Awarded attorney practicing primarily in divorce, family law and personal injury.
I have been a practicing litigation attorney for nearly sixteen years. During that time I have focused my practice on client relationships. For each of my clients, their litigation may be the most important aspect of their lives. I strive to provide personal and attentive service to each of my clients to help them through their litigation experience. Clients expect prompt service, phone calls returned and personal attention. I use that relationship to keep my clients calm and engaged in their litigation. And of course, I utilize all resources available to obtain excellent results on behalf of my clients.
Practice areas
Divorce Child Custody Child Support Alimony Property Distribution
21 years
Child Custody Child Support Parental Rights Father's Rights
21 years
Birth Injury General Medical Malpractice
21 years
Wrongful Death Car/Motorcycle Accidents Abuse/Neglect
21 years
Languages spoken
English
Shindler, Anderson, Goplerud & Weese PC
5015 Grand Ridge Dr Ste 100
West Des Moines, IA, 50265-5769
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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IA | Active | 2001 | 03/20/2022 |
Legal answers | 23 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Top 10 Family Law Attorney | American Institute of Family Law Attorneys | 2018 |
Great Plains Super Lawyer | SuperLawyers | 2018 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers Association | 2018 |
Top One Percent | National Association of Distinguished Counsel | 2018 |
Fellow | American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers | 2018 |
Nation's Top One Percent | National Association of Distinguished Counsel | 2017 |
Fellow | American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers | 2017 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers Association | 2017 |
Top 10 Attorneys Family Law | National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys | 2017 |
Great Plains Super Lawyer | SuperLawyers | 2017 |
Fellow | American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers | 2016 |
Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2016 |
Best Family Law Attorney | Global Who's Who | 2016 |
Super Lawyer | Great Plains Super Lawyers | 2016 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2016 |
Top 3 Divorce Lawyers | Three Best Rated | 2016 |
Top 10 Family Law Attorney in Iowa | National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys | 2016 |
Best Attorney- Family Law | Global Who's Who | 2015 |
Top 40 Under 40 | National Trial Lawyers | 2015 |
Top 10 Family Law Attorneys in Iowa | National Academy of Family Law Attorneys | 2015 |
Top 10 Attorney Award | National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys | 2015 |
Fellow | American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers | 2015 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2015 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2015 |
Top 10 Attorney Award | National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys | 2014 |
Top 10 Attorneys | National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys | 2014 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2014 |
Top 40 Under 40 | National Trial Lawyers | 2014 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2014 |
Fellow | American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers | 2014 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2013 |
Top 40 Under 40 | National Trial Lawyers | 2013 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2013 |
Fellow | American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers | 2013 |
Magna Cum Laude | Drake University | 1998 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner/Shareholder | Shindler Anderson Goplerud & Weese, PC | 2001 - Present |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers | Fellow | 2013 - Present |
Polk County Bar Association | Member | 2001 - Present |
Iowa State Bar Association | Member | 2001 - Present |
American Bar Association | Member | 2001 - Present |
Polk County Famiy Law | Member | 2001 - Present |
American Bar Association, Litigation Section | Member | 2001 - Present |
American Bar Association, Family Law Section | Member | 2001 - Present |
American Association for Justice | Member | 2001 - Present |
National Trial Lawyers Association | Member | N/A |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Iowa State Bar Association | Alimony Guidelines and Predictor Software | 2012 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Drake University Law School | JD - Juris Doctor | 2001 |
Drake University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1998 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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LifeWorks CLE | What Therapists Need to Know about Divorce | 2015 |
Family Law Seminar | Alimony Guidelines | 2012 |
Drake University School of Law | Trial Practice/Negotiations | 2011 |
Drake University School of Law | Mediation | 2010 |
Drake University School of Law | Lecture on Mediation | 2009 |
Consumer Bankruptcy | Bankruptcy Chapter 7, 11 | 2003 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Medical Malpractice | Settlements ranging between $100,000 to $2,500,000 |
Custody Cases | Successfully represented variety of clients. |
Divorce | Obtained excellent results on behalf of many diverse clients. |
Domestic Abuses | Successfuly obtained No-Contact Orders where appropriate and successfully defended false allegations. |
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Earl Kavanaugh, Family Attorney on Aug 13, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Ryan is smart and zealous in his advocacy of his clients. As opposing counsel, he is always professional and pleasant to work with. I highly recommend Ryan for all aspects of family law.
Cory Gourley, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 16, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Ryan Weese for the better part of two decades both personally and professionally. He is an excellent advocate and a compassionate counselor for his clients. I have and wouldn't hesitate in the future to refer him clients or friends.
Earl Kavanaugh, Family Attorney on Aug 13, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Ryan is smart and zealous in his advocacy of his clients. As opposing counsel, he is always professional and pleasant to work with. I highly recommend Ryan for all aspects of family law.
Cory Gourley, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 16, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Ryan Weese for the better part of two decades both personally and professionally. He is an excellent advocate and a compassionate counselor for his clients. I have and wouldn't hesitate in the future to refer him clients or friends.
Brian Marty, Family Attorney on Oct 30, 2015
Relationship: Co-worker
Ryan is an excellent family law attorney. He is a zealous advocate and has obtained excellent results for his clients in many, many cases. I do not hesitate to refer family law, divorce and separation, and child custody matters to him.
Deanna Bachman, Divorce and separation Attorney on Mar 24, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Ryan is an excellent attorney. He is well-versed in the areas of law he practices and very committed to his clients. I've had the opportunity to sit in on some of his hearings and have observed him to be very confident in the courtroom and very personable with his clients. I believe that his dedication to be highly organized and prepared helps him get the best results for his clients.
Christopher Coppola, Divorce and separation Attorney on Oct 30, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Ryan for many years both personally and professionally. I would not hesitate to refer potential clients to him for family law related cases. He thrives to be both ethical and skilled in the practice of law. I recommend his services and expertise.
Robert Rehkemper, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jan 13, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known and admired Mr. Weese since law school. Ryan is an excellent attorney in every facet of the practice. His knowledge and work ethic are exceeded only by his desire to obtain a successful resolution for his clients. I highly recommend Mr. Weese.