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 anonymous | April 01, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Great bankruptcy Team
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 anonymous | April 07, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
Excellent Service
Nancy and her assistant Melissa made a very difficult and embarrassing situation so much easier than we ever expected. Nancy is thorough and organized and helps you through each step of the process. Always answered questions promptly. We highly recommend Nancy. If you find yourself in this difficul...
Posted by Charles | November 08, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
Chapter 7
The bankruptcy process is very intimidating to go at alone. I knew that was something that I didn't want to do. So I contacted Nancy. Her assistant Melissa was very helpful. I had about an hour conversation with her and asked all of the questions that I had at the time. And she answered every one of ...
Posted by Ann | September 02, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
Chapter 7 bankruptcy
Nancy & her assistant, Melissa, were great. They responded to my emails very quickly, even on the weekends. Never having filed before, I had no clue about how the whole process works, but they guided me every step of the way. When my meeting of the creditors had to be rescheduled because of a confli...
Posted by anonymous | November 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Great Attorney
Nancy and her paralegal, Melissa, are great to work with. They answered all our questions and never made us feel “dumb”. She was thorough and helped put our minds to ease with her expertise. She continues to answer questions for us as they arise and I’d recommended her to anyone!
"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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