Ronald Lloyd Anderson

Ronald Lloyd Anderson

5.0
Rating: 7.8

Licensed for 48 years

Wills and living wills Lawyer at West Des Moines, IA
Practice Areas: Wills & Living Wills, Trusts, Power Of Attorney ... +6 more

4401 Westown Parkway, #302, West Des Moines, IA

About Ronald

Biography

Practice Areas

9

Practice Areas

Wills and Living Wills 53%

All aspects of estate planning for individuals and families.

49 years

53%
Trusts 25%

Many types of trusts with specialization in revocable living trusts which help individuals and families avoid probate.

49 years

25%
Power of Attorney 5%

Preparation of Health Care and Financial Powers of Attorney.

49 years

5%
Probate 5%

Representation of executors and administrators throughout the probate process.

49 years

5%
Car Accident 2%

Both plaintiff and defendant representation in personal injury cases.

49 years

2%
General Practice 2%

General civil practice.

49 years

2%
Personal Injury 2%

Both plaintiff and defendant representation in all types of personal injury cases.

49 years

2%
Uncontested Divorce 2%

Representation of individuals that want to minimize the cost and conflict in a dissolution of marriage.

49 years

2%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 150-200 per hour

Contingency

25%-50%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Iowa for 48 years

State: Iowa

Acquired: 1977

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Howes & Anderson, P.C.

4401 Westown Parkway, #302, West Des Moines, IA, 50266-6721

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Ronald Lloyd Anderson's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | October 02, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Excellent

I've worked with Ron on several occasions. He is extremely professional, knowledgeable and trustworthy. I cannot recommend him enough! He will always be my first choice when it comes to legal services.

Posted by Jackie & Lisa | January 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills

Great help with estate preparation!

Ron did a great job helping us with our wills and related paperwork. Very professional and timely. Easy process and well worth it. Worked with him before on other matters and is always very responsive and helpful.

Posted by Jeff | August 26, 2014 | Guardianship

Excellent lawyer, with awesome customer service

While working with Ron and team this last year on a very sensitive family Guardianship and conservatorship, I have found Ron and team to not only be responsive, reliable, but resourceful as well. Ron has been able to work with many challenges, and still come through as trusted resource through it all....

Posted by Sue | August 26, 2014

Ron Anderson is a wonderful lawyer and person.

Ron Anderson was not only a wonderful & knowledgeable lawyer for my legal issues, he is also a compassionate person. Ron knows the law, he was outstanding during my legal issues & very impressive. I referred my neighbor to Ron and she too was thrilled with his service and with the overall experien...ce also. I knew Ron was on my side and he was straight with me too. Ron is my lawyer for life! I highly recommend him. SB

Posted by Stacey | August 21, 2014 | Estate Planning

Highly recommend!

Mr. Anderson recently prepared our will and living trust. He was very knowledgeable and kept us informed through the entire process. I will use Mr. Anderson's services again, when I need a lawyer.

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Molly Anderson

Estate planning lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Co-worker

"Ron Anderson is an excellent and experienced attorney practicing largely in estate planning matters including Wills and Trusts. He is client-focused and personally guides his clients through the estate planning process from start to finish."

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Experience

Rating:  7.8 (Very Good)

Honors

2015

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Distinguished Lawyer, Expert Network

2014

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

AVVO Client's Choice - Wills, AVVO

2013

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1989 - Present

Attorney, Howes & Anderson, P.C.

Associations

2015 - Present

GLSA

Member

1989 - Present

Defense Research Institute

Member

1977 - Present

Iowa State Bar Association

Member

1977 - Present

Polk County Bar Association

Member

1977 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Larry Turner v. Heartland Express, Inc.

Received substantial settlement for Plaintiff.

Larry Turner v. Heartland Express, Inc.

Received substantial settlement for Plaintiff.

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Education

1977

College of William and Mary, Marshall-Wythe School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1972

University of Iowa

BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration

Speaking Engagements

2015

BLR Webinar - Legal Insurance Companies

Legal Insurance Companies

2014

Estate Planning in Iowa

Estate Planning - Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, Living Wills and Probate

2011

ARAG Insurance Compnay Conference

Office Practices

2010

ARAG Insurance Compnay Conference

Estate Planning

Languages

English

Activity

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