Brighton Family Lawyers

Compare top rated Iowa attorneys serving Brighton.
Services
Lawyer Rating
Video Conferencing
Free Consultation & Fees
More Filters
Robert Schlegel
Washington, IA Family Law Attorney with 37 years of experience
(319) 653-2147 112 S Avenue B
Washington, IA 52353
Family, Bankruptcy, Divorce and Estate Planning
McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific
Kathryn Salazar
Washington, IA Family Law Lawyer with 25 years of experience
(319) 653-2147 112 S Avenue B
Washington, IA 52353
Family, Divorce and Immigration
Edward E. Cox
Claimed Lawyer ProfileBlawg SearchSocial Media
Edward E. Cox
Ottumwa, IA Family Law Lawyer with 15 years of experience
(641) 682-5447 110 E Third Street
P.O. Box 878
Ottumwa, IA 52501
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.
Bryan Goldsmith
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Bryan Goldsmith
Ottumwa, IA Family Law Attorney with 18 years of experience
(641) 682-7579 111 West Second Street
Box 601
Ottumwa, IA 52501
Family, Divorce, Estate Planning and Personal Injury
Creighton University School of Law
William N. Toomey
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
William N. Toomey
Iowa CIty, IA Family Law Attorney with 19 years of experience
(319) 354-1104 321 East Market Street
Iowa CIty, IA 52245
Family, Business, Construction and Real Estate
University of Iowa College of Law
Will was born in raised in the Iowa City area and obtained his undergraduate degrees and his law degree from the University of Iowa. He was admitted to the practice of law in Iowa in 2005 and has successfully argued cases before the Iowa Court of Appeals and the Iowa Supreme Court. He is also admitted to practice in all federal courts in Iowa. His diverse practice includes business litigation, real estate litigation, personal injury and wrongful death litigation, divorce and child custody litigation, landlord-tenant law, business formation and acquisition, and representing creditors in bankruptcy proceedings.

Will lives in Iowa City...
John E. Beasley
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
John E. Beasley
Iowa CIty, IA Family Law Lawyer with 35 years of experience
(319) 354-1104 321 East Market Street
Iowa CIty, IA 52245
Family, Criminal and Real Estate
University of Iowa College of Law
Dai Gwilliam
Claimed Lawyer Profile
Dai Gwilliam
Iowa City, IA Family Law Lawyer with 25 years of experience
(319) 354-6000 432 E. Bloomington St.
Iowa City, IA 52245
Free ConsultationFamily, Bankruptcy, Criminal and Divorce
Mr. William Ray Monroe
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Mr. William Ray Monroe
Burlington, IA Family Law Lawyer with 26 years of experience
(319) 754-1402 218 N. 3rd Street
Suite 300
Burlington, IA 52601
Family, Appeals, Criminal and Divorce
Heather Michelle Simplot
Claimed Lawyer Profile
Heather Michelle Simplot
Ottumwa, IA Family Law Lawyer with 18 years of experience
(641) 682-8326 129 W 4th St
Ottumwa, IA 52501
Family, Business, Divorce and Estate Planning
Arizona State University, College of Law
Robert Johnson
Claimed Lawyer Profile
Robert Johnson
Fort Madison, IA Family Law Attorney with 54 years of experience
(319) 372-3773 627 Avenue G
Fort Madison, IA 52627
Family, Divorce, Municipal and Personal Injury
Drake Law School
Lynn Rose
Iowa City, IA Family Law Attorney with 20 years of experience
(319) 351-4363 209 E. Washington
Paul-Helen Bldg, Ste. 203
Iowa City, IA 52240
Family, Criminal, Juvenile and Social Security Disability
Julia Mears
Iowa City, IA Family Law Attorney with 44 years of experience
(319) 351-4363 209 E. Washington
Paul-Helen Bldg, Ste. 203
Iowa City, IA 52240
Family, Probate and Real Estate
University of Iowa
Michael Carpenter
Ottumwa, IA Family Law Attorney with 21 years of experience
(641) 682-7579 111 W 2nd St
Ottumwa, IA 52501
Family, Appeals, Divorce and Estate Planning
Randy Trca
Iowa City, IA Family Law Attorney with 44 years of experience
(319) 354-8440 1232 E Burlington St
Iowa City, IA 52240
Family, Bankruptcy, Divorce and Personal Injury
University of Iowa College of Law
John Webber
Ottumwa, IA Family Law Lawyer with 43 years of experience
(641) 682-8326 129 W 4th St
Ottumwa, IA 52501
Family, Business, Divorce and Estate Planning
Drake University School of Law
Shannon Woods
Ottumwa, IA Family Law Lawyer with 22 years of experience
(641) 682-8326 129 W 4th St
Ottumwa, IA 52501
Family, Collections, Divorce and Estate Planning
Drake University Law School
Steven Gardner
Ottumwa, IA Family Law Lawyer with 41 years of experience
(641) 683-1626 104 S Court St
Ottumwa, IA 52501
Family, Business, Civil Rights and Divorce
Autumn Canny
Ottumwa, IA Family Law Attorney with 19 years of experience
(641) 683-1626 104 S Court St
Ottumwa, IA 52501
Family, Appeals, Business and Divorce
Drake University Law School
Michael Kennedy
Iowa City, IA Family Law Attorney with 48 years of experience
(319) 351-8181 920 S Dubuque St
Iowa City, IA 52240
Family, Business, Divorce and Estate Planning
University of Iowa Law School
Elizabeth Croco
Iowa City, IA Family Law Attorney with 25 years of experience
(319) 351-8181 920 S Dubuque St
Iowa City, IA 52240
Family, Appeals, Divorce and Estate Planning
University of Iowa College of Law .
Linda Madison Levey
Iowa City, IA Family Law Attorney with 32 years of experience
(319) 341-2226 118 S Clinton St
Iowa City, IA 52240
Family, Arbitration & Mediation, Civil Rights and Divorce
Crystal Haakma
Claimed Lawyer ProfileOffers Video ConferencingSocial Media
Crystal Haakma
Des Moines, IA Family Law Lawyer
(866) 204-2480 699 Walnut St.
Suite 455
Des Moines, IA 50309
Offers Video ConferencingVideo ConfFamily 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 &...
Christine L. Crilley
Claimed Lawyer Profile
Christine L. Crilley
Hiawatha, IA Family Law Attorney with 41 years of experience
(319) 363-5606 320 Miller Road
Hiawatha, IA 52233
Family, Arbitration & Mediation, Business and Estate Planning
University of Iowa
CHRISTINE L. CRILLEY is a General Practice Attorney and Collaborative Lawyer with over thirty years of experience in a variety of legal areas such as family law, adoptions, business law, litigation, construction law, probate and wills.

