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M. John Riley
Simpson Legal Group, LLC
Legal Knowledge
5.0/5.0
Legal Analysis
5.0/5.0
Communication Skills
5.0/5.0
Ethics and Professionalism
5.0/5.0
Shannon D. Simpson
February 22, 2022
Rating:
10
I have work opposite of Mike in family law for the last 8 years. Last year I brought him in as a partner in my firm. He has shown dedication and motivation to excel in building relationships with our clients in family law. He provides the best service possible with his knowledge in all aspects of divorce, child custody and child support.
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Biography
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.
Practice Areas
- Divorce
- Property Division, Spousal Support & Alimony
- Family Law
- Child Custody, Child Support, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements
Video Conferencing
- Zoom
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- Iowa
- Supreme Court of Iowa
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Professional Experience
- General Partner
- Simpson Legal Group, LLC
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- Associate Attorney
- Salvo, Deren, Schenck, Gross, Swain & Argotsinger, P.C.
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- Associate Attorney
- Hoglund Law
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Education
- University of Phoenix
- M.P.A. (2011) | Public Administration
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- Hamline University School of Law
- J.D. (2006) | Law
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- Minnesota State College & University - Minnesota State University, Mankato
- B.S. (2003) | Political Science
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Awards
- Platinum Client Champion
- Martindale-Hubbell
- AV Preeminent
- Martindale-Hubbell
Professional Associations
- Iowa State Bar Association # 29435525
- Member
- Current
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Certifications
- Mediation Training
- Christine L. Crilley of Crilley Mediation Services
Websites & Blogs
- Website
- Simpson Legal Group, LLC
Legal Answers
5 Questions Answered
- Q. What does it mean when a divorce is dismissed without prejudice in Iowa?
- A: No, another Petition and new case has to be created and filed. Also, a new filing fee will have to be paid.
- Q. Divorce decree states two weeks on two weeks off with the kids. The ex wants only our daughter full time and not son.
- A: A petition for modification needs to be filed to change the current custody arrangement.
- Q. I live in the state of Iowa what does filing the requisite affidavit and proceeding with service by publication mean?
- A: Google Iowa court forms. The site has legal forms for unrepresented parties.
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