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Andrew B. Howie is a shareholder with the firm of Shindler, Anderson, Goplerud & Weese P.C. He earned his Bachelor’s Degree from Wartburg College in Waverly, Iowa, in 1993, and his J.D. with distinction from the University of Iowa in 1996. He is licensed to practice in Iowa (1996), the Northern and Southern Districts of the U.S. District Court of Iowa (1996), Eighth Circuit of the U.S. Court of Appeals (1996), and the U.S. Supreme Court (1999). After graduating from law school in 1996, he served as a clerk for the Iowa District Court in Burlington for a year. Mr. Howie has practiced in Polk County since 1997.
He primarily practices in appellate law, having appeared in over 160 rulings from Federal and Iowa’s appellate courts, and hundreds of family law cases in trial court. He has been a member of the Iowa State Bar Association’s Family and Juvenile Law Section since 2002, having served as its Chair (2009–10), Vice-chair (2008–09), and chair of its Forms and Practice subcommittee (2004–08, 2010–present). He been a member of Iowa State Bar Association’s Appellate Practice Committee since 2004 and served as its Chair from 2012 to 2013.
He authored the Iowa State Bar Association’s “Family Law Manual”, published in 2008 and 2012, which is primary tool for judges and attorneys throughout Iowa.
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State: Iowa
Acquired: 1996
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Posted by anonymous | June 08, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Appeals
Best Lawyer in the State for a Good Reason
Andrew Howie represented me in an Appeals case. A judge ruled that as a primary parent of a child with disabilities that I should be paying my ex-husband child support plus half of the expenses. This was after finding him in contempt for not paying child support and dropping health insurance on my so...
Posted by Kyra | December 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Not all rainbows and butterflied
Howie was my attorney for appealing custody. He was never over optimistic or confident, and the motions he filed on my behalf were short and did not include many details and arguments I provided him. However, they included everything necessary from a legal standpoint, which is most important at the a...
Posted by anonymous | November 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Great Attorney - Highly Recommend
Andrew was extremely knowledgeable and helpful in my divorce case. He gave me valuable legal advice and was always willing to help where he could. He put in long hours with me to go over case material in preparation for trial. He also truly had the best interest of my children in mind when going ...
Posted by Jason | January 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Uncomplicated custody
Hiring Andrew for my custody case was the best thing I could have done. He came highly recommended already and now I know why. My case wasn't ugly or complicated but my daughter is the most important person in my life so I was very distraught. His guidance and direction allowed me to see the whole pi...
Posted by Angela | March 12, 2014
Assistance with Family Law issue
Andrew was very thorough in assisting me in an issue involving my dad. He is very knowledgeable and forth right in resolving issues. I would use his services in the future if needed.
"Andrew is experienced and knowledgeable in family law matters. He is an exceptionally effective appellate attorney."
"Andrew is a fierce advocate for his clients. He is a pleasure to work with and never compromises his integrity while zealously advocating on behalf of his clients."
"I've had the pleasure of knowing Mr. Howie for several years. As a former co-worker I feel very confident recommending Andrew to anyone in need of an attorney for a family law related matter such as divorce/child custody or appellate case. Andrew can handle just about any type of case, no matter how complicated, and helps his clients get the best possible result. He's always been a leader in the areas of law he practices and is very dedicated to his clients."
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1997 - Present
Attorney, Shindler, Anderson, Goplerud & Weese, P.C.
1996 - 1997
Law Clerk, Iowa Judicial District 8 (B)
2015 - Present
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersFellow
2007 - Present
Iowa State Bar Association, Appellate Practice CommitteeMember
2001 - Present
Iowa State Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2001 - Present
Polk County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
1997 - Present
Polk County Bar AssociationMember
1996 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1996 - Present
Iowa State Bar AssociationMember
1996 - Present
Iowa Association for JusticeMember
1996
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2014
Alimony in Iowa
2013
Appeals, Bonds, & Stays (Oh My!)
2013
Appellate Advocacy: How to Win on Appeal
2012
Appellate Advocacy: Standards and Secrets
2011
Value of Professional Practices and/or Ongoing Concerns
2010
Actions in Contempt
2009
Grandparent’s Rights
2008
Child Support Modification
2008
Considering the Child’s Preference in Custody Cases
2002
Document Gathering, Production, and Management for Litigation Paralegals in Iowa
2001
Domestic Law in Iowa
2000
You Cannot Always Lead During Cross-examination
2000
Antenuptial Agreements
2012
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