Medical Malpractice law in Iowa covers surgical errors, misdiagnosis, birth injuries, medication errors, and hospital negligence. When these legal matters arise, having the right attorney can make a significant difference in the outcome. Iowa has its own statutes, court procedures, and legal standards that apply specifically to medical malpractice cases, and attorneys who practice in District Court regularly understand the nuances that affect how these matters are resolved.

One of the most important things to know about medical malpractice law in Iowa is the statute of limitations. You generally have 2 years from the date of injury to file a claim. Iowa follows modified comparative fault with 50% bar (Iowa Code § 668.3) for determining liability, which directly affects how much compensation you may recover. Cases are filed in District Court, and knowing how local judges handle these matters gives experienced attorneys a real advantage.

Choosing the right medical malpractice attorney in Iowa means evaluating more than just qualifications — it means finding someone who understands the local legal system and has handled similar cases. Use the profiles on this page to compare attorney experience, read client reviews, check office locations, and identify lawyers who offer free initial consultations. Taking the time to compare options can significantly affect your outcome.

Want to understand your legal rights before contacting an attorney? Read our complete guide to medical malpractice law in Iowa for an in-depth look at Iowa's statutes, court procedures, and what outcomes are possible. When you're ready, use the profiles below to compare attorneys and schedule a consultation.

