Howard O. Hagen

Des Moines, IA Directions

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 1997

Awarded Practice Areas

Banking and Finance Law Financial Services Regulation Law

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512-246-4543

Awarded Practice Areas

Banking and Finance Law Financial Services Regulation Law

Works at

Dickinson, Bradshaw, Fowler & Hagen PC

29 Best Lawyers awards

Biography

Howard Hagen practices primarily in banking law. For over 25 years he has counseled banks in virtually every Iowa county on such issues as regulation, acquisitions and various corporate and shareholder matters that have confronted banks in both good and troubled times. Howard also has served as counsel to the Community Bankers of Iowa for more than 20 years. He currently serves as a member of the American Bar Association Banking Law Committee. Earlier in his career, Howard served in the public sector as Assistant Attorney General and General Counsel to the Iowa Division of Banking.

Locations

Des Moines, Iowa

515-243-4191

801 Grand Avenue, Suite 3700
Des Moines, IA 50309-8004

Education

University of Chicago, JD, graduated 1973
Grinnell College, BA, graduated 1970

Bar Admissions

Iowa, American Bar Association
Iowa, Iowa State Bar Association
Iowa, Polk County Bar Association

Client Testimonials

The depth and breadth of Howard Hagen's knowledge regarding banking issues is of great value. His problem solving, not just a commitment to research, begins with the first contact. Issues are clearly explained and options are effectively presented by him. Throughout the process, Howard is very accessible and responsive to questions, allowing us to proceed with confidence.

Ted Vonderhaar (Pilot Grove Savings Bank)

Pilot Grove, IA

Mr. Hagen is a very thoughtful and caring advocate when the client is in a tough situation.

Jim Whitmore (Okey-Vernon First National Bank)

Howard is a very creative thinker. He likes to review and discuss "big picture" issues. I enjoy working with him.

George Schneidermann (Rock Rivers Bancorp)

Rock Rapids, IA

Howard Hagen is extremely knowledgeable in the banking field. He has many good sources of contact with regulators and has excellent relationships with them. This is a big help from a banker's perspective in being able to sort through many of the hoops we must go through for applications and rulings. Howard does an outstanding job for us.

Tony Kaska (Midwest Heritage Bank)

Des Moines, IA

Mr. Howard Hagen has always been extremely responsive to all inquiries, creative in his handlings of all legal matters, and efficient in every issue I have presented to him. His standing in banking/financial law matters is exemplary.

Fred Hagemann (Cedar Investment Company)

Waverly, IA

Awards & Focus

Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers^® for:

Banking and Finance Law, Des Moines (2024)
Financial Services Regulation Law, Des Moines (2016)
Banking and Finance Law, Des Moines (2014)
Financial Services Regulation Law, Des Moines (2012)

Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America^® 2026 for work in:

Banking and Finance Law
Financial Services Regulation Law

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