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The Smith

Law Firm, PC

When you need legal help, you need advice you can trust. The Smith Law Firm, PLLC provides experienced legal services throughout Iowa. 

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The Smith Law Firm, PLLC

At The Smith Law Firm, we limit our practice to the areas of criminal and personal injury litigation, bankruptcy, and estate planning. If you have a legal matter outside of the area of our expertise we will gladly refer you to an attorney who has the expertise to which you are looking.


At the Smith Law Firm, it is our mission to understand our clients’ needs and give them the best legal service.

ABOUT US

Guiding You Through

LIFE'S CHALLENGES

Believe, Inform, Empower & Defend

Welcome to the Smith Law Firm, P.C.


When you need legal help, you need advice you can trust. Having someone who has specific experience in the assistance you need is invaluable. At The Smith Law Firm, PLLC, we work in just a few areas of the law because we have built a tried-and-true system to address these specific legal areas.



  • Personal Injury
  • Estate Planning
  • Bankruptcy
  • Criminal Defense

We work hard to understand our clients’ needs to provide the best legal services possible. If you want a highly skilled attorney who has years of experience in your specific legal area, you have come to the right place.


The Smith Law Firm, PLLC, will guide you through your legal rights and responsibilities, whether you are working through a criminal charge or you want to create an estate plan. We will give you straightforward, easy-to-understand legal advice that you can use right away.


Shawn Smith with The Smith Law Firm, PLLC, wants to create long-term partnerships with his clients. He goes above and beyond to address your legal needs. He is ready to put his 20 years of legal experience to work for you. 


Our team is located in Ames, Iowa, and we serve Ames, Des Moines, and the entire state of Iowa. Contact The Smith Law Firm, PLLC today to schedule your free case evaluation.

FEATURED PRACTICE AREAS


PERSONAL INJURY

At The Smith Law Firm we handle many types of personal injury cases including slip and fall premises liability; pedestrian accidents; car, truck, and motorcycle accidents; medical malpractice and nursing home neglect; dog bites; and product liability cases.

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ESTATE PLANNING

Estate planning should be a vital part of your life plans. It allows you to organize your assets and dispose of them in the manner you prefer. Even more important, it allows you to make vital provisions for what happens to your kids and even yourself.

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BANKRUPTCY

For consumers who are anxious over their monetary situation — perhaps to the point where they’re struggling to sleep at night — bankruptcy might be more of a relief than a stressor.

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CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Facing a criminal charge alone can be very scary and overwhelming.  Don’t go through the criminal process in Iowa alone. Call The Smith Law Firm, PLLC, for compassionate legal assistance.

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My wife and I needed help navigating the Medicaid system for my mother-in-law. Shawn was excellent . His advice was right on. He also handled the paper work we needed done. Shawn made us feel so comfortable and at ease discussing our case. The Smith Law Firm is excellent.

Recent Blog Posts

By Shawn Smith February 21, 2025
Owning property or assets in multiple countries? Your will might not be as internationally valid as your passport! 🛂 Without proper planning, foreign laws could complicate how your estate is handled across borders. Our latest blog, Do Wills Have Passports? Managing Assets Abroad, dives into the challenges of international estate planning and how to ensure your wishes are honored—no matter where your assets are. 🌎💼 Don’t let legal roadblocks hold up your legacy! Read more now!
By Shawn Smith February 14, 2025
An estate plan isn’t a “set it and forget it” document—it should evolve with your life! Changes in tax laws, financial growth, and family dynamics can all impact your legacy. Our latest blog explores why flexibility is key and how you can keep your estate plan up to date. 📖 Read more below! 💡 Need to review your estate plan? Contact The Smith Law Firm today!
By Shawn Smith February 7, 2025
At The Smith Law Firm, we believe estate planning doesn't have to follow the beaten path—our latest blog, Estate Planning: 3 Reasons We Run the Other Way, reveals three innovative strategies that challenge conventional wisdom and might be the key to securing your legacy. Check it out now to discover a fresh approach to protecting your future!
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