In Addition to her law practice Ms. Crilley is also an accomplished Mediator and Arbitrator as well as a nationally approved Mediation Trainer. She offers basic Mediation training and advance Mediation training as well as Collaborative Law Training, and Parent Coordinator Training. Christine is also a Parenting Coordinator and Parent Coach.

After earning her B.A. degree at the University of Northern Iowa in 1979, Christine...
Jacob Kiel
Claimed Lawyer ProfileOffers Video ConferencingSocial Media
Jacob Kiel
Cedar Rapids, IA Family Law Attorney
(855) 805-0595 4515 N. River Blvd NE
Suite 220
Cedar Rapids, IA 52411
Offers Video ConferencingVideo ConfFamily and Divorce
Drake University Law School
Jacob attended Drake University School of Law, obtaining his Juris Doctorate in May 2023. While in law school, his extracurriculars included serving as the Vice President for the St. Jude Club, the Treasurer for the Drake Outdoor Leadership Club, the Philanthropy Chair for Sigma Phi Epsilon, and as a volunteer for Court Appointed Special Advocates. Before pursuing his law degree, Jacob earned his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Business Management from Drake University in May 2019. Jacob is currently licensed to practice law in the state of Iowa. Prior to joining the Cedar Rapids, Iowa divorce and family law...
James Arenson
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
James Arenson
Cedar Rapids, IA Family Law Lawyer with 29 years of experience
(319) 363-8199 425 2nd St SE #900
Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
Family, Bankruptcy, Business and Estate Planning
University of Iowa
At Arenson Law Group, PC, you will find forward-thinking, progressive, and open attorneys who work hard with your best interests in mind. At our law firm you will find modern art, sleek brushed aluminum, and lots of light, unlike the traditional law office. Arenson Law Group, PC attorneys handle cases throughout Iowa and focus on practices such as: Business Law, Corporate Law, Family Law, Criminal Law, and Bankruptcy.
Eric David Puryear
Claimed Lawyer ProfileBlawg SearchSocial Media
Eric David Puryear
Davenport, IA Family Law Lawyer with 15 years of experience
(563) 265-6961 3719 Bridge Ave
Suite 6
Davenport, IA 52807
Free ConsultationFamily, Appeals, Criminal and Divorce
DePaul College of Law
My name is Eric D. Puryear, and I am an Attorney at Law who is licensed in the states of Iowa and Illinois. My law firm, Puryear Law P.C., is comprised of myself, my associate attorneys, and our non-attorney staff members. Located in Davenport, IA, we represent clients in the State and Federal courts of Illinois and Iowa, as well as in transactional matters that do not involve court appearances.

