Des Moines, IA Estate Planning lawyers (128)

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Thomas Houser
Not yet reviewed
Avvo Rating: 9.9
Licensed since 1989
Practice areas & skills: Estate Planning, Trusts, Tax, Business
Larry Handley
4.0 stars 5 reviews
Avvo Rating: 9.5
Licensed since 1978
Review: “Larry Handley is one of the best lawyers Iowa has to offer. He dealt with my case professionally and swiftly, performing above and beyond all expectations. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a top-rate lawyer.”
Practice areas & skills: Estate Planning, Car Accidents, Contracts & Agreements, Corporate & Incorporation, Personal Injury
Phyllis Pearson
5.0 stars 3 reviews
Avvo Rating: 8.9
Licensed since 1979
I have been an attorney for more than 35 years, practicing in the areas of estate planning and probate. More than ten years ago, I added the area of elder law to my practice. Then, in 2010, I became a VA Accredited Attorney which authorizes me t...
Practice areas & skills: Estate Planning, Elder Law, Probate
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Peter Rolwes
5.0 stars 5 reviews
Avvo Rating: 8.8
Licensed since 2007
Personalized, professional estate planning, probate, business and litigation services. Call today!
Practice areas & skills: Estate Planning, Litigation, Business, Probate, Bankruptcy & Debt
Margaret Van Houten
Not yet reviewed
Avvo Rating: 9.5
Licensed since 1979
I have practiced law since 1979, with a focus on estate and tax planning for larger estates, complex trust and estate administration matters, charitable organizations and retirement planning. I am an active member of the American College of T...
Practice areas & skills: Estate Planning, Probate, Tax, Business
Ronald Anderson
5.0 stars 8 reviews
Avvo Rating: 8.5
Licensed since 1977
I am a life long resident of Iowa with a commitment to fast and friendly service to my clients. I attempt to simplify and ease the legal process and make it cost effective for my clients.
Practice areas & skills: Estate Planning, Trusts, Power Of Attorney, Probate, Wills & Living Wills
Hope Wood
5.0 stars 16 reviews
Avvo Rating: 8.4
Licensed since 2013
I run a paperless, tech-savvy law practice. I thrive on efficiency and productivity. My problem solving strategies save time and money for my clients. I take action as judiciously as the law allows. I am ready to serve you and help solve your ...
Practice areas & skills: Estate Planning, Family, Divorce & Separation
Kathryn Walker
5.0 stars 2 reviews
Avvo Rating: 7.8
Licensed since 2000
My name is Beth Walker and I have been practicing law in Central Iowa for fifteen years. The majority of my practice is workers compensation and estate planning. I grew up in Des Moines, Iowa and was a social worker when I graduated from college...
Practice areas & skills: Estate Planning, Workers Compensation, Real Estate, Family
Ronni Begleiter
Not yet reviewed
Avvo Rating: 8.5
Licensed since 1983
Ronni F. Begleiter is a member of BrownWinick and practices in the estate planning and employee benefits areas. Ronni has helped clients and their families plan for death, disability and business succession for several years. She has also assisted...
Practice areas & skills: Estate Planning, Employee Benefits
Steven Roy
Not yet reviewed
Avvo Rating: 8.3
Licensed since 1983
Practice areas & skills: Estate Planning, Tax, Public Finance & Tax Exempt Finance

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Estate planning

"Estate" is the legal term used to define your property and money—basically, everything that belongs to you. Estate planning attorneys tell you different strategies you can use to transfer your belongings after you die. By planning your estate, you can maximize its value by minimizing taxes and eliminating court costs and interference. Estate planning attorneys also help you control and protect your estate during your lifetime, by writing documents that allow you to transfer property and money to children, charities, or others in a way you desire.