Atty. Matthew D. Blake
Matthew D. Blake is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Elder Law, Real Estate Law and Trusts and Estates.
Elder Law & More Attorney · Serving Des Moines, IA · 11+ Years Experience
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About Matthew D. Blake at a Glance
Matthew D. Blake is a trusts, real estate, and elder law attorney based in Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Dickinson, Bradshaw, Fowler & Hagen PC. They have 11+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2015. Admitted to practice in Iowa, The Iowa State Bar Association (2015). Educated at Drake University (J.D., 2015). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Elder Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026). Serves clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Matthew D. Blake
- Matthew D. Blake is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Elder Law, Real Estate Law and Trusts and Estates
- Matthew D., who practices law in Des Moines, Iowa, has been recognized since 2026
- This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Matthew D. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area
- With an extensive background serving as the General Counsel to the Association of REALTORS, Matt has a practice that specializes in real estate and land use matters, including residential and commercial brokerage work
- He also advises business clients in a variety of related areas including construction, contracts and agreements, business law, licensing and administrative law, municipal law, and emerging technology issues
- Matt also worked in government relations at the Iowa Capitol for several years representing aging service providers, such as nursing facilities and assisted living providers
- In this role he gained extensive knowledge of Iowa’s Medicaid system and issues facing Iowa’s aging populations
- He uses this knowledge to advise clients on the complexities of navigating the Medicaid spend down process and other issues related to elder law and estate planning
- As an active military Officer of the Iowa Army National Guard, Matt has covered a wide range of legal matters over the past seven years serving as a Judge Advocate (JAG)
- In his practice at Dickinson Bradshaw, he uses this valuable experience to counsel clients on USERRA, SCRA, and other military leave matters
- Matt was a member of the Urbandale City Council from 2019 to 2023 and was elected to his first term in the Iowa Senate in 2024
Practice Areas Explained
Matthew D. Blake's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew D. Blake handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Des Moines.
Trusts in Des Moines
Matthew D. Blake is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Iowa →
Real Estate Law in Des Moines
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Matthew D. Blake is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Iowa →
Elder Law in Des Moines
Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
Matthew D. Blake is one of 52,999 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law 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 Matthew D. Blake
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 Matthew D. Blake's practice in the field of trusts, real estate, and elder law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Matthew D. Blake brings 11+ 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 trusts, real estate, and elder law, Matthew D. Blake 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 Matthew D. Blake 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 Matthew D. Blake Handles in Des Moines
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Matthew D. Blake 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.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Matthew D. Blake directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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