Dawson Family Lawyers

Austin J Luse
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Austin J Luse
Des Moines, IA Family Law Attorney with 3 years of experience
(515) 247-9297 2801 Hubbell Ave.
Des Moines, IA 50317
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal Defense and Probate
Drake University Law School
Born and raised in southern Iowa, the son of a farmer and a teacher, I am passionate about helping those who need it most with their legal needs. The tightknit, blue collar community where I grew up instilled the values of hard work and loyalty into me at a young age, and I carry these values with me wherever I go. I am an Associate Attorney at Balduchi Law Office, P.C., in Des Moines, Iowa, where I primarily focus in the areas of family law and criminal defense, but also handle probate, personal injury, and basic business entity-structuring matters....
Jesse Michael Marzen
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Jesse Michael Marzen
West Des Moines, IA Family Law Attorney with 18 years of experience
(515) 259-7776 5550 Wild Rose Lane
Suite 400
West Des Moines, IA 50266
Family, Collections, Divorce and Tax
University of St. Thomas, Minnesota School of Law
We do the heavy lifting so our clients don't have to in Family Law, Commercial Collections, and Tax Law cases.
Ryan Edward Weese
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Ryan Edward Weese
West Des Moines, IA Family Law Attorney with 22 years of experience
(515) 223-4567 5015 Grand Ridge Drive
Suite 100
West Des Moines, IA 50265
Family, Divorce, Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury
Drake University Law School
I have been in practice for over fourteen years and have learned that hard work for my clients always pays off. Family law, personal injury and medical malpractice are difficult areas of the law that create even more difficult situations for my clients. Going through a divorce, being the victim of an injury or malpractice or fighting for custody of children are tough for clients. I want my clients to know that I take their case seriously and will work as hard as possible to get them a positive result.
Ryan Babich
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Ryan Babich
Des Moines, IA Family Law Attorney
(515) 244-4300 501 SW 7th Street
Suite J
Des Moines, IA 50309
Family, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Juvenile
Drake University Law School
Ryan prides himself in listening carefully to his clients' needs and responding to them honestly and thoroughly. Most family law clients in Iowa will go through mediation prior to going to court. With Ryan's experience creating excellent outcomes during the mediation process, his clients often save both the financial and the high emotional costs of going to court. Ryan is also an experienced litigator and he vigorously represents his clients in the courtroom when necessary. Ryan has many years of experience litigating family law, divorce and child custody cases. He is experienced, honest, compassionate, but tenaciously aggressive when needed. Let...
Danni Harris
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Danni Harris
Des Moines, IA Family Law Lawyer with 23 years of experience
(515) 288-6041 699 Walnut Street
Suite 2000
Des Moines, IA 50309
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Juvenile
Drake University Law School
I have over nineteen years of experience litigating complex legal matters. As a member attorney at Whitfield & Eddy Law, I currently focus my practice on litigating family law matters, including dissolution of marriage, custody, spousal support, domestic abuse, grandparent guardianship and termination of parental rights cases. I received my Bachelor of Business Administration in Business Management with honors from Baylor University in 1996. In 1999, I graduated from Drake University Law School. Shortly after graduation I moved to Dallas and was admitted to the Texas bar. I worked as an Assistant District Attorney with the Dallas...
Celena Faith Bevard
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Celena Faith Bevard
Urbandale, IA Family Law Attorney with 4 years of experience
(515) 633-3000 2641 86th St
Urbandale, IA 50322
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Celena graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Law with a criminal law concentration. During law school, Celena worked for the Cuyahoga County Public Defender's Office where she defended clients against a variety of charges, including numerous OWIs in the City of Cleveland. Celena also worked in the Juvenile Division and has experience with emergency custody situations and juvenile delinquency. At the Federal Public Defender's Office for the Northern District of Ohio, Celena gained additional experience with complex drug charges and crimes against children.

Celena graduated from Indianola High School and Simpson College. She majored in International Relations and Political...
