I would highly recommend Pam Vandel. Divorce as a whole; court, documentation, procedures, are all stressful events to wade through and Pam was always available to meet or reach by phone, guiding me through the process and represent me to the fullest. There is a lot of work that we as the client must undertake as responsibility and I feel that it is often assumed that all we have to do is put down a retainer fee and they do everything from then on. We also have to take action in the proceedings to ensure that our legal representation has all the information to best represent us. Pam, was thorough and aggressive in fighting for my case not only in court but day to day, and also with my protection utmost in mind. Pam was very transparent in cost, with providing an upfront contract and subsequent monthly itemized statements depicting the tasks performed and their associated times. She was very responsive in returning phone calls. Pam is not only a tenacious and aggressive lawyer, but she is someone who has tremendous respect for the laws. She is such a wonderful and amazing attorney!! Thank you Pam!

Pamela Vandel took my case on without charging me any legal fees! She was at every hearing and always well prepared. She helped me accomplish my goal - a goal that every other attorney I talked to in the Des Moines, IA area told me would be IMPOSSIBLE to achieve! Another thing that impressed me about her is that she was always available to take my calls and was very patient with me, making sure to answer all of my questions, unless she was in court of course. Like I said in my review title, I would recommend Pamela Vandel to ANYONE!!

I have had the pleasure of working with Ms. Pamela Vandel on several occasions. I originally retained Ms. Vandel as my divorce attorney in 2001. I was impressed with her professionalism and attention to detail. She fought hard with a professional aggressiveness securing a settlement which effectively met my needs. Her fees where very reasonable and comparable to other local attorneys. I've also retained Ms. Vandel to represent me in a Bankruptcy, Last Will and Testament , and Personal Injury Claim. I have always found Ms. Vandel to be current on Iowa laws and litigations. She has always worked hard to represent me answering my concerns in a timely fashion. Ms. Vandel has been retained by friends and family upon my recommendation.... all who have been impressed by her tenacity.

I am thankful to Pamela Vandel for representing me through one of the toughest experiences in my life. Pam was aggressive in the court room, relentless in obtaining my goals, returned every call in a timely manner, was always prepared, and went above the call of duty by completing my case at no charge because she felt I was a victim of an injustice. Pam provides a contract which states exactly what she charges and kept me informed throughout the process with itemized statements showing tasks performed and the time allotted on each task. Pam not only provided zealous representaion but is genuinely a great person. Pam gained not only a client but a lifetime friend. Thanks Pam you are an amazing attorney!

Pam was easy to reach and very responsive. She advised me appropriately and listened to my ideas. I felt supported and informed. I would recommend her to couples that are in somewhat of an amicable place with each other and are willing to work together on what is best for the children. She was referred to me by a friend in a similar situation that was equally as satisfied.

I went through several attorneys in my home town of Ames before exploring the options in Des Moines, and then was sorry I had not discovered her earlier. Finally, a lawyer who returns phone calls, listens carefully, and has the intelligence to understand every nuance of an ugly family dispute. She has two PhDs and a law degree, and for my situation, she was pure gold. I was up against a vindictive, cunning ex-wife who would stop at nothing to get revenge, including harming our own children. In court she was convincing, strong, reasoned, and she won, setting new precedent in child support law as she did so. As I see the reviews on this web site I am reminded of how easy it is to blame the attorney for the outcome of any case. Or praise them to the sky when things swing the right way. If you ignore all that, the takeaway is this: Pamela Vandel is a very intelligent and principled person who knows family law better than any of half a dozen Iowa attorneys I've worked with. And she returns phone calls.

I worked with Pam over ten years ago. I thought she was great. Laid out my options for my divorce and was always available when i needed to know something. My concern is that people don't or won't do their due diligence and be knowledgeable when meeting with their lawyer. The more you know the better off you are. Expecting to have your lawyer hold your hand is nice but what you need is one who knows the facts and will tell you like it is. Pam was always forthright with my case. I have and will continue to recommend her to someone in need or her services.

Pamela was my divorce attorney. She is by the far the nastiest human being I ever met. she is just as mean to her own clients as she is the other party involved. My friend used her also and had a horrible experience. While my friend was making payments to her religiously every month she got a knock on the door one day that her own attorney was taking her to small claims court. pam stating she was tired of taking monthly payments.

I hired her with her guarantee we would win a shame case $20,000 later she lost my case. I apealled and a court appointed attorney won my appeal after pan lost she wanted another 5 grand to appeal the case for me never again!

Initially told me this was going to be a slam dunk, but when we got to court she just sat there. Presented no evidence, asked no questions. Just sat there with her arms crossed. She doesn't return calls, and when and if one is able to contact her in the office, she is rude and terse. Told me this shouldn't cost over $3000, but after more than $6000 later, we weren't any further along than when we started. I finally fired her and started over with a new attorney.

I would highly recommend Pam Vandel. Divorce as a whole; court, documentation, procedures, are all stressful events to wade through and Pam was always available to meet or reach by phone, guiding me through the process and represent me to the fullest. There is a lot of work that we as the client must undertake as responsibility and I feel that it is often assumed that all we have to do is put down a retainer fee and they do everything from then on. We also have to take action in the proceedings to ensure that our legal representation has all the information to best represent us. Pam, was thorough and aggressive in fighting for my case not only in court but day to day, and also with my protection utmost in mind. Pam was very transparent in cost, with providing an upfront contract and subsequent monthly itemized statements depicting the tasks performed and their associated times. She was very responsive in returning phone calls. Pam is not only a tenacious and aggressive lawyer, but she is someone who has tremendous respect for the laws. She is such a wonderful and amazing attorney!! Thank you Pam!

Pamela Vandel took my case on without charging me any legal fees! She was at every hearing and always well prepared. She helped me accomplish my goal - a goal that every other attorney I talked to in the Des Moines, IA area told me would be IMPOSSIBLE to achieve! Another thing that impressed me about her is that she was always available to take my calls and was very patient with me, making sure to answer all of my questions, unless she was in court of course. Like I said in my review title, I would recommend Pamela Vandel to ANYONE!!

I have had the pleasure of working with Ms. Pamela Vandel on several occasions. I originally retained Ms. Vandel as my divorce attorney in 2001. I was impressed with her professionalism and attention to detail. She fought hard with a professional aggressiveness securing a settlement which effectively met my needs. Her fees where very reasonable and comparable to other local attorneys. I've also retained Ms. Vandel to represent me in a Bankruptcy, Last Will and Testament , and Personal Injury Claim. I have always found Ms. Vandel to be current on Iowa laws and litigations. She has always worked hard to represent me answering my concerns in a timely fashion. Ms. Vandel has been retained by friends and family upon my recommendation.... all who have been impressed by her tenacity.

I am thankful to Pamela Vandel for representing me through one of the toughest experiences in my life. Pam was aggressive in the court room, relentless in obtaining my goals, returned every call in a timely manner, was always prepared, and went above the call of duty by completing my case at no charge because she felt I was a victim of an injustice. Pam provides a contract which states exactly what she charges and kept me informed throughout the process with itemized statements showing tasks performed and the time allotted on each task. Pam not only provided zealous representaion but is genuinely a great person. Pam gained not only a client but a lifetime friend. Thanks Pam you are an amazing attorney!

Pam was easy to reach and very responsive. She advised me appropriately and listened to my ideas. I felt supported and informed. I would recommend her to couples that are in somewhat of an amicable place with each other and are willing to work together on what is best for the children. She was referred to me by a friend in a similar situation that was equally as satisfied.

