Atty. Joel E. Fenton

Atty. Joel E. Fenton

Joel E. Fenton is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, personal injury, social security disability and 13 other areas of law.

Des Moines Des Moines 30 yrs experience 30 year
Call (515) 561-5173 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Joel E. Fenton at a glance

Joel E. Fenton is an Attorney based in Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Law Offices of Joel E. Fenton PLC. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, employment, and immigration. Admitted to practice in Iowa U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit U.S. Distr (1996). Educated at Drake Univeristy (J.D., 1995) and Wartburg College (B.A., 1991). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Joel E. Fenton is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, personal injury, social security disability and 13 other areas of law
  • Joel received a B.A. degree from Wartburg College in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Joel practices at Law Offices of Joel E. Fenton PLC in Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Joel E. Fenton's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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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.

Joel E. Fenton is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Iowa →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Employment Law

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

Joel E. Fenton is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Iowa →

Immigration Law

Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.

Joel E. Fenton is one of 40,633 immigration attorneys indexed nationally. Browse immigration 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Joel E. Fenton

Where is Joel E. Fenton's law office located?
Joel E. Fenton's law practice is located in Des Moines, Iowa. The firm is Law Offices of Joel E. Fenton PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joel E. Fenton handle?
Joel E. Fenton focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense, employment, immigration. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Joel E. Fenton practiced law?
Joel E. Fenton has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Joel E. Fenton go to law school?
Joel E. Fenton earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A., 1991).
How can I contact Joel E. Fenton for a consultation?
You can contact Joel E. Fenton 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 Joel E. Fenton received?
Joel E. Fenton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Drake Univeristy
- 1995
B.A.
Wartburg College
- 1991

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Iowa U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit U.S. Distr
Admitted: 1996

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