team-member

Dana Judas

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Licensed for 7 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Divorce and separation

Language

English

About

I am a Waterloo, Iowa native practicing exclusively in family law. I received my BA from the University of Iowa in 2010 where I majored in English and graduated with honors. In 2014, I graduated from the University of Iowa College of Law and was admitted to practice in Iowa in September. In May 2019, I joined Nazette, Marner, Nathanson and Shea, LLP (NMNS) where I focus on areas of family law, criminal defense, juvenile cases and mediation. Prior to joining NMNS, I practiced family law at another Cedar Rapids firm.I am currently a member of the Iowa State Bar Association and the Linn County Bar Association. I love to travel and experience new places. I have previously lived in England and France, having studied abroad extensively as both an undergraduate and law student. 

Practices Areas

Child custody

Divorce and separation

Juvenile Law

Language

English

Contact

Nazette, Marner, Nathanson and Shea LLP615 2nd Street SWCedar Rapids, IA, 52407

Office: (319) 774-4865

Website: N/A

Reviews

Shana
April 5, 2021

Dana took over my divorce case about 1/2 way through the process. I didn't feel like a priority to my first lawyer and I'm SO GLAD I made the switch to Dana. She hit the ground running with my divorce. She is very knowledgeable and personable. She answered all my questions and kept the ball rolling. She won my case and did it ethically and with my kids' best interest at heart. She helped me stand up to my abusive ex and helped me win sole custody. I am so grateful I had her and her team in my corner.

anonymous
January 17, 2021

I was referred to Dana by other professionals who work in the legal system and I can see why. This was my first divorce and Dana made the transition extremely smooth. Whenever I had questions, Dana was prompt in her response and took the time to explain the things I did not understand. Definitely a great divorce lawyer and I recommend her for anyone who is seeking a divorce attorney.

Derek
January 15, 2021

Fairly new to the Linn County area looking for a family lawyer about terminating the rights of the mother of my son that has not seen him an almost 3 years and when she was around she would always use our son as a pawn in chess to see what else she could get or damage she could cause. Dana handled my case brilliantly and was extremely knowledgeable answered all the questions I had letting me know what I could or couldn't do and what was possibly attainable. She succeeded in winning my case and relieved a lot of stress off not just my shoulders but my sons as well. I would Highly Recommend Dana to Anyone in need of a lawyer.

Sharon
November 9, 2020

Dana is very knowledgeable on Iowa family law and was great at explaining everything to me on my unique divorce and custody case. She ALWAYS kept the children's best interests in mind and advocated for them. Fantastic to work with. Highly recommend!

Adrienne
October 30, 2020

Dana Judas was extremely helpful throughout my entire divorce process. She was always very attentive in responding to any questions and advocated for my rights whenever needed. She truly cared about my case and made sure that I received a fair settlement. I would strongly recommend hiring her to represent you.

Laura
July 2, 2020

Dana helped us with an adoption. She was very accessible, clear and made the process feel very safe. Dana guided us every step of the way and was very informative about the process and delivered results. We are so appreciative to have hired her and will be forever grateful to her!

Mindy
May 28, 2020

When I found myself in the difficult and surprising position of filing for divorce, Dana was my first and only call. She is kind, yet firm, compassionate and understanding, but also fair and focused on getting you to the finish line. My amicable ex was pro se and she made sure he understood everything that was happening. We settled quickly and quietly with no drama whatsoever. I attribute this to Dana’s cool and collected lawyering. She is able to be your advocate without completely eviscerating your ex. This was very important to me. In these trying times when it seems like the world is collapsing around us, she can be your life boat. And she does it with a smile on her face and your best interests in the forefront always.

Alex
April 13, 2020

Dana is amazing, I hired her 6 months ago and was blown away by her dedication. She’s incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and easy to talk with - making the whole situation more comfortable and easier to get through - I would highly recommend her services to anyone needing an attorney.

