Protected Parties

The Law Shop provides the following probate services for Iowa residents on a flat fee basis:

Guardianship
Conservatorship
Medicaid Compliant Caregiver Agreement

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Guardianship

Action seeking appointment of a guardian for an adult based upon the best interests of the proposed protected person plus a court finding that the decision-making capacity of the person is so impaired that (s)he is unable to care for his or her own safety, or to provide for necessities such as food, shelter, clothing, or medical care without which physical injury or illness may occur.

Conservatorship

Action seeking appointment of a conservator for an adult based upon the best interests of the proposed protected person plus a court finding that the decision-making capacity of the person is so impaired that (s)he is unable to make, communicate, or carry out important decisions concerning his or her own financial affairs.

Medicaid Compliant Caregiver Agreement

Agreement between a person who needs care and a person who is willing to provide care for compensation with such payment being considered a fully compensated transfer for Medicaid eligibility purposes.

“Skogerson Law provides friendly, fast service! I was more than satisfied with the results of my custody modification and always felt like my case was at the top of the to do list. There is no question that I will use Skogerson Law for any future needs!” - Jessica

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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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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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“Amy’s approach to family law is to have a smile on her face and assure you that everything will be ok, because it will be. This is not a fight, but peaceful interaction between the parties to come to a conclusion that works for everyone. I never would have thought that mediation would work, and I was so wrong. My relationship with our kids is not one of weekly visitations, rather a co-parenting agreement that works for the best interest of our children.” ~Jim

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