Atty. Gregory Wayne Peterson

Atty. Gregory Wayne Peterson

Gregory Wayne Peterson is a lawyer practicing car crashes, personal injury, workers compensation and 2 other areas of law. Gregory received a B.A. degree from Cornell College in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Des Moines Des Moines 47 yrs experience 47 year
Call (515) 655-8833 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Gregory Wayne Peterson at a glance

Gregory Wayne Peterson is an Attorney based in Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Greg Peterson Law Firm, PLC. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on personal injury, workers comp, ssd, and securities. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1979), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa (1985), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa (1985), and Nebraska (1990). Educated at Drake University (J.D., 1978) and Cornell College (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Polk County Bar Association Iowa State Bar Association. Serands clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Gregory Wayne Peterson is a lawyer practicing car crashes, personal injury, workers compensation and 2 other areas of law
  • Gregory received a B.A. degree from Cornell College in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Gregory practices at Greg Peterson Law Firm, PLC in Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Gregory Wayne Peterson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gregory Wayne Peterson 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.

Gregory Wayne Peterson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Iowa →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Gregory Wayne Peterson is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Iowa →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Gregory Wayne Peterson is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Iowa →

Securities Law

Gregory Wayne Peterson is one of 64,529 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities 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 Des Moines 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 andnue, 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.

Looking for additional Iowa attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Des Moines or all attorneys in Iowa.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Gregory Wayne Peterson

Where is Gregory Wayne Peterson's law office located?
Gregory Wayne Peterson's law practice is located in Des Moines, Iowa. The firm is Greg Peterson Law Firm, PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gregory Wayne Peterson handle?
Gregory Wayne Peterson focuses on personal injury, workers comp, ssd, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Gregory Wayne Peterson practiced law?
Gregory Wayne Peterson has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Gregory Wayne Peterson go to law school?
Gregory Wayne Peterson earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Gregory Wayne Peterson for a consultation?
You can contact Gregory Wayne Peterson 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 Gregory Wayne Peterson received?
Gregory Wayne Peterson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Drake University
- 1978
B.A.
Cornell College
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa
Admitted: 1985
Nebraska
Admitted: 1990
Wisconsin
Admitted: 1990
Michigan
Admitted: 1990
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth, Eighth, Ninth and Eleventh Circuits
Admitted: 1990

Reviews

4.9
1 Review
5 0
4 0
3 0
2 0
1 0
These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.