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    135 estate planning lawyers serve Des Moines, IA. Compare the best based on 295+ reviews and detailed profiles. Related practice areas and nearby towns in Polk County are listed below.

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    Joseph Graham Gamble

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    Joseph Graham Gamble

    5.06 reviews
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    Duncan Green, P.C.
    400 Locust St Ste 380, Des Moines, IA
    Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Estate Planning, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death and more
    Experienced and Skilled to get the Maximum Compensation You Deserve.
    Rating:  9.8
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    Hope Wood

    Hope Wood

    5.043 reviews
    Hope Wood JD
    6500 University Avenue, Suite 100, Des Moines, IA
    Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Estate Planning, Probate
    Bio: I run a paperless, tech-savvy law practice. I thrive on efficiency and productivity. My problem solving strategies save time for my clients. I take action as judiciously as the law allows. I am ready to serve you and help solve your problem.
    Rating:  8.9
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    Kathryn Elizabeth Walker

    Kathryn Elizabeth Walker

    5.040 reviews
    2545 E. Euclid Ave., Des Moines, IA
    Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Estate Planning, Real Estate, Probate and more
    Bio: My name is Beth Walker and I have been practicing law in Central Iowa for seventeen years. The majority of my practice is real estate, estate planning and other probate matters. I grew up in Des Moines, Iowa and was a social worker when I graduate...
    Rating:  8.0
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    Edward Samuel Fishman

    Edward Samuel Fishman

    5.032 reviews
    Fishman Law Firm
    2651 Beaver Ave, Des Moines, IA
    Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Estate Planning, Criminal Defense, Family and more
    Bio: I graduated from the University of Iowa Law School in 2013 and then clerked for the Fifth Judicial District of Iowa where I assisted judges in researching issues and writing opinions. In December of 2015, I began working at Nelsen and Feitelson. I...
    Rating:  8.5
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    Breanna Lea Young

    Breanna Lea Young

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    Dentons Davis Brown PC
    215 10th St., Ste. 1300, Des Moines, IA
    Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Estate Planning, Guardianship
    Bio: Breanna is a fellow of The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, charter member of the Iowa Academy of Trust & Estate Counsel, and Council Member of the Iowa State Bar Association Probate, Trust, and Estate Planning Section. In August 2015...
    Rating:  9.5
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    Margaret E. Dukelow Van Houten

    Margaret E. Dukelow Van Houten

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    The Davis Brown Law Firm
    215 10th Street, Ste. 1300, Des Moines, IA
    Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 46 years
    Practice Areas:  Estate Planning, Probate, Tax and more
    Bio: 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 Trust ...
    Rating:  9.2
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    David Lee Wetsch

    David Lee Wetsch

    5.01 review
    DickinsonLaw Firm
    699 Walnut St Ste 1600, Des Moines, IA
    Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 46 years
    Practice Areas:  Estate Planning, Real Estate, Business and more
    Review: "Contacted Mr. Wetsch for a real estate matter. He was very timely in his response and quickly gave me the answer I needed. Reasonable cost, highly recommend."
    Rating:  6.7
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    David Condon Craig

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    David Condon Craig

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    Finley Law Firm, P.C.
    699 Walnut St Ste 1700, Des Moines, IA
    Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 50 years
    Practice Areas:  Estate Planning, Business, Trusts and more
    Rating:  6.9
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    Michael Arleth

    Michael Arleth

    4.47 reviews
    Arleth Law
    309 Court Ave. Suite 803, Des Moines, IA
    Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Estate Planning, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: I’ve created a client centered practice in which I’m easily accessible for each and every client. My uniqueapproach includes using a secure online portal with a commitment to communicating with clients whenit works best for them. It’s important to...
    Rating:  7.2
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    Drew Daniel Larson

    Drew Daniel Larson

    5.01 review
    BrownWinick
    666 Grand Avenue, Suite 2000, Ruan Center, Des Moines, IA
    Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Estate Planning, Corporate & Incorporation, Intellectual Property and more
    Review: "After the birth of our first child, we enlisted Mr Larson to assist with drawing up a Will for myself and my wife to protect our child and future children. We also at his recommendation handled medical and durable power of attorneys. Mr Larson was..."
    Rating:  6.4
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    Brynne Leah Howard

