Patrick H. Payton & Associates P.C.

Patrick H. Payton & Associates P.C. is a Des Moines, Iowa, law firm serving individuals and families across a broad range of legal matters. With more than 50 years of experience, the firm handles family law, personal injury, criminal defense, estate planning, probate, adoption, juvenile law, and elder law concerns. Clients seek its guidance when personal, financial, or family changes require practical advice and experienced representation.

Patrick H. Payton & Associates P.C. takes a direct and personal approach to legal service. The firm explains available options, discusses realistic expectations, and keeps clients informed from the initial consultation through the resolution of their matter. Its team develops strategies around each client’s circumstances while working to control unnecessary costs. This combination of preparation, communication, and practical planning helps clients make informed decisions during stressful legal situations.

Patrick H. Payton & Associates P.C. represents clients in divorce, child custody, support, property division, paternity, domestic abuse, and post-decree matters. The firm also handles injury claims arising from vehicle collisions, animal attacks, and falls. Additional services include criminal and juvenile cases, wills, powers of attorney, trusts, probate administration, guardianships, conservatorships, contested estate proceedings, and step-parent, private, and international adoptions.

Patrick H. Payton & Associates P.C. is led by founder Patrick H. Payton, who is admitted to practice in Iowa and Texas courts, the federal court, the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals, and the United States Supreme Court. The firm offers an initial consultation of up to one hour at no charge. By combining broad legal experience with straightforward guidance and attentive service, it helps clients address important legal problems with greater clarity.