Joseph R Casey - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Harding Law Offices
 1217 Army Post Road Des Moines IA 50315
(515) 287-1454
Drake University Law School (2015)
English
8th Circuit Bar
Active License
Business Law Consumer Law Legal Malpractice
Darin Luneckas - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Luneckas Law, P.C.
 866 1st Ave NE, Suite A Cedar Rapids IA 52402
(319) 294-8777
University of Iowa College of Law (1996)
Unknown Status
Asbestos & Mesothelioma Medical Malpractice Personal Injury
Mitchell Taylor - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 420 N Roosevelt Avenue Suite 110 Burlington IA 52601
(319) 752-4537
Drake University Law School (1989)
English
Iowa Bar
Active License
Bankruptcy Business Law Criminal Law
Robert Tiefenthaler - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Tiefenthaler Law Office, P.C.
 501 Pierce St. Ste. 210 Sioux City IA 51101
(712) 252-5080
South Dakota Bar
Active License
Criminal Law DUI & DWI Medical Malpractice
Peter Hansen - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Hansen Law Offices
 319 North Main Street Burlington IA 52601
(319) 752-5515
University of Iowa (1979)
English
Iowa Bar
Unknown Status
Animal & Dog Law Bankruptcy Criminal Law
Ryan Edward Weese - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Hudson Law Office
 5015 Grand Ridge Drive Suite 100 West Des Moines IA 50265
(515) 223-4567
Drake University Law School (1998)
English
8th Circuit Bar
Unknown Status
Divorce Family Law Medical Malpractice
Jamie Linn Cox - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 710 Iowa Avenue Onawa IA 51040
(712) 322-6000
University of Iowa (1998)
Nebraska Bar
Active License
Agricultural Law Appeals & Appellate Arbitration & Mediation
Bryan Goldsmith - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 111 West Second Street Box 601 Ottumwa IA 52501
(641) 682-7579
Creighton University School of Law (2003)
English
Iowa Bar
Active License
Appeals & Appellate Business Law Collections
Jake Oeth - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Dickey, Campbell, & Sahag Law Office
 301 East Walnut Street, Suite 1 Des Moines IA 50309
Drake University Law School (2018)
English
Iowa Bar
Unknown Status
Asbestos & Mesothelioma Insurance Claims Medical Malpractice
Gregory A. Witke - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 505 Fifth Avenue, Suite 729 Des Moines IA 50309
(515) 283-2147
University of Iowa Scool of Law (1984)
Iowa Bar
Unknown Status
Arbitration & Mediation Construction Law Insurance Defense
Joel T. S. Greer - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 112 W Church St Marshalltown IA 50158
(641) 752-5467
University of Iowa College of Law (1978)
U.S. Supreme Court Bar
Active License
Arbitration & Mediation Business Law Divorce
Erik Luthens - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Parrish-Sams Luthens Law, P.C.
 2910 Westown Pkwy Ste. 203 West Des Moines IA 50266
(515) 222-1697
Drake University (1988)
Spanish
Iowa Bar
Active License
Legal Malpractice Medical Malpractice Personal Injury
Tim Semelroth - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
RSH Legal
 425 2nd St. SE Suite 1140 Cedar Rapids IA 52401
(319) 409-6575
University of Iowa (1997)
English
Iowa Bar
Unknown Status
Employment Law Medical Malpractice Personal Injury
Richard M. Tucker - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Phelan Tucker Law
 321 East Market Street Iowa CIty IA 52245
(319) 354-1104
University of Iowa College of Law (1975)
English
Unknown Status
Health Care Law Medical Malpractice
Robert Nading - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Nading Law Office
 408 SW 3rd Street Ankeny IA 50023
(515) 963-1000
Drake University Law School (1978)
Unknown Status
Asbestos & Mesothelioma Insurance Claims Medical Malpractice
Pressley Henningsen - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
RSH Legal
 425 2nd St. SE Suite 1140 Cedar Rapids IA 52401
(319) 409-6575
University of Iowa (1996)
English
8th Circuit Bar
Unknown Status
Medical Malpractice Nursing Home Abuse Personal Injury
Marc A. Humphrey - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 300 Walnut Street Suite 5 Des Moines IA 50309
(515) 331-3510
Drake University Law School (1977)
Unknown Status
Animal & Dog Law Civil Rights Employment Law
Carolyn R. Wallace - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Phelan Tucker Law
 321 East Market Street Iowa CIty IA 52245
(319) 354-1104
University of Iowa College of Law (2013)
English
Unknown Status
Business Law Health Care Law Medical Malpractice
Stephen Douglas Lombardi - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Lombardi Law Office
 4090 Westown Parkway Suite 108-A West Des Moines IA 50266
(515) 222-1110
Drake University Law School (1978)
English
Iowa Bar
Active License
Insurance Claims Medical Malpractice Personal Injury
Daniel James Vondra - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 Unit C North Liberty IA 52317
(319) 438-2888
University of Iowa College of Law (2001)
English, Spanish
8th Circuit Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law Immigration Law Medical Malpractice
Pope S. Yamada - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Phelan Tucker Law
 321 East Market Street Iowa CIty IA 52245
(319) 354-1104
University of Iowa College of Law (2003)
English
Unknown Status
Business Law Health Care Law Medical Malpractice
Jessica T. Glick - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Phelan Tucker Law
 321 East Market Street Iowa CIty IA 52245
(319) 354-1104
University of Iowa College of Law (2007)
English, French
Unknown Status
Health Care Law Medical Malpractice
Fredd Haas - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 5001 S.W. 9th Des Moines IA 50315
Drake University Law School (1979)
Unknown Status
Animal & Dog Law Medical Malpractice Nursing Home Abuse
Heather L. Carlson - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
McDonald, Woodward & Carlson PC
 100 E. KImberly Road Suite 700 Davenport IA 52806
(563) 355-6478
Unknown Status
Employment Law Medical Malpractice Personal Injury
George B. Jones - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
The Law Office of George B. Jones, PLLC
 720 Central Avenue Dubuque IA 52001
(515) 599-3400
University of Denver (1986)
English, Spanish
Alabama Bar
Unknown Status
Medical Malpractice Personal Injury Products Liability
Paul Demro - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 411 Main St Cedar Falls IA 50613
(319) 277-4102
University of Northern Iowa
Iowa Bar
Unknown Status
Bankruptcy Business Law Divorce
James Updegraff - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 117 S Vine St West Union IA 52175
(563) 422-6021
University of Iowa College of Law
Iowa Bar
Unknown Status
Agricultural Law Appeals & Appellate Arbitration & Mediation
James Updegraff - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 117 S Vine St West Union IA 52175
(563) 422-6021
University of Iowa College of Law
Iowa Bar
Unknown Status
Agricultural Law Appeals & Appellate Arbitration & Mediation
Daniel Hartnett - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 614 Pierce St Sioux City IA 51101
(712) 277-4561
University of Nebraska at Lincoln
Iowa Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Civil Rights Construction Law
James Updegraff - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 117 S Vine St West Union IA 52175
(563) 422-6021
University of Iowa College of Law
Iowa Bar
Unknown Status
Agricultural Law Appeals & Appellate Arbitration & Mediation
Paul Demro - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 411 Main St Cedar Falls IA 50613
(319) 277-4102
University of Northern Iowa
Iowa Bar
Unknown Status
Bankruptcy Business Law Divorce
James Updegraff - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 117 S Vine St West Union IA 52175
(563) 422-6021
US Army Judge Advocate Generals School
Iowa Bar
Unknown Status
Agricultural Law Appeals & Appellate Arbitration & Mediation
James Updegraff - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 117 S Vine St West Union IA 52175
(563) 422-6021
University of Iowa College of Law
Iowa Bar
Unknown Status
Agricultural Law Appeals & Appellate Arbitration & Mediation
Stephen Nielsen - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 4000 Westown Pkwy West des Moines IA 50266
(515) 327-1222
University of Iowa
Iowa Bar
Unknown Status
Arbitration & Mediation Business Law Divorce
Matthew Berry - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 306 Main Ave Clear Lake IA 50428
(641) 357-7296
North Iowa Area Community College
Iowa Bar
Unknown Status
Agricultural Law Bankruptcy Business Law
Jeffrey Tronvold - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 1921 51st St NE Cedar Rapids IA 52402
(319) 393-1020
United States Military Academy, West Point, NY
Iowa Bar
Unknown Status
Agricultural Law Business Law Civil Rights
Stephen Avery - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 407 Grand Ave Spencer IA 51301
(712) 262-1630
University of Iowa
Iowa Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Employment Law Legal Malpractice
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