Best Estate Planning Attorneys in West Des Moines, IA

24 firms listed · 9 in West Des Moines · 1 open 24/7 · 1 open weekends · 17 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 19, 2026

Hope Law Firm

Hope Law Firm

(45)
  • Custody
  • Family Law
  • Emails
“They are very responsive, make time for you, and are willing to work with you in any way, I work with Jennifer and Alyssa and I am a returning client because I'm very pleased with their service!”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2008
BBB Rating: A+
5022 Grand Ridge Dr Suite 200, West Des Moines, IA
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Hope Wood JD

Hope Wood JD

(50)
  • Information
  • Estate Planning
  • Trust
“Her Staff was so helpful too, we could not have asked for a better experience- she also was quick in filing all our paperwork and quick in calling us back or emailing too!”
In Business Since 2013
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Des Moines, IA · 9 mi from West Des Moines
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Kreamer Law Firm

Kreamer Law Firm

(50)
  • Will
  • Understand
  • Patient
“The thoroughness, attention to detail, and responsiveness of Sam and his staff demonstrated their commitment to protecting our interests and ensuring the smooth administration of our estate.”
In Business Since 1999
7155 Lake Dr Suite 200, West Des Moines, IA
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Law Group of Iowa

Law Group of Iowa

(22)
  • Communication
  • Knowledge
“But due to Tom's creative strategy involving a very persuasive video, his thoroughness and tough negotiating, I was able to collect a fair and substantial settlement.”
Emergency Services
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2019
Cash only
Des Moines, IA · 9 mi from West Des Moines
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Pearson Bollman Law

Pearson Bollman Law

(42)
  • Documents
  • POA
  • Work
“A nice kicker: Pearson Bollman offers the option to have the completed form to be scanned and emailed to you making it very easy to share with primary health care providers and hospitals.”
In Business Since 2010
1415 28th St #160, West Des Moines, IA
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Shindler, Anderson, Goplerud & Weese

Shindler, Anderson, Goplerud & Weese

(32)
  • Custody
  • Meeting
  • Money
“She was able to brainstorm with me in a very timely manner on ideas and possibilities until we came up with one that fit my situation perfectly and the outcome for me was as good as it gets.”
In Business Since 2016
Family Business
5015 Grand Ridge Dr UNIT 100, West Des Moines, IA
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The 24 firms listed for West Des Moines, IA write wills, trusts and powers of attorney for clients. What each says about its planning packages and meeting options comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.

Area overview: West Des Moines, IA

9 of the 24 firms we list are based in West Des Moines; the other 15 serve West Des Moines from Des Moines (9 mi). The firms on this page are rated from 3.8 to 5.0 across 1,215 reviews; 5 have 50 or more reviews and 17 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (98%), quality (86%) and responsiveness (78%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "knowledge", "understanding" and "communication". 1 is open around the clock and 1 is open on weekends. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are personal injury (6), civil litigation (4), elder law (4), family law (4) and estate planning (3). 3 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 19 websites of the firms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1997. 1 offers 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.

Why are some listed estate planning firms outside West Des Moines?

Of the 24 firms shown, 9 keep an office in West Des Moines. The others come from other towns within 15 mi. Planning takes only a handful of meetings, so people often travel for the right fit. Distances are straight-line.

Patterson Law Firm

Patterson Law Firm

(6)
  • Needs
  • Custody
“She takes great consideration and pride in helping her clients by listening to their needs and wants in these high stressed situations.”
In Business Since 1968
BBB Rating: A+
Des Moines, IA · 9 mi from West Des Moines
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Whitfield & Eddy Law

Whitfield & Eddy Law

(5)
“With Zach in our corner, we finally were able to sleep at night knowing that our voices were finally being heard and represented in a way that intelligently conveyed what was important to us.”
Accepts Insurance
In Business Since 1932
BBB Rating: A+
Des Moines, IA · 9 mi from West Des Moines
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Hedberg & Boulton

Hedberg & Boulton

(13)
  • Understanding
  • 2021
“He went above and beyond to assure me that everything was going great and not to worry about issues as that was his job to take care of my worries which he did.”
Se Habla Español
In Business Since 2005
Free Initial Consultation
Des Moines, IA · 9 mi from West Des Moines
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Carney Appleby Law

