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Shannon Diane Simms
About Shannon
Biography
I am a licensed 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 firm, Shuttleworth & Ingersoll, PLC, where I provide legal services at our Waterloo, Grundy Center, and Cedar Rapids, Iowa offices. My practice areas include but are not limited to, business and transactional law, real estate, mediation, estate planning, probate, guardian/conservator law, and guardian ad litem services. I am also a certified Mediator and Collaborative Law Attorney, where I enjoy providing alternative dispute resolution services. Contact me at , for our Waterloo office, or for our Grundy Center office, to discuss your legal needs.
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Payment Methods
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Licensed in Iowa for 17 years
State: Iowa
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Location
Shuttleworth & Ingersoll
314 East 4th Street, Waterloo, IA, 50703
Shuttleworth & Ingersoll
23550 M Avenue, Grundy Center, IA, 50638
Shuttleworth & Ingersoll
115 3rd St. SE, Suite 500, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52401
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Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Real Estate
Posted by Ryan | April 05, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Excellent Real Estate & Business Attorney
Shannon has represented me in my real estate transactions, both agricultural and commercial, and my businesses with all of their legal needs, for several years now. She is very knowledgeable in both areas and I always feel that my personal and business interests are well taken care of in her expertis...
Posted by Cindy | April 05, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Land sell & purchase
My husband and I have enlisted the services of Shannon Simms to purchase two different farms, an acreage in forclosure and also sell a lake place. With Shannon's professional knowledge of real estate laws the transactions went smoothly. Shannon also dealt with The Secretary of Veterans Affairs for...
Shannon Diane Simms's Lawyer Endorsements
"I was counsel in a dissolution matter with Shannon as opposing counsel. While protecting her client's interest she was still fair and respectful which is exactly what an attorney should be. If I was hiring an attorney in a family law matter, I would give Shannon serious consideration."
"Shannon is an excellent attorney, with the knowledge, skills, and dedication to represent her clients fully and effectively. I have had the chance to work with Shannon on a variety of matters and she consistently demonstrates professionalism and care for her clients. I highly recommend Shannon."
"Shannon does a great job of advocating strongly for her clients while maintaining a professional demeanor. I strongly recommend her."
"I have worked with Shannon since 2010 when she started working at Nelson Law Firm, PLLC. She is an outstanding attorney in every area of practice. Shannon is diligent, knowledgeable and a great advocate for her clients. Shannon's dedication to her community speaks volumes about her character as well. I would not hesitate to recommend and fully endorse Shannon Simms."
Experience
Honors
2005
Highest Honors, Iowa State University
Work Experience
2024 - Present
Attorney, Shuttleworth & Ingersoll
2010 - 2024
Attorney, Nelson Law Firm, PLLC
Associations
2016 - Present
International Academy of Collaborative ProfessionalsMember
2015 - Present
Iowa State Bar AssociationBoard of Governors, Elected Member
2015 - Present
Iowa State Bar AssociationJudicial Nominating Committee, Elected Member
2014 - Present
Iowa Association of MediatorsMember
2013 - Present
Grundy County Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Black Hawk County Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Iowa State Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
In re Estate of Geiger
Affirmed (successful)
Progressive Insurance vs. Toolate, Ailema
Affirmed (Successful)
Humphrey vs. Humphrey
Affirmed (succesful)
Education
2007
Drake University Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
Iowa State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2015
Protect Your Assets
Estate Planning & Probate
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers