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Austin J Luse
Polk County, IA Family Law Attorney with 4 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense and Personal Injury
Drake University Law School
Associate Attorney at Kragnes and Associates, P.C. practicing in the areas of criminal defense and personal injury. Call (515) 282-9200
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 a 2017 graduate of the University of Iowa, where I developed excellent critical analytic, researching, and writing...
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Crystal Haakma
Polk County, IA Family Law Lawyer
Family and Divorce
Drake University Law School
When difficult family law and divorce matters arise, it is natural to feel overwhelmed by the situation. The results of these cases are likely long-lasting, and it is important to work with compassionate legal representation that understands what you are going through. Crystal Haakma is an Associate Attorney in our firm’s Des Moines, IA office. She can help clients throughout Polk County and the surrounding areas.
Crystal attended Drake University Law School in Des Moines, IA, earning her Juris Doctorate in May 2022. While in law school, she received two Advanced Achievement Awards for her academic performance in both Children &...
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Ryan Edward Weese
Polk County, IA Family Law Attorney with 23 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.
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Shayla L. McCormally
Polk County, IA Family Law Attorney with 16 years of experience
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
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Aaron H. R. Ginkens
Polk County, IA Family Law Attorney with 21 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.
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Celena Faith Bevard
Polk County, IA Family Law Attorney with 5 years of experience
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...
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Judd Parker
Dallas County, IA Family Law Attorney with 12 years of experience
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.
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Ben Lynch
Polk County, IA Family Law Lawyer with 8 years of experience
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 500+ Google reviews (5.0 rating) to learn how we put clients first & obtain results. We've collected millions of dollars for hundreds of clients.
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Ryan Babich
Polk County, IA Family Law Attorney
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...
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Danni Harris
Polk County, IA Family Law Lawyer with 24 years of experience
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...
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Allison R Abbott
Polk County, IA Family Law Lawyer with 25 years of experience
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...
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Eric M. Updegraff
Polk County, IA Family Law Lawyer with 20 years of experience
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...
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Todd Elverson
Polk County, IA Family Law Lawyer with 43 years of experience
Family, Business, Divorce and Estate Planning
Drake University Law School
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Seth J. Harrington
Polk County, IA Family Law Attorney
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.
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Spencer Vasey Dirth
Polk County, IA Family Law Attorney
Free ConsultationFamily and Divorce
University of Iowa College of Law
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Danielle Dunne
Polk County, IA Family Law Attorney with 1 year of experience
Family, Appeals, Criminal Defense and Divorce
Drake University Law School
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Tyler Coe
Polk County, IA Family Law Lawyer
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,...
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Jonathan Kramer
Polk County, IA Family Law Lawyer with 22 years of experience
Family, Antitrust, Divorce and Estate Planning
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Jason Robert Burdick
Polk County, IA Family Law Lawyer with 22 years of experience
Family, Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence and Juvenile
University of Iowa College of Law
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James Meade
Polk County, 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
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Troy Skinner
Polk County, IA Family Law Lawyer with 28 years of experience
Family, Divorce, Estate Planning and Personal Injury
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Todd Babich
Polk County, IA Family Law Lawyer with 35 years of experience
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Nathan A Russell
Polk County, IA Family Law Attorney with 13 years of experience
Family, Business, Divorce and Estate Planning
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Katie L. Raisch
Polk County, IA Family Law Attorney
Family, Collections, Divorce and Domestic Violence
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Scott D. Fisher
Polk County, IA Family Law Attorney with 19 years of experience
Family, Criminal Defense and Divorce
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Edward E. Cox
Appanoose County, IA Family Law Lawyer with 15 years of experience
Family, Agricultural, Divorce and Estate Planning
Drake University
Ed Cox practices in agricultural law, estate planning, and real estate and handles general practices matters. Prior to private practice Ed worked as staff attorney at the Drake University Agricultural Law Center. He has written several publications on agricultural law issues and has given numerous presentations on the topic across the country. Ed is licensed to practice law in Iowa and Missouri.
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M. John Riley
Pottawattamie County, IA Family Law Lawyer
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.
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Robyn C. Huss
Story County, IA Family Law Lawyer with 18 years of experience
Family and Divorce
University of Oregon School of Law
Robyn Huss practices primarily in Divorce/Family Law, Custody, Visitation, Child Support, Paternity, Step-parent Adoption, Premarital Agreements, Wills/Powers of Attorney, and document preparation.
No matter your type of case, it is very important to seek legal advice early in the process so that your rights can be protected. Seeking advice early is important to ensure deadlines and opportunities are not missed.
Contact the Huss Law Office to set up an initial consultation. Evening and weekend appointments are available.
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Eric Checketts
Mills County, IA Family Law Attorney with 8 years of experience
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.
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Shannon D. Simpson
Pottawattamie County, IA Family Law Attorney with 27 years of experience
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.
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Shannon D. Simms
Grundy County, IA Family Law Lawyer with 16 years of experience
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....
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Bryan Goldsmith
Wapello County, IA Family Law Attorney with 18 years of experience
Family, Divorce, Estate Planning and Personal Injury
Creighton University School of Law
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Joel T. S. Greer
Marshall County, IA Family Law Lawyer with 46 years of experience
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
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Leah Patton
Story County, IA Family Law Lawyer with 19 years of experience
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.
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Jennifer J Weaver
Marshall County, IA Family Law Lawyer with 19 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal Defense and Divorce
North Central and Central Iowa Attorney practicing in Criminal Law, Family Law, and Divorce.
Free initial consultation.
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Curt S. Steger
Carroll County, IA Family Law Lawyer with 15 years of experience
Family, Consumer, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Drake University
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Jay Warner Mez
Pottawattamie County, IA Family Law Lawyer
300 West Broadway
Suite 3
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Domestic Violence
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Derek Johnson
Marshall County, IA Family Law Attorney
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.
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Heather Michelle Simplot
Wapello County, IA Family Law Lawyer with 18 years of experience
Family, Business, Divorce and Estate Planning
Arizona State University, College of Law
James Thornton
Story County, IA Family Law Lawyer with 27 years of experience
Family, Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Estate Planning