Ben Lynch
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Ben Lynch
Clive, IA Family Law Lawyer with 8 years of experience
(515) 276-3921 8550 Hickman Road
Clive, IA 50325
Family, Civil Rights, Criminal Defense and Estate Planning
Drake University Law School
Voted best law firm in Des Moines - recipient of 'Top 40 Lawyer Under 40' and 'Super Lawyer' awards. Ben Lynch graduated w/ honors from Drake Law School & offers free consultations on employment, personal injury, work comp, family, criminal, & civil rights cases. Read our 450+ Google reviews (5.0 rating) to learn how we put clients first & obtain results. We've collected millions of dollars for hundreds of clients.
Eric M. Updegraff
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Eric M. Updegraff
Des Moines, IA Family Law Lawyer with 19 years of experience
(515) 244-1473 300 Walnut St, Suite 260
Des Moines, IA 50309
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce, Employment and Workers' Comp
University of Iowa
Representing employees and workers in workplace issues since 2004. I concentrate my practice on protecting workers rights in Workers' Compensation Claims, Personal Injury and Employment Law, including wage and hour disputes, Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) violations; Federal Civil Rights Act violations for age, gender, race, sexual orientation and disabilities. I also represent individuals facing harassment on the basis of race, color and/or national origin under the Federal Civil Rights Act. We are experienced trial lawyers in representing workers faced with all types of employment law issues, including wrongful termination, sexual harassment, hostile-environment sexual harassment, quid...
Judd Parker
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Judd Parker
Waukee, IA Family Law Attorney with 11 years of experience
(800) 387-8167 475 SE Alice's Rd, Ste C
Waukee, IA 50263
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Juvenile
Drake University Law School
Judd Parker joined the Parker Law Office PLLC in 2012 upon graduation of Drake Law School. The Parker Law Office PLLC moved from its location in Clinton, Iowa to Adel, Iowa in the summer of 2017 before moving to the current location in Waukee, Iowa. A satellite office was opened in Fort Dodge, Webster County, Iowa in 2020 to better represent clients in that area. The Parker Law Office PLLC is a general practice focusing on zealously representing clients in Central Iowa faced with criminal charges and in family law matters.
Aaron H. R. Ginkens
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Aaron H. R. Ginkens
West Des Moines, IA Family Law Attorney with 20 years of experience
(515) 255-8680 2700 Westown Parkway
Suite 170
West Des Moines, IA 50266
Free ConsultationFamily, Business, Divorce and Personal Injury
Drake University Law School
I am a native Iowan, originally from Chariton. I attended Drake University and Drake Law School and graduated in 2003. I'm licensed to practice in all state and federal courts located in Iowa. I've had a general practice law firm for 17 years and practice in the areas of real estate, family law, juvenile law, debt collection, contracts and a variety of civil matters.

I have been focusing my practice recently on representing the sellers of real estate, for sale by owner (fsbo).

I would be happy to assist you.
Shayla L. McCormally
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Shayla L. McCormally
Des Moines, IA Family Law Attorney with 16 years of experience
(515) 218-9878 4508 Fleur Drive
Des Moines, IA 50321
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce and Personal Injury
University of Iowa
Shayla McCormally is a problem solver. Whether it's helping clients navigate difficult family issues, untangle tax problems, or recover after being injured, Shayla devotes herself to creating the best possible solutions for her clients. She knows the issues her clients are facing are stressful and confusing. She offers solutions and reaches outstanding results for clients
Curt S. Steger
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Curt S. Steger
Carroll, IA Family Law Lawyer with 14 years of experience
(712) 792-3424 815 North Main Street
Carroll, IA 51401
Family, Consumer, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Drake University
Allison R Abbott
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Allison R Abbott
Des Moines, IA Family Law Lawyer with 24 years of experience
(515) 243-1914 700 2nd Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50309
Free ConsultationFamily and Divorce
Drake University
Allison Abbott has been with Elverson, Vasey and Abbott, LLP since 1999 and has been a partner in the firm since 2006. Her areas of practice include civil defense, insurance defense and litigation, insurance subrogation, and family law. Allison was born in Greensboro, North Carolina. She received her B.A. in Psychology from Arizona State University and received her Juris Doctorate with honors from Drake University Law School. Allison was admitted to the Iowa State Bar in 1999. She is admitted to both the Northern and Southern Districts in Iowa. Allison has earned the Distinguished peer review rating for high professional achievement...