Bob
December 26, 2019

Dana has all the qualities you would hope for in a divorce lawyer. Mine was a complicated case involving support and custody issues across international borders and Dana handled it brilliantly. She is extremely thorough, meticulous, passionate, and highly motivated. She is also extremely quick-witted, and seems to have knowledge at her fingertips: over the course of the trial, the judge brought up issues around the international borders, and Dana very quickly formulated answers (complete with references to points of law) that were satisfactory to the judge. It was quite a pleasure to watch her in action! She also has a support team working tirelessly in the background. I cannot recommend Dana highly enough!

Bruce
December 17, 2019

Dana was always very professional. When Dana was not with a client or in a meeting she would always get right back to me. If anyone needs a good attorney like Dana I'm definitely going to recommend her.

Shana
April 5, 2021

Dana took over my divorce case about 1/2 way through the process. I didn't feel like a priority to my first lawyer and I'm SO GLAD I made the switch to Dana. She hit the ground running with my divorce. She is very knowledgeable and personable. She answered all my questions and kept the ball rolling. She won my case and did it ethically and with my kids' best interest at heart. She helped me stand up to my abusive ex and helped me win sole custody. I am so grateful I had her and her team in my corner.

anonymous
January 17, 2021

I was referred to Dana by other professionals who work in the legal system and I can see why. This was my first divorce and Dana made the transition extremely smooth. Whenever I had questions, Dana was prompt in her response and took the time to explain the things I did not understand. Definitely a great divorce lawyer and I recommend her for anyone who is seeking a divorce attorney.

Derek
January 15, 2021

Fairly new to the Linn County area looking for a family lawyer about terminating the rights of the mother of my son that has not seen him an almost 3 years and when she was around she would always use our son as a pawn in chess to see what else she could get or damage she could cause. Dana handled my case brilliantly and was extremely knowledgeable answered all the questions I had letting me know what I could or couldn't do and what was possibly attainable. She succeeded in winning my case and relieved a lot of stress off not just my shoulders but my sons as well. I would Highly Recommend Dana to Anyone in need of a lawyer.

Sharon
November 9, 2020

Dana is very knowledgeable on Iowa family law and was great at explaining everything to me on my unique divorce and custody case. She ALWAYS kept the children's best interests in mind and advocated for them. Fantastic to work with. Highly recommend!

Adrienne
October 30, 2020

Dana Judas was extremely helpful throughout my entire divorce process. She was always very attentive in responding to any questions and advocated for my rights whenever needed. She truly cared about my case and made sure that I received a fair settlement. I would strongly recommend hiring her to represent you.

Laura
July 2, 2020

Dana helped us with an adoption. She was very accessible, clear and made the process feel very safe. Dana guided us every step of the way and was very informative about the process and delivered results. We are so appreciative to have hired her and will be forever grateful to her!

Mindy
May 28, 2020

When I found myself in the difficult and surprising position of filing for divorce, Dana was my first and only call. She is kind, yet firm, compassionate and understanding, but also fair and focused on getting you to the finish line. My amicable ex was pro se and she made sure he understood everything that was happening. We settled quickly and quietly with no drama whatsoever. I attribute this to Dana’s cool and collected lawyering. She is able to be your advocate without completely eviscerating your ex. This was very important to me. In these trying times when it seems like the world is collapsing around us, she can be your life boat. And she does it with a smile on her face and your best interests in the forefront always.

Alex
April 13, 2020

Dana is amazing, I hired her 6 months ago and was blown away by her dedication. She’s incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and easy to talk with - making the whole situation more comfortable and easier to get through - I would highly recommend her services to anyone needing an attorney.

Bob
December 26, 2019

Dana has all the qualities you would hope for in a divorce lawyer. Mine was a complicated case involving support and custody issues across international borders and Dana handled it brilliantly. She is extremely thorough, meticulous, passionate, and highly motivated. She is also extremely quick-witted, and seems to have knowledge at her fingertips: over the course of the trial, the judge brought up issues around the international borders, and Dana very quickly formulated answers (complete with references to points of law) that were satisfactory to the judge. It was quite a pleasure to watch her in action! She also has a support team working tirelessly in the background. I cannot recommend Dana highly enough!

