Hansen Law Offices

Peter Hansen of Hansen Law Offices in Burlington, Iowa, practices in the areas of bankruptcy, criminal defense, personal injury, and complex civil litigation. A substantial portion of his practice is devoted to representing individuals facing financial distress, as well as clients involved in high-stakes criminal, and catastrophic injury matters throughout the state of Iowa.

With more than four decades of legal and trial experience, and as a former prosecutor, Hansen has handled significant bankruptcy litigation issues, felony defense cases, wrongful death claims, and multimillion-dollar personal injury and accident disputes. He regularly advises clients navigating financially and legally challenging situations, combining courtroom advocacy and innovation, along with practical guidance and strategic acumen.

Hansen has earned national recognition, including selection to the Lawdragon 500 Leading Lawyers in America, Lawdragon 500 Leading Global Bankruptcy & Restructuring Lawyers, Super Lawyers, National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys, and The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 - Civil Plaintiff. He also holds an AV Preeminent rating, honors, and several client awards from Martindale-Hubbell, Avvo, Best Lawyers, Million Dollar Advocates Forum, National Association of Distinguished Counsel, America’s Top 100 Personal Injury Attorneys, U.S. News & World Report Best Law Firms, and others.

Hansen received a B.A. in Philosophy from the University of Iowa in 1979. He completed his J.D. at the University of Iowa College of Law in 1982.