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Ward A. Rouse
also known as Sam Rouse
About Ward
Biography
My favorite google review said "He has small town morals and super skills as an attorney." I grew up in small towns in Iowa, I am honored by that statement, and I will always give my best.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
25%-40%
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Licensed in Iowa for 35 years
State: Iowa
Acquired: 1990
No misconduct found
Location
Rouse Law PC
4940 Pleasant Street, West Des Moines, IA, 50266-1780
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Ward A. Rouse's Reviews
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Posted by Felicia | July 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Drug Crime
Great Criminal Defense
Sam does a great job of staying in contact with you through the entire process. He is always there when you call. I got a few hefty drug felonies a couple years ago and Sam was able to get them all lowered to a serious misdemeanor. I would highly recommend his services to anyone.
Posted by Eric B. Morrell | April 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Excellent colleague in Iowa
Worked on an involved case with Ward for a client of mine in New Jersey. Our client was a charged in Iowa. There was an involved suppression issue where the testimony was taken and cross examination was done by Ward. Because of his skilled lawyering, our joint client received an excellent result. ...
Posted by Ernie | August 24, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
First Offense OWI amended to Public Intoxication
This was my first encounter ever with the legal system. Mr. Rouse was recommended by a colleague to help me navigate the system and pursue the best possible outcome. Every step of the way, Mr. Rouse was highly responsive, accurate with his assessment and proposed course of action, and represented m...
Posted by Stephen | September 23, 2013 | Criminal Defense
Ward Rouse - A Highly Referred Attorney By Members Of His Profession
Ward Rouse is an excellent litigator. Our family was originally referred to him by an attorney. Ward is an excellent listener with a can do attitude. He helped us fully understand the nature of the legal process from discovery to our son's appearance before the judge and prosecutor. Ward was alway...
Posted by Joy | May 30, 2013 | Criminal Defense
Well Represented
Ward Rouse represented my family in a criminal defense case. He was forthright and honest and explained every possible senario of our case's outcome. He was able to get us a plea for a reduced sentence, then a deferred sentence. He is extremely knowledgeable and is always available for questions a...
Ward A. Rouse's Lawyer Endorsements
"Very hard working, knowledgeable attorney. Proven track record of achieving great results for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer with no reservation. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community. Very hardworking and diligent. Consistently achieves superior results. Advice is always practical and on point. I recommend to anyone looking for an attorney who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of clients and achieving the most favorable result possible. I endorse this lawyer."
"Ward is an excellent attorney. I have had numerous interactions with him over the years. He is willing to assist other attorneys with answers in hopes to raise up our profession. I would not hesitate to hire him if a family member or friend were in trouble."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Not only does he know law he is also extremely well liked by judges and prosecutors. This edge enables him to get a lot of breaks for his clients even if thier case may be weak."
Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington
Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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"Highly regarded lawyer. Mr. Rouse is an experienced attorney. I endorse him as a lawyer. He is an asset to Avvo."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Rouse is a skilled and respected member of the legal community. He is a zealous advocate for the rights and interests of his clients."
"I endorse Ward. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Sam and I work closely together as part of a mastermind group of defense attorneys across the state. I have always been impressed with his ability to identify and solve the difficult issues that arise in these cases. I would not hesitate referring a family member or close friend to Sam for the defense of impaired driving or drug-related charges."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have know Ward (Sam) for going on ten years both professionally and personally. We have referred each other clients over the years and I believe that Sam is one of the west attorneys I have known and worked with. He is someone I would consider a mentor and always seems to have an answer for a difficult situation."
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Experience
Honors
2023
AV Rated Attorney, Martindale-Hubbell
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
1990
Drake Law Review, Drake University Law School
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Owner, Rouse Law PC
2000 - 2010
Partner, Berg, Rouse, Spauldling & Schmidt PLC
Associations
Iowa State Bar Association
Iowa Association for Justice
Education
1990
Drake University Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1987
Cornell College
BSS
Publications
1991
Drake Law Review
Fourth Amendment Standing after Katz
Languages
English
Activity
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21 Sep 2013