Bruce
December 17, 2019

Dana was always very professional. When Dana was not with a client or in a meeting she would always get right back to me. If anyone needs a good attorney like Dana I'm definitely going to recommend her.

Shana
April 5, 2021

Dana took over my divorce case about 1/2 way through the process. I didn't feel like a priority to my first lawyer and I'm SO GLAD I made the switch to Dana. She hit the ground running with my divorce. She is very knowledgeable and personable. She answered all my questions and kept the ball rolling. She won my case and did it ethically and with my kids' best interest at heart. She helped me stand up to my abusive ex and helped me win sole custody. I am so grateful I had her and her team in my corner.

anonymous
January 17, 2021

I was referred to Dana by other professionals who work in the legal system and I can see why. This was my first divorce and Dana made the transition extremely smooth. Whenever I had questions, Dana was prompt in her response and took the time to explain the things I did not understand. Definitely a great divorce lawyer and I recommend her for anyone who is seeking a divorce attorney.

Derek
January 15, 2021

Fairly new to the Linn County area looking for a family lawyer about terminating the rights of the mother of my son that has not seen him an almost 3 years and when she was around she would always use our son as a pawn in chess to see what else she could get or damage she could cause. Dana handled my case brilliantly and was extremely knowledgeable answered all the questions I had letting me know what I could or couldn't do and what was possibly attainable. She succeeded in winning my case and relieved a lot of stress off not just my shoulders but my sons as well. I would Highly Recommend Dana to Anyone in need of a lawyer.

Sharon
November 9, 2020

Dana is very knowledgeable on Iowa family law and was great at explaining everything to me on my unique divorce and custody case. She ALWAYS kept the children's best interests in mind and advocated for them. Fantastic to work with. Highly recommend!

Adrienne
October 30, 2020

Dana Judas was extremely helpful throughout my entire divorce process. She was always very attentive in responding to any questions and advocated for my rights whenever needed. She truly cared about my case and made sure that I received a fair settlement. I would strongly recommend hiring her to represent you.

Laura
July 2, 2020

Dana helped us with an adoption. She was very accessible, clear and made the process feel very safe. Dana guided us every step of the way and was very informative about the process and delivered results. We are so appreciative to have hired her and will be forever grateful to her!

Mindy
May 28, 2020

When I found myself in the difficult and surprising position of filing for divorce, Dana was my first and only call. She is kind, yet firm, compassionate and understanding, but also fair and focused on getting you to the finish line. My amicable ex was pro se and she made sure he understood everything that was happening. We settled quickly and quietly with no drama whatsoever. I attribute this to Dana’s cool and collected lawyering. She is able to be your advocate without completely eviscerating your ex. This was very important to me. In these trying times when it seems like the world is collapsing around us, she can be your life boat. And she does it with a smile on her face and your best interests in the forefront always.

Alex
April 13, 2020

Dana is amazing, I hired her 6 months ago and was blown away by her dedication. She’s incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and easy to talk with - making the whole situation more comfortable and easier to get through - I would highly recommend her services to anyone needing an attorney.

Bob
December 26, 2019

Dana has all the qualities you would hope for in a divorce lawyer. Mine was a complicated case involving support and custody issues across international borders and Dana handled it brilliantly. She is extremely thorough, meticulous, passionate, and highly motivated. She is also extremely quick-witted, and seems to have knowledge at her fingertips: over the course of the trial, the judge brought up issues around the international borders, and Dana very quickly formulated answers (complete with references to points of law) that were satisfactory to the judge. It was quite a pleasure to watch her in action! She also has a support team working tirelessly in the background. I cannot recommend Dana highly enough!

Bruce
December 17, 2019

Dana was always very professional. When Dana was not with a client or in a meeting she would always get right back to me. If anyone needs a good attorney like Dana I'm definitely going to recommend her.