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
94 Client Reviews
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Posted by Ignacio | July 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney
She was excellent
She handled my case with care and emphaty
Posted by anonymous | July 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Filing for Bankruptcy
From my first contact with Thompson Law Office, I was made to feel comfortable and also knew that I would have a friendly hand through the process. Nancy is very knowledgeable, and has the total process in a step by step package. I live over 3 hours from her office and Nancy is set up to do most i...
Posted by Kate | March 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
Curteous, Rapid Response and Knowledgable
Nancy took the bankruptcy process and made it easier to understand, and helped answer many questions I had. She truly helped me and my family get back to a 'ground level' with our finances, and helped us get a fresh start. I will be forever grateful for her expertise, her incredibly fast response tim...
Posted by Tyler | March 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Outstanding
Nancy was incredible throughout the whole process. I felt, and was told by other attorneys before finding Nancy, that I had no options and no chance of success. From the beginning of our first conversation, Nancy was positive, professional, and informative. She didn't give me false hope, but gave me ...
Posted by David Wilson | January 22, 2017 | Debt & Lending Agreements
Wonderful experience
When my situation arose, I had many worries and fears. She addressed my questions and concerns very professionally and with lightning speed. Definitely an asset in any mortgage legal matter.
"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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