I went through several attorneys in my home town of Ames before exploring the options in Des Moines, and then was sorry I had not discovered her earlier. Finally, a lawyer who returns phone calls, listens carefully, and has the intelligence to understand every nuance of an ugly family dispute. She has two PhDs and a law degree, and for my situation, she was pure gold. I was up against a vindictive, cunning ex-wife who would stop at nothing to get revenge, including harming our own children. In court she was convincing, strong, reasoned, and she won, setting new precedent in child support law as she did so. As I see the reviews on this web site I am reminded of how easy it is to blame the attorney for the outcome of any case. Or praise them to the sky when things swing the right way. If you ignore all that, the takeaway is this: Pamela Vandel is a very intelligent and principled person who knows family law better than any of half a dozen Iowa attorneys I've worked with. And she returns phone calls.

I worked with Pam over ten years ago. I thought she was great. Laid out my options for my divorce and was always available when i needed to know something. My concern is that people don't or won't do their due diligence and be knowledgeable when meeting with their lawyer. The more you know the better off you are. Expecting to have your lawyer hold your hand is nice but what you need is one who knows the facts and will tell you like it is. Pam was always forthright with my case. I have and will continue to recommend her to someone in need or her services.

Pamela was my divorce attorney. She is by the far the nastiest human being I ever met. she is just as mean to her own clients as she is the other party involved. My friend used her also and had a horrible experience. While my friend was making payments to her religiously every month she got a knock on the door one day that her own attorney was taking her to small claims court. pam stating she was tired of taking monthly payments.

I hired her with her guarantee we would win a shame case $20,000 later she lost my case. I apealled and a court appointed attorney won my appeal after pan lost she wanted another 5 grand to appeal the case for me never again!

Initially told me this was going to be a slam dunk, but when we got to court she just sat there. Presented no evidence, asked no questions. Just sat there with her arms crossed. She doesn't return calls, and when and if one is able to contact her in the office, she is rude and terse. Told me this shouldn't cost over $3000, but after more than $6000 later, we weren't any further along than when we started. I finally fired her and started over with a new attorney.

I would highly recommend Pam Vandel. Divorce as a whole; court, documentation, procedures, are all stressful events to wade through and Pam was always available to meet or reach by phone, guiding me through the process and represent me to the fullest. There is a lot of work that we as the client must undertake as responsibility and I feel that it is often assumed that all we have to do is put down a retainer fee and they do everything from then on. We also have to take action in the proceedings to ensure that our legal representation has all the information to best represent us. Pam, was thorough and aggressive in fighting for my case not only in court but day to day, and also with my protection utmost in mind. Pam was very transparent in cost, with providing an upfront contract and subsequent monthly itemized statements depicting the tasks performed and their associated times. She was very responsive in returning phone calls. Pam is not only a tenacious and aggressive lawyer, but she is someone who has tremendous respect for the laws. She is such a wonderful and amazing attorney!! Thank you Pam!

Pamela Vandel took my case on without charging me any legal fees! She was at every hearing and always well prepared. She helped me accomplish my goal - a goal that every other attorney I talked to in the Des Moines, IA area told me would be IMPOSSIBLE to achieve! Another thing that impressed me about her is that she was always available to take my calls and was very patient with me, making sure to answer all of my questions, unless she was in court of course. Like I said in my review title, I would recommend Pamela Vandel to ANYONE!!

I have had the pleasure of working with Ms. Pamela Vandel on several occasions. I originally retained Ms. Vandel as my divorce attorney in 2001. I was impressed with her professionalism and attention to detail. She fought hard with a professional aggressiveness securing a settlement which effectively met my needs. Her fees where very reasonable and comparable to other local attorneys. I've also retained Ms. Vandel to represent me in a Bankruptcy, Last Will and Testament , and Personal Injury Claim. I have always found Ms. Vandel to be current on Iowa laws and litigations. She has always worked hard to represent me answering my concerns in a timely fashion. Ms. Vandel has been retained by friends and family upon my recommendation.... all who have been impressed by her tenacity.

I am thankful to Pamela Vandel for representing me through one of the toughest experiences in my life. Pam was aggressive in the court room, relentless in obtaining my goals, returned every call in a timely manner, was always prepared, and went above the call of duty by completing my case at no charge because she felt I was a victim of an injustice. Pam provides a contract which states exactly what she charges and kept me informed throughout the process with itemized statements showing tasks performed and the time allotted on each task. Pam not only provided zealous representaion but is genuinely a great person. Pam gained not only a client but a lifetime friend. Thanks Pam you are an amazing attorney!

Pam was easy to reach and very responsive. She advised me appropriately and listened to my ideas. I felt supported and informed. I would recommend her to couples that are in somewhat of an amicable place with each other and are willing to work together on what is best for the children. She was referred to me by a friend in a similar situation that was equally as satisfied.

I went through several attorneys in my home town of Ames before exploring the options in Des Moines, and then was sorry I had not discovered her earlier. Finally, a lawyer who returns phone calls, listens carefully, and has the intelligence to understand every nuance of an ugly family dispute. She has two PhDs and a law degree, and for my situation, she was pure gold. I was up against a vindictive, cunning ex-wife who would stop at nothing to get revenge, including harming our own children. In court she was convincing, strong, reasoned, and she won, setting new precedent in child support law as she did so. As I see the reviews on this web site I am reminded of how easy it is to blame the attorney for the outcome of any case. Or praise them to the sky when things swing the right way. If you ignore all that, the takeaway is this: Pamela Vandel is a very intelligent and principled person who knows family law better than any of half a dozen Iowa attorneys I've worked with. And she returns phone calls.

I worked with Pam over ten years ago. I thought she was great. Laid out my options for my divorce and was always available when i needed to know something. My concern is that people don't or won't do their due diligence and be knowledgeable when meeting with their lawyer. The more you know the better off you are. Expecting to have your lawyer hold your hand is nice but what you need is one who knows the facts and will tell you like it is. Pam was always forthright with my case. I have and will continue to recommend her to someone in need or her services.

Pamela was my divorce attorney. She is by the far the nastiest human being I ever met. she is just as mean to her own clients as she is the other party involved. My friend used her also and had a horrible experience. While my friend was making payments to her religiously every month she got a knock on the door one day that her own attorney was taking her to small claims court. pam stating she was tired of taking monthly payments.

I hired her with her guarantee we would win a shame case $20,000 later she lost my case. I apealled and a court appointed attorney won my appeal after pan lost she wanted another 5 grand to appeal the case for me never again!

Initially told me this was going to be a slam dunk, but when we got to court she just sat there. Presented no evidence, asked no questions. Just sat there with her arms crossed. She doesn't return calls, and when and if one is able to contact her in the office, she is rude and terse. Told me this shouldn't cost over $3000, but after more than $6000 later, we weren't any further along than when we started. I finally fired her and started over with a new attorney.

I would highly recommend Pam Vandel. Divorce as a whole; court, documentation, procedures, are all stressful events to wade through and Pam was always available to meet or reach by phone, guiding me through the process and represent me to the fullest. There is a lot of work that we as the client must undertake as responsibility and I feel that it is often assumed that all we have to do is put down a retainer fee and they do everything from then on. We also have to take action in the proceedings to ensure that our legal representation has all the information to best represent us. Pam, was thorough and aggressive in fighting for my case not only in court but day to day, and also with my protection utmost in mind. Pam was very transparent in cost, with providing an upfront contract and subsequent monthly itemized statements depicting the tasks performed and their associated times. She was very responsive in returning phone calls. Pam is not only a tenacious and aggressive lawyer, but she is someone who has tremendous respect for the laws. She is such a wonderful and amazing attorney!! Thank you Pam!

Pamela Vandel took my case on without charging me any legal fees! She was at every hearing and always well prepared. She helped me accomplish my goal - a goal that every other attorney I talked to in the Des Moines, IA area told me would be IMPOSSIBLE to achieve! Another thing that impressed me about her is that she was always available to take my calls and was very patient with me, making sure to answer all of my questions, unless she was in court of course. Like I said in my review title, I would recommend Pamela Vandel to ANYONE!!