    Brynne Leah Howard

    5.01 review
    Harrison & Dietz-Kilen, Plc
    423 E Court Ave Ste 200, Des Moines, IA
    Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Estate Planning, Probate, Elder Law and more
    Bio: Brynne L. Howard graduated magna cum laude with a B.A in Political Science and Women’s Studies from St. Olaf College in Northfield, Minnesota, in 2006. She received her JD from Drake Law School in 2010, graduating with highest honors and as a memb...
    Rating:  6.3
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    Kaitlin Teresa Boettcher

    Kaitlin Teresa Boettcher

    5.03 reviews
    Harrison & Dietz-Kilen, PLC
    423 E Court Ave Ste 200, Des Moines, IA
    Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 8 years
    Practice Areas:  Estate Planning, Family, Guardianship and more
    Bio: Kaitlin T. Boettcher was born and raised in Des Moines, Iowa. In 2014, she earned her Bachelor of Arts with Highest Distinction in Social Work and a Certificate in Leadership Studies at The University of Iowa. In 2017, Kaitlin was awarded her Juri...
    Rating:  6.9
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    James Robert Monroe

    James Robert Monroe

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    2222 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA
    Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 52 years
    Practice Areas:  Estate Planning, Tax, Probate and more
    Bio: Member of American Bar Association – Taxation SectionMember of Iowa Bar AssociationMember of Florida Bar Association ACADEMIC DEGREES New York University – Master of Laws in TaxationUniversity of Iowa – Juris Doctor (Order of Coif)University of De...
    Rating:  9.1
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    Adam Philip Humes

    Adam Philip Humes

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    Iowa Department of Justice
    1305 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA
    Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Estate Planning, Business, Litigation
    Rating:  7.5
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    Brock A Menold

    Brock A Menold

    5.01 review
    Menold Law, PLLC
    309 Court Ave - Suite 802, Des Moines, IA
    Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 11 years
    Practice Areas:  Estate Planning, Business, Contracts & Agreements and more
    Bio: Brock was born and raised on a grain farm in central Illinois and graduated from Drake University Law School. Prior to attending Drake University Law School, Brock worked for one of the largest manufacturers of construction equipment on the globe ...
    Rating:  6.9
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    Jasper Paul Verhofste

    Jasper Paul Verhofste

    5.04 reviews
    Carney & Appleby Plc
    303 Locust St, Fourth floor, Des Moines, IA
    Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 6 years
    Practice Areas:  Estate Planning, Landlord & Tenant, Real Estate and more
    Review: "Jasper was professional, prompt, and knowledgeable when discussing my issue. He resolved my problem in a matter of days. Highly recommend!"
    Rating:  6.1
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    Bridget Carroll Shapansky

    Bridget Carroll Shapansky

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    Nyemaster Goode Law Firm
    700 Walnut St, Ste 1600, Des Moines, IA
    Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Tax, Estate Planning, Employee Benefits
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    Jason L. Comisky

    Jason L. Comisky

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    Ahlers & Cooney, P.C.
    100 Court Ave Ste 600, Des Moines, IA
    Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Estate Planning, Business, Real Estate
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    Ashley Fay Charnetski

    Ashley Fay Charnetski

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    Whitfield & Eddy Law
    699 Walnut Street, Suite 2000, Des Moines, IA
    Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Estate Planning, Real Estate, Corporate & Incorporation
    Bio: I am an associate attorney in the Whitfield & Eddy Law Estates, Wills and Trusts Practice Group. Additionally, I represent clients in business law and corporate matters and real estate transactions. As an estates, wills and trusts attorney, I work...
    Rating:  7.0
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    Angela L. Watson Cook

    Angela L. Watson Cook

    Not yet reviewedReview Angela
    Nyemaster Law Firm
    700 Walnut Ste 1600, Des Moines, IA
    Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas:  Estate Planning, Public Finance and Tax Exempt Finance, Trusts
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