Atty. Ray Edgington
Attorney Ray Edgington is a graduate of Morningside College (B.A., 1976) and the University of Iowa (J.D., 1981 with high distinction). Admitted to practice: Iowa State and Federal District courts, Nebraska State court, and the United States Tax Court.
Estate Planning (Including Preparation of Complex Wills and Trusts and Estate, Inheritance and Incom & More Attorney · Serving Sioux City, IA · 45+ Years Experience
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About Ray Edgington at a Glance
Ray Edgington is an Attorney based in Sioux City, Iowa, practicing at Tigges, Bottaro & Lessmann, LLP. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1981), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa (1981), U.S. Tax Court (1982), and Nebraska (1983). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1981) and Morningside College (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Sioux City, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Ray Edgington
- Attorney Ray Edgington is a graduate of Morningside College (B.A., 1976) and the University of Iowa (J.D., 1981 with high distinction)
- Admitted to practice: Iowa State and Federal District courts, Nebraska State court, and the United States Tax Court
- Member of the Iowa State Bar Association Probate and Trust Law Section (past Section Council Member), Elder Law Section and Taxation Section (past member of Estate and Gift Tax Committee)
- Iowa Trust and Estate Council
- and member and past president of the Siouxland Estate Planning Council
- Mr. Edgington also served on the Iowa Supreme Court Commission on Unauthorized Practice of Law and as Chairperson of the Iowa State Bar Association Insurance Committee
- Areas of practice include probate and trust administration, estate planning (including farm and business succession, preparation of complex wills and trusts and estate, inheritance and income tax returns), real estate and closely held business planning
- He has been a frequent speaker at legal seminars
Listed
- Best Lawyers in America, Trusts and Estates
- Served on board of several charitable organizations and is currently a member of the Board of Directors (past president) of Mid America Museum of Aviation and Transportation
Family
Married with two children pursuing professional careers
Interests
- Aviation, hunting and fishing
- Awards & Recognitions • Best Lawyers®: Best Law Firms (Metropolitan Tier 2 – Sioux City – Personal Injury Litigation-Plaintiffs) (2023) • Best Lawyers®: Best Law Firms (Metropolitan Tier 2 – Sioux City –Trusts & Estates Law) (2023) • Best Lawyers®: The Best Lawyers in AmericaTM (Trusts and Estates) (2003-2023) • Best Lawyers®: Top-Listed City Awards (Total Lawyers in Sioux City: 5 lawyers) (2023) • Best Lawyers®: Best Law Firms (Metropolitan Tier 2 – Sioux City – Trusts & Estates Law) (2022) • Best Lawyers®: Top-Listed City Awards (Total Lawyers in Sioux City: 4 lawyers) (2022) • Best Lawyers®: Best Law Firms (Metropolitan Tier 3 – Sioux City – Trusts & Estates Law) (2021) • Best Lawyers®: Lawyer of the Year (Trust and Estates) (2019) • Martindale-Hubbell®: AV Preeminent® Rating (2014)
Practice Areas Explained
Ray Edgington's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ray Edgington handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Sioux City.
Trusts in Sioux City
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Probate in Sioux City
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Estate Planning & Probate in Sioux City
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Business & Corporate Law in Sioux City
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in Sioux City
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Sioux City
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 Sioux City 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 venue, 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.
Sioux City Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Sioux City-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Sioux City Choose Ray Edgington
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Ray Edgington's practice in the field of trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Ray Edgington brings 45+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Iowa, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa, and U.S. Tax Court, Ray Edgington can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and estate planning, Ray Edgington can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Sioux City
A Sioux City-based practice means Ray Edgington attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Ray Edgington Handles in Sioux City
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