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Mr. Gary Edward Hill

Mr. Gary Edward Hill

3.8
5 reviews

2404 Forest Drive, West Des Moines, IA 50312

Family Law, Divorce, Child Custody and 12 more

About Mr. Gary Edward Hill

Mr. Gary Edward Hill is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce, child custody and 12 other areas of law. Gary received a B.B.A. degree from University of Texas in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years. Gary practices at Family Law Solutions of Iowa in West Des Moines, IA.

Mr. Gary Edward Hill (West Des Moines, Iowa)

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Champion Badge Silver

At least three reviews and a score of 4.0 or higher.

Mr. Gary Edward Hill got this award in 2021

Champion Badge Gold

At least six reviews and a score of 4.2 or higher.

Champion Badge Platinum

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Mr. Gary Edward Hill got this award in 2021

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3.4
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
November 01, 2015
Hired Attorney

My case involved my son whose father essentially abandoned his child; Gary Hill helped me terminate the father parental rights and then helped my new husband adopt my child. Mr. Hill provided personal attention and care to my case. He was sensitive to the needs of my young son. Mr. Hill was immediately available to me whenever I needed to talk.

 
Response from Gary
November 01, 2015
Termination of parental rights is a last resort remedy when one parent has failed to maintain a relationship with the child and/or failed to provide support. We move cautiously in these sensitive cases. Many times, however, these are no alternatives.
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
October 30, 2015
Hired Attorney

I wanted more time with my son. Since I wasn't able to obtain this on my own, I went to Gary Hill for his legal expertise. Not only did I get that, he "held my hand" through the process giving me the reassurance and confidence that I needed. He was always there to talk to when I needed him to answer my questions. Most importantly, I finally gained more time with my son. I would recommend his services to anyone that needs it.

 
Response from Gary
October 30, 2015
Child custody modification cases are the toughest family law matters to navigate successfully. The key is to work with the Client to make the best impression upon the Trial Judge. Our flat fee agreements allow the Client to prepare thoroughly.
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
October 27, 2015
Hired Attorney

Mr. Hill took my domestic abuse case to court and we won the case. He was prepared and very effective in the courtroom. He went out of his way to secure police records, 911 records. He treated me like I was his only client.

Response from Gary
October 27, 2015
My law partner Lisa Noble and I take domestic abuse cases very seriously. We treat each case as a major trial matter and we pursue every lead to give our clients the best chance to prevail.
Child Custody
Posted by anonymous
July 16, 2023
Hired Attorney

Let's just say the results don't equal the promises. I would not use them again. After paying them several thousand dollars they wanted 3000 more for the custody hearing. We told them we couldn't afford to pay any more ao they said they would " work something out". At the hearing they did nothing to represent us and just agreed to what the other party wanted.

 
Child Custody
Posted by anonymous
December 04, 2019
Hired Attorney

This attorney will not fight for what's right. He did not know what he was doing. He had another attorney in his firm lead the way on a court case against my drugged out toothless ex wife whom lost the kids to the state. He did nothing to stop the state from taking my kids. I m a father in Wyoming whom has always paid child support and cared for my children. Zero affectionation with the law. Gary Hill is the worse attorney I have ever employed. Do not use this attorney!!!

 
Response from Gary
December 04, 2019
Not true. My law partner and I fought aggressively for this client. His own son chose to not visit. Client erupted in Court and insulted the Judge. Notwithstanding this, we established a plan where Client would secure his children in less than a year.

Services

Areas of Law

  • Family Law 3
    • Divorce
    • Child Custody
    • Child Support
  • Other 11
    • Divorce Modification
    • Custody Modification
    • Business
    • Interstate Child Custody
    • Litigation: Personal Injury
    • Litigation: Commercial
    • Collaborative Law
    • Termination of Parental Rights
    • Workers' Compensation
    • Emergency Family Law
    • Domestic Abuse

Practice Details

  • Languages
    Spanish
  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Free initial consultation
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Member
    Firm Name
    Family Law Solutions of Iowa

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1984, Texas
    2009, Iowa
    Memberships
    Iowa State Bar Association
    Polk County Bar Association
    State Bar of Texas
    International Academy of Dispute Resolution
    Collaborative Lawyers of Eastern Iowa.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    University of Houston
    Class of 1982
    J.D.
    Other Education
    University of Texas
    Class of 1980
    B.B.A.
    Accounting (Business Honors Program)
    Legal Certifications
    Board Certified, Personal Injury Trial Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

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