News & Events

Jun 24, 2025

Attorney Hayley Masching has been named Vice President of the Iowa Organization of Women Attorneys (IOWA). This leadership role reflects Hayley’s ongoing dedication to advancing women in the legal profession and supporting the mission of IOWA throughout the state.

Jun 19, 2025

Simmons Perrine Moyer Bergman PLC is proud to announce that six of the firm’s attorneys have been recognized in the 2025 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business. The prestigious guide ranks the top law firms and attorneys across the United States based on comprehensive research and interviews with clients and legal peers.

Jun 16, 2025

Simmons Perrine Moyer Bergman PLC is pleased to announce that attorney Kevin Visser will be a featured panelist at the 2025 Iowa State Bar Association (ISBA) Annual Meeting, held in Des Moines next week.

Jun 12, 2025

Hayley Masching calls for action from the legal community after Iowa has grappled with historically low bar passage rates.

Jun 9, 2025

Simmons Perrine Moyer Bergman PLC is pleased to welcome five law students to its 2025 Summer Associate Program: Morgan Hebert, Michael Moran, Nicholas Downey, Elizabeth Wiesman and Alex Hefel. Each year, the firm invites aspiring lawyers to participate in our Summer Associate program.

Jun 3, 2025

Simmons Perrine Moyer Bergman PLC is proud to announce the recognition of two of its attorneys in the 2025 Iowa Super Lawyers list. Paul Morf has been named to the Top 10: Iowa Super Lawyers list for the first time, and Eric Lam has been fifth time—highlighting their continued excellence and leadership in their respective fields.

May 22, 2025

The Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) Iowa Chapter annual Corporate Counsel Forum is scheduled for Friday, May 30th at Drake Law School in Des Moines. Attorney Sam Gray will be presenting, “DExit and State Competition for Corporations.”

May 21, 2025

The 2025 Great Plains Super Lawyers list was recently announced with 28 Simmons Perrine Moyer Bergman PLC attorneys being recognized.

May 15, 2025

On May 9, 2025, the Iowa Supreme Court issued its decision in County Bank v. Shalla, which reinforces the broad application of Iowa Code section 535.17—the statute of frauds for credit agreements.

Apr 25, 2025

Simmons Perrine Moyer Bergman PLC is pleased to announce that Matthew Hektoen, a partner in the firm’s real estate practice, will serve as a featured speaker at the 2025 Advanced Commercial Leasing Institute (ACLI), hosted by the American College of Real Estate Lawyers (ACREL). The event will take place from April 23–25, 2025, at The Morrow Hotel in Washington, D.C.