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.
Lawdragon Honors
| Honor | Year | Practice |
|---|---|---|
| The 2026 Lawdragon 500 Leading Global Bankruptcy & Restructuring Lawyers | 2026 | Bankruptcy, esp. Consumer |
| The 2025 Lawdragon 500 Leading Global Bankruptcy & Restructuring Lawyers | 2025 | Bankruptcy, esp. Consumer |
| The 2024 Lawdragon 500 Leading Global Bankruptcy & Restructuring Lawyers | 2024 | Bankruptcy, esp. Consumer |
| The 2023 Lawdragon 500 Leading Bankruptcy & Restructuring Lawyers | 2023 | Bankruptcy, esp. Consumer |
| 2022 Lawdragon 500 Leading U.S. Bankruptcy & Restructuring Lawyers | 2022 | Bankruptcy, esp. Consumer |
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 and Lawdragon 500 Leading Global Bankruptcy & Restructuring Lawyers. In addition to the honors listed, Hansen was also selected to the Lawdragon 500 in 2009 and was part of the Lawdragon 3000 in 2011.
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.