Leah Patton
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Leah Patton
Ames, IA Family Law Lawyer with 18 years of experience
(515) 686-6267 P.O. Box 8981
Ames, IA 50014
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Juvenile
Patton Legal Services, LLC provides affordable legal services, passionate representation, and access to justice. The firm seeks to address the unmet legal needs of persons who cannot afford legal services. The firm provides affordable legal services to low-income and moderate-income central Iowans in Ames, Boone, Des Moines, Jefferson, Marshalltown, and Webster City. The firm focuses on criminal law, juvenile law, family law, postconviction relief, and administrative law cases, appeals, powers of attorney, living wills, and wills. The firm utilizes a sliding fee scale based on income, flat fees in selected cases, and limited scope services.
Jennifer J Bonzer
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Jennifer J Bonzer
Fort Dodge, IA Family Law Lawyer with 18 years of experience
(515) 955-2193 809 Central Avenue, Suite 400
Fort Dodge, IA 50501
Family, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Social Security Disability
North Central and Central Iowa Attorney practicing in Criminal Law, Social Security Law, Family Law, and Divorce.
Danielle Dunne
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Danielle Dunne
Des Moines, IA Family Law Attorney
(515) 282-6803 303 Locust Street
Suite 400
Des Moines, IA 50309
Family, Appeals, Criminal Defense and Divorce
Drake University Law School
Todd Elverson
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Todd Elverson
Des Moines, IA Family Law Lawyer with 42 years of experience
(515) 243-1914 700 2nd Ave
Des Moines, IA 50309
Family, Business, Divorce and Estate Planning
Drake University Law School
Jason Robert Burdick
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Jason Robert Burdick
West Des Moines, IA Family Law Lawyer with 21 years of experience
(515) 423-1360 1501 42nd Street
Suite 350
West Des Moines, IA 50266
Family, Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence and Juvenile
University of Iowa College of Law
Spencer Vasey Dirth
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Spencer Vasey Dirth
Des Moines, IA Family Law Attorney
(515) 243-1914 700 Second Ave.
Des Moines, IA 50309
Free ConsultationFamily and Divorce
University of Iowa College of Law
Jonathan Kramer
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Jonathan Kramer
Des Moines, IA Family Law Lawyer with 22 years of experience
(515) 288-6041 699 Walnut Street
Suite 2000
Des Moines, IA 50309
Family, Antitrust, Divorce and Estate Planning
Seth J. Harrington
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Seth J. Harrington
Urbandale, IA Family Law Attorney
(515) 975-3447 2961 100th Street
Ste. 9
Urbandale, IA 50322
Family, Criminal Defense, Estate Planning and Juvenile
Law school doesn’t just teach you about the law. It also teaches you to never give up. While it was probably the hardest thing I ever did, the lessons I learned there are why I can stand up for clients at some of the hardest times of their lives. I graduated from Drake Law School in 2004 and have ten years of experience in the courts of Iowa standing up for people’s rights, whether as a private attorney, a prosecutor or a child protection attorney.
Tyler Coe
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Tyler Coe
Des Moines, IA Family Law Lawyer
(515) 246-5523 699 Walnut Street - Suite 2000
Des Moines, IA 50309
Family, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Tyler Coe is known for his approachable demeanor and awareness of the many factors that come into play in each case. High conflict cases and financial matters are key areas of emphasis for Tyler. He thoroughly analyzes and collaborates with clients to understand and get to the bottom of complicated relationships.

