My practice involves representing consumers, farmers and businesses in Chapters 7, 11, 12, and 13 bankruptcy. I also represent consumers and farmers in mortgage foreclosure, debt collection defense and fair credit reporting, including debtors with student loans. I have over 33 years of experience working with consumers and farmers burdened with debt. Our goal is to help eliminate or manage that debt for people so that they can focus on the more important aspects of their life.
On a personal note, I am a native Iowan and the single mother of a teenage son.
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309 Court Avenue, Suite 217, Des Moines, IA, 50309-2222
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Posted by anonymous | August 7, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Nancy and Melissa were very helpful in completing my case. It is a long process going through bankruptcy cases, and they were very helpful throughout mine in answering questions and in completing all necessary steps for my case. If you follow the steps you are given by them, you should have little to...
Posted by anonymous | April 1, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Nancy and her staff are very professional in handling my case. They are quick to respond to my emails on questions I had and very friendly to talk to over the phone. Nancy was able to give me advice about how the process worked and that made me very comfortable. She really knows her stuff. Thank yo...
Posted by JT | March 6, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Nancy Thompson is professional, courteous, & thorough - I give my highest recommendation.
Posted by Vanessa | March 2, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Nancy made this experience very smooth. I had a couple situations that came up and she was very accommodating. Her and her staff were very easy to work with and communication was fantastic. Highly recommend.
Posted by anonymous | February 3, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I recently hired Nancy for my bankruptcy filing. She is very professional and helped guide me throughout the process. Her guidance has significantly eased the stress and uncertainty surrounding the bankruptcy process. No one wants to file for bankruptcy and the last thing you want is to feel like y...
"I endorse this lawyer. Nancy is a great lawyer and resource for all things consumer including bankruptcy and foreclosure related matters."
"I consider Nancy to be my mentor in the bankruptcy field, often seeking advice or discussion on a specific issue. I highly recommend her."
"I practice bankruptcy law in Des Moines and have have referred many clients to Nancy over the years. Nancy is skilled in Chapter 7, Chapter 13 repayment and Iowa farm bankruptcy cases. Nancy also led the successful effort expand our Iowa Bankruptcy exemptions through legislative changes. Nancy really cares about her clients and uses the full resources of the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys to help her clients get a successful discharge. -Jeff Mathias"
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer
2015
Distinguished Service Award, National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys
2007
Oustanding Section Chair for Legislative Advocacy, Iowa State Bar Association
2006 - Present
Staff Attorney, Iowa Legal Aid
2002 - Present
President, Nancy L. Thompson Law Office, P.C.
2001 - 2002
Associate, Wandro Lyons Baer
1984 - 1991
Staff Attorney, Nebraska Legal Aid
2004 - Present
National Association of Consumer AdvocatesMember
2002 - Present
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy AttorneysMember
2002 - Present
Iowa State Bar AssociationMember
1984 - Present
Nebraska State Bar AssociationMember
2006 - 2008
Iowa State Bar Association, Commercial and Bankruptcy SectionChair
judgment in favor of debtor
judgment in favor of debtor
Judge granted order in debtor's favor.
judgment in favor of debtor
1984
JD - Juris Doctor, with distinction
1981
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2013
2011
Chapter 13 Update
2011
Bankruptcy
2010
Chapter 7 Means Test
2005
Bankruptcy Law
2004
Foreclosure
2003
Agriculture
2003
Agriculture
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