Atty. Jon Vasey
Jon was born in Sioux Falls, South Dakota in 1957. He attended the University of Iowa and graduated with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in 1980.
Insurance Law & More Attorney · Serving Des Moines, IA
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About Jon Vasey at a Glance
Jon Vasey is a personal injury and insurance attorney based in Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Elverson Vasey. Educated at Drake University (J.D., 1983). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Insurance (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (2026). Serves clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jon Vasey
- Jon was born in Sioux Falls, South Dakota in 1957
- He attended the University of Iowa and graduated with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in 1980
- He earned his Juris Doctorate from Drake University in 1983 and was admitted to the Iowa State Bar that same year
- Jon has received the highest possible rating in legal ability and ethical standards from Martindale-Hubbell, earning an AV Preeminent peer review rating
- Jon is also included in Martindale-Hubbell’s Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers for Insurance Defense and is listed in Best’s Directory of Recommended Insurance Attorneys
- Jon is on the Board of Governors for the Iowa Defense Counsel Association and is also a member of the Defense Research Institute, Iowa Academy of Trial Lawyers, American Academy of ADR Attorneys, Iowa State Bar Association, and Polk County Bar Association
- He is admitted to practice in Iowa and before the United States District Court, Southern and Northern Districts of Iowa
Practice Areas Explained
Jon Vasey's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jon Vasey handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Des Moines.
Personal Injury in Des Moines
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.
Jon Vasey is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Iowa →
Insurance Law in Des Moines
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
Jon Vasey is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 Vasey
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 Vasey's practice in the field of personal injury and insurance.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury and insurance, Jon Vasey 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 Vasey attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Jon Vasey Handles in Des Moines
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Jon Vasey has experience with under Iowa law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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