As a family lawyer, he is experienced in managing cases involving divorce, child custody, modifications, and high conflict disputes. He is familiar with the unique needs in mid-to-high asset divorce. He routinely represents young professionals, established professionals, business owners, executives, and stay-at-home spouses. He works closely with financial advisors, accountants,...
Troy Skinner
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Troy Skinner
West des Moines, IA Family Law Lawyer with 28 years of experience
(515) 327-1222 4000 Westown Pkwy
West des Moines, IA 50266
Family, Divorce, Estate Planning and Personal Injury
James Meade
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James Meade
West Des Moines, IA Family Law Lawyer with 54 years of experience
(515) 868-0163 1200 Valley West Drive, Suite 206-02
West Des Moines, IA 50266
Family, Divorce, Elder and Estate Planning
Harvard Law School
Katie L. Raisch
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Katie L. Raisch
Des Moines, IA Family Law Attorney
(515) 282-6803 303 Locust Street
Suite 400
Des Moines, IA 50309
Family, Collections, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Derek Johnson
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Derek Johnson
Fort Dodge, IA Family Law Attorney
(855) 955-2193 809 Central Avenue, Suite 400
Fort Dodge, IA 50501
Family, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Divorce
North Central Iowa Attorney with general practice including but not limited to Criminal Law and Social Security Law.
Todd Babich
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Todd Babich
Des Moines, IA Family Law Lawyer with 35 years of experience
(515) 244-4300 501 SW 7th Street
Suite J
Des Moines, IA 50309
Family and Divorce
Scott D. Fisher
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Scott D. Fisher
West Des Moines, IA Family Law Attorney with 18 years of experience
(515) 222-1400 1300 50th Street, Suite 102
West Des Moines, IA 50266
Family, Criminal Defense and Divorce
James Thornton
Ames, IA Family Law Lawyer with 27 years of experience
(515) 233-2052 218 SE 16th St
Ames, IA 50010
Family, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Estate Planning
M. John Riley
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M. John Riley
Council Bluffs, IA Family Law Lawyer
(712) 256-9899 50 Northcrest Dr
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Family and Divorce
Hamline University School of Law
I am a partner at Simpson Legal Group, LLC. I was a lawyer in Minnesota prior to practicing in Iowa. I I completed the Comprehensive Divorce & Family Mediation from Crilley Mediation Services to become a mediator in my community. My education started at Minnesota State University in Mankato, MN where I received my Bachelor of Science and graduated Summa Cum Laude. In 2006, I graduated from Hamline University School of Law with my Juris Doctorate. I am a member of the Iowa State Bar Association. I was admitted to the Iowa Bar in 2013.
Shannon D. Simpson
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Shannon D. Simpson
Council Bluffs, IA Family Law Attorney with 26 years of experience
(712) 256-9899 50 Northcrest Drive
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Family and Divorce
Creighton University
Shannon earned her law degree from Creighton University School of Law.
For over 20 years she has exclusively focused on divorce and family law matters. Shannon’s deep experience in every aspect of family law, including the most complex custody, property division and asset valuation matters, is complemented by a natural sense of empathy. Clients can trust her straightforward, clear-eyed guidance. They know that Shannon will be there when and where they need her.
A wife and the mother of three daughters, Shannon enjoys running in her spare time as well as attending her daughters many activities.
Shannon D. Simms
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Shannon D. Simms
Grundy Center, IA Family Law Lawyer with 15 years of experience
(319) 825-6161 106 4th Street
Grundy Center, IA 50638
Family, Business, Estate Planning and Probate
Drake University Law School
I am a licensed Attorney, certified Mediator and certified Collaborative Law Attorney in the State of Iowa and am passionate about providing quality client service through competency, communication and compassion. I am a part of the general practice firm, Nelson Law Firm, PLLC, where I provide legal services at our main office in Waterloo, Iowa and branch office in Grundy Center, Iowa. My practice areas include but are not limited to, business law, real estate, mediation, family law, including collaborative family law, creditors' rights law (including subrogation, collections and foreclosure), estate planning, probate, guardian/conservator law, and guardian ad litem services....
