Cynthia Bahls Esq.

I’ve been where you are.  That is why when you enter my office for the first time I want you to feel this is a safe space where I not only listen to you, I understand you. I will do my utmost to be friendly and accessible, and thoroughly explain all legal proceedings so that you are confident and secure in the legal advice and assistance I am providing you.  My ultimate goal is that you emerge from your legal matter whole, satisfied, and taken care of at every step in the process.

Since graduating from Drake Law School and my admittance to the Iowa Bar in April 2005, I practiced primarily in the field of family law for about 10 years, assisting families through divorce and custody matters.  I am also a certified mediator.  About 9 years ago, following my own family’s struggle with my mother’s Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, I shifted my practice to work in the probate arena.  Since then, I have found great personal fulfillment helping families find the necessary resources to take care of their loved ones by guiding them through the guardianship and conservatorship process with dignity and compassion.  I also regularly represent Protected Persons as their attorney or Court Visitor to ensure they have a voice in guardianship proceedings concerning their best interests, independence and autonomy.

In addition to guardianships and conservatorships, I work with my clients to be future-focused and develop comprehensive estate plans to ensure they and their loved ones will be protected again the uncertainties that life inevitably throws our direction and create wills and trusts that coincide with their goals and intentions.  Finally, when a beloved family member passes away, myself and my trusted paralegal, Beth, help families navigate the complex estate administration process competently and efficiently so they may grieve and heal instead of worry about deadlines and legal documents.

Since I also understand the need for a good work/life balance, on the weekends you can often find me with my husband, Bill, and our fur-babies taking pride in Iowa’s growth and opportunities by enjoying various events, festivals and restaurants all over the state.  As a self-professed “foodie,” if you need a suggestion for a tasty delight, chances are I’ve been there, tried that!  I also recently discovered the joy of biking the beautiful trails Iowa has in abundance.  When time allows, I also love to travel.  Recent adventures include hiking in the Black Hills, SD, taking an overnight train to the hot, healing springs in Colorado, enjoying the beach and whale-watching in Cabo San Lucas, and exploring the museums and sites of the “Windy City.”