Iowa residents facing social security disability issues have access to attorneys who specialize in SSDI and SSI benefit claims, disability appeals, ALJ hearings, and Appeals Council review. The legal framework in Iowa differs from other states in important ways, and the attorneys listed here have experience navigating District Court proceedings and the specific regulations that govern social security disability cases in this jurisdiction.

Social Security disability claims follow federal procedures, but the hearing offices and Administrative Law Judges in Iowa have their own patterns. After an initial denial — which happens to the majority of applicants — you have 60 days to appeal. Most successful claims are won at the ALJ hearing stage, and having an attorney who regularly appears before Iowa's ALJs provides a measurable advantage.

Choosing the right social security disability 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.

For a detailed overview of how social security disability law works in Iowa — including key statutes, deadlines, and what to expect from the legal process — Read our complete guide to social security disability law in Iowa. If you're ready to take the next step, browse the attorney profiles below and reach out for a free consultation.

Kimberly Kuchel - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Bauerly & Langel
 1288 Lincoln St SW Le Mars IA 51031
(712) 546-8873
Morningside College
English
Nebraska Bar
Active License
Agricultural Law Business Law Elder Law
Thad Murphy - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Pearson Bollman Law
 54 Okoboji Grove Road Unit 9 Arnolds Park IA 51331
University of Iowa School of Law (2000)
Unknown Status
Elder Law Estate Planning Probate
Lynn Rose - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Mears Law Office
 209 E. Washington Paul-Helen Bldg, Ste. 203 Iowa City IA 52240
(319) 351-4363
English
Iowa Bar
Unknown Status
Appeals & Appellate Criminal Law Family Law
Dirk J. Hamel - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Gilloon Wright & Hamel P.C
 770 Main St Dubuque IA 52001
(563) 556-6433
University of Iowa (1986)
English
Iowa Bar
Unknown Status
Personal Injury Social Security Disability
Derek Johnson - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Johnson and Bonzer, PLC
 809 Central Avenue, Suite 400 Fort Dodge IA 50501
(515) 955-2193
Active License
Criminal Law Divorce DUI & DWI
John Sandy - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 304 18th St Spirit Lake IA 51360
(712) 336-5588
Salisbury University
Iowa Bar
Unknown Status
Arbitration & Mediation Business Law Criminal 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
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
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
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 Burns - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 301 W Broadway St Decorah IA 52101
(563) 382-4226
Cornell College
Iowa Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Divorce Employment Law
David Scott - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 407 Grand Ave Spencer IA 51301
(712) 262-1630
University of South Dakota
Iowa Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Civil Rights Criminal Law
Bryan Arneson - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 701 Pierce St Sioux City IA 51101
(712) 277-1434
University of South Dakota
Iowa Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Personal Injury Social Security Disability
Jonathan Coy - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 408 SW 3rd St Ankeny IA 50023
(515) 964-1825
University of Northern Iowa
Iowa Bar
Unknown Status
Bankruptcy Criminal Law Divorce
Timothy Lapointe - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 23 3rd Street NW P.O. Box 525 Mason City IA 50402
(641) 424-4333
University of Northern Iowa
Iowa Bar
Unknown Status
Appeals & Appellate Business Law Criminal Law
Emmanuel Bikakis - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 701 Pierce St Sioux City IA 51101
(712) 277-1434
Sioux City Central High
Iowa Bar
Unknown Status
Arbitration & Mediation Business Law Estate Planning
William Kurth - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 823 W Main St Lake City IA 51449
(712) 464-3175
University of Iowa
Iowa Bar
Unknown Status
Agricultural Law Business Law Estate Planning
Jonathan Coy - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 408 SW 3rd St Ankeny IA 50023
(515) 964-1825
University of Northern Iowa
Iowa Bar
Unknown Status
Bankruptcy Criminal Law Divorce
James Hoffman - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 3550 270th Ave Keokuk IA 52632
(319) 524-4441
University of Northern Iowa
Iowa Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Personal Injury Social Security Disability
James Hoffman - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 3550 270th Ave Keokuk IA 52632
(319) 524-4441
University of Northern Iowa
Iowa Bar
Unknown Status
Personal Injury Social Security Disability
Danny Cornell - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 110 N Jefferson St Mt Pleasant IA 52641
(319) 385-9522
Evangel College
Iowa Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Personal Injury Social Security Disability
James Hoffman - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 3550 270th Ave Keokuk IA 52632
(319) 524-4441
University of Northern Iowa
Iowa Bar
Unknown Status
Personal Injury Social Security Disability
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