John T. Hemminger

John T. Hemminger is the founder and lead attorney of the Hemminger Law Firm in Des Moines, Iowa. With over two decades of experience, he focuses his practice on personal injury and workers’ compensation law. John offers aggressive legal representation to injured clients across Central Iowa and beyond.

John earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Iowa in 1976 and received his Juris Doctor from Drake University Law School in 1980. Admitted to the Iowa Bar in 1981 and the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Iowa in 1982, he has dedicated his career to fighting for those harmed by negligence or injured on the job.

Throughout his career, John has successfully represented clients in a wide variety of personal injury cases, including car and truck accidents, nursing home abuse and neglect, pedestrian accidents, medical malpractice, defective product claims, and FELA railroad worker injuries. His law firm is recognized for providing truly hands-on representation, personally overseeing every stage of each case—from initial consultation to final resolution—without passing clients off to junior associates or paralegals.

John is a proud member of the Iowa State Bar Association, Iowa Trial Lawyers Association, American Association for Justice, and the Iowa Association of Workers’ Compensation Lawyers. These affiliations reflect his commitment to excellence and ongoing legal advocacy.

Clients rely on John T. Hemminger for clear communication, personal attention, and tenacious courtroom representation. His firm is known for its multilingual support and accessibility, offering evening and weekend appointments. From initial consultation through resolution, John ensures his clients are informed, empowered, and fully represented in their pursuit of justice.

Law Office Affiliations

• Owner, Hemminger Law Firm
• Member, Iowa State Bar Association
• Board Member, American Association for Justice
• Member, Iowa Association of Workers’ Compensation Lawyers
• Member, Iowa Trial Lawyers Association

Licensed State

• Iowa

Education

• Drake University Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Iowa
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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