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
103 Client Reviews
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Posted by LaTisha | August 11, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Best of the best
I recently had the pleasure of working with Nancy Thompson as my bankruptcy attorney, and I cannot recommend her highly enough. From the very start, Nancy was kind, thorough, and incredibly efficient, making a challenging experience far less stressful. She took the time to explain every step of the p...
Posted by George | August 02, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Highly Recommend
Filing for bankruptcy for the first time was overwhelming and stressful, and I wasn't sure what to expect. From the moment I had the chance to speak with Nancy, she took the time to explain the entire process, answered all of my questions, and put my worries at ease. She was patient, professional, an...
Posted by Sharlene | August 02, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Extremely professional Team
Enjoyed a great experience with Attorney Nancy L Thompson Law Office and her Team in my recent encounter. Everything thing was detailed and all concerns and any questions were answered in a timely manner.
Posted by April | June 11, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Knowledgeable and Competent
Nancy Thompson and her staff were knowledgeable, efficient and patient during my bankruptcy filing. I had circumstances that no other attorney I spoke to wanted to tackle but she kindly took me on. Also my husband has been very ill and is inpatient hospital a lot (including now), which prevents me fr...
Posted by Jodi | May 22, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Just make the call. You won't regret hiring Nancy and her team!
Nancy and her team are absolutely beyond reproach when it comes to the process of bankruptcy. I was so nervous to make the call, but when I did I felt such a huge relief. The amount of understanding, compassion, and knowledge they all have is just what anyone needs when they are facing having to file...
"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
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1984
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