I have had the pleasure of working with Ms. Pamela Vandel on several occasions. I originally retained Ms. Vandel as my divorce attorney in 2001. I was impressed with her professionalism and attention to detail. She fought hard with a professional aggressiveness securing a settlement which effectively met my needs. Her fees where very reasonable and comparable to other local attorneys. I've also retained Ms. Vandel to represent me in a Bankruptcy, Last Will and Testament , and Personal Injury Claim. I have always found Ms. Vandel to be current on Iowa laws and litigations. She has always worked hard to represent me answering my concerns in a timely fashion. Ms. Vandel has been retained by friends and family upon my recommendation.... all who have been impressed by her tenacity.

I am thankful to Pamela Vandel for representing me through one of the toughest experiences in my life. Pam was aggressive in the court room, relentless in obtaining my goals, returned every call in a timely manner, was always prepared, and went above the call of duty by completing my case at no charge because she felt I was a victim of an injustice. Pam provides a contract which states exactly what she charges and kept me informed throughout the process with itemized statements showing tasks performed and the time allotted on each task. Pam not only provided zealous representaion but is genuinely a great person. Pam gained not only a client but a lifetime friend. Thanks Pam you are an amazing attorney!

Pam was easy to reach and very responsive. She advised me appropriately and listened to my ideas. I felt supported and informed. I would recommend her to couples that are in somewhat of an amicable place with each other and are willing to work together on what is best for the children. She was referred to me by a friend in a similar situation that was equally as satisfied.

I went through several attorneys in my home town of Ames before exploring the options in Des Moines, and then was sorry I had not discovered her earlier. Finally, a lawyer who returns phone calls, listens carefully, and has the intelligence to understand every nuance of an ugly family dispute. She has two PhDs and a law degree, and for my situation, she was pure gold. I was up against a vindictive, cunning ex-wife who would stop at nothing to get revenge, including harming our own children. In court she was convincing, strong, reasoned, and she won, setting new precedent in child support law as she did so. As I see the reviews on this web site I am reminded of how easy it is to blame the attorney for the outcome of any case. Or praise them to the sky when things swing the right way. If you ignore all that, the takeaway is this: Pamela Vandel is a very intelligent and principled person who knows family law better than any of half a dozen Iowa attorneys I've worked with. And she returns phone calls.

I worked with Pam over ten years ago. I thought she was great. Laid out my options for my divorce and was always available when i needed to know something. My concern is that people don't or won't do their due diligence and be knowledgeable when meeting with their lawyer. The more you know the better off you are. Expecting to have your lawyer hold your hand is nice but what you need is one who knows the facts and will tell you like it is. Pam was always forthright with my case. I have and will continue to recommend her to someone in need or her services.

Pamela was my divorce attorney. She is by the far the nastiest human being I ever met. she is just as mean to her own clients as she is the other party involved. My friend used her also and had a horrible experience. While my friend was making payments to her religiously every month she got a knock on the door one day that her own attorney was taking her to small claims court. pam stating she was tired of taking monthly payments.

I hired her with her guarantee we would win a shame case $20,000 later she lost my case. I apealled and a court appointed attorney won my appeal after pan lost she wanted another 5 grand to appeal the case for me never again!

Initially told me this was going to be a slam dunk, but when we got to court she just sat there. Presented no evidence, asked no questions. Just sat there with her arms crossed. She doesn't return calls, and when and if one is able to contact her in the office, she is rude and terse. Told me this shouldn't cost over $3000, but after more than $6000 later, we weren't any further along than when we started. I finally fired her and started over with a new attorney.

I would highly recommend Pam Vandel. Divorce as a whole; court, documentation, procedures, are all stressful events to wade through and Pam was always available to meet or reach by phone, guiding me through the process and represent me to the fullest. There is a lot of work that we as the client must undertake as responsibility and I feel that it is often assumed that all we have to do is put down a retainer fee and they do everything from then on. We also have to take action in the proceedings to ensure that our legal representation has all the information to best represent us. Pam, was thorough and aggressive in fighting for my case not only in court but day to day, and also with my protection utmost in mind. Pam was very transparent in cost, with providing an upfront contract and subsequent monthly itemized statements depicting the tasks performed and their associated times. She was very responsive in returning phone calls. Pam is not only a tenacious and aggressive lawyer, but she is someone who has tremendous respect for the laws. She is such a wonderful and amazing attorney!! Thank you Pam!

Pamela Vandel took my case on without charging me any legal fees! She was at every hearing and always well prepared. She helped me accomplish my goal - a goal that every other attorney I talked to in the Des Moines, IA area told me would be IMPOSSIBLE to achieve! Another thing that impressed me about her is that she was always available to take my calls and was very patient with me, making sure to answer all of my questions, unless she was in court of course. Like I said in my review title, I would recommend Pamela Vandel to ANYONE!!

I have had the pleasure of working with Ms. Pamela Vandel on several occasions. I originally retained Ms. Vandel as my divorce attorney in 2001. I was impressed with her professionalism and attention to detail. She fought hard with a professional aggressiveness securing a settlement which effectively met my needs. Her fees where very reasonable and comparable to other local attorneys. I've also retained Ms. Vandel to represent me in a Bankruptcy, Last Will and Testament , and Personal Injury Claim. I have always found Ms. Vandel to be current on Iowa laws and litigations. She has always worked hard to represent me answering my concerns in a timely fashion. Ms. Vandel has been retained by friends and family upon my recommendation.... all who have been impressed by her tenacity.

I am thankful to Pamela Vandel for representing me through one of the toughest experiences in my life. Pam was aggressive in the court room, relentless in obtaining my goals, returned every call in a timely manner, was always prepared, and went above the call of duty by completing my case at no charge because she felt I was a victim of an injustice. Pam provides a contract which states exactly what she charges and kept me informed throughout the process with itemized statements showing tasks performed and the time allotted on each task. Pam not only provided zealous representaion but is genuinely a great person. Pam gained not only a client but a lifetime friend. Thanks Pam you are an amazing attorney!

Pam was easy to reach and very responsive. She advised me appropriately and listened to my ideas. I felt supported and informed. I would recommend her to couples that are in somewhat of an amicable place with each other and are willing to work together on what is best for the children. She was referred to me by a friend in a similar situation that was equally as satisfied.

I went through several attorneys in my home town of Ames before exploring the options in Des Moines, and then was sorry I had not discovered her earlier. Finally, a lawyer who returns phone calls, listens carefully, and has the intelligence to understand every nuance of an ugly family dispute. She has two PhDs and a law degree, and for my situation, she was pure gold. I was up against a vindictive, cunning ex-wife who would stop at nothing to get revenge, including harming our own children. In court she was convincing, strong, reasoned, and she won, setting new precedent in child support law as she did so. As I see the reviews on this web site I am reminded of how easy it is to blame the attorney for the outcome of any case. Or praise them to the sky when things swing the right way. If you ignore all that, the takeaway is this: Pamela Vandel is a very intelligent and principled person who knows family law better than any of half a dozen Iowa attorneys I've worked with. And she returns phone calls.

I worked with Pam over ten years ago. I thought she was great. Laid out my options for my divorce and was always available when i needed to know something. My concern is that people don't or won't do their due diligence and be knowledgeable when meeting with their lawyer. The more you know the better off you are. Expecting to have your lawyer hold your hand is nice but what you need is one who knows the facts and will tell you like it is. Pam was always forthright with my case. I have and will continue to recommend her to someone in need or her services.

Pamela was my divorce attorney. She is by the far the nastiest human being I ever met. she is just as mean to her own clients as she is the other party involved. My friend used her also and had a horrible experience. While my friend was making payments to her religiously every month she got a knock on the door one day that her own attorney was taking her to small claims court. pam stating she was tired of taking monthly payments.

