A truly amazing law firm and compassionate group of individuals that will work with you and help…read moreyou get the compensation and support you need following the life changing events you endure after a Medical Malpractice incident. Mark Spellman and his associates will help you and your family in any and every way they can! They stood by my family and myself and were in constant communication with us, letting us know what was going on with our case and breaking it down so that we could fully understand the legal proceedings that were ongoing. They were there for us through every step of the case including finding us expert witnesses that were able to fight and identify the various circumstances surrounding our case. My case was probably very different than many other cases due to my military service and having a majority of my care being completed with the Veteran's Affairs. I strongly recommend Mark Spellman and his Law Firm to any and all individuals facing a potential Medical Malpractice case, including my fellow Veterans' and their families. Mr. Spellman showed the upmost professionalism and compassion for my issues and was always willing to take my call at anytime day or night. He was always there for me to help me understand and appreciate the significance of my case. He took my opinions and medical issues seriously and worked with me through some of mine and my family's darkest times. I cannot stress enough how significant this was for me after facing the life changing and debilitating events following my medical malpractice incident. The dark times I speak of remain some of the worst I have been through in my life and even though I know my case is completed I know I can still count on Mr. Spellman to be there for me and my family should we need or require it. I cannot express my true appreciation or admiration of Mr. Spellman's expertise and guidance with my case! Even with the unique and complex nature of my case Mr. Spellman's firm and his associates always went above and beyond with their efforts and their expertise in helping us receive the compensation and care I required after going through the life changing and debilitating events that happened to me. This always included ensuring that my family was the top priority in dealing with my Medical Malpractice case. I cannot speak highly enough of Mr. Spellman and his firm, it is my personal opinion for anyone facing legal proceedings following a Medical Malpractice incident, that you consider Mr. Mark Spellman and his staff first and foremost as they will fight for you and your families best interests through the entire process!

From the owner: We are a family based law firm representing victims of catastrophic, life-changing and…read morecareer-altering injuries since 1954. We handle cases involving personal injury, medical malpractice and workers compensation. Please contact us for a free consultation. The Spellman Law Firm only succeeds if you succeed.

I had a car accident case and Connor Mulholland was an excellent attorney. He was prompt in his…read morecommunication, caring, and really felt like he was in my corner. Definitely recommend

Very dissatisfied with the lack of urgency and lack of communication. I had to leave several…read morevoicemails to get a call back. Correspondence took 2 months and still was not addressed by my attorney. There was no communication and basically felt like my file an my case was just sitting there in limbo. I terminate my attorney because I was so unhappy.

I've met with many of the firms in Des Moines and Kim Baer is hands down the best in my opinion. I…read morewish I had her for the beginning of my divorce. I went with one of the other large firms in Des Moines and it was a huge mistake. Their incompetence cost me significant amounts of money and anguish. Kim did what she could do to salvage my situation after the fact and saved me tens of thousands after the fact. All lawyers are not created equal. Start with Kim Baer when you need help!

From the owner: The Baer Law Office, with 33+ years of experience, specializes in personal injury (car accidents,…read moredog bites), family law (divorce, custody), and business law (litigation, formation). Our 9-member team prides itself on customer service, earning referrals from clients, judges, and opposing counsel. Our relentless pursuit of justice and unwavering dedication to our clients make us a trusted legal partner in the Des Moines area. Visit Baer Law Office or call us today to learn how we can assist you.

Unfortunately my husband injured his back at work. His co. Was based in Iowa and even though we…read morelive in Texas, he had to seek counsel in Iowa. He was a traveling Superintendent in the construction field. We chose Hope Law firm because we connected with Attorney Andrew Portis. He was a fighter and very much for his client. The work comp was denied from the start because Koester Construction lied about the injury to work comp. Straight up LIED! ( later this was proven at deposition) Andrew Portis was fierce and gave excellent representation! Then two days before deposition my husband was notified that Andrew Portis was no longer with Hope Law Firm. Our new representation would be Ryan Muldoon . WORST EXPERIENCE EVER IN OUR ENTIRE LIFE! Ryan was not interested in what happened. Didn't review the records obviously. Didn't communicate at all until the day of deposition! REPRESENTATION WAS POOR!!! My husband presented and defended himself! This case carried on for over a year with nothing happening! Hope Law firm NEVER GOT MY HUSBAND MEDICAL CARE! HOPE LAW NEVER GOT MY HUSBAND WORK COMP $$$! HOPE LAW FIRM IS THE OPPOSITE OF HOPE! The case finally went to mediation giving my husband short notice! Ryan Muldoon failed to prepare! In fact Ryan advised my husband to settle with their first offer of $50k My husband sad NO! At mediation, if you can call it that! Work comp offered $60k my husband again said NO. Ryan Muldoon tried get my husband to take the lowball settlement at every offer! During mediation the attorney, Ryan Muldoon barely spoke! MY HUSBAND NEGOTIATED EVERYTHING! MEDIATION LAST AROUND 4 HOURS I BELIEVE. MY HUSBAND GOT THE OFFER UP TO $120k !!!! No thanks to his attorney at all!! HOPE LAW FIRM SHOULD BE THANKING US FOR THE $40k FREE MONEY THEY GOT FOR DOING NOTHING!!! NEVER USE HOPE LAW FOR ANYTHING ESPECIALLY WORKERS COMP!

Horrible family law case. Justice, and truth completely outranked by simply checking off the boxes…read more Several instances where it was unclear whose side my lawyer was working for. Appeared afraid to ruffle anyone's feathers, such as Judge, opposing attorney, or senior partners within the firm. was not aggressive by any means. Depositions instigated by my lawyer ended up a complete waste of time, and certainly money - yet my lawyer claimed she needed it to prepare for trial - then later did everything possible to prevent me from going to trial. Poor return communication, yet expected quick responses from me. Make sure you have about twice as much money to waste, than what they tell you they think it will cost early on. Highly inequitable results. A terrible experience.

Had a disappointing experience with Jacob Van Cleaf that cost me $1400. Communication and diligence…read moreleft so much to be desired. Very unorganized in every way possible. Without notice he went missing before scheduled meetings. He took my mediation meeting while driving in his car with road noise and unable to look at documentation provided by the other side. He missed deadlines along the way that caused excessive delay and a financial penalty I have to pay the court system. Some of the advice I received was extremely inaccurate. I was informed that the mediator of my divorce mediation suggested to the other party that he shouldn't be practicing law based on our session. along with the opposing attorney. They were making fun of my legal representation while I was struggling to get a fair deal. This firm dropped the ball in nearly every way possible. After moving to a new lawyer it has been a night and day difference. Constant communication about what is happening and what I need to be doing. Not disappearing for scheduled meetings. Lots of guidance through the process. The things you should expect of a lawyer.

Colin McCormack is the laziest lawyer I've ever encountered. He doesn't want to put in the…read morenecessary work to win a trial. In court he acts like he's afraid of his own shadow. McCormack is easily pushed around by judges and opposing attorneys. The guy is totally spineless. I would not recommend this law firm to my worst enemy.