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Welcome to the Law Shop
by Skogerson McGinn LLC

Welcome to The Law Shop by Skogerson McGinn LLC! We’re different from the average law firm and this video explains why. Also be sure to visit www.lawshop.net – see you there and thanks for stopping by!

Spousal Education Sessions

Filing for divorce can be scary! At The Law Shop, we want to take the fear out of the process for you and your family. That’s why we offer a unique service called a “Spousal Education Session,” which gives you and your spouse the opportunity for meeting together with a quality legal professional to learn about the legal process and the variety options available to you for getting through that process. Divorce isn’t about a fight, it’s about the PLAN. Go to www.lawshop.net and click on “Get Started” to set up a Spousal Education Session with a TLS attorney.

Estate Planning

TLS Co-Founder AJ Skogerson shares the story of Uncle Bill to help explain in simple terms why it’s so important for you to have an estate plan in place, no matter how much or how little you may have when you become incapacitated or pass away.

The Four Course Divorce

Attorney AJ Skogerson shares a recipe from The Law Shop Cookbook, which includes the four essential ingredients for helping you and your family enjoy the sweet taste of a divorce done right.

What is Collaborative Divorce?

TLS Co-Founder and lawyer AJ Skogerson shares the ins and outs as well as the many benefits of doing divorce through the Collaborative Process.

Representing Children in Separation

Law Shop Attorneys Tara Elcock and Andrea McGinn discuss options for assisting or representing children in Iowa separation or divorce through use of a Child’s Attorney, Custody Evaluator, Guardian Ad Litem (GAL), and/or Child & Family Reporter (CFR).

Amy I wanted to take a minute and let you know how AMAZING you and your team were in one of the scariest, uncertain, overwhelming time in my life. Over and over again you and your team processed with me, talked me off the ledge, informed me, let me vent, gave me a hug, I could go on and on. But bottom line you took care of everything. You all aren't just a "firm" or "attorneys" you are loving, caring, supportive and so many other things wrapped into one. I am thankfully blessed and continue to be by you and your team. Thank you doesn't seem like enough. But me and my boys will forever be grateful for you and your team. Hugs and much love, Kelly
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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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"Amy was instrumental in helping my daughters through a very difficult time in our lives. Not only was she incredibly professional and always prepared, she was extremely caring. Amy always had their best interest in mind and was always working to help them." – Aric
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"I attended an Unbundled Services Training at The Law Shop in 2019 and wasn't sure what to expect when I walked through the door. We've all been excited for a training just to struggle to keep our eyes open throughout the event. But guys – this was a training like no other! Amy Skogerson and Andrea McGinn provided me with all the information, resources, and advice necessary to go out and crush an unbundled practice, all while remaining warm, inviting, and approachable. I have now completely unbundled my family law and estate planning practices and am LOVING the increased options for my clients. I could not be more grateful to Amy and Andrea for the time, energy, and expertise they have poured into this training. I could not possibly give a more glowing recommendation than this one for The Law Shop." – Dawn Hernandez, Attorney & Mediator, Des Moines, Iowa
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