I hired her with her guarantee we would win a shame case $20,000 later she lost my case. I apealled and a court appointed attorney won my appeal after pan lost she wanted another 5 grand to appeal the case for me never again!

Initially told me this was going to be a slam dunk, but when we got to court she just sat there. Presented no evidence, asked no questions. Just sat there with her arms crossed. She doesn't return calls, and when and if one is able to contact her in the office, she is rude and terse. Told me this shouldn't cost over $3000, but after more than $6000 later, we weren't any further along than when we started. I finally fired her and started over with a new attorney.

I would highly recommend Pam Vandel. Divorce as a whole; court, documentation, procedures, are all stressful events to wade through and Pam was always available to meet or reach by phone, guiding me through the process and represent me to the fullest. There is a lot of work that we as the client must undertake as responsibility and I feel that it is often assumed that all we have to do is put down a retainer fee and they do everything from then on. We also have to take action in the proceedings to ensure that our legal representation has all the information to best represent us. Pam, was thorough and aggressive in fighting for my case not only in court but day to day, and also with my protection utmost in mind. Pam was very transparent in cost, with providing an upfront contract and subsequent monthly itemized statements depicting the tasks performed and their associated times. She was very responsive in returning phone calls. Pam is not only a tenacious and aggressive lawyer, but she is someone who has tremendous respect for the laws. She is such a wonderful and amazing attorney!! Thank you Pam!

Pamela Vandel took my case on without charging me any legal fees! She was at every hearing and always well prepared. She helped me accomplish my goal - a goal that every other attorney I talked to in the Des Moines, IA area told me would be IMPOSSIBLE to achieve! Another thing that impressed me about her is that she was always available to take my calls and was very patient with me, making sure to answer all of my questions, unless she was in court of course. Like I said in my review title, I would recommend Pamela Vandel to ANYONE!!

I have had the pleasure of working with Ms. Pamela Vandel on several occasions. I originally retained Ms. Vandel as my divorce attorney in 2001. I was impressed with her professionalism and attention to detail. She fought hard with a professional aggressiveness securing a settlement which effectively met my needs. Her fees where very reasonable and comparable to other local attorneys. I've also retained Ms. Vandel to represent me in a Bankruptcy, Last Will and Testament , and Personal Injury Claim. I have always found Ms. Vandel to be current on Iowa laws and litigations. She has always worked hard to represent me answering my concerns in a timely fashion. Ms. Vandel has been retained by friends and family upon my recommendation.... all who have been impressed by her tenacity.

I am thankful to Pamela Vandel for representing me through one of the toughest experiences in my life. Pam was aggressive in the court room, relentless in obtaining my goals, returned every call in a timely manner, was always prepared, and went above the call of duty by completing my case at no charge because she felt I was a victim of an injustice. Pam provides a contract which states exactly what she charges and kept me informed throughout the process with itemized statements showing tasks performed and the time allotted on each task. Pam not only provided zealous representaion but is genuinely a great person. Pam gained not only a client but a lifetime friend. Thanks Pam you are an amazing attorney!

Pam was easy to reach and very responsive. She advised me appropriately and listened to my ideas. I felt supported and informed. I would recommend her to couples that are in somewhat of an amicable place with each other and are willing to work together on what is best for the children. She was referred to me by a friend in a similar situation that was equally as satisfied.

I went through several attorneys in my home town of Ames before exploring the options in Des Moines, and then was sorry I had not discovered her earlier. Finally, a lawyer who returns phone calls, listens carefully, and has the intelligence to understand every nuance of an ugly family dispute. She has two PhDs and a law degree, and for my situation, she was pure gold. I was up against a vindictive, cunning ex-wife who would stop at nothing to get revenge, including harming our own children. In court she was convincing, strong, reasoned, and she won, setting new precedent in child support law as she did so. As I see the reviews on this web site I am reminded of how easy it is to blame the attorney for the outcome of any case. Or praise them to the sky when things swing the right way. If you ignore all that, the takeaway is this: Pamela Vandel is a very intelligent and principled person who knows family law better than any of half a dozen Iowa attorneys I've worked with. And she returns phone calls.

I worked with Pam over ten years ago. I thought she was great. Laid out my options for my divorce and was always available when i needed to know something. My concern is that people don't or won't do their due diligence and be knowledgeable when meeting with their lawyer. The more you know the better off you are. Expecting to have your lawyer hold your hand is nice but what you need is one who knows the facts and will tell you like it is. Pam was always forthright with my case. I have and will continue to recommend her to someone in need or her services.

Pamela was my divorce attorney. She is by the far the nastiest human being I ever met. she is just as mean to her own clients as she is the other party involved. My friend used her also and had a horrible experience. While my friend was making payments to her religiously every month she got a knock on the door one day that her own attorney was taking her to small claims court. pam stating she was tired of taking monthly payments.

I hired her with her guarantee we would win a shame case $20,000 later she lost my case. I apealled and a court appointed attorney won my appeal after pan lost she wanted another 5 grand to appeal the case for me never again!

Initially told me this was going to be a slam dunk, but when we got to court she just sat there. Presented no evidence, asked no questions. Just sat there with her arms crossed. She doesn't return calls, and when and if one is able to contact her in the office, she is rude and terse. Told me this shouldn't cost over $3000, but after more than $6000 later, we weren't any further along than when we started. I finally fired her and started over with a new attorney.

I would highly recommend Pam Vandel. Divorce as a whole; court, documentation, procedures, are all stressful events to wade through and Pam was always available to meet or reach by phone, guiding me through the process and represent me to the fullest. There is a lot of work that we as the client must undertake as responsibility and I feel that it is often assumed that all we have to do is put down a retainer fee and they do everything from then on. We also have to take action in the proceedings to ensure that our legal representation has all the information to best represent us. Pam, was thorough and aggressive in fighting for my case not only in court but day to day, and also with my protection utmost in mind. Pam was very transparent in cost, with providing an upfront contract and subsequent monthly itemized statements depicting the tasks performed and their associated times. She was very responsive in returning phone calls. Pam is not only a tenacious and aggressive lawyer, but she is someone who has tremendous respect for the laws. She is such a wonderful and amazing attorney!! Thank you Pam!

Pamela Vandel took my case on without charging me any legal fees! She was at every hearing and always well prepared. She helped me accomplish my goal - a goal that every other attorney I talked to in the Des Moines, IA area told me would be IMPOSSIBLE to achieve! Another thing that impressed me about her is that she was always available to take my calls and was very patient with me, making sure to answer all of my questions, unless she was in court of course. Like I said in my review title, I would recommend Pamela Vandel to ANYONE!!

I have had the pleasure of working with Ms. Pamela Vandel on several occasions. I originally retained Ms. Vandel as my divorce attorney in 2001. I was impressed with her professionalism and attention to detail. She fought hard with a professional aggressiveness securing a settlement which effectively met my needs. Her fees where very reasonable and comparable to other local attorneys. I've also retained Ms. Vandel to represent me in a Bankruptcy, Last Will and Testament , and Personal Injury Claim. I have always found Ms. Vandel to be current on Iowa laws and litigations. She has always worked hard to represent me answering my concerns in a timely fashion. Ms. Vandel has been retained by friends and family upon my recommendation.... all who have been impressed by her tenacity.

I am thankful to Pamela Vandel for representing me through one of the toughest experiences in my life. Pam was aggressive in the court room, relentless in obtaining my goals, returned every call in a timely manner, was always prepared, and went above the call of duty by completing my case at no charge because she felt I was a victim of an injustice. Pam provides a contract which states exactly what she charges and kept me informed throughout the process with itemized statements showing tasks performed and the time allotted on each task. Pam not only provided zealous representaion but is genuinely a great person. Pam gained not only a client but a lifetime friend. Thanks Pam you are an amazing attorney!

