Michael Holmes
West Des Moines Legal Group
West Des Moines, Iowa · 7 Years Experience
About Michael Holmes
A West Des Moines native, Michael Holmes brings 7 years of workers' comp experience to every case. Before entering private practice, he worked for the Iowa Workers' Compensation Board, giving his unique insight into how claims are evaluated. He now uses that knowledge to maximize outcomes for injured workers.
Practice Areas
- Workers Compensation
- FMLA
- ADA Compliance
Frequently Asked Questions
Michael Holmes works on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless you win. If your case is successful, the attorney's fee is a percentage of your settlement or award — typically 15–25% in Iowa. There are no upfront costs and no fees if you don't recover.
Michael Holmes handles all types of workers' compensation cases in Iowa, including Workers Compensation, Occupational Disease, Death Benefits, denied claims, permanent disability ratings, and workers' comp appeals.
In Iowa, you generally must report your injury to your employer within 30 days and file a formal claim within 1–2 years of the injury date. These deadlines are strict — missing them can cost you your benefits. Contact Michael immediately after any workplace injury.
Yes — claim denials are one of Michael Holmes's specialties. Insurance companies routinely deny valid claims hoping workers won't fight back. With 7 years of experience in Iowa workers' comp law, Michael knows exactly how to appeal denials and fight for the benefits you're entitled to.
Michael Holmes primarily serves clients in West Des Moines and the surrounding Iowa area, but handles cases throughout the state. If you're in Iowa and were injured at work, contact Michael's office for a free consultation regardless of your location.
Education & Credentials
- J.D. Ohio State University School of Law
- Bar Iowa State Bar, admitted 2019
- Mbr Iowa Workers' Compensation Bar Association