Carney Appleby Law

(9)
  • Communication
  • Understand
“There was a point where the mediator requested clarification on a whole list of claims from my former landlord, and I felt a bit defeated, but Jasper reassured me that it was normal for the mediator to kind of push back a bit, and not to give up.”
In Business Since 2012
Des Moines, IA · 9 mi from West Des Moines
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Elverson Vasey

Elverson Vasey

(23)
  • Questions
  • Will
  • Mind
“Thrilled to finally find a firm that returned my calls and actually followed up with me on my many guestions regarding some legal issues my parents were involved in.”
In Business Since 2004
Des Moines, IA · 9 mi from West Des Moines
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JDJ Law Firm

JDJ Law Firm

(20)
  • Compassion
  • Integrity
  • Understanding
“Judy and her staff always provided helpful, responsive advice and expertise as we sought to establish legal guardianships for our family members with special needs.”
In Business Since 2018
Des Moines, IA · 9 mi from West Des Moines
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Wilson Deege Despotovich Riemenschneider & Rittgers PLC

Wilson Deege Despotovich Riemenschneider & Rittgers PLC

(6)
“We dealt with Wayne Wilson extremely nice gentleman, had all the time in the world for my elderly father, who was in the Marines twice, great guy with Vets, he Is also a veteran, I highly recommend them couldn't be nicer or more helpful,”
In Business Since 2001
4200 University Ave #424, West Des Moines, IA
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Balduchi Law Office

Balduchi Law Office

(10)
“Kent is unbelievably patient and thorough in explaining things in layman's terms!”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2001
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Des Moines, IA · 9 mi from West Des Moines
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Coppola Hockenberg Law Firm

Coppola Hockenberg Law Firm

(18)
  • Questions
  • Knowledge
“Switching to Chris was the right choice and with his help and compassionate representation I was able to get a settlement that was more fair and 50 50 custody of my daughter.”
In Business Since 2017
2100 Westown Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA
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Simpson, Jensen, Abels, Fischer & Bouslog

Simpson, Jensen, Abels, Fischer & Bouslog

(5)
  • Information
“They covered every potential direction and every conceivable avenue that LSBR could take in an attempt to shirk off responsibility to my wife as her longtime employer.”
In Business Since 1930
Des Moines, IA · 9 mi from West Des Moines
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Witherwax Law

Witherwax Law

(11)
“Bryan's firm is not limited to just one practice area, he handles bankruptcy, personal injury, business litigation and a variety of other matters, he may be your one stop shop.”
In Business Since 2007
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
6205 Mills Civic Pkwy Suite #201, West Des Moines, IA
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John S Harding

John S Harding

(6)
“Helpful, makes sure you understand everything you are dealing with.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 1998
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Des Moines, IA · 9 mi from West Des Moines
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Belin McCormick

Belin McCormick

(4)
“Great Service”
In Business Since 1982
Des Moines, IA · 9 mi from West Des Moines
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Frank Smith Law Offices

Frank Smith Law Offices

(3)
  • Secretary
“With cases thanx tho.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 1979
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Des Moines, IA · 9 mi from West Des Moines
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Thomas T Tarbox Law Office

Thomas T Tarbox Law Office

In Business Since 2012
Des Moines, IA · 9 mi from West Des Moines
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The Law Office of James R. Monroe

The Law Office of James R. Monroe

(5)
“His experience and case reference along with his personal knowledge and professional relationship with opposing counsel, judges, and other contacts, he's a great defense to have in your corner!”
In Business Since 2011
Des Moines, IA · 9 mi from West Des Moines
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Beatty & Miller

Beatty & Miller

In Business Since 2008
2700 Westown Pkwy # 310, West Des Moines, IA
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Oliver Law Firm

Oliver Law Firm

(2)
“Oliver is an effective litigator and has been very responsive to any of my communications.”
In Business Since 2005
974 73rd St #8, West Des Moines, IA
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Why these companies made our list

What clients say about firms in and near West Des Moines

  • “We used the Kreamer Law Firm to update our estate and living will and testament documents and I can honestly say they surpassed all expectations.” — client of Kreamer Law Firm
  • “I appreciated the professional attitude and willingness to guide me through the process of getting the trust and how to implement it.” — client of Pearson Bollman Law
  • “They have always been very responsive, professional and willing to help walk you through any process.” — client of Elverson Vasey
  • “In today’s world we can read and watch many things about wills, trusts, and estate planning but Hope makes it a smooth process by explaining the necessities and working with what is important to you.” — client of Hope Wood JD

Excerpts from public reviews of the firms listed on this page.

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