$ 275-275 per hour
Ryan C. Shellady
About Ryan
Biography
Ryan Shellady is an attorney with a focus in family law. He has a strong background helping families navigate difficult circumstances and is passionate about connecting with his clients while providing quality legal advice.
Prior to joining Bray & Klockau, P.L.C, he served as a domestic relations attorney for a mid-sized firm in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and a mid-sized family law firm in Colorado. Additional experience came while serving as an associate for a Des Moines firm and as a law clerk at The Family Defense Center in Chicago, IL. Ryan has also volunteered for Kids First Law Clinic, providing workshops for children whose parents are going through divorce.
Ryan was raised in Washington and Johnson Counties. He earned his undergraduate degree, with high distinction, in ethics and public policy from the University of Iowa. He then went on to earn his JD, with distinction, from the University of Iowa College of Law in 2019.
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Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
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Licensed in Iowa for 6 years
State: Iowa
Acquired: 2019
No misconduct found
Licensed in Colorado for 5 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 2021
No misconduct found
Location
Bray & Klockau, P.L.C.
402 S. Linn Street, Iowa City, IA, 52240
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Posted by anonymous | June 04, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Unprofessional and Incompetent
The law firm that this lawyer works with, Bray & Klockau, is terrible with communication and has a very high case load that keeps them from working well with their clients. During the process of my divorce proceedings they have been a nightmare to work with and I’ve been moved between lawyers and had...
Ryan Shellady
Replied last June 16, 2025Hello, Anonymous poster. With respect, I can't address your specific experience because you have chosen to post anonymously on this page instead of contacting us to address these concerns. I can say that if you were "passed" between attorneys, it was because one of the attorneys was out on maternity leave, and I was covering for her while she was out. I can assure that none of my messages are unprofessional or aggravated. The only time I get heated is if people are disrespectful or mean to my amazing staff who work tirelessly on my clients' cases. I can certainly address client's frustrations, but I draw hard boundaries when people are disrespectful or take things out on our legal assistants or paralegals. Whatever your specific concerns are, I wish you had brought them to our attention so we could have addressed them. I have a couple of ideas of who you might be, and if my instincts are correct, we had been requesting that documents be provided to us more than half a dozen times, and they were never provided to us. We indicated we could not move your case forward without receiving these documents, and you still chose not to provide them. Our hands were tied, and I am sincerely sorry that frustrated you. Good luck with your case, and I am more than happy to address this directly if you contact our office. Thanks.
Posted by Abby | July 26, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Dedicated
Ryan Shellady was who I needed to finish my Divorce. The energy and wisdom he puts forth is matched by his empathy and professionalism. I could not be happier about the gift he was for me and all that was accomplished. Ryan is destined for great accomplishments going forward in life!
Ryan Shellady
Replied last July 26, 2021Thank you for your kind words, Abby. I'm glad I was able to help bring one chapter to an end. Here's to new beginnings!
Posted by Andrea | June 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Empathetic and effective
I have been divorced for over 8 years, but have a high conflict ex, and often need legal advice to handle him. Ryan really listened to who I was dealing with, was able to help arrange the simplest path forward, and gave quick and empathetic support throughout the process. You will be glad to have Rya...
Ryan Shellady
Replied last June 22, 2021Thank you for the kind and generous words, Andrea. I'm so happy we were able to find a pragmatic solution to what could have become a rather contentious issue. Never hesitate to reach out; Burnham has your back!
Ryan C. Shellady's Lawyer Endorsements
"Ryan thoroughly understands the legal process, and applies a strategic eye to obtaining the best results for his clients. You can count on Ryan to put the best case possible forward."
"Ryan is an excellent attorney, focused on high-quality work, attention to detail, and positive outcomes for his Clients. Ryan prioritizes professionalism and excellence in his practice, and would be an excellent choice for anyone seeking representation in their family law matter."
"Ryan is a sharp advocate who has an excellent ability to develop workable strategy that a client can feel good about."
Samuel Scheurich
Family lawyer
Kristin Weaver
Family lawyer
Experience
Honors
2024
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2023
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2019
Donald P. Lay Award, University of Iowa College of Law
2018
Dean's Award for Academic Excellence, University of Iowa College of law
2018
Jurisprudence Award for Academic Excellence, University of Iowa College of Law
2018
William S. Anderson Scholarship, University of Iowa College of Law
2018
Top Advocate—Van Oosterhout Moot Court Competition, University of Iowa College of Law
2017
Dean's Award for Academic Excellence, University of Iowa College of Law
2016
Dean's Award for Academic Excellence, University of Iowa College of Law
Work Experience
2022 - Present
Associate Attorney, Simmons Perrine Moyer Bergman PLC
2021 - 2022
Associate Attorney, Burnham Law, PLC
2019 - 2020
Member of National Working Group, United Family Advocates
2019 - 2021
Associate Attorney, Brown, Winick, Graves, Gross & Baskerville PLC
2017 - 2017
Law Clerk, Family Defense Center
2017 - 2017
Fellow, Bergstrom Fellowship—University of Michigan Child Advocacy Law Clinic
Associations
2024 - Present
Hawkeye Wrestling ClubMember - Inner Circle
2023 - Present
Orchestra IowaBoard of Directors
2023 - Present
Iowa City Liberty High SchoolMock Trial Coach
2022 - Present
Linn County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2022 - Present
Johnson County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2019 - Present
Iowa State Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2021 - 2024
Colorado Bar AssociationAttorney Member
Sample of Legal Cases
In re Marriage of Frazier
Upheld District Court Ruling 4-2
In re Marriage of Wieland
Court of Appeals unanimously agreed with husband.
In re Marriage of T.
Husband recovered his property, reunification with child ordered in favor of husband.
Education
2019
University of Iowa College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2016
University of Iowa
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2023
Linn County Ad Hoc Monthly Meeting - May 2023
Joint Legal Custody - Iowa Caselaw Update Spring 2023
2016
Honors Research Presentations
Legal Landscape of Stand Your Ground Laws
Publications
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers