Divorcing in Iowa? Understanding equitable distribution is crucial, especially in high net worth cases. 💰🏛️
Unlike community property states, Iowa courts aim for fairness rather than a strict 50/50 split of marital assets. Our blog explores the impact of equitable distribution on high net worth divorces and offers insights into navigating property division.
👴💔👵 Did you know? Gray divorces, those occurring after the age of 50, have been steadily rising since 1990. Shockingly, researchers now believe over one-third of divorcing couples fall into this category.
If you're in this age group and contemplating divorce, it's crucial to understand how it may impact your alimony award. Our experienced family law attorneys are here to guide you through this process and ensure you make informed decisions.
Simpson Legal Group, LLC in Council Bluffs provides compassionate and skilled counsel in Family Law. Call (712) 256-9899 for a consultation.
03/19/2024
Divorcing as a farmer comes with challenges, especially when it comes to safeguarding your agricultural assets. Your farm isn't just a business—it's your legacy. 🌾💔
Our latest blog post marks the second installment in our three-part series on farm divorces. We explore the unique challenges farmers face in divorce and offer valuable insights on protecting your agricultural assets.
Don't let your hard work go to waste—learn more and ensure your farm's future is secure. ➡️ https://bit.ly/48###rK
Simpson Legal Group, LLC in Council Bluffs provides compassionate and skilled counsel in Family Law. Call (712) 256-9899 for a consultation.
03/13/2024
🚜💔 Divorce can be complex, especially for farmers.
Join us for a comprehensive three-part series where we unravel the intricacies of farm divorces. From understanding tax implications to safeguarding your farm's assets, our guidance will help you navigate this challenging process with confidence.
Our first blog focuses on the tax implications of property division. Gain valuable insights into safeguarding your farm's financial future.➡️ https://bit.ly/48CuUEO
Simpson Legal Group, LLC in Council Bluffs provides compassionate and skilled counsel in Family Law. Call (712) 256-9899 for a consultation.
03/08/2024
As we commemorate Women's History Month, we're proud to spotlight Shannon Simpson, founder of Simpson Legal Group, and her daughter, Jailey Simpson, who carries on the legacy as an attorney at our firm.
Together, they exemplify strength, determination, and the power of women in law. Here's to their inspiring journey and the countless women making history every day! 👩⚖️✨
Simpson Legal Group, LLC in Council Bluffs provides compassionate and skilled counsel in Family Law. Call (712) 256-9899 for a consultation.
02/29/2024
🎓✨ The Students First Act has ushered in a new era of educational opportunities, promising parents up to $7,598 per year per child for private school enrollment. While this initiative aims to empower parents with greater choice, it also introduces complexities, especially for divorced parents navigating custody agreements.
Our attorneys understand the intricacies of the Students First Act and the implications it has on custody agreements and financial arrangements. With a focus on compassion, we can help you navigate these disputes with confidence and clarity. 👉 https://bit.ly/49T63xw
Simpson Legal Group, LLC in Council Bluffs provides compassionate and skilled counsel in Family Law. Call (712) 256-9899 for a consultation.
01/10/2024
Dan Cooper is a Senior Accountant with Simpson Legal Group, LLC.
He attended Iowa Western Community College and then continued his education at University of Nebraska Omaha with a degree in Banking and Finance. His work experience includes extensive project management and customer service skills as well as accounting.
As we embark on a new chapter, our commitment to supporting and guiding our clients remains unwavering. Here's to fresh starts, renewed strength, and ongoing achievements in 2024.
Cheers to another year of growth and shared successes!✨
12/25/2023
As we approach the end of the year, our hearts are brimming with gratitude.
To our incredible clients, thank you for entrusting us with your stories, challenges, and triumphs. It's been an honor to stand by your side and navigate the legal journey together.
Happy Holidays from all of us at Simpson Legal Group! May your days be merry and bright. 🌟🎁
12/18/2023
Co-parenting during the holidays? It can be a delicate balance. ⚖️🎁
At Simpson Legal Group, we've put together a helpful guide to assist you in navigating this festive season successfully. Discover practical tips and insights to make the holidays less stressful for you and your family.
The holidays after divorce can bring a mix of emotions, and it's okay to feel them all. 🤍
At Simpson Legal Group, we've witnessed the strength of many who've walked this path before. Our blog, rooted in three decades of experience, offers guidance on navigating this season.
Simpson Legal Group, LLC in Council Bluffs provides compassionate and skilled counsel in Family Law. Call (712) 256-9899 for a consultation.
