Atty. Jon Peter Sullivan
Jon Peter Sullivan is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & debt, debtor and creditor law, real estate. Jon received a B.A. degree from University of Northern Iowa in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years.
Bankruptcy & Debt & More Attorney · Serving Des Moines, IA · 47+ Years Experience
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About Jon Peter Sullivan at a Glance
Jon Peter Sullivan is an Attorney based in Des Moines, Iowa. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on real estate, bankruptcy, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in Iowa U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Iowa U.S. Supreme Court (1979). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1979) and University of Northern Iowa (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jon Peter Sullivan
- Jon Peter Sullivan is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & debt, debtor and creditor law, real estate
- Jon received a B.A. degree from University of Northern Iowa in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
- Jon practices in Des Moines, IA
Practice Areas Explained
Jon Peter Sullivan's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jon Peter Sullivan handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Des Moines.
Real Estate Law in Des Moines
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Bankruptcy & Debt in Des Moines
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Jon Peter Sullivan is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Iowa →
Creditor Rights & Collections in Des Moines
Jon Peter Sullivan is one of 42,582 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Iowa →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Des Moines
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 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.
Des Moines Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Des Moines-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 Des Moines Choose Jon Peter Sullivan
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 Jon Peter Sullivan's practice in the field of real estate, bankruptcy, and creditor rights.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Jon Peter Sullivan brings 47+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering real estate, bankruptcy, and creditor rights, Jon Peter Sullivan can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Des Moines
A Des Moines-based practice means Jon Peter Sullivan 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 Jon Peter Sullivan Handles in Des Moines
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