Atty. Stephen Ross Eckley

Atty. Stephen Ross Eckley

Stephen Ross Eckley is a lawyer practicing appeals, litigation, alternative dispute resolution and 2 other areas of law. Stephen received a B.A. degree from Drake University, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Des Moines Des Moines 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen Ross Eckley at a glance

Stephen Ross Eckley is a litigation, adr, and appellate attorney based in Des Moines, Iowa. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1981), Iowa U.S. Supreme Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa U. (1984), and Colorado U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (2003). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1981) and Drake University B.A. summa cum laude Drake University B.A. Phi Beta Kappa (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Polk County, Iowa State and American Bar Associations American Board of Trial Advocates. Serands clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Stephen Ross Eckley is a lawyer practicing appeals, litigation, alternative dispute resolution and 2 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a B.A. degree from Drake University, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Stephen practices in Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Ross Eckley's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen Ross Eckley handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

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

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Stephen Ross Eckley is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Iowa →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

Stephen Ross Eckley is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate 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 Stephen Ross Eckley

Where is Stephen Ross Eckley's law office located?
Stephen Ross Eckley's law practice is located in Des Moines, Iowa. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Ross Eckley handle?
Stephen Ross Eckley focuses on litigation, adr, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Stephen Ross Eckley practiced law?
Stephen Ross Eckley has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Stephen Ross Eckley go to law school?
Stephen Ross Eckley earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (—).
How can I contact Stephen Ross Eckley for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Stephen Ross Eckley received?
Stephen Ross Eckley's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1981
Drake University B.A. summa cum laude Drake University B.A. Phi Beta Kappa
- In Progress

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1981
Iowa U.S. Supreme Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa U.
Admitted: 1984
Colorado U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 2003

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