Pam was easy to reach and very responsive. She advised me appropriately and listened to my ideas. I felt supported and informed. I would recommend her to couples that are in somewhat of an amicable place with each other and are willing to work together on what is best for the children. She was referred to me by a friend in a similar situation that was equally as satisfied.

I went through several attorneys in my home town of Ames before exploring the options in Des Moines, and then was sorry I had not discovered her earlier. Finally, a lawyer who returns phone calls, listens carefully, and has the intelligence to understand every nuance of an ugly family dispute. She has two PhDs and a law degree, and for my situation, she was pure gold. I was up against a vindictive, cunning ex-wife who would stop at nothing to get revenge, including harming our own children. In court she was convincing, strong, reasoned, and she won, setting new precedent in child support law as she did so. As I see the reviews on this web site I am reminded of how easy it is to blame the attorney for the outcome of any case. Or praise them to the sky when things swing the right way. If you ignore all that, the takeaway is this: Pamela Vandel is a very intelligent and principled person who knows family law better than any of half a dozen Iowa attorneys I've worked with. And she returns phone calls.

I worked with Pam over ten years ago. I thought she was great. Laid out my options for my divorce and was always available when i needed to know something. My concern is that people don't or won't do their due diligence and be knowledgeable when meeting with their lawyer. The more you know the better off you are. Expecting to have your lawyer hold your hand is nice but what you need is one who knows the facts and will tell you like it is. Pam was always forthright with my case. I have and will continue to recommend her to someone in need or her services.

Pamela was my divorce attorney. She is by the far the nastiest human being I ever met. she is just as mean to her own clients as she is the other party involved. My friend used her also and had a horrible experience. While my friend was making payments to her religiously every month she got a knock on the door one day that her own attorney was taking her to small claims court. pam stating she was tired of taking monthly payments.

I hired her with her guarantee we would win a shame case $20,000 later she lost my case. I apealled and a court appointed attorney won my appeal after pan lost she wanted another 5 grand to appeal the case for me never again!

Initially told me this was going to be a slam dunk, but when we got to court she just sat there. Presented no evidence, asked no questions. Just sat there with her arms crossed. She doesn't return calls, and when and if one is able to contact her in the office, she is rude and terse. Told me this shouldn't cost over $3000, but after more than $6000 later, we weren't any further along than when we started. I finally fired her and started over with a new attorney.

I would highly recommend Pam Vandel. Divorce as a whole; court, documentation, procedures, are all stressful events to wade through and Pam was always available to meet or reach by phone, guiding me through the process and represent me to the fullest. There is a lot of work that we as the client must undertake as responsibility and I feel that it is often assumed that all we have to do is put down a retainer fee and they do everything from then on. We also have to take action in the proceedings to ensure that our legal representation has all the information to best represent us. Pam, was thorough and aggressive in fighting for my case not only in court but day to day, and also with my protection utmost in mind. Pam was very transparent in cost, with providing an upfront contract and subsequent monthly itemized statements depicting the tasks performed and their associated times. She was very responsive in returning phone calls. Pam is not only a tenacious and aggressive lawyer, but she is someone who has tremendous respect for the laws. She is such a wonderful and amazing attorney!! Thank you Pam!

Pamela Vandel took my case on without charging me any legal fees! She was at every hearing and always well prepared. She helped me accomplish my goal - a goal that every other attorney I talked to in the Des Moines, IA area told me would be IMPOSSIBLE to achieve! Another thing that impressed me about her is that she was always available to take my calls and was very patient with me, making sure to answer all of my questions, unless she was in court of course. Like I said in my review title, I would recommend Pamela Vandel to ANYONE!!

I have had the pleasure of working with Ms. Pamela Vandel on several occasions. I originally retained Ms. Vandel as my divorce attorney in 2001. I was impressed with her professionalism and attention to detail. She fought hard with a professional aggressiveness securing a settlement which effectively met my needs. Her fees where very reasonable and comparable to other local attorneys. I've also retained Ms. Vandel to represent me in a Bankruptcy, Last Will and Testament , and Personal Injury Claim. I have always found Ms. Vandel to be current on Iowa laws and litigations. She has always worked hard to represent me answering my concerns in a timely fashion. Ms. Vandel has been retained by friends and family upon my recommendation.... all who have been impressed by her tenacity.

I am thankful to Pamela Vandel for representing me through one of the toughest experiences in my life. Pam was aggressive in the court room, relentless in obtaining my goals, returned every call in a timely manner, was always prepared, and went above the call of duty by completing my case at no charge because she felt I was a victim of an injustice. Pam provides a contract which states exactly what she charges and kept me informed throughout the process with itemized statements showing tasks performed and the time allotted on each task. Pam not only provided zealous representaion but is genuinely a great person. Pam gained not only a client but a lifetime friend. Thanks Pam you are an amazing attorney!

Pam was easy to reach and very responsive. She advised me appropriately and listened to my ideas. I felt supported and informed. I would recommend her to couples that are in somewhat of an amicable place with each other and are willing to work together on what is best for the children. She was referred to me by a friend in a similar situation that was equally as satisfied.

I went through several attorneys in my home town of Ames before exploring the options in Des Moines, and then was sorry I had not discovered her earlier. Finally, a lawyer who returns phone calls, listens carefully, and has the intelligence to understand every nuance of an ugly family dispute. She has two PhDs and a law degree, and for my situation, she was pure gold. I was up against a vindictive, cunning ex-wife who would stop at nothing to get revenge, including harming our own children. In court she was convincing, strong, reasoned, and she won, setting new precedent in child support law as she did so. As I see the reviews on this web site I am reminded of how easy it is to blame the attorney for the outcome of any case. Or praise them to the sky when things swing the right way. If you ignore all that, the takeaway is this: Pamela Vandel is a very intelligent and principled person who knows family law better than any of half a dozen Iowa attorneys I've worked with. And she returns phone calls.

I worked with Pam over ten years ago. I thought she was great. Laid out my options for my divorce and was always available when i needed to know something. My concern is that people don't or won't do their due diligence and be knowledgeable when meeting with their lawyer. The more you know the better off you are. Expecting to have your lawyer hold your hand is nice but what you need is one who knows the facts and will tell you like it is. Pam was always forthright with my case. I have and will continue to recommend her to someone in need or her services.

Pamela was my divorce attorney. She is by the far the nastiest human being I ever met. she is just as mean to her own clients as she is the other party involved. My friend used her also and had a horrible experience. While my friend was making payments to her religiously every month she got a knock on the door one day that her own attorney was taking her to small claims court. pam stating she was tired of taking monthly payments.

I hired her with her guarantee we would win a shame case $20,000 later she lost my case. I apealled and a court appointed attorney won my appeal after pan lost she wanted another 5 grand to appeal the case for me never again!

Initially told me this was going to be a slam dunk, but when we got to court she just sat there. Presented no evidence, asked no questions. Just sat there with her arms crossed. She doesn't return calls, and when and if one is able to contact her in the office, she is rude and terse. Told me this shouldn't cost over $3000, but after more than $6000 later, we weren't any further along than when we started. I finally fired her and started over with a new attorney.

I would highly recommend Pam Vandel. Divorce as a whole; court, documentation, procedures, are all stressful events to wade through and Pam was always available to meet or reach by phone, guiding me through the process and represent me to the fullest. There is a lot of work that we as the client must undertake as responsibility and I feel that it is often assumed that all we have to do is put down a retainer fee and they do everything from then on. We also have to take action in the proceedings to ensure that our legal representation has all the information to best represent us. Pam, was thorough and aggressive in fighting for my case not only in court but day to day, and also with my protection utmost in mind. Pam was very transparent in cost, with providing an upfront contract and subsequent monthly itemized statements depicting the tasks performed and their associated times. She was very responsive in returning phone calls. Pam is not only a tenacious and aggressive lawyer, but she is someone who has tremendous respect for the laws. She is such a wonderful and amazing attorney!! Thank you Pam!