12/06/2023
Embarking on the journey of spousal support can be complex. In Iowa, spousal support encompasses four distinct forms, each with its own timeline and purpose:
⚖️ Traditional Support
⚖️ Rehabilitative Support
⚖️ Reimbursement Support
⚖️ Transitional Support�
Whatever type of support you may be entitled to or responsible for paying, you will naturally wonder when the payments come due. Here we answer some frequently asked questions on the matter. 👉 https://bit.ly/4a4Cs5f
11/29/2023
Sandra Nash is a Paralegal with Simpson Legal Group, LLC.
With over 25 years of experience in the legal field, she assists the Team in all aspects of a case, including drafting correspondence, pleadings, discovery, and trial preparation.
This Thanksgiving, we're grateful for the families we've had the privilege to support.
Your strength and resilience inspire us every day. Wishing you a warm and loving Thanksgiving surrounded by those who mean the most. 🦃🧡
11/15/2023
Prenuptial agreements are contracts. They are agreements that address the ownership and division of property in the event that the marriage ends and may also involve the disposition of life insurance and pension benefits, and other issues.
Historically, prenups have been associated with couples in which one spouse has significantly more assets than the other, but the certainty they bring to the end of a marriage can have value for couples regardless of their respective income levels.
The practice of family law can be broad and covers issues including prenups, divorce, and child custody agreements. Although knowing all the terms in the area can be difficult, and you are certainly not expected to, your attorney handles all the legalese on your behalf.
To discuss options on your family law needs, connect with an Iowa family law attorney from Simpson Legal Group, and read our recent blog to learn common terms you might hear during your consultation to help improve your understanding of the process.
Simpson Legal Group, LLC in Council Bluffs provides compassionate and skilled counsel in Family Law. Call (712) 256-9899 for a consultation.
10/26/2023
Going through a divorce can be tough, but you don't have to navigate it alone. At Simpson Legal Group, we understand the importance of fair asset division and spousal support in Iowa. 💔💼
Divorce can bring about a lot of uncertainty, especially when it comes to finances and support. That's why it's crucial to understand the different types of spousal support available in Iowa and when they apply.
Our experienced alimony lawyers are here to guide you through this process, ensuring your interests are protected every step of the way.
Simpson Legal Group, LLC in Council Bluffs provides compassionate and skilled counsel in Family Law. Call (712) 256-9899 for a consultation.
03/24/2023
At Simpson Legal Group, LLC in Council Bluffs, we bring over 25 years of experience to the division of assets in Iowa divorces.
From multimillion-dollar portfolios involving a variety of complex liquid and non-liquid assets to couples with more humble finances, we take a meticulous and thorough approach to asset division designed to ensure a fair and equitable distribution of property that leaves our clients well-positioned to move forward with their lives with clarity and security.
Simpson Legal Group, LLC in Council Bluffs provides compassionate and skilled counsel in Family Law. Call (712) 256-9899 for a consultation.
03/16/2023
Maintaining an online record of what happens in our lives through social media is an increasingly common practice, whether it be through Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, or any other social media platforms.
Unfortunately, while social media might present a great time-filling form of entertainment, it can also negatively impact relationships. Social media has been involved in the breakup of an increasing number of marriages.
An experienced divorce attorney from Simpson Legal Group, LLC can help advise you on what works and doesn’t throughout the divorce process ➡️ https://bit.ly/3IdljcB
Simpson Legal Group, LLC in Council Bluffs provides compassionate and skilled counsel in Family Law. Call (712) 256-9899 for a consultation.
03/08/2023
For more than 25 years, our legal team has dedicated our practice to representing men and women in and around Council Bluffs as they deal with divorce and related family law issues.
At Simpson Legal Group, LLC, we combine our professional skill and personal involvement to bring each client the peace of mind that comes from knowing they have a trusted ally in their corner.
Determining how to discuss your pending divorce with your children can be one of the most important decisions that will have the most prolonged impact on your children.
Disruptions in a child's life due to divorce can result in long-term issues and schisms in the family, highlighting the importance of carefully managing a divorce when children are involved.
It is essential to seek stability during and after a divorce. A child issues lawyer from Simpson Legal Group, LLC can help you develop a custody agreement and plan that accommodates the best interests of your children ➡️ https://bit.ly/3XL8ZWE
Simpson Legal Group, LLC in Council Bluffs provides compassionate and skilled counsel in Family Law. Call (712) 256-9899 for a consultation.
02/21/2023
Common law marriage is a term that is used relatively often; however, how it is applied within the context of disputes like separation or child custody agreements is often difficult to determine.
