Atty. Beth E. Hansen

Atty. Beth E. Hansen

Beth E. Hansen is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, civil litigation, school law and 2 other areas of law.

Independence Independence 35 Years Experience 35 year
Call (319) 300-7324

Profile Summary

About Beth E. Hansen at a glance

Beth E. Hansen is a Member based in Independence, Iowa, practicing at Swisher & Cohrt, P.L.C.. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, litigation, education, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Iowa U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit U.S. Supreme Court (1991) and U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Iowa (1991). Educated at Creighton University School of Law (J.D., 1991) and University of Iowa (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Black Hawk County. Serves clients in Independence, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Beth E. Hansen is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, civil litigation, school law and 2 other areas of law
  • Beth E. received a B.A. degree from University of Iowa in 1973, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Beth E. practices at Swisher & Cohrt, P.L.C. in Independence, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Beth E. Hansen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Beth E. Hansen handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Beth E. Hansen is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Iowa →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Beth E. Hansen is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Iowa →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Beth E. Hansen is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Iowa →

Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

Beth E. Hansen is one of 21,546 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education attorneys in Iowa →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Beth E. Hansen is one of 109,871 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Iowa →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Iowa

Practicing law in Iowa. Legal matters in Iowa are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Independence are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Iowa state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Iowa brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Iowa courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Beth E. Hansen

Where is Beth E. Hansen's law office located?
Beth E. Hansen's law practice is located in Independence, Iowa. The firm is Swisher & Cohrt, P.L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Beth E. Hansen handle?
Beth E. Hansen focuses on personal injury, employment, litigation, education, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Beth E. Hansen practiced law?
Beth E. Hansen has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Beth E. Hansen go to law school?
Beth E. Hansen earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact Beth E. Hansen for a consultation?
You can contact Beth E. Hansen directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Beth E. Hansen received?
Beth E. Hansen's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Creighton University School of Law
- 1991
B.A.
University of Iowa
- 1973

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Iowa U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Iowa
Admitted: 1991

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