Pamela Vandel took my case on without charging me any legal fees! She was at every hearing and always well prepared. She helped me accomplish my goal - a goal that every other attorney I talked to in the Des Moines, IA area told me would be IMPOSSIBLE to achieve! Another thing that impressed me about her is that she was always available to take my calls and was very patient with me, making sure to answer all of my questions, unless she was in court of course. Like I said in my review title, I would recommend Pamela Vandel to ANYONE!!

I have had the pleasure of working with Ms. Pamela Vandel on several occasions. I originally retained Ms. Vandel as my divorce attorney in 2001. I was impressed with her professionalism and attention to detail. She fought hard with a professional aggressiveness securing a settlement which effectively met my needs. Her fees where very reasonable and comparable to other local attorneys. I've also retained Ms. Vandel to represent me in a Bankruptcy, Last Will and Testament , and Personal Injury Claim. I have always found Ms. Vandel to be current on Iowa laws and litigations. She has always worked hard to represent me answering my concerns in a timely fashion. Ms. Vandel has been retained by friends and family upon my recommendation.... all who have been impressed by her tenacity.

I am thankful to Pamela Vandel for representing me through one of the toughest experiences in my life. Pam was aggressive in the court room, relentless in obtaining my goals, returned every call in a timely manner, was always prepared, and went above the call of duty by completing my case at no charge because she felt I was a victim of an injustice. Pam provides a contract which states exactly what she charges and kept me informed throughout the process with itemized statements showing tasks performed and the time allotted on each task. Pam not only provided zealous representaion but is genuinely a great person. Pam gained not only a client but a lifetime friend. Thanks Pam you are an amazing attorney!

Pam was easy to reach and very responsive. She advised me appropriately and listened to my ideas. I felt supported and informed. I would recommend her to couples that are in somewhat of an amicable place with each other and are willing to work together on what is best for the children. She was referred to me by a friend in a similar situation that was equally as satisfied.

I went through several attorneys in my home town of Ames before exploring the options in Des Moines, and then was sorry I had not discovered her earlier. Finally, a lawyer who returns phone calls, listens carefully, and has the intelligence to understand every nuance of an ugly family dispute. She has two PhDs and a law degree, and for my situation, she was pure gold. I was up against a vindictive, cunning ex-wife who would stop at nothing to get revenge, including harming our own children. In court she was convincing, strong, reasoned, and she won, setting new precedent in child support law as she did so. As I see the reviews on this web site I am reminded of how easy it is to blame the attorney for the outcome of any case. Or praise them to the sky when things swing the right way. If you ignore all that, the takeaway is this: Pamela Vandel is a very intelligent and principled person who knows family law better than any of half a dozen Iowa attorneys I've worked with. And she returns phone calls.

I worked with Pam over ten years ago. I thought she was great. Laid out my options for my divorce and was always available when i needed to know something. My concern is that people don't or won't do their due diligence and be knowledgeable when meeting with their lawyer. The more you know the better off you are. Expecting to have your lawyer hold your hand is nice but what you need is one who knows the facts and will tell you like it is. Pam was always forthright with my case. I have and will continue to recommend her to someone in need or her services.

Pamela was my divorce attorney. She is by the far the nastiest human being I ever met. she is just as mean to her own clients as she is the other party involved. My friend used her also and had a horrible experience. While my friend was making payments to her religiously every month she got a knock on the door one day that her own attorney was taking her to small claims court. pam stating she was tired of taking monthly payments.

I hired her with her guarantee we would win a shame case $20,000 later she lost my case. I apealled and a court appointed attorney won my appeal after pan lost she wanted another 5 grand to appeal the case for me never again!

Initially told me this was going to be a slam dunk, but when we got to court she just sat there. Presented no evidence, asked no questions. Just sat there with her arms crossed. She doesn't return calls, and when and if one is able to contact her in the office, she is rude and terse. Told me this shouldn't cost over $3000, but after more than $6000 later, we weren't any further along than when we started. I finally fired her and started over with a new attorney.

I would highly recommend Pam Vandel. Divorce as a whole; court, documentation, procedures, are all stressful events to wade through and Pam was always available to meet or reach by phone, guiding me through the process and represent me to the fullest. There is a lot of work that we as the client must undertake as responsibility and I feel that it is often assumed that all we have to do is put down a retainer fee and they do everything from then on. We also have to take action in the proceedings to ensure that our legal representation has all the information to best represent us. Pam, was thorough and aggressive in fighting for my case not only in court but day to day, and also with my protection utmost in mind. Pam was very transparent in cost, with providing an upfront contract and subsequent monthly itemized statements depicting the tasks performed and their associated times. She was very responsive in returning phone calls. Pam is not only a tenacious and aggressive lawyer, but she is someone who has tremendous respect for the laws. She is such a wonderful and amazing attorney!! Thank you Pam!

Pamela Vandel took my case on without charging me any legal fees! She was at every hearing and always well prepared. She helped me accomplish my goal - a goal that every other attorney I talked to in the Des Moines, IA area told me would be IMPOSSIBLE to achieve! Another thing that impressed me about her is that she was always available to take my calls and was very patient with me, making sure to answer all of my questions, unless she was in court of course. Like I said in my review title, I would recommend Pamela Vandel to ANYONE!!

I have had the pleasure of working with Ms. Pamela Vandel on several occasions. I originally retained Ms. Vandel as my divorce attorney in 2001. I was impressed with her professionalism and attention to detail. She fought hard with a professional aggressiveness securing a settlement which effectively met my needs. Her fees where very reasonable and comparable to other local attorneys. I've also retained Ms. Vandel to represent me in a Bankruptcy, Last Will and Testament , and Personal Injury Claim. I have always found Ms. Vandel to be current on Iowa laws and litigations. She has always worked hard to represent me answering my concerns in a timely fashion. Ms. Vandel has been retained by friends and family upon my recommendation.... all who have been impressed by her tenacity.

I am thankful to Pamela Vandel for representing me through one of the toughest experiences in my life. Pam was aggressive in the court room, relentless in obtaining my goals, returned every call in a timely manner, was always prepared, and went above the call of duty by completing my case at no charge because she felt I was a victim of an injustice. Pam provides a contract which states exactly what she charges and kept me informed throughout the process with itemized statements showing tasks performed and the time allotted on each task. Pam not only provided zealous representaion but is genuinely a great person. Pam gained not only a client but a lifetime friend. Thanks Pam you are an amazing attorney!

Pam was easy to reach and very responsive. She advised me appropriately and listened to my ideas. I felt supported and informed. I would recommend her to couples that are in somewhat of an amicable place with each other and are willing to work together on what is best for the children. She was referred to me by a friend in a similar situation that was equally as satisfied.

I went through several attorneys in my home town of Ames before exploring the options in Des Moines, and then was sorry I had not discovered her earlier. Finally, a lawyer who returns phone calls, listens carefully, and has the intelligence to understand every nuance of an ugly family dispute. She has two PhDs and a law degree, and for my situation, she was pure gold. I was up against a vindictive, cunning ex-wife who would stop at nothing to get revenge, including harming our own children. In court she was convincing, strong, reasoned, and she won, setting new precedent in child support law as she did so. As I see the reviews on this web site I am reminded of how easy it is to blame the attorney for the outcome of any case. Or praise them to the sky when things swing the right way. If you ignore all that, the takeaway is this: Pamela Vandel is a very intelligent and principled person who knows family law better than any of half a dozen Iowa attorneys I've worked with. And she returns phone calls.

