3 Misunderstood Facets of OWI Law

Everyone knows that an OWI conviction is serious, with major long-term consequences that can reshape your life for years to come. Facing these types of charges can be overwhelming, especially with all the incorrect or outdated misinformation out there. To help cut through some of the confusion, Ryan Ellis, an experienced Indianola OWI attorney, of Ellis Law Offices, […]

Boating While Intoxicated

As summer heats up, many people try to cool