Lombardi & Miler Law Firm
“Always responded quickly and willing to answer questions, give advice and support.”
Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in West Des Moines, IA
15 firms listed · 11 in West Des Moines · 2 open 24/7 · 3 open weekends · 14 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 19, 2026
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Hope Law Firm
“Great people to work with very knowledgeable and listens to your neefs6”
Higgins Law Firm
“He was amazing, diligent, hard working, never gave up (even when things didn't look good); he kept me updated all the way and was HONEST with me.”
Branstad and Olson Law Office
“After 2 very scary trials, resulting in 2 not-guilty verdicts, our son can move on with his life.”
Spellman Law
“She explains things and helps you with whatever you decide to do with your case.”
Parrish Kruidenier Law Firm
“Benjamin Bergman gave the father of my daughter his life back after fighting so many years and almost facing 25 years in prison.”
The 15 firms listed for West Des Moines, IA defend criminal charges for people. What each states about the offenses it takes and the courts it appears in comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: West Des Moines, IA
11 of the 15 firms we list are based in West Des Moines; the other 4 serve West Des Moines from Des Moines (9 mi). The firms on this page are rated from 4.4 to 5.0 across 1,319 reviews; 10 have 50 or more reviews and 14 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (94%), responsiveness (84%) and quality (74%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "results", "understanding" and "communication". 2 are open around the clock and 3 are open on weekends. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are personal injury (3), criminal defense (2), family law (2) and personal injury attorney (2). 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 12 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 48 years. 2 offer urgent consultations; 4 offer a free initial consultation and 1 is family- or locally-owned. 1 has Spanish-speaking staff. We count these figures across the firms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.
Are criminal law firms listed for West Des Moines open on Saturdays or Sundays?
3 of the 15 firms on this page list hours on a Saturday or a Sunday. Arrests keep no office hours, so the more useful question is whether a firm answers its phone for a custody call at night. Ask that directly when you call, and ask who picks up.
Law Group of Iowa
“A real straight shooter that doesn't feed you any B.”
Vogel Law
“Vogel was very kind, courteous, knowledgeable, and went above and beyond to help me out with a tough situation.”
Feld Law Firm
“They are professional and understanding, they work with you on affordable payments, and they will do their best to avoid jail time as long as you follow the program.”
Rouse Law
“Sam is a incredible lawyer and person he has represented me a few times and always successful!”
Feitelson Law Firm
“I had an amicable divorce and Jeremy did not stir the pot to prolong the process or make it more difficult to get through.”
Shindler, Anderson, Goplerud & Weese
“The other members of the firm that we have had the pleasure to work with are of exceptional expertise in all their office procedures, I can truly say I would put any legal matter in their hands with confidence in their professionalism.”
Gourley, Rehkemper & Lindholm PLC
“You're not just a number to them, they truly care about their clients and are willing to do what it takes to get the job done!”
Daniel J. Rothman - Criminal Defense Lawyer
“Daniel Rothman is very professional and prepared when it comes to defending his clients.”
Gary W. Kendell, Attorney
“My case is still ongoing, but I know that they are giving me the best advice and that we will get a positive outcome.”
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