Deborah J. Morris

Deborah J. Morris is a partner at Tigges, Bottaro & Lessmann, LLP Law Firm, who represents clients in family law, estate planning, business formations, and mediation matters. She works with people facing divorce, custody, child support, alimony, paternity, and related disputes. She also helps clients prepare for the future through estate planning and supports new and growing businesses with formation services. Her practice is built on clear guidance, careful preparation, and practical solutions. She serves clients in Iowa and South Dakota with focused, professional legal support.

Deborah graduated summa cum laude from Morningside College, earning a dual Bachelor’s Degree in Business and Accounting. She later earned her J.D. from the University of South Dakota School of Law in 2016, graduating with high honors. Her education gives her a valuable mix of legal, business, and financial knowledge. That background helps her explain complex issues clearly and guide clients with confidence and care.

Deborah has concentrated on helping clients through challenging legal matters since beginning her legal career in 2016. She started her work in family law, then opened her own firm in 2019 to provide both full- and limited-scope services. In 2023, she joined Tigges, Bottaro & Lessmann, LLP Law Firm and continued serving clients in family law, estate planning, business formations, and family law mediation. She is licensed in Iowa and South Dakota, allowing her to assist a broad range of clients across both states.

Deborah J. Morris helps people by providing practical legal support during important life changes and difficult disputes. In family law matters, she guides clients through decisions involving children, finances, and future stability. In mediation, she works to help parties find productive solutions outside the courtroom when possible. Her estate planning and business formation services also help clients protect what they have built and prepare for what comes next. Her awards and professional memberships reflect her commitment to strong service and trusted client care.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Tigges, Bottaro & Lessmann, LLP
• Member, Iowa State Bar Association
• Member, South Dakota State Bar Association
• Member, Woodbury County Bar Association

Licensed State

• Iowa
• South Dakota

Education

• University of South Dakota School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Morningside College
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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