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    46 child custody lawyers serve West Des Moines, IA. Compare the best based on 322+ reviews and detailed profiles. Related practice areas and nearby towns in Polk County are listed below.

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    West Des Moines Has 46 Child Custody Attorneys with 322 Reviews

    Katie Marie Naset

    Katie Marie Naset

    4.996 reviews
    Hope Law Firm & Associates, P.C.
    1055 Jordan Creek Pkwy, Suite 200, West Des Moines, IA
    Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Family and more
    Bio: Providing responsive, client-focused representation for family law clients throughout Iowa. I am a prompt and effective communicator. I understand that this is likely the most significant event in your life right now. Your choice of attorney is on...
    Rating:  9.5
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    Debra Ann Hockett Clark

    Debra Ann Hockett Clark

    5.03 reviews
    Hockett-Clark Law Firm
    5550 Wild Rose Ln Ste 4010, West Des Moines, IA
    Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 33 years
    Practice Areas:  Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Child Support and more
    Bio: Married for 32 years and the mother of two boys and one girl, when I am not interacting with clients, attorneys and judges, with whom I have developed lasting professional relationships, I am often running my kids, enjoying movies and playing with...
    Rating:  10
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    Child custody lawyers represent parents in establishing physical and legal custody arrangements, parenting time, and visitation schedules. They advocate for the child’s best interests, draft parenting plans, negotiate agreements or mediate disputes, and present evidence in family court. When circumstances change, these attorneys seek modifications or enforcement of custody orders.

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    Jeremy Feitelson

    Jeremy Feitelson

    4.730 reviews
    Feitelson Law Firm
    1200 Valley West Dr Ste 606, West Des Moines, IA
    Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Child Custody, Family, Criminal Defense and more
    Bio: In my free time, I enjoy biking, running, and swimming and have completed numerous marathons and Ironman triathlons.
    Rating:  8.3
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    James Henry Sayre

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    James Henry Sayre

    5.010 reviews
    Wasker Law Firm
    4201 Westown Parkway, Ste 250, West Des Moines, IA
    Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas:  Child Custody, Wills & Living Wills, Probate and more
    Review: "I had a great experience working with Jim. He provided top notch service, was extremely responsive, and made the entire process of setting up a 501c3 extremely easy and efficient. Highly recommended."
    Rating:  6.7
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    Daniel Joseph Rothman

    Daniel Joseph Rothman

    5.02 reviews
    Mcenroe, Gotsdiner, Brewer, Steinbach & Rothman P.C.
    1701 48th St Ste 100, West Des Moines, IA
    Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas:  Child Custody, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Daniel J. Rothman has been practicing criminal law since his admission to the bar in 2002. He is a former prosecutor of 7 years having worked in the Story County Attorneys’ office and as the senior member of the OWI Division of the Polk County Att...
    Rating:  8.7
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    David Paul Kozlowski

    David Paul Kozlowski

    5.01 review
    Law Office of David Kozlowski
    5050 Raintree Dr, West Des Moines, IA
    Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 33 years
    Practice Areas:  Child Custody
    Review: "Dave handled a child custody/visitation situation for us. If he's unavailable he always calls back if you have a question. We communicated via email frequently. He was very knowledgeable and very nice. He had the papers ready and to us very qu..."
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    James Robert Hinchliff

    James Robert Hinchliff

    5.06 reviews
    Shindler, Anderson, Goplerud & Weese, P.C.
    5015 Grand Ridge Drive, Suite 100, West Des Moines, IA
    Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 11 years
    Practice Areas:  Child Custody, Family, Divorce & Separation and more
    Bio: Diligence. Integrity. Results. Call for more information.
    Rating:  7.2
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    Mark Alan Simons

    Mark Alan Simons

    5.01 review
    Simons Law Firm, PLC
    5550 Wild Rose Lane., Suite 400, West Des Moines, IA
    Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Contracts & Agreements and more
    Bio: Mark Simons has a variety of trial and litigation experience. Prior to opening Simons Law Firm, Mark was an associate attorney at Wandro & Associates, P.C. in Des Moines. Mark represented individuals and businesses before the Iowa state and federa...
    Rating:  7.3
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    Jason Robert Burdick

    Jason Robert Burdick

    5.05 reviews
    Burdick Law
    1501 42nd Street, West Des Moines, IA
    Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas:  Child Custody, Family, Divorce & Separation and more
    Review: "Jason and Rebecca handled my issue quickly and efficiently. Much appreciated!"
    Rating:  7.4
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    Stephen A Neve

    Stephen A Neve

    4.429 reviews
    Hope Law Firm
    1055 Jordan Creek Pkwy Ste 200, West Des Moines, IA
    Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Family and more
    Review: "I contacted Steve requesting a consult and he returned my call with in hours. At our initial meeting I felt that he was able to clearly see the big picture and validated my situation. He worked diligently on my complex and challenging child custod..."
    Rating:  7.2
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    Andrew Larry Hope

    Andrew Larry Hope

    3.813 reviews
    Hope Law Firm
    1055 Jordan Creek Pkwy, Suite 200, West Des Moines, IA
    Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 22 years
    Practice Areas:  Child Custody, Personal Injury, Insurance and more
    Bio: Growing up in Sioux City, Iowa, Attorney Andrew L. Hope gained a strong work ethic, a drive to succeed, and a dedication to helping others by welding and working at his parents’ sheet metal fabrication shop throughout his formative years. He credi...
    Rating:  8.5
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    Brittany L. Sandler

    Brittany L. Sandler

    4.05 reviews
    Stamatelos & Tollakson, Pllc
    2700 Westown Pkwy Ste 245, West Des Moines, IA
    Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 8 years
    Practice Areas:  Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Child Support and more
    Review: "I routinely use Brittany Sandler as a mediator in my family law cases. She is knowledgeable, affordable, and pleasant to work with. I highly recommend her!"
    Rating:  6.9
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    Emelia Lauren Edwards

    Emelia Lauren Edwards

    5.03 reviews
    Tollakson Law
    2700 Westown Pkwy Ste 330, West Des Moines, IA
    Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 3 years
    Practice Areas:  Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Mediation and more
    Bio: I strive to help others navigate our legal system, while also providing reassurance to those in the uncertain—and often difficult—time of a changing family dynamic.
    Rating:  6.9
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    Charlotte Ellen Keul

    Charlotte Ellen Keul

    3.04 reviews
    Hope Law Firm, Plc
    1055 Jordan Creek Pkwy Ste 200, West Des Moines, IA
    Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 22 years
    Practice Areas:  Child Custody, Family, Domestic Violence and more
    Bio: Charlotte received her Bachelor of Arts (Anthropology with specialization in Archaeology) from the University of Iowa in May 1997 and her Juris Doctorate from Drake University Law School in May 2003. Charlotte was a collegiate swimmer and soccer p...
    Rating:  7.3
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    Andrea Joy Skinner

    Andrea Joy Skinner

    3.02 reviews
    Ramsey Law P.L.C.
    312 5th St Ste 102, West Des Moines, IA
    Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 4 years
    Practice Areas:  Child Custody, Family, Divorce & Separation and more
    Review: "Ande was Absolutely amazing! From day 1 to the finish line,she was in constant communication,if you want an attorney who will walk right beside you during your case,she is the one! Look no further and know your in good hands."
    Rating:  6.3
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    Magdalena Beme Reese

    Magdalena Beme Reese

    1.01 review
    Cooper, Goedicke, Reimer & Reese
    2600 Vine Street Ste 300, Cooper Goedicke Reimer & Reese, West Des Moines, IA
    Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Child Custody, Mediation, Criminal Defense and more
    Bio: Magda is a partner with Cooper, Goedicke, Reimer, & Reese, PC. Magda engages in the general practice of law, including criminal defense, family law, juvenile law, adoption, appeals, and mediation. She received her Juris Doctorate from Drake Univer...
    Rating:  7.5
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    Steven Lee Cooper

    Steven Lee Cooper

    1.01 review
    Cooper, Goedicke, Reimer, and Reese, P.C.
    2600 Vine St Ste 300, West Des Moines, IA
    Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Child Custody, Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation and more
    Bio: Steve is a shareholder with Cooper, Goedicke, Reimer, & Reese, P.C. Steve has a general law practice that includes criminal defense, family law, juvenile law, wills, social security disability, and other litigation. Steve is admitted to practice i...
    Rating:  6.6
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    Shannon Marie Henson

    Shannon Marie Henson

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    Henson Law Office, Plc
    1200 Valley West Dr Ste 204, West Des Moines, IA
    Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Personal Injury and more
    Rating:  6.5
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    Danni J. Harris

    Danni J. Harris

    4.714 reviews
    Whitfield & Eddy, PLC, Des Moines, Ia
    699 Walnut Street, Suite 2000, Des Moines, IA
    Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Domestic Violence
    Bio: I have over eighteen years of experience litigating complex legal matters. As a litigation attorney for the family law division at Whitfield & Eddy Law Firm, I currently focus my practice on litigating family law matters, including dissolution of ...
    Rating:  9.7
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    Shayla McCormally

    Shayla McCormally

    4.714 reviews
    McCormally & Cosgrove, PLLC
    4508 Fleur Drive, Des Moines, IA
    Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Car Accidents and more
    Bio: Shayla McCormally is a problem solver. Whether it's helping clients navigate difficult family issues, untangle tax problems, or recover after being injured, Shayla devotes herself to creating the best possible solutions for her clients. She knows ...
    Rating:  10
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