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Atty. Robert Richard Anderson

Atty. Robert Richard Anderson

Robert Richard Anderson is a lawyer practicing chapter 7 bankruptcy, civil rights, litigation and 6 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from California State University in 1974, and has been licensed for 43 years.

West Des Moines West Des Moines 43 yrs experience 43 year
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About Robert Richard Anderson at a glance

Robert Richard Anderson is an Attorney based in West Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Robert R Anderson Attorney At Law. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on wills, chapter 7, child custody, trusts, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in California (1983) and Iowa (2006). Educated at California State University (B.A. Criminal, 1974) and Western State University College of Law J.D. (—). Serands clients in West Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Robert Richard Anderson is a lawyer practicing chapter 7 bankruptcy, civil rights, litigation and 6 other areas of law
  • Robert received a B.A. degree from California State University in 1974, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Robert practices at Robert R. Anderson Attorney At Law in West Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Richard Anderson's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

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Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Robert Richard Anderson is one of 8,885 chapter 7 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 7 attorneys in Iowa →

Child Custody & Visitation

Robert Richard Anderson is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Iowa →

Trusts

Robert Richard Anderson is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Iowa →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Robert Richard Anderson is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense 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 Robert Richard Anderson

Where is Robert Richard Anderson's law office located?
Robert Richard Anderson's law practice is located in West Des Moines, Iowa. The firm is Robert R Anderson Attorney At Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Richard Anderson handle?
Robert Richard Anderson focuses on wills, chapter 7, child custody, trusts, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Robert Richard Anderson practiced law?
Robert Richard Anderson has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Robert Richard Anderson go to law school?
Robert Richard Anderson earned their education at (B.A. Criminal, 1974); (—).
How can I contact Robert Richard Anderson for a consultation?
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Education

B.A. Criminal
California State University
- 1974
Western State University College of Law J.D.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1983
Iowa
Admitted: 2006

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