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We are a 100 percent customized client services firm, which means you can hire us for one thing or everything. At The Law Shop, you have options.

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100% Customized Client Legal Services

Rather than charging thousands of dollars up front for full legal representation throughout an entire matter, The Law Shop provides customized client services, also known as unbundled legal services or limited scope representation. This means you can pick and choose what you need. You can pay for individual services at a reasonable flat-fee rate. Whether you desire one of our many a la carte legal services, traditional or collaborative representation, you have options at The Law Shop.
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Serving Van Meter, Des Moines, Adel, Creston, Winterset, Guthrie Center, Osceola, Indianola, Chariton, and more.

“Amy and her team at The Law Shop handled 5 adoptions for us. From beginning to end they impressed us. The team made the adoptions easy, efficient and FUN! We will continue to refer our friends and family to The Law Shop for many, many years.” – Chris & David
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“I have known Amy J. Skogerson for many years. Over my many years of being in practice, I have found that lawyers who are successful are those who have earned the respect of their colleagues. Amy has achieved that lofty goal. She has earned the respect of her colleagues.”  - Patrick L. Wilson, Attorney, Des Moines, Iowa
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"Working with Amy was wonderful!  Her advice and support gave me the courage to live life again.  I was content with the way things were, but after talking to Amy and going through the process, I can LIVE LIFE TO THE FULLEST!!  Thank you!!" - Cindy
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“Divorce is one of the most difficult life experiences to go through. I was feeling very alone and overwhelmed. Amy took a great burden from me, worked toward a collaborative settlement, and was always in my corner. I could not have expected such a positive outcome, and owe it all to Amy and her team. I highly recommend her as an attorney who will help you through the most difficult legal challenges.” – Doug
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The determination of the need for legal services and the choice of a lawyer are extremely important decisions and should not be based solely upon advertisements or self-proclaimed expertise.

A description or indication of limitation of practice does not mean that any agency or board has certified such lawyer as a specialist or expert in an indicated field of law practice, nor does it mean that such lawyer is necessarily any more expert or competent than any other lawyer.

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