Atty. Robert Lawrence Ford

Atty. Robert Lawrence Ford

Robert Lawrence Ford is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, family law, insurance and 2 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from Simpson College in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years.

Des Moines Des Moines 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About Robert Lawrence Ford at a glance

Robert Lawrence Ford is a personal injury, family law, litigation, insurance, and military attorney based in Des Moines, Iowa. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1996), U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Iowa (1996), and Texas (2012). Educated at Drake University (J.D., 1996) and Simpson College (B.A., 1993). Serands clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Robert Lawrence Ford is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, family law, insurance and 2 other areas of law
  • Robert received a B.A. degree from Simpson College in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Robert practices in Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Lawrence Ford's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Lawrence Ford 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 Lawrence Ford is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Iowa →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Robert Lawrence Ford is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Iowa →

Civil Litigation

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

Robert Lawrence Ford is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Iowa →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Robert Lawrence Ford is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Iowa →

Military Law

Military attorneys for court-martial, discharge upgrades, veterans benefits, and military family matters.

Robert Lawrence Ford is one of 8,613 military attorneys indexed nationally. Browse military 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 Lawrence Ford

Where is Robert Lawrence Ford's law office located?
Robert Lawrence Ford's law practice is located in Des Moines, Iowa. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Lawrence Ford handle?
Robert Lawrence Ford focuses on personal injury, family law, litigation, insurance, military. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Robert Lawrence Ford practiced law?
Robert Lawrence Ford has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Robert Lawrence Ford go to law school?
Robert Lawrence Ford earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1993).
How can I contact Robert Lawrence Ford for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Drake University
- 1996
B.A.
Simpson College
- 1993

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Iowa
Admitted: 1996
Texas
Admitted: 2012

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