Atty. Richard J. Howes

Atty. Richard J. Howes

Richard J. Howes is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, personal injury, business litigation and 1 other area of law.

West Des Moines West Des Moines 58 yrs experience 58 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard J. Howes at a glance

Richard J. Howes is an Attorney based in West Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Howes & Anderson, P.C.. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1968). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1968) and University of Iowa (B.A., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Polk County, Iowa State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in West Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Richard J. Howes is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, personal injury, business litigation and 1 other area of law
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from University of Iowa in 1966, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • Richard practices at Howes & Anderson, P.C. in West Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard J. Howes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard J. Howes handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

Richard J. Howes is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Iowa →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Richard J. Howes is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Iowa →

Civil Litigation

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

Richard J. Howes 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 West 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 Richard J. Howes

Where is Richard J. Howes's law office located?
Richard J. Howes's law practice is located in West Des Moines, Iowa. The firm is Howes & Anderson, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard J. Howes handle?
Richard J. Howes focuses on personal injury, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Richard J. Howes practiced law?
Richard J. Howes has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did Richard J. Howes go to law school?
Richard J. Howes earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (B.A., 1966).
How can I contact Richard J. Howes for a consultation?
You can contact Richard J. Howes 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 Richard J. Howes received?
Richard J. Howes's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Iowa
- 1968
B.A.
University of Iowa
- 1966

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1968

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