Atty. Michael J. Riley

Atty. Michael J. Riley

I am Mike Riley, owner of S.W.I. Legal & Mediation Services.

Harlan Harlan 19 yrs experience 19 year
Call (712) 318-6442 Email Book Appointment

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About Michael J. Riley at a glance

Michael J. Riley is an Owner based in Harlan, Iowa, practicing at S.W.I. Legal and Mediation Services, LLC. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, child custody, contracts, trusts, and probate. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (2007), Iowa (2013), U.S. District Court Northern District of Iowa (2017), and U.S. District Court Southern District of Iowa (2017). Educated at Hamline University School of Law J.D. (—) and Minnesota State University, Mankato B.S. summa cum laude (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Harlan, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • I am Mike Riley, owner of S.W.I
  • Legal & Mediation Services
  • I have been practicing for over fourteen years in both Minnesota and Iowa
  • I have always made my clients and their best interest my top priority and will continue to do so
  • I am a general practice attorney and mediator throughout Southwest Iowa
  • You can put your trust in me for your legal and mediation needs
  • My wife Jocelyn and I reside in Harlan with our two young children who do their best to keep us on our toes
  • You may often see us at the pool, the park, or perhaps several parks on the same day
  • I am an avid sports fan and enjoy getting to share my love of sports with my family
  • We enjoy taking advantage of all perks of living in a small community
  • Education My education began at Minnesota State University in Mankato, Minnesota where I received my Bachelor of Science degree and graduated Summa Cum Laude
  • I then continued at Hamline University School of Law where I obtained my Juris Doctorate In 2006
  • I also completed the Comprehensive Divorce & Family Mediation from Crilley Mediation Services in 2020 to become a certified mediator in our community
  • I am member of the Iowa Bar Association as well as the Family Law Section
  • Professional Associations/Memberships: Shelby County Community Foundation, Member Shelby County Community Foundation Scholarship Committee, Member Iowa State Bar Association, Member Iowa Association of Justice, Member Iowa Family Law Section, Member Endowment for Education, Member Founding Member of of AACFL (American Academy for Certified Financial Litigators) Iowa Judicial Branch, Mediator for the 4th District

Practice Areas Explained

Michael J. Riley's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael J. Riley handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Contracts

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Trusts

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Probate

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Iowa

Practicing law in Iowa. Legal matters in Iowa are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Harlan are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Iowa state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Iowa brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Iowa courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael J. Riley

Where is Michael J. Riley's law office located?
Michael J. Riley's law practice is located in Harlan, Iowa. The firm is S.W.I. Legal and Mediation Services, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael J. Riley handle?
Michael J. Riley focuses on dui/dwi, child custody, contracts, trusts, probate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Michael J. Riley practiced law?
Michael J. Riley has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
Where did Michael J. Riley go to law school?
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How can I contact Michael J. Riley for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael J. Riley received?
Michael J. Riley's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

Hamline University School of Law J.D.
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Minnesota State University, Mankato B.S. summa cum laude
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 2007
Iowa
Admitted: 2013
U.S. District Court Northern District of Iowa
Admitted: 2017
U.S. District Court Southern District of Iowa
Admitted: 2017

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