misconduct found

Location

Des Moines Iowa Attorney

4800 Mills Civic Parkway, Second Floor Ste 218, West Des Moines, IA, 50265

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Jeffrey Phillip Mathias's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

37 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | November 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very professional and always available

Going through a bankruptcy can be a scary process. Jeff will take away those fears with his professionalism, knowledge, caring and availability for any and all questions. One point I want to emphasize is the availability. Many attorneys are hard to get a a hold of and it is days before you get your q...uestions answered. Not with Jeff, I never waited more than 24 hours for any answers and in most cases it was right away. You can not go wrong selecting Jeff as your attorney. He will calm your fears and get you to that better life where you are not worrying everyday about your bills. Thanks Jeff for your outstanding work!!!!

Posted by anonymous | October 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Awesome to work with

Jeff did a great job with collecting my information, setting up meetings, and being with me during the meeting of trustees. I've never seen a process go as smoothly as this one did. Thank you for a job well done, Jeff!

Posted by Brad | October 8, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Respectful and honest.

Jeff was very considerate and respectful during a dificult time. His price was fair and he was very organized.

Posted by Fahret | January 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly Recommend!

Jeff made a very scary situation not seem so scary. He is very organized, thorough, and precise. I would recommend him to anyone dealing with a bankruptcy. He will make sure you do not miss anything and that all your rights are protected. Highly Recommended!

Posted by Vanessa | April 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

He's the best!

Jeff explained things thoroughly but simply. I had no idea what to expect and with Jeff by my side I didn't have one surprise come my way! I would highly recommend him to anyone who is looking for a bankruptcy attorney who knows how to make the process as smooth as possible!!

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Jeffrey Phillip Mathias's Lawyer Endorsements

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Robert Evans

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jeff is an extremely knowledgeable attorney, both in divorce law and bankruptcy law. He develops strong relationships with his clients and strongly advocates for their best interests. His economical approach to practicing divorce law puts his clients needs first and saves them money. I strongly endorse Jeff!!"

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Michael Primus

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Hard working and smart. I endorse this lawyer."

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L. Zubal

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Jeff is an excellent advocate for his clients. A seasoned bankruptcy attorney, Jeff's comprehensive knowledge of the bankruptcy code allows him to effectively counsel clients based on their individual circumstances. Above all, he is an exceptionally nice guy."

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Walter Metzen

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Mathias is amongst the best consumer bankruptcy attorneys in the country. His office incorporates cutting edge technology to provide the utmost service to his clients. He always has his client’s best interests in mind. Anyone contemplating filing bankruptcy in Iowa should definitely consult with Jeff Mathias. He handles personal bankruptcy matters in all Iowa Counties. and his website contains a wealth of information about bankruptcy. It is a tremendous resource to debtors and other attorneys in the bankruptcy community."

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Jonathan Ginsberg

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jeff Mathias and I are professional colleagues in the area of consumer bankruptcy representation. Although I practice in a different state, I have come to know Jeff through email, phone conversations and by reading his website articles and viewing his videos. Jeff is one of the few bankruptcy lawyers in the country who truly seeks to educate his clients about bankruptcy and non-bankruptcy alternatives so they can make an informed decision about whether to file. I have been in practice myself for over 25 years and I regularly review Jeff's site and I watch his videos. I have also had the pleasure of speaking with him on the phone to discuss recent bankruptcy law developments. He is knowledgeable, straightforward and approachable. I feel very comfortable recommending Jeff to any Des Moines area resident who is considering bankruptcy."

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James Cossitt

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jul 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I've worked and consulted with Jeff on host of issues. He is committed to get good results for his clients and goes the extra mile to do it."

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Kerri Keyte

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jeff works well with his clients and has firm understanding of Chapter 7 Bankruptcy law. Jeff runs a very efficient practice providing a fresh start for his clients."

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Steven Klesner

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jeff and I regularly share professional news and information for the benefit of our clients. He practices in West Des Moines and I practice in Iowa City and eastern Iowa. Jeff loves what he does, which is helping people in financial trouble. He is a skilled bankruptcy lawyer, but is constantly working to stay current on changes in the law and law practice, which is necessary to remain at the top of the profession. Jeff strikes me as a practical lawyer seeking practical outcomes for his clients. While there are several good bankruptcy lawyers in the Des Moines area, when people are looking for a lawyer, I refer them to Jeff."

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Deanna Bachman

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Jan 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend this lawyer. He takes good care of his chapter 7 clients and gets their cases on file fast for a reasonable flat rate. Jeff has been an inspiration for me starting my own practice and is always givng me useful tips on being more efficient. Whenever I have a conflict and am unable to assist a client, I am always confident they are in good hands when I refer them to Jeff."

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Edward Sager

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Not only does Jeff keep abreast of the most recent trends and changes in bankruptcy law, but he also takes the time to get to know the local bankruptcy trustees so as to better handle the particular requirements of each trustee. Such extra effort is very helpful for promoting his clients' cases."

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Nancy Thompson

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Aug 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I've known Jeff Mathias for several years and found him to be very conscientious and capable when working with Chapter 7 bankruptcy clients."

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Brent Cleveland

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Robert Evans

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Joshua Cohen

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Bruce Ralston

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Rachel Foley

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Samuel Marks

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Chad Eichorn

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L. Zubal

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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James Cossitt

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Kerri Keyte

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Steven Klesner

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Charles Litow

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer

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Fredd Haas

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer

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Deanna Bachman

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer

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Kevin Ahrenholz

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer

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Michael Mallaney

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer

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Thomas Flynn

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer

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Paul Drey

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer

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Eric Lam

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer

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Robert Liptak

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Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Honors

2014

Service to Client Security Commission, Supreme Court of Iowa

2014

Top 10 Attorney Award, National Academy of Bankruptcy Attorneys

2014

2014 Best of Business, West Des Moines, Small Business Community Action

2013

Client Distiction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Client Distinction Award, American Registry, LLC

2013

2013 Excellence Award, Small Business Institute

Work Experience

1998 - Present

Attorney, Jeff Mathias Law Office

Associations

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

In re Kemper, Jaime & Susan (pseudonym)

Full discharge of foreclosure debt, credit cards & medical debt

In re Rathman, Teri K. (pseudonym)

Full discharge of credit cards & medical debt, kept home

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Education

1998

Southern Methodist University, Dedman School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1987

Texas State University

Bachelors of Science

Speaking Engagements

2000

Business Law - College Instructor (2 Years/4 Semesters) DMACC Business Law Course

Publications

Languages

English

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