Regan E. Conder
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Suite 3700
Des Moines, IA 50309
ANTOINETTE WATSON: (LEGAL ASSISTANT)
awatson@dickinsonbradshaw.com
515.246.5896
TIFFANY ROOSA: (PARALEGAL)
troosa@dickinsonbradshaw.com
515.246.4545
Introduction
Regan is a Shareholder at Dickinson Bradshaw, practicing primarily as a family law attorney with an emphasis in child custody and complex property disputes.
In child custody actions, Regan brings compassion and zeal to her advocacy of client’s rights and interests. Regan is particularly suited to work with clients whose children express a strong preference in their future custodial arrangement.
In dissolutions involving property disputes, Regan uses her exceptional attention to detail to uncover hidden assets, income, and liabilities. Regan also works with other members of the firm in the areas of real estate, tax, estate planning, and bankruptcy to ensure the client receives the most stable financial outcome.
In her family law practice, Regan routinely works in matters concerning self-employment income, business valuations, family farm operations, inheritance, alimony, and private adoptions.
Regan is committed to her practice and uniquely understands the painstaking attention each client needs.
In her free time, Regan enjoys being a “boy mom,” spending time with her husband and two dogs, reading, and indulging in celebrity gossip.
Practice Areas
Education & Background
- J.D., Drake University Law School
- B.A., Drake University (Phi Beta Kappa, Cum Laude)
Honors & Awards
Best Lawyers
- Selected for inclusion in the 2021-2023 edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in the area of Family Law.
Jurisdictions
Admitted to practice in the following states:
- Iowa
Reported Cases and Representative Matters
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Represented clients in multiple child custody modification trials and obtained favorable results, including attorney fees.
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Represented clients in multiple original custody actions and obtained favorable results.
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Successfully vacated a private termination of parental rights order and established paternity for client.
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Vacated on appeal a domestic abuse finding.
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Represented multiple clients in divorce litigation where clients’ assets are millions of dollars, involve business valuations, and spousal support.
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Represented client in common law marriage proceeding and obtained property award for client.
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Represented multiple clients in habeas corpus proceedings and injunction hearings and obtained favorable results.
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Litigated the enforceability of antenuptial agreements.
Memberships & Activities
- Iowa State Bar Association
- Polk County Bar Association
- Iowa Association for Justice
- Polk County Women Attorneys
- Member, Board of Directors, 2018-present
- Beacon of Life
- Member, Board of Directors, 2018-present
Articles, Presentations, and Publications
- Author, Joe Jonas’ Custody Dispute Highlights Complexities of International Custody Disputes, Iowa Family Law Blog, September 29, 2023
- Author, It Could Cost You if You Don’t Have a Kevin Costner Prenup, Iowa Family Law Blog, August 4, 2023
- Co-Presenter, "Legislative and Case Law Update: New Frontiers," Dickinson Law Employment Law Seminar, May 19, 2022
- Featured, New Resource: Family Law FAQ Page, Iowa Family Law Blog, February 23, 2022
- Author, How Do Child Care Costs Affect Child Support?, Iowa Family Law Blog, February 18, 2022
- Author, Finding Hidden Assets in a Divorce, Iowa Family Law Blog, August 4, 2021
- Author, Infidelity in Divorce, Iowa Family Law Blog, March 26, 2021
- Featured, Family Law Feature: Get to Know... Regan Wilson, Iowa Family Law Blog, March 15, 2021
- Auhtor, How to Strategize an Amicable Divorce, Iowa Family Law Blog, February 18, 2021
- Author, Litigating COVID-19 Vaccines in the Family Law Context, Iowa Family Law Blog, January 6, 2021
- Author, Child Custody and Visitation in the Unchartered Territories of COVID-19, Iowa Family Law Blog, March 30, 2020
- Author, I am Laid Off Due to Covid-19: Do I Still Have a Child or Spousal Support Obligation?, Iowa Family Law Blog, March 20, 2020
- Author, The Hesitancy Behind Recognizing Common Law Marriages, Iowa Family Law Blog, Iowa Trusts & Estates Law Blog, July18, 2018
- Author, Adoptions in Iowa Include Enforceable Surrogacy Contracts, Iowa Family Law Blog, March 7, 2018
- Author, Iowa Revamps Its Child Support Guidelines--Sort Of, Iowa Family Law Blog, August 15, 2017
- Author, Temporary Modification, Iowa Family Law Blog, May 24, 2017
- Author, Vocalizing a Child's Custodial Preference to the Court, Iowa Family Law Blog, February 24, 2017
- Author, A Private Affair: Terminating Parental Rights Without State Intervention, Iowa Family Law Blog, February 15, 2017
- Author, Cash Medical Support: What Are Your Options? Iowa Family Law Blog, December 8, 2016
- Presenter, "When to Obey a POA," 2016 Iowa Banking Law Seminar, West Des Moines, September 7, 2016