Puryear Law P.C. is a general law practice, including but not limited to: Criminal: All matters, ranging from murder to domestic violence, outstanding warrants, drug cases, theft, OWI/DUI and traffic violations...
Rebecca A. Feiereisen
Claimed Lawyer Profile
Rebecca A. Feiereisen
Cedar Falls, IA Family Law Lawyer with 17 years of experience
(319) 277-1610 3429 Midway Drive
Cedar Falls, IA 50613
Free ConsultationFamily, Appeals, Divorce and Juvenile
University of Iowa
I grew up in Strawberry Point where my family still resides. Since graduating from the University Of Iowa College Of Law in 2007 I have worked in Waterloo, where I have also become involved in my church and local bar association. While I practice in the areas of child custody and dissolution of marriage, I also understand that persons with children are connected as a family. I therefore strive to work through these family issues with the long-term in mind. I continue to practice primarily in family law.
Shayla L. McCormally
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
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
Shannon D. Simms
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Shannon D. Simms
Waterloo, IA Family Law Lawyer with 16 years of experience
(319) 291-6161 3112 Brockway Road
P.O. Box 1020
Waterloo, IA 50704
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....
Dana Judas
Claimed Lawyer Profile
Dana Judas
Cedar Rapids, IA Family Law Lawyer with 10 years of experience
(319) 366-1000 615 Second Street SW
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
Free ConsultationFamily, Divorce and Juvenile
University of Iowa
I am a Waterloo, Iowa native practicing exclusively in family law. I received my BA from the University of Iowa in 2010 where I majored in English and graduated with honors. In 2014, I graduated from the University of Iowa College of Law and was admitted to practice in Iowa in September. I am currently a member of the Iowa State Bar Association, the Linn County Bar Association, and the Dean Mason Ladd Inn of Court. I currently serve as secretary of the Linn Law Club. I love to travel and experience new places. I have previously lived in...
Thomas Viner
Claimed Lawyer Profile
Thomas Viner
Cedar Rapids, IA Family Law Lawyer with 19 years of experience
(319) 531-1333 228 2d St SE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal, DUI and Divorce
Drake University Law School
Born and raised in Dubuque, Iowa, I graduated from Dubuque Senior High School in 1998. I went on to Knox College where I obtained my B.A. in History, graduating in 2002. I then went to Drake University School of Law, graduating in December 2004. I have lived and practiced in Linn County since 2005, practicing in 40 counties throughout Eastern Iowa.
Ms. Nina M Forcier
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Ms. Nina M Forcier
Waterloo, IA Family Law Lawyer with 14 years of experience
(319) 234-1371 405 Jefferson Street
Suite B
Waterloo, IA 50701
Family, Criminal, DUI and Divorce
Drake University Law School
Nina grew up in Waterloo, Iowa, attended the University of Northern Iowa and earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. Nina later attended Drake University Law School where she gained practical experience interning for Iowa Legal Aid and as a student attorney/mediator at the Drake Legal Clinic. At the Drake Mediation Clinic Nina served as a mediator for divorce, child custody and small claims cases.Nina enjoys volunteering and has served in leadership positions: Junior Girl Scout Leader for Girl Scouts of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois and as a Parent Teacher Association volunteer leader, treasurer and event organizer for a...
Ryan Babich
Claimed Lawyer Profile
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...
Allison R Abbott
Claimed Lawyer ProfileOffers Video Conferencing
Allison R Abbott
Des Moines, IA Family Law Lawyer with 25 years of experience
(515) 243-1914 700 2nd Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50309
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfFamily 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...
Danni Harris
Claimed Lawyer Profile
Danni Harris
Des Moines, IA Family Law Lawyer with 24 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...
Danielle M Janacek
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Danielle M Janacek
Davenport, IA Family Law Lawyer with 1 year of experience
(563) 391-4529 250 w. 35TH Street
Davenport, IA 52806
Family and Divorce
Campbell Law School
Danielle is a passionate and zealous family law attorney who is dedicated to helping her clients navigate the legal complexities of family law matters. Danielle takes a straightforward, no-nonsense approach in advising her client's and setting realistic expectations from the very beginning of representation. Danielle graduated from Augustana College in Rock Island, IL in 2019 earning her B.A. with a double major of Political Science and Communication Studies and minor in Women and Gender Studies. She graduated from Campbell University School of Law in Raleigh, NC in 2022 earning her J.D. Danielle joined Newton Law, PLC, in 2023, and is licensed...
Eric M. Updegraff
Claimed Lawyer Profile
Eric M. Updegraff
Des Moines, IA Family Law Lawyer with 20 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...
Joel T. S. Greer
Claimed Lawyer Profile
Joel T. S. Greer
Marshalltown, IA Family Law Lawyer with 46 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
Brian Johnson
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
Brian Johnson
Cedar Rapids, IA Family Law Attorney with 20 years of experience
(319) 286-1767 222 3rd Ave SE
Suite 501
Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Admitted to practice in the State of Iowa in 2004; Admitted to practice in the Northern District of Iowa in 2006.
John Nicholas Capellupo
Claimed Lawyer Profile
John Nicholas Capellupo
Cedar Rapids, IA Family Law Attorney with 8 years of experience
(319) 531-1333 228 2nd St SE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
Free ConsultationFamily, Criminal, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Drake University
Born in raised in St. Louis, Missouri, I made my way to Iowa in 2009 to attend Drake University. I obtained a Bachelors Degree in Law, Politics and Society in 2012 and went on to attend Drake University Law School and graduated in 2016. I sat for and passed the Iowa Bar Exam in September 2016 and moved to Cedar Rapids shortly after to begin working for Viner Law Firm. In November 2019, I became a shareholder in the firm.

My primary areas of practice include Family Law and Criminal Defense. I am always accepting new clients so please reach...