Howes & Anderson, P.C. is a distinguished Iowa law firm specializing in estate planning, elder law, and comprehensive legal counsel for individuals, families, and businesses. Founded in 1989 and based in West Des Moines, the firm has built a reputation for excellence by providing reliable, personalized legal guidance aimed at protecting clients’ rights and best interests.
The firm’s approach centers on direct attorney-client relationships, ensuring clients work exclusively with experienced lawyers—Richard Howes, Ron Anderson, or Molly Anderson—rather than legal assistants. This commitment to personal service, combined with efficient communication via electronic correspondence and phone, allows the firm to offer affordable rates and convenience while delivering sound legal strategies tailored to each client’s needs.
Services Offered
- Estate Planning
- Wills
- Trusts
- Probate
- Estate Administration
- Powers of Attorney
- Living Wills
- Elder Law
- Business Law
- Family Law
- Personal Injury
- Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
- Litigation
Serving clients throughout Iowa—including Polk, Dallas, and Warren Counties, and communities such as West Des Moines, Clive, Waukee, Urbandale, Johnston, Ankeny, and surrounding areas—the firm offers free initial consultations and is dedicated to delivering efficient, client-focused legal solutions.
