Ryan E. Weese

Ryan E. Weese is a shareholder at Shindler, Anderson, Goplerud & Weese P.C. in West Des Moines, Iowa. He represents clients in family law matters, including divorce, child custody, visitation, child support, property division, and spousal support. Ryan also handles personal injury and other civil disputes. His family law practice includes cases involving business valuations, farm property, and the division of assets, where financial questions can be closely tied to parenting and household decisions.

Ryan earned a B.S., magna cum laude, from Drake University in 1998 and a J.D. from Drake Law School in 2001. He was admitted to the Iowa bar that year and is also admitted to practice before federal district courts in Iowa and the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals. His legal training and courtroom experience support his ability to evaluate complex domestic relations issues, contested evidence, and the financial questions that arise during divorce proceedings.

Ryan has represented individuals in the dissolution of marriages and disputes over parenting arrangements and support. His work also includes experience for both plaintiffs and defendants in personal injury, medical malpractice, criminal law, and employment discrimination matters. This varied litigation background informs his approach to contested family cases, especially when property division, business interests, or other claims require careful investigation. He emphasizes preparation, responsiveness, and communication with clients and opposing counsel throughout the process.

Ryan E. Weese is a fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and belongs to professional organizations including the Iowa State Bar Association and Polk County Bar Association. His official biography reports recognition by Super Lawyers and national trial lawyer organizations. Ryan works with clients facing decisions that can affect their finances, parental responsibilities, and future living arrangements. He aims to provide a clear assessment of the issues while preparing for settlement negotiations or contested court proceedings.

Law Office Affiliations

• Shareholder, Shindler, Anderson, Goplerud & Weese P.C.
• Member, Iowa State Bar Association
• Fellow, American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
• Member, Polk County Bar Association
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, American Bar Association, Family Law Section
• Member, Polk County Bar Association, Family Law Section
• Member, National Trial Lawyers Association
• Member, American Association for Justice

Licensed State

• Iowa

Education

• Drake Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Drake University
  Bachelor of Science (BS) Magna Cum Laude

Awards & Badges