Atty. Robert L. Fanter

Atty. Robert L. Fanter

Robert L. Fanter is a lawyer practicing product liability, litigation, alternative dispute resolution and 4 other areas of law.

Des Moines Des Moines 57 yrs experience 57 year
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Profile Summary

About Robert L. Fanter at a glance

Robert L. Fanter is a personal injury, business, ip, product liability, and litigation attorney based in Des Moines, Iowa. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1969). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1969) and University of Iowa (B.B.A., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Polk County and Iowa State Bar Associations ALFA International (Midwest Regional Steering Committee) American Board of Trial Advocates (Advocate) Defense Research Institute, Inc and (Past-President, 1997) International Association of Defense Counsel Iowa Academy of Trial Lawyers Iowa Defense Counsel Association Products Liability Advisory Council. Serands clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Robert L. Fanter is a lawyer practicing product liability, litigation, alternative dispute resolution and 4 other areas of law
  • Robert received a B.B.A. degree from University of Iowa in 1966, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • Robert practices in Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Robert L. Fanter's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert L. Fanter 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.

Robert L. Fanter 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.

Robert L. Fanter is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Iowa →

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Robert L. Fanter is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Iowa →

Product Liability

Robert L. Fanter is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Iowa →

Civil Litigation

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

Robert L. Fanter 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 Robert L. Fanter

Where is Robert L. Fanter's law office located?
Robert L. Fanter's law practice is located in Des Moines, Iowa. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert L. Fanter handle?
Robert L. Fanter focuses on personal injury, business, ip, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Robert L. Fanter practiced law?
Robert L. Fanter has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did Robert L. Fanter go to law school?
Robert L. Fanter earned their education at (J.D., 1969); (B.B.A., 1966).
How can I contact Robert L. Fanter for a consultation?
You can contact Robert L. Fanter 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 Robert L. Fanter received?
Robert L. Fanter's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Iowa
- 1969
B.B.A.
University of Iowa
- 1966

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1969

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