I worked with Pam over ten years ago. I thought she was great. Laid out my options for my divorce and was always available when i needed to know something. My concern is that people don't or won't do their due diligence and be knowledgeable when meeting with their lawyer. The more you know the better off you are. Expecting to have your lawyer hold your hand is nice but what you need is one who knows the facts and will tell you like it is. Pam was always forthright with my case. I have and will continue to recommend her to someone in need or her services.

Pamela was my divorce attorney. She is by the far the nastiest human being I ever met. she is just as mean to her own clients as she is the other party involved. My friend used her also and had a horrible experience. While my friend was making payments to her religiously every month she got a knock on the door one day that her own attorney was taking her to small claims court. pam stating she was tired of taking monthly payments.

I hired her with her guarantee we would win a shame case $20,000 later she lost my case. I apealled and a court appointed attorney won my appeal after pan lost she wanted another 5 grand to appeal the case for me never again!

Initially told me this was going to be a slam dunk, but when we got to court she just sat there. Presented no evidence, asked no questions. Just sat there with her arms crossed. She doesn't return calls, and when and if one is able to contact her in the office, she is rude and terse. Told me this shouldn't cost over $3000, but after more than $6000 later, we weren't any further along than when we started. I finally fired her and started over with a new attorney.

I would highly recommend Pam Vandel. Divorce as a whole; court, documentation, procedures, are all stressful events to wade through and Pam was always available to meet or reach by phone, guiding me through the process and represent me to the fullest. There is a lot of work that we as the client must undertake as responsibility and I feel that it is often assumed that all we have to do is put down a retainer fee and they do everything from then on. We also have to take action in the proceedings to ensure that our legal representation has all the information to best represent us. Pam, was thorough and aggressive in fighting for my case not only in court but day to day, and also with my protection utmost in mind. Pam was very transparent in cost, with providing an upfront contract and subsequent monthly itemized statements depicting the tasks performed and their associated times. She was very responsive in returning phone calls. Pam is not only a tenacious and aggressive lawyer, but she is someone who has tremendous respect for the laws. She is such a wonderful and amazing attorney!! Thank you Pam!

Pamela Vandel took my case on without charging me any legal fees! She was at every hearing and always well prepared. She helped me accomplish my goal - a goal that every other attorney I talked to in the Des Moines, IA area told me would be IMPOSSIBLE to achieve! Another thing that impressed me about her is that she was always available to take my calls and was very patient with me, making sure to answer all of my questions, unless she was in court of course. Like I said in my review title, I would recommend Pamela Vandel to ANYONE!!

I have had the pleasure of working with Ms. Pamela Vandel on several occasions. I originally retained Ms. Vandel as my divorce attorney in 2001. I was impressed with her professionalism and attention to detail. She fought hard with a professional aggressiveness securing a settlement which effectively met my needs. Her fees where very reasonable and comparable to other local attorneys. I've also retained Ms. Vandel to represent me in a Bankruptcy, Last Will and Testament , and Personal Injury Claim. I have always found Ms. Vandel to be current on Iowa laws and litigations. She has always worked hard to represent me answering my concerns in a timely fashion. Ms. Vandel has been retained by friends and family upon my recommendation.... all who have been impressed by her tenacity.

I am thankful to Pamela Vandel for representing me through one of the toughest experiences in my life. Pam was aggressive in the court room, relentless in obtaining my goals, returned every call in a timely manner, was always prepared, and went above the call of duty by completing my case at no charge because she felt I was a victim of an injustice. Pam provides a contract which states exactly what she charges and kept me informed throughout the process with itemized statements showing tasks performed and the time allotted on each task. Pam not only provided zealous representaion but is genuinely a great person. Pam gained not only a client but a lifetime friend. Thanks Pam you are an amazing attorney!

Pam was easy to reach and very responsive. She advised me appropriately and listened to my ideas. I felt supported and informed. I would recommend her to couples that are in somewhat of an amicable place with each other and are willing to work together on what is best for the children. She was referred to me by a friend in a similar situation that was equally as satisfied.

I went through several attorneys in my home town of Ames before exploring the options in Des Moines, and then was sorry I had not discovered her earlier. Finally, a lawyer who returns phone calls, listens carefully, and has the intelligence to understand every nuance of an ugly family dispute. She has two PhDs and a law degree, and for my situation, she was pure gold. I was up against a vindictive, cunning ex-wife who would stop at nothing to get revenge, including harming our own children. In court she was convincing, strong, reasoned, and she won, setting new precedent in child support law as she did so. As I see the reviews on this web site I am reminded of how easy it is to blame the attorney for the outcome of any case. Or praise them to the sky when things swing the right way. If you ignore all that, the takeaway is this: Pamela Vandel is a very intelligent and principled person who knows family law better than any of half a dozen Iowa attorneys I've worked with. And she returns phone calls.

I worked with Pam over ten years ago. I thought she was great. Laid out my options for my divorce and was always available when i needed to know something. My concern is that people don't or won't do their due diligence and be knowledgeable when meeting with their lawyer. The more you know the better off you are. Expecting to have your lawyer hold your hand is nice but what you need is one who knows the facts and will tell you like it is. Pam was always forthright with my case. I have and will continue to recommend her to someone in need or her services.

Pamela was my divorce attorney. She is by the far the nastiest human being I ever met. she is just as mean to her own clients as she is the other party involved. My friend used her also and had a horrible experience. While my friend was making payments to her religiously every month she got a knock on the door one day that her own attorney was taking her to small claims court. pam stating she was tired of taking monthly payments.

I hired her with her guarantee we would win a shame case $20,000 later she lost my case. I apealled and a court appointed attorney won my appeal after pan lost she wanted another 5 grand to appeal the case for me never again!

Initially told me this was going to be a slam dunk, but when we got to court she just sat there. Presented no evidence, asked no questions. Just sat there with her arms crossed. She doesn't return calls, and when and if one is able to contact her in the office, she is rude and terse. Told me this shouldn't cost over $3000, but after more than $6000 later, we weren't any further along than when we started. I finally fired her and started over with a new attorney.

I would highly recommend Pam Vandel. Divorce as a whole; court, documentation, procedures, are all stressful events to wade through and Pam was always available to meet or reach by phone, guiding me through the process and represent me to the fullest. There is a lot of work that we as the client must undertake as responsibility and I feel that it is often assumed that all we have to do is put down a retainer fee and they do everything from then on. We also have to take action in the proceedings to ensure that our legal representation has all the information to best represent us. Pam, was thorough and aggressive in fighting for my case not only in court but day to day, and also with my protection utmost in mind. Pam was very transparent in cost, with providing an upfront contract and subsequent monthly itemized statements depicting the tasks performed and their associated times. She was very responsive in returning phone calls. Pam is not only a tenacious and aggressive lawyer, but she is someone who has tremendous respect for the laws. She is such a wonderful and amazing attorney!! Thank you Pam!

Pamela Vandel took my case on without charging me any legal fees! She was at every hearing and always well prepared. She helped me accomplish my goal - a goal that every other attorney I talked to in the Des Moines, IA area told me would be IMPOSSIBLE to achieve! Another thing that impressed me about her is that she was always available to take my calls and was very patient with me, making sure to answer all of my questions, unless she was in court of course. Like I said in my review title, I would recommend Pamela Vandel to ANYONE!!

I have had the pleasure of working with Ms. Pamela Vandel on several occasions. I originally retained Ms. Vandel as my divorce attorney in 2001. I was impressed with her professionalism and attention to detail. She fought hard with a professional aggressiveness securing a settlement which effectively met my needs. Her fees where very reasonable and comparable to other local attorneys. I've also retained Ms. Vandel to represent me in a Bankruptcy, Last Will and Testament , and Personal Injury Claim. I have always found Ms. Vandel to be current on Iowa laws and litigations. She has always worked hard to represent me answering my concerns in a timely fashion. Ms. Vandel has been retained by friends and family upon my recommendation.... all who have been impressed by her tenacity.

