Steven H. Shindler

Steven H. Shindler is a shareholder and president of Shindler, Anderson, Goplerud & Weese P.C. in West Des Moines, Iowa. His practice includes family law, child custody, visitation, and personal injury matters. Steven represents individuals facing significant personal and legal changes and uses negotiation, alternative dispute resolution, litigation, and trial when appropriate. His work emphasizes developing legal responses that address immediate disputes while considering the client’s needs after a case concludes.

Steven earned a B.A. from Drake University and a J.D. from California Western School of Law. During law school, he participated in National Moot Court and received recognition through the Order of Barristers. He is admitted to practice in Iowa, Missouri, and Nebraska. His educational background and advocacy training support his work in negotiation and courtroom proceedings, where identifying the legal issues and presenting a clear position are important to resolving disputes.

Steven previously served as legal counsel in Jackson County, Missouri, and as executive assistant to Iowa Supreme Court Chief Justice W. W. Reynoldson. His professional profile lists representative cases including Estate of Karl Kloster, In re Marriage of Cordes, and In re Marriage of Nelson. He has handled matters involving family relationships and significant litigation issues, drawing on prior public-sector experience and court-related work when assessing available remedies and strategies for clients.

Steven H. Shindler belongs to the Polk County and Iowa State Bar Associations and maintains affiliations with professional organizations in Missouri and Nebraska. His background also includes board service and mentoring at the United States Army War College. Steven brings experience in legal advocacy and dispute resolution to cases affecting families and injured individuals. He focuses on assembling the right legal approach for each matter, whether the client needs an agreement, a negotiated remedy, or a court decision.

Law Office Affiliations

• Shareholder, Shindler, Anderson, Goplerud & Weese P.C.
• Member, The Missouri Bar
• Member, Iowa State Bar Association
• Member, Nebraska State Bar Association
• Member, Polk County Bar Association
• Member, American Association for Justice
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, West Des Moines Little League
• Member, Holiday Park Baseball Club
• Member, Farmers State Bank

Licensed State

• Missouri
• Iowa
• Nebraska

Education

• California Western School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Drake University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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