Amanda Van Wyhe

Amanda Van Wyhe

also known as Rochester Divorce Lawyer, Owatonna Divorce Lawyer

5.0
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 20 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Rochester, MN
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody ... +2 more

318 1st Ave SW, Fl 1, Rochester, MN

About Amanda

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Family 40%

Divorce, Family Law, Child Custody, Mediation and Collaborative Law.

40%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Minnesota for 2 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 2024

Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Licensed in Iowa for 19 years

State: Iowa

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in South Dakota for 20 years

State: South Dakota

Acquired: 2005

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Nebraska for 18 years

State: Nebraska

Acquired: 2007

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Van Wyhe Law Firm, PLC

318 1st Ave SW, Fl 1, Rochester, MN, 55902

Van Wyhe Law Firm, PLC

202 Bridge Street West, Suite 304, Owatonna, MN, 55060

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Amanda Van Wyhe's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

21 Client Reviews

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Posted by Derek | April 02, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Amanda Van Whye: The Best Divorce Attorney Around!

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 ...of the process. I truly felt like she was there for me every step of the way. Before hiring Amanda, I had spent thousands of dollars on a different attorney for over a year with little progress. But once I hired Amanda, she resolved and finalized everything within just a few short months. Her dedication, efficiency, and expertise are unmatched. If you're looking for the best divorce attorney, Amanda Van Whye is the one to call. I would recommend her to EVERYONE!

Posted by Rose | October 20, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Outstanding!! Don't hire anyone else!

Amanda is the best lawyer and with Miranda, her para legal, they are a perfect team! I would hire them again without any hesitation. They are amazing!! We were going through a messy custody battle and she kept us informed every step of the way. Our questions and emails were always answered timely and... they walked us through how to do everything and what we should expect. They never acted like I was bugging them when I needed clarification (a lot) and always spoke with a smile. Our trial took a long time due to the other party but they stayed on top of everything the whole time and didn't let the other lawyer or party push us around. They also double checked all our paperwork and documents so everything was always kept professional and appropriate for court. (Can't say the same for the other lawyer, who forgot to redact a few things.) If you're in the area, do your research and then come back and hire these 2. You won't be disappointed!

Posted by Dylan D. | January 26, 2017 | Child Custody

Friendly and Professional

I have been carefully considering a modification of my custody. I researched attorneys for hours on AVVO and picked three with good ratings to call today. Amanda's website is so informative and told me a lot before I even called her. When I called the office this morning, her assistant was kind, p...atiently listened to my situation and offered insight that I didn't receive from the others. It was nice to have someone answering the phone who didn't just transfer me to a voicemail. Amanda's retainer is just slightly higher, but in this instance I think you get what you pay for! When I am ready to file, I am going with them!

Posted by A. | March 05, 2015 | Child Custody

Knowledgeable Attorney at its finest!

Mrs. Van Wyhe is extremely knowledgeable about the law! She does not give you the runaround and is reliable in communication. She is theé best by far, and extremely recommended by previous clients. I do not regret one penny in hiring her! She cares for the child's best interest and that is imp...ortant to me! I love the availability she provides (also with her incredible assistant) and always informs me as soon as there she receives any information about my case.

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Amanda Van Wyhe's Lawyer Endorsements

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Vanessa Gorden

Family lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Lindsey Buchheit

Family lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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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Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

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

Work Experience

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

Associations

2024 - Present

Olmsted County Bar Association

Member

2024 - Present

Minnesota State Bar Association

Member

2012 - Present

Northwest Iowa Collaborative Law Professionals

Member

2012 - Present

International Academy of Collaborative Law Professionals

Member

2011 - Present

Iowa Organization of Women Attorneys

Member

2009 - Present

Winnebago Tribal Court Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

Iowa Association for Justice

Member

2006 - Present

Iowa State Bar Association

Family Law Section Member

2006 - Present

Nebraska State Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

Woodbury County Bar Association

Member

2005 - Present

South Dakota State Bar

Member

2014 - 2023

Woodbury County Bar Association Fee Arbitration Committee

Member

2014 - 2019

Judicial Nominating Commission - Third Judicial District

Member

2012 - 2014

Iowa Foster and Adoptive Parents Association - IFAPA

Member

2004 - 2005

South Dakota Law Review

Lead Articles Editor

Sample of Legal Cases

In Re Hill, 986 NW2d 884 (Iowa Ct. App. 2022)

Affirmed

In Re Marriage of O'Brien, 913 NW2d 274 (Iowa Ct. App. 2018) (table case)

Reversed and Remanded

In the Interest of J.L., 779 NW2d 481 (Iowa Ct. App. 2009)

Reversed and Remanded

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Education

2005

University of South Dakota School of Law

Juris Doctorate

2002

University of South Dakota

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Office Training

236 Protection Orders in Iowa

2015

Office Training

Family Law - Filing Requirements & Initial Disclosures

2012

A Little Bit of This and That

Family Law Continuing Legal Education

Publications

2015

Sioux City Divorce Lawyer What Will My Divorce Cost? (Blog Article)

2014

Sioux City Divorce Lawyer Collaborative Divorce

2014

Sioux City Divorce Lawyer Family Law Mediation

2012

Iowa Legal Aid CLE Family Law Continuing Education Materials

2005

South Dakota Law Review Lead Articles Editor

2002

University of South Dakota Factors Affecting Psychologists Decisions to Report or Not Report Suspected Child Abuse (Honors Thesis)

Languages

English

Activity

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