Eugene E. Gene Olson

Real Estate Law

5.0 (1 reviews)

West Des Moines, Iowa

57+ years experience

Peddicord Lillis LLP

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

515-243-2100

https://www.peddicordlillis.com/attorneys/eugene-e-olson

4949 Westown Parkway, Suite 200, West Des Moines, IA

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Bio

Eugene E. Olson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Real Estate Law.Eugene E., who practices law in West Des Moines, Iowa, has been recognized since 2007. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Eugene E. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Eugene E. Olson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Real Estate Law.Eugene E., who practices law in West Des Moines, Iowa, has been recognized since 2007. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Eugene E. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Eugene E. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

Iowa

State Capital

Des Moines

Highest Court

Iowa Supreme Court

Bar Association

Iowa State Bar Association

Typical Consultation

$150-$300

Typical Hourly Range

$225-$425/hr

Fee Model Notes

Estate planning often uses flat-fee packages, while probate disputes tend to be hourly.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Real Estate Law

Awards & Recognition

Lawyer of the Year: Real Estate Law, Des Moines (2021)
Lawyer of the Year: Real Estate Law, Des Moines (2012)
Recognized: Real Estate Law

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2007

Education

The University of Iowa, J.D., graduated 1968

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Reviews

Nicole Johnson

3 months ago

A Master of Real Estate Law with Unmatched Experience

After a complex and contentious commercial property transaction fell apart at the eleventh hour, our business was in a precarious position. We needed an attorney with not just knowledge, but profound wisdom and a steady hand. Mr. Eugene Olson was exactly that. With 57 years of practice, his depth of understanding in real estate law is simply unparalleled. He didn't just review contracts; he anticipated every potential point of conflict from zoning nuances to title issues, drawing on a career that began with his graduation from The University of Iowa in 1968. His recognition as Lawyer of the Year in Real Estate Law was immediately evident in his strategic approach. Mr. Olson guided us through a meticulous renegotiation, protecting our interests completely and salvaging the deal. Beyond his expertise, his professionalism and clear communication from his office at Peddicord Lillis LLP made a stressful process manageable. He is the definitive authority in West Des Moines for real estate matters. We achieved an outcome far better than we hoped for, and I cannot recommend his services highly enough.