Eric Checketts
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Eric Checketts
Glenwood, IA Family Law Attorney with 7 years of experience
(888) 686-6211 26 North Walnut Street
Glenwood, IA 51534
Free ConsultationFamily, Business, Estate Planning and Real Estate
University of Iowa
My practice is centered on a philosophy of personalized service. Calls returned, emails answered, and constant awareness of your legal matter's status are just a few of the ways that I strive to make your experience superlative.
Gina A. Jorgensen
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Gina A. Jorgensen
Latimer, IA Family Law Attorney with 22 years of experience
(641) 456-6539 Satellite Office
111 N Akir Street
Latimer, IA 50452
Family, Business, Divorce and Estate Planning
Gina has been practicing law for the last 20 years, previously serving the communities of Franklin, Wright, and Cerro Gordo counties. Between her work in private practice, and public service, she has a wide breadth of knowledge and experience, ensuring her ability to zealously tackle the majority of your legal needs.

Gina obtained her Juris Doctorate in 2000 from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law, having spent her last year of law school as a visiting student at Drake -- Go Bulldogs! Thereafter, she clerked for Iowa Judicial District 2A, supporting judges covering the 9...
Joel T. S. Greer
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Joel T. S. Greer
Marshalltown, IA Family Law Lawyer with 45 years of experience
(641) 752-5467 112 W Church St
Marshalltown, IA 50158
Family, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Estate Planning
University of Iowa College of Law
Fellow, American College of Trial Lawyers (top 1%) Past President, Iowa State Bar Association Past President, Iowa Academy of Trial Lawyers (250) Past V.P., Iowa Association for Justice (f.k.a. Iowa Trial Lawyers) Founding Board of Directors, American Academy of ADR Attorneys Past Chair, Iowa Supreme Court Grievance Commission Past Member, Iowa Supreme Court Nominating Commission Top Great Plains SuperLawyers (top 5%) Board of Directors, Iowa Defense Counsel Association Board of Directors, Iowa Law School Foundation AVVO rating 10/10
David William Patton
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David William Patton
Storm Lake, IA Family Law Lawyer with 45 years of experience
(712) 732-6720 216 East Fifth Street
Post Office Box 900
Storm Lake, IA 50588
Family, Estate Planning and Real Estate
Drake University
Dave Patton has practiced law for over 35 years, initially in private practice in a suburban law firm in Des Moines, Iowa; then as staff attorney for a small state agency (the Iowa Governor’s Office of Planning and Programming), followed by a move to Richmond, Virginia, where he became a partner in a boutique law firm engaged in business and environmental litigation almost exclusively in federal courts, before returning to his hometown to raise his four boys and engage in the general practice of law, limited to marital, custody, and property disputes, estate and probate matters, real estate and business...
Jay Warner Mez
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Jay Warner Mez
Council Bluffs, IA Family Law Lawyer
300 West Broadway
Suite 3
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Becky E. Wilson
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Becky E. Wilson
Iowa Falls, IA Family Law Attorney
(641) 529-2033 13532 MM Avenue
Iowa Falls, IA 50126
Family, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Estate Planning
Southern Illinois University School of Law
Janell K Broekemier
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Janell K Broekemier
Sioux City, IA Family Law Lawyer
(712) 226-4000 410 5th St.
Sioux City, IA 51101
Family and Divorce
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Nebraska and Iowa Civil and Family Law trial lawyer who primarily handles cases in Northeast Nebraska and Northwest Iowa, Sioux City, and surrounding areas. Advocates for parents seeking to preserve access to their children and parental rights, and for those seeking a fair resolution to their domestic and general litigation matters. Janell is a local attorney and relentless advocate for clients, with litigation experience in both Iowa and Nebraska.
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