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also known as Rochester Divorce Lawyer, Owatonna Divorce Lawyer
VWLF focuses solely on family law. Attorney Amanda Van Wyhe has been providing compassionate and zealous advocacy since 2005, representing clients in all types of divorce, child custody and family law cases. VWLF has office locations in Rochester and Owatonna and serves clients in the surrounding areas in southern Minnesota and north central Iowa. At VWLF, we believe that " Your. Family. Matters. " We understand that the process of going through a divorce or any other family law matter is difficult, to say the least. VWLF is here to help. Call us today for a free 30 minute phone consultation.
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Chat withState: Minnesota
Acquired: 2024
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State: Iowa
Acquired: 2006
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State: South Dakota
Acquired: 2005
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State: Nebraska
Acquired: 2007
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318 1st Ave SW, Fl 1, Rochester, MN, 55902
202 Bridge Street West, Suite 304, Owatonna, MN, 55060
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Posted by Lynnea | April 2, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Amanda is by far one of the best attorneys I've ever worked with. She is highly organized, extremely detailed, and very knowledgeable. She advocates for her clients and is a force to be reckoned with.
Posted by Derek | April 2, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I cannot recommend Amanda Van Whye and Van Whye Law Firm highly enough! She was absolutely incredible. Amanda worked tirelessly on my case, always making herself available and responding to my questions almost immediately. She explained everything in detail, making sure I fully understood every step ...
Posted by Cory | February 9, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Amanda was a great attorney in my case. She cared about her clients well being and listened to all of my questions and concerns. She addresses concerns and problems she might see and does the best job to make sure the decisions made affect the child or children involved in the best interest of the...
Posted by Tammy | October 17, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Amanda and her team were incredible. Despite my many questions they were always quick to respond and very polite with a professional manner. She is straight forward and honest having my best interest in mind at all times. Couldn’t be more thankful for her expertise in my divorce.
Posted by Gina | March 6, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Hiring an attorney is a daunting task. I was referred to Van Wyhe Law Firm & Mediation Center by a friend. I cant thank these ladies enough for the gentle but firm guidance in going through my divorce process. It's an emotional process and they were the voice of reason I needed to hear when making...
"I have known Amanda for more than a decade. Amanda is an experienced and assertive family law attorney with an excellent grasp on the law as well as how to achieve strong outcomes for her clients. I refer inquiries from potential clients in the Sioux City area to Amanda."
"Amanda is knowledgable, straightforward, and has the best interests of her clients in mind at all times. I would refer clients to Amanda in a heartbeat."
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2024
Client Champion, Martindale-Hubbell®
2024
Distinguished - Peer Rated High Professional Achievement/Ethics, Martindale-Hubbell®
2017
Distinguished-Very High Rating Legal Ability & Ethical Standards, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Distinguished - Peer Rated for High Professional Achievement, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
High Ethical Standing, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Superb Rating, Avvo
2016
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Excellent Rating, Avvo
2014
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Peer Endorsed for Ethical Standing, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
Recognition for Pro Bono Service, Iowa Supreme Court
2002
University Scholar, University of South Dakota
2002
Thesis with Distinction, University of South Dakota
2015 - Present
Attorney - Owner, Van Wyhe Law Firm, PLC
2012 - 2015
Attorney, Family Law Mediator, Vriezelaar, Tigges, Edgington, Bottaro, Boden & Ross, LLP
2011 - 2015
Partner, Vriezelaar, Tigges, Edgington, Bottaro, Boden & Ross, LLP
2006 - 2011
Attorney, Vriezelaar, Tigges, Edgington, Bottaro, Boden & Ross, LLP
2005 - 2006
Law Clerk, Second Judicial Circuit Court
2024 - Present
Olmsted County Bar AssociationMember
2024 - Present
Minnesota State Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
Northwest Iowa Collaborative Law ProfessionalsMember
2012 - Present
International Academy of Collaborative Law ProfessionalsMember
2011 - Present
Iowa Organization of Women AttorneysMember
2009 - Present
Winnebago Tribal Court Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Iowa Association for JusticeMember
2006 - Present
Iowa State Bar AssociationFamily Law Section Member
2006 - Present
Nebraska State Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Woodbury County Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
South Dakota State BarMember
2014 - 2023
Woodbury County Bar Association Fee Arbitration CommitteeMember
2014 - 2019
Judicial Nominating Commission - Third Judicial DistrictMember
2012 - 2014
Iowa Foster and Adoptive Parents Association - IFAPAMember
2004 - 2005
South Dakota Law ReviewLead Articles Editor
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Reversed and Remanded
Reversed and Remanded
2005
Juris Doctorate
2002
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2016
236 Protection Orders in Iowa
2015
Family Law - Filing Requirements & Initial Disclosures
2012
Family Law Continuing Legal Education
2016
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