Ward A. (Sam) Rouse

Ward A. (Sam) Rouse, founder of Rouse Law P.C., is a seasoned attorney with over 25 years of experience in personal injury and criminal defense. Mr. Rouse began his legal career as a prosecutor in the early 1990s. He then moved to private practice. There, he focused on helping individuals with complex legal challenges. He is known for his dedication and legal skills. He has successfully represented clients in various personal injury cases. These include car accidents, catastrophic injuries, wrongful death, and civil rights violations.

Mr. Rouse is both a skilled negotiator and a tenacious litigator. He has extensive experience negotiating with insurance companies and defense attorneys. He advocates for his clients to secure fair, substantial settlements. Mr. Rouse uses his deep knowledge of state and federal law when negotiations fail. He aggressively represents his clients in court, fighting for justice with great attention to detail.

A graduate of Drake University Law School (1990) and Cornell College (1987), Mr. Rouse adds a strong academic foundation to his practice. At Drake, he served on the Law Review. He is admitted to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court, the U.S. District Courts for Iowa’s Northern and Southern Districts, and the Eighth Circuit. His peers recognize his legal skills. His AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest honor for excellence, proves it.

As the founding attorney of Rouse Law P.C., Mr. Rouse leads a collaborative, client-focused team dedicated to providing top-tier legal representation. He concentrates his practice on personal injury, workers’ compensation, and police excessive force cases, and is widely recognized for his relentless commitment to client advocacy. Known as a trusted attorney in Des Moines, Iowa and the surrounding communities, Mr. Rouse is driven by a strong dedication to justice and achieving meaningful results for his clients.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founder, Rouse Law PC
• Member, Iowa Association for Justice
• Member, Iowa State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Iowa

Education

• Drake University Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Cornell College
  BA in Philosophy and Politics

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