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Des Moines Attorneys
A Full-Service Firm Focused on
Delivering Hope
A serious auto accident, a workplace injury, a victim of medical malpractice, an impending divorce – these are all occasions when you might ask “Why me?” But the better question is “Where do I go from here?
Litigation experience matters. By choosing Hope Law Firm, you’ve made the right choice. 125+ years of combined litigation experience. 100+ bench and jury trials in State and Federal Courts across Iowa. 1000+ mediations and alternate dispute resolutions. 5000+ clients represented across Iowa. Tens of Millions $ recovered for injured Iowans year after year. Our attorneys are gifted problem-solvers, negotiators, and trial lawyers with the sensitivity to counsel you privately and the resolve to represent you aggressively.
Whether you are seeking compensation for a personal injury or workers compensation claim, involved in a child custody or divorce dispute, fighting criminal charges, navigating through Iowa helmet laws or being mistreated by your insurance company, the fact remains that you deserve high-quality legal representation from a firm you can trust. If you’re at a crisis point in your life and need legal assistance, we are here to deliver help and hope.
Contact us online or call (515) 298-5056 to request a FREE consultation.


Why Hope Law Firm?
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Thousands of cases successfully handled for our clients.
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We take an aggressive approach & have a proven track record.
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We treat you with compassion, honesty, dignity and respect.

Meet the Team
Experience Shown Through a Proven Track Record-
Andrew L. Hope
Attorney & Founder
Andrew Hope grew up in Sioux City, Iowa. At an early age, his father taught him how to weld and he worked at his parents’ sheet metal fabrication shop throughout his formative years. Andrew credits his parents for instilling a strong work ethic, drive to succeed, and dedication to helping those in need. -
Katie M. Naset
Attorney
Katie Naset practices primarily in the area of family law, including dissolution of marriage, child custody, and domestic violence cases. As a former Staff Attorney at Iowa Legal Aid, Katie has extensive experience in representing victims of domestic violence. -
Shannon M. Henson
Attorney
Shannon Henson primarily practices in the areas of personal injury and insurance claims arising from property damage to homes or businesses. In her personal injury practice, Shannon dedicates herself to obtaining fair outcomes for her clients who have suffered injuries as the result of automobile accidents, injuries sustained from slipping or falling due to the negligence of others, dog bites, and medical malpractice. -
Ben Cook
Attorney
Ben Cook grew up in Kansas. Ben moved to Iowa in 2006. Ben practices primarily in the areas of workers’ compensation and personal injury claims. Ben spent four years working as in-house counsel for a Des Moines insurance company. He understands how they operate from having been inside. He now only represents injured individuals. -
Stephen A. Neve
Attorney
Steve graduated from Simpson College with a BA in Political Science. He then earned his law degree from the Drake University School of Law in 2012. In addition to his law degree, Stephen also graduated with a Public Service Certificate for his extensive work providing pro bono legal services to underserved Iowans during his law school career. -
Jennifer A. Russell
Attorney
Jennifer graduated from the University of Northern Iowa in 1996 with a B.A. in Criminology with honors on the Dean’s List. She graduated from Creighton University Law School in 2000. While in law school, she was the winner of the Domestic Moot Court Competition and her criminal law article was published in the law review. -
Charlotte Ellen Keul
Attorney
Charlotte received her Bachelor of Arts (Anthropology with specialization in Archaeology) from the University of Iowa in May 1997 and her Juris Doctorate from Drake University Law School in May 2003. Charlotte was a collegiate swimmer and soccer player at the University of Iowa. Charlotte is a member of the Iowa State Bar Association. -
Brian Meyer
Attorney
Brian Meyer practices primarily in Family Law, Criminal Defense, Probate, and Personal Injury. Brian Grew up in Dubuque Iowa. ... -
Adam Naset
Attorney
Adam J. Naset is an attorney with Hope Law Firm & Associates, P.C. Adam grew up in the state of Iowa and graduated with a ... -
Erin E. Jordan
Attorney
Erin Jordan was born and raised in the State of Washington. She received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in 2002 from the ... -
Debra Hockett-Clark
Attorney
Debra Hockett-Clark has practiced divorce and family law for nearly 30 years. She is known for her attention to detail. Debra ... -
Halley Ryherd
Associate
Halley Ryherd was admitted to the Iowa Bar in 2014 after graduating from Drake University Law School and Iowa State ... -
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Amazing experience!
“One day my employer informed me that she received a garnishment order for a very large amount of money, mostly unfair high-interest rate charges from an old, small loan before my marriage. My wife and ...”
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Top notch Tommy
“Tommy Hillars got me out of a situation that didn't have much to do with me. My name and company was mentioned and another law firm wanted me to testify on behalf of their company. I gave him a call, ...”
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A knowledgeable, trustworthy attorney
“I had the pleasure of working with Charlotte at The Hope Law Firm through my custody case. Charlotte is a knowledgeable, trustworthy attorney who guided me through the process. Not only was I ...”
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Hope Law Firm is a phenomenal group and I would recommend to anyone!
“Hope Law Firm is outstanding! I have worked with them for a little over a year now. Always friendly, respectful, inviting, clean atmosphere. The location is perfect and hours are flexible with my ...”
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The Best Attorney !!!!
“I would highly recommend Andi Buffington for any legal problem you have as she went the extra mile with informing me with each step that was needed to deal with the issues at hand. She is aggressive ...”
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