Atty. John R. Hearn

Atty. John R. Hearn

John R. Hearn is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, workers compensation, domestic law.

Des Moines Des Moines 56 yrs experience 56 year
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Profile Summary

About John R. Hearn at a glance

John R. Hearn is an Attorney based in Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at John R. Hearn. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on workers comp and litigation. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1970) and U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit and U.S. District Courts, Northern and Sou (1970). Educated at Drake University (J.D., 1970) and College of St. Thomas and Drake University (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Polk County, Iowa State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John R. Hearn is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, workers compensation, domestic law
  • John received a B.A. degree from College of St. Thomas and Drake University in 1968, and has been licensed for 56 years
  • John practices at John R. Hearn in Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

John R. Hearn's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John R. Hearn handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Workers Compensation

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

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Civil Litigation

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

John R. Hearn is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 John R. Hearn

Where is John R. Hearn's law office located?
John R. Hearn's law practice is located in Des Moines, Iowa. The firm is John R. Hearn. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John R. Hearn handle?
John R. Hearn focuses on workers comp, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has John R. Hearn practiced law?
John R. Hearn has 56+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1970.
Where did John R. Hearn go to law school?
John R. Hearn earned their education at (J.D., 1970); (B.A., 1968).
How can I contact John R. Hearn for a consultation?
You can contact John R. Hearn 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 John R. Hearn received?
John R. Hearn's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Drake University
- 1970
B.A.
College of St. Thomas and Drake University
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1970
U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit and U.S. District Courts, Northern and Sou
Admitted: 1970

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