Anderson & Houghton PLLC
Steven C. Anderson
Steve Anderson is a life-long resident of Iowa City having graduated from West High School, the University of Iowa, and the University of Iowa College of Law. He has practiced law in Iowa City since 1990. He opened his law firm and established Hawkeye Title and Settlement in 2004, when he purchased United Title Services. In 2016 the law firm became Anderson & Houghton, LLP Attorneys at Law, when Jim Houghton joined the practice. Hawkeye is the leading full-service provider of real estate title and closing services in Johnson County and is one of the largest privately owned abstract and settlement companies in the State of Iowa. The Hawkeye companies acquired Reliance Title Services in 2020 and acquired Security Abstract Company in 2024.
Steve has been very active in the Iowa City non-profit community having served on the Boards of the Visiting Nurse Association, Iowa City Hospice, Iowa Care Community, Table 2 Table, The Bird House residential hospice, and most recently the Mercy Hospital, Iowa City Board and the Mercy Hospital, Iowa City, Foundation Board for the last two decades.
Steve has three adult children, Jake of West Des Moines, Iowa, Zach of Iowa City and Olivia of Iowa City.​​
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James D. Houghton - Of Counsel
Jim, a lifelong resident of Iowa City, has practiced law in the area since earning his J.D. from the University of Iowa College of Law. His general practice has focused on real estate, wills and estates, small business matters, and tax law. After decades of dedicated service, Jim transitioned to an "Of Counsel" role with the firm on January 1, 2025.
In addition to his legal work, Jim has been deeply involved in the nonprofit community, serving on several boards over the years. He has a long-standing commitment to organizations such as Habitat for Humanity and the Domestic Violence Intervention Program.
Now in his Of Counsel role, Jim looks forward to maintaining connections with both existing and new clients while spending more tirne with his wife, Judy, their daughters, Laura and Heather, and pursuing his passions for travel, adventure hiking, and mission work at home and abroad.
Matthew E. Evans
​Matthew E. Evans is an associate attorney at Anderson & Houghton, PLLC. He maintains a general practice with a focus on real estate. Matt assists clients with real estate transactions, including examination of abstracts of title, conducting closings, clearing title objections, and preparing real estate documents. Matt received his J.D. from the University of Iowa College of Law where he graduated with distinction. He had previously received a Bachelor of Arts from the University of lowa in Music — Piano Performance. Matt is originally from central Iowa and enjoys exploring all Iowa has to offer. In his free time, Matt enjoys spending time with his wife, daughters, and dog, camping, hiking, traveling, playing basketball, and playing piano.
Member: Iowa State Bar Association (including Real Estate Law and Probate Law Sections)
Nikki - Office Dog
Nikki, a proud lifelong resident of Iowa City, joined the firm after graduating from puppy training with flying colors. Since then, she has served as the official Office Dog, bringing warmth, smiles, and a little fur to the workplace.
Her daily responsibilities include greeting clients, offering comfort during stressful moments, graciously accepting treats and belly rubs, managing trash can security, and encouraging regular outdoor walks for staff. Nikki takes her duties seriously—especially the shedding.
When she's not hard at work, Nikki enjoys napping in sunny spots and making sure everyone in the office feels welcome.