Atty. Beth E. Hansen
Beth E. Hansen is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, civil litigation, school law and 2 other areas of law.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Independence, IA · 35+ Years Experience
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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.
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About Beth E. Hansen
- 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 Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Beth E. Hansen handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Independence.
Personal Injury in Independence
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 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Iowa →
Employment Law in Independence
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Beth E. Hansen is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Iowa →
Civil Litigation in Independence
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Beth E. Hansen is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Iowa →
Education Law in Independence
Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.
Beth E. Hansen is one of 23,864 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education attorneys in Iowa →
Insurance Law in Independence
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
Beth E. Hansen is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Iowa →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Independence
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.
Independence Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Independence-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Independence Choose Beth E. Hansen
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Beth E. Hansen's practice in the field of personal injury, employment, litigation, education, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Beth E. Hansen brings 35+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Iowa U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Iowa, Beth E. Hansen can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, employment, and litigation, Beth E. Hansen can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Independence
A Independence-based practice means Beth E. Hansen attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Beth E. Hansen Handles in Independence
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