Jacob J. Peters

Jacob J. Peters

4.9
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 40 years

Workers compensation Lawyer at Council Bluffs, IA
Practice Areas: Workers Compensation, Personal Injury

233 Pearl Street, Council Bluffs, IA

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Licenses

Licensed in Iowa for 40 years

State: Iowa

Acquired: 1985

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Licensed in Nebraska for 26 years

State: Nebraska

Acquired: 1999

Inactive

No misconduct found

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Peters Law Firm, P.C.

233 Pearl Street, Council Bluffs, IA, 51502

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Jacob J. Peters's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

94 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Lori | April 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Excellent Work Comp Lawyer

Jake was very knowledgeable and dedicated in helping me to recover lost wages and payment of medical bills. His expertise in the Social Security Disability and Medicare set-aside accounts also helped me obtain future medical expenses. I know I wouldn’t have gotten the settlement I did, without Jak...e’s experience in going up against large corporations.

Posted by anonymous | March 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Don't ask too many questions! Unprofessional

I went to Jake Peters for help with my workers compensation case, and he seemed nice at first (when you're thinking of hiring) but after I hired him he didn't keep in touch with me about my case and didn't call set up meetings after about 2 months I called to set up a meeting. When we set up a meeti...ng, it lasted maybe 3 minutes. I asked questions such as how the pricing would be distributed and what we could do if it was denied and other basic questions. He couldn't answer basic questions about my case then he said "Look maybe it's not worth it anymore, you should try looking for another attorney" I went to him for help and left me in a hole with my workers compensation case. Seems like a nice guy but not a good attorney to go to if you really need help! I would not recommend if you have basic questions about your case as I did.

Jacob Peters

Replied last March 18, 2017

I've never responded to a review so this is a first for me. I just want everyone to understand that this is an Iowa workers' compensation case I investigated and turned down. He didn't have a case and I told him so and gave him back his file and charged him nothing. Apparently that made him mad and he left this nasty note for the world to see. I'm too honest perhaps. If I can't win your case ( which is what every client expects ) or get you the outcome that you think you deserve, I'm going to look you in the eye and tell you so. That's what I did here. No regrets. Jake

Posted by Dan | July 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Litigation

Attorney Performance Evaluation

From the very first meeting to our last, the honesty and integrity with which Jake conducted himself was stellar. Never at anytime was there secrets or "strings" attached to the litigation process or the work he did - everything was well explained and/or documented. The professionalism and knowledge ...of the law were immediately recognizable. He listened to my concerns with empathy. Jake is truthful and not afraid to disagree with my perspective and perception. I knew from the first meeting that Jake cared and would invest all that was necessary to help me within the margins the law would allow. I would definitely recommend Jake Peters based upon my experience.

Posted by Rod | October 22, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Injured on the job.

After a severe injury on the job I started running the maze of WC adjusters and Doctors. I had the gullibility to believe that the WC adjuster was fair and straightforward. I was wrong. One surgery later and three months off work later I finally contacted Jake. I never really trusted insurance compan...ies before, but now, I will never even give them the benefit of doubt. Jake found numerous mistakes in their handling of my case. He had them correct them with interest. When complications developed from the surgery, I had to go to the ER. All of a sudden the adjuster decided to disagree with the ER Dr. and the Dr that preformed the surgery. The adjuster sent a rather nasty letter essentially stating that they were not liable for the ER visit and there was no way that this was connected to the original injury. Of course I had to sue them. I am not a person that has ever sued or even thought I would ever have to. In the end, Jake negotiated to have the Drs paid off in full, a fair settlement (according to the guidelines) with interest and to keep the claim open for future medical care to be paid for by the insurance company. I hold Jake Peters in the highest regard. He is very straightforward, honest and knowledgeable. If I am ever injured again he will be my first call.

Posted by Didi | July 13, 2015 | Workers Compensation

Caring and always there for you.

If your in the need for a Lawyer that knows exactly what you need when you need it, You've come to the right place. Jacob Peters is a very honorable man. He not only takes you on as a client, he becomes your friend and Family. He treats you as a equal and never looks down on you. If the question is i...mportant to you then it is important to him. He will always be in your corner 110%. After my injury at work my Mental state became unbalanced. Being a workaholic I could not handle not working. He informed me not to worry that this would also be taken care and it was. Thank you so much Jake for always backing me up when it felt like the whole world was against me. (We WON)

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Workers compensation lawyer | Jul 22

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"I endorse this lawyer. He is knowledgeable and organized. His response time is impeccable."

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Michael Gallner

Workers compensation lawyer | Jul 21

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"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Peters works extremely hard for his clients. He has distinguished himself in this field. His clients appreciate his efforts and his knowledge of his practice area."

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Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

2017

2017 Daily Nonpareil Reader's Choice Awards, Peters Law Firm

2016

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1990 - Present

Partner, Peters Law Firm, P.C.

1985 - 1990

Associate, Peters Law Firm, P.C.

1983 - 1985

Law Clerk, Peters Law Firm, P.C.

Associations

Iowa Trial Lawyers Association, Workers' Compensation Committee

Member

Iowa Association of Workers' Compensation Attorneys

Member

Iowa Acadamy of Trial Lawyers

Member

2001 - 2006

Iowa State Bar Association, Workers' Compensation Section

Executive Council

Education

1985

Creighton University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1982

Iowa State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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