I am thankful to Pamela Vandel for representing me through one of the toughest experiences in my life. Pam was aggressive in the court room, relentless in obtaining my goals, returned every call in a timely manner, was always prepared, and went above the call of duty by completing my case at no charge because she felt I was a victim of an injustice. Pam provides a contract which states exactly what she charges and kept me informed throughout the process with itemized statements showing tasks performed and the time allotted on each task. Pam not only provided zealous representaion but is genuinely a great person. Pam gained not only a client but a lifetime friend. Thanks Pam you are an amazing attorney!

Pam was easy to reach and very responsive. She advised me appropriately and listened to my ideas. I felt supported and informed. I would recommend her to couples that are in somewhat of an amicable place with each other and are willing to work together on what is best for the children. She was referred to me by a friend in a similar situation that was equally as satisfied.

I went through several attorneys in my home town of Ames before exploring the options in Des Moines, and then was sorry I had not discovered her earlier. Finally, a lawyer who returns phone calls, listens carefully, and has the intelligence to understand every nuance of an ugly family dispute. She has two PhDs and a law degree, and for my situation, she was pure gold. I was up against a vindictive, cunning ex-wife who would stop at nothing to get revenge, including harming our own children. In court she was convincing, strong, reasoned, and she won, setting new precedent in child support law as she did so. As I see the reviews on this web site I am reminded of how easy it is to blame the attorney for the outcome of any case. Or praise them to the sky when things swing the right way. If you ignore all that, the takeaway is this: Pamela Vandel is a very intelligent and principled person who knows family law better than any of half a dozen Iowa attorneys I've worked with. And she returns phone calls.

I worked with Pam over ten years ago. I thought she was great. Laid out my options for my divorce and was always available when i needed to know something. My concern is that people don't or won't do their due diligence and be knowledgeable when meeting with their lawyer. The more you know the better off you are. Expecting to have your lawyer hold your hand is nice but what you need is one who knows the facts and will tell you like it is. Pam was always forthright with my case. I have and will continue to recommend her to someone in need or her services.

Pamela was my divorce attorney. She is by the far the nastiest human being I ever met. she is just as mean to her own clients as she is the other party involved. My friend used her also and had a horrible experience. While my friend was making payments to her religiously every month she got a knock on the door one day that her own attorney was taking her to small claims court. pam stating she was tired of taking monthly payments.

I hired her with her guarantee we would win a shame case $20,000 later she lost my case. I apealled and a court appointed attorney won my appeal after pan lost she wanted another 5 grand to appeal the case for me never again!

Initially told me this was going to be a slam dunk, but when we got to court she just sat there. Presented no evidence, asked no questions. Just sat there with her arms crossed. She doesn't return calls, and when and if one is able to contact her in the office, she is rude and terse. Told me this shouldn't cost over $3000, but after more than $6000 later, we weren't any further along than when we started. I finally fired her and started over with a new attorney.

I would highly recommend Pam Vandel. Divorce as a whole; court, documentation, procedures, are all stressful events to wade through and Pam was always available to meet or reach by phone, guiding me through the process and represent me to the fullest. There is a lot of work that we as the client must undertake as responsibility and I feel that it is often assumed that all we have to do is put down a retainer fee and they do everything from then on. We also have to take action in the proceedings to ensure that our legal representation has all the information to best represent us. Pam, was thorough and aggressive in fighting for my case not only in court but day to day, and also with my protection utmost in mind. Pam was very transparent in cost, with providing an upfront contract and subsequent monthly itemized statements depicting the tasks performed and their associated times. She was very responsive in returning phone calls. Pam is not only a tenacious and aggressive lawyer, but she is someone who has tremendous respect for the laws. She is such a wonderful and amazing attorney!! Thank you Pam!

Pamela Vandel took my case on without charging me any legal fees! She was at every hearing and always well prepared. She helped me accomplish my goal - a goal that every other attorney I talked to in the Des Moines, IA area told me would be IMPOSSIBLE to achieve! Another thing that impressed me about her is that she was always available to take my calls and was very patient with me, making sure to answer all of my questions, unless she was in court of course. Like I said in my review title, I would recommend Pamela Vandel to ANYONE!!

I have had the pleasure of working with Ms. Pamela Vandel on several occasions. I originally retained Ms. Vandel as my divorce attorney in 2001. I was impressed with her professionalism and attention to detail. She fought hard with a professional aggressiveness securing a settlement which effectively met my needs. Her fees where very reasonable and comparable to other local attorneys. I've also retained Ms. Vandel to represent me in a Bankruptcy, Last Will and Testament , and Personal Injury Claim. I have always found Ms. Vandel to be current on Iowa laws and litigations. She has always worked hard to represent me answering my concerns in a timely fashion. Ms. Vandel has been retained by friends and family upon my recommendation.... all who have been impressed by her tenacity.

I am thankful to Pamela Vandel for representing me through one of the toughest experiences in my life. Pam was aggressive in the court room, relentless in obtaining my goals, returned every call in a timely manner, was always prepared, and went above the call of duty by completing my case at no charge because she felt I was a victim of an injustice. Pam provides a contract which states exactly what she charges and kept me informed throughout the process with itemized statements showing tasks performed and the time allotted on each task. Pam not only provided zealous representaion but is genuinely a great person. Pam gained not only a client but a lifetime friend. Thanks Pam you are an amazing attorney!

Pam was easy to reach and very responsive. She advised me appropriately and listened to my ideas. I felt supported and informed. I would recommend her to couples that are in somewhat of an amicable place with each other and are willing to work together on what is best for the children. She was referred to me by a friend in a similar situation that was equally as satisfied.

I went through several attorneys in my home town of Ames before exploring the options in Des Moines, and then was sorry I had not discovered her earlier. Finally, a lawyer who returns phone calls, listens carefully, and has the intelligence to understand every nuance of an ugly family dispute. She has two PhDs and a law degree, and for my situation, she was pure gold. I was up against a vindictive, cunning ex-wife who would stop at nothing to get revenge, including harming our own children. In court she was convincing, strong, reasoned, and she won, setting new precedent in child support law as she did so. As I see the reviews on this web site I am reminded of how easy it is to blame the attorney for the outcome of any case. Or praise them to the sky when things swing the right way. If you ignore all that, the takeaway is this: Pamela Vandel is a very intelligent and principled person who knows family law better than any of half a dozen Iowa attorneys I've worked with. And she returns phone calls.

I worked with Pam over ten years ago. I thought she was great. Laid out my options for my divorce and was always available when i needed to know something. My concern is that people don't or won't do their due diligence and be knowledgeable when meeting with their lawyer. The more you know the better off you are. Expecting to have your lawyer hold your hand is nice but what you need is one who knows the facts and will tell you like it is. Pam was always forthright with my case. I have and will continue to recommend her to someone in need or her services.

Pamela was my divorce attorney. She is by the far the nastiest human being I ever met. she is just as mean to her own clients as she is the other party involved. My friend used her also and had a horrible experience. While my friend was making payments to her religiously every month she got a knock on the door one day that her own attorney was taking her to small claims court. pam stating she was tired of taking monthly payments.

I hired her with her guarantee we would win a shame case $20,000 later she lost my case. I apealled and a court appointed attorney won my appeal after pan lost she wanted another 5 grand to appeal the case for me never again!

Initially told me this was going to be a slam dunk, but when we got to court she just sat there. Presented no evidence, asked no questions. Just sat there with her arms crossed. She doesn't return calls, and when and if one is able to contact her in the office, she is rude and terse. Told me this shouldn't cost over $3000, but after more than $6000 later, we weren't any further along than when we started. I finally fired her and started over with a new attorney.