Under the Iowa Administrative Code Ch. 73, common law marriage is defined as “a social relationship between a man and a woman that meets all the necessary requisite of a marriage,” excepting that is was not “solemnized, performed or witnessed by an official authorized by law to perform marriages.” To qualify as a common law marriage, it must meet the requirements of a marriage, less the need for an officially recognized ceremony. Also, contrary to popular belief, there is no magic number of years that the parties must have cohabitated in order for a common-law marriage to exist.
The definition, and its application in practice in the courts, require complex legal knowledge. If you are experiencing a separation and believe you may have been in a common law marriage, an experienced family law attorney from Simpson Legal Group, LLC is available to advise you on what your best options are.
Simpson Legal Group, LLC in Council Bluffs provides compassionate and skilled counsel in Family Law. Call (712) 256-9899 for a consultation.
02/15/2023
At Simpson Legal Group, LLC, we help parents and their children through the divorce process, keeping an unwavering focus on their well-being and vigilantly protecting your rights as a parent.
While we may not be able to completely shield children from the upheaval divorce can cause, we do everything we can to protect them on the crucial matters that affect their day-to-day lives, now and for years to come.
Simpson Legal Group, LLC in Council Bluffs provides compassionate and skilled counsel in Family Law. Call (712) 256-9899 for a consultation.
02/09/2023
Jailey Simpson is an attorney at Simpson Legal Group, LLC.
Jailey graduated from Creighton University School of Law in 2021. Her decision to attend law school was inspired by her mother, Firm Founder Shannon Simpson, who she witnessed excel in her legal career in Council Bluffs.
She also completed the Comprehensive Divorce and Family Mediation training from Crilley Mediation Services to become a mediator in the community.
If you are approaching the divorce process, or have already begun, one of the main questions on your mind may be, how long will it all take?
While it would be great if we could offer you a clear-cut, one-size-fits-all answer, that is impossible as the answer is: it depends. Some divorces proceed in line with the norm. After meeting state eligibility and other requirements and filling, it has a mandatory 90-day waiting period before the courts enter a final decree.
The process can seem confusing, and an experienced divorce lawyer from Simpson Legal Group, LLC can help ➡️ https://bit.ly/3JGKLtk
01/01/2023
Happy New Year from our team at Simpson Legal Group, LLC!
12/28/2022
Mental health can be an important deciding factor in many areas when it comes to family cases like divorce, financial support, or child custody.
For example, substance abuse disorders, anxiety, or depression might affect one spouse’s ability to care for a child or their capacity to provide financial support for themselves. While your family law attorney is not a mental health specialist, they do know how mental health issues might legally impact your divorce, child custody, and other family law proceedings.
The many ways in which mental health can influence family cases underlines the importance of working with an informed legal advocate throughout every step of the process. Here our attorneys outline the common mental health issues that may affect your family law case ➡️ https://www.simpsonlegalgroup.com/blog/common-mental-health-issues-in-family-cases/
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Congratulations to Shannon! She has been selected to the Iowa Bar Association Alternative Dispute Resolution Council Section. Their purpose is to recognize the problems caused by the increasing delays and rising costs of the conventional resolution of disputes through the court system, this section is charged to study and report to the Board of Governors its recommendation for implementing alternative methods of dispute resolution.
Important Update – Mediation Now Required for Family Law Cases in Iowa. Please click the link to learn more about how this ruling impacts family law cases. >http://ow.ly/pZeK50DO7Bl
The founder of Simpson Legal Group, LLC in Council Bluffs, Shannon Simpson, understands that the issues involved in divorce and family law aren’t simply legal matters; they are life matters. The deterioration of a marriage, the end of best laid plans and the disruption of lives can unleash a flurry of intense emotions and a parade of overwhelming challenges that don’t necessarily appear in court filings.
Every person going through the divorce process has their own unique questions and concerns and their own story to tell. Shannon listens to those stories, developing personal relationships with each client based on trust, respect and compassion.
Shannon’s deep experience in every aspect of family law, including the most complex custody, property division and asset valuation matters, is complemented by a natural sense of empathy. Clients can trust her straightforward, clear-eyed guidance and feel that they are being taken care of, whether in the courtroom, at the negotiating table or over a cup of coffee. They know that Shannon will be there when and where they need her.
June 2019 - We are excited to announce Ryan J. Muldoon became a Partner at Simpson Legal Group, LLC. Ryan’s area of practice is Civil Litigation which includes Personal Injury, Workers’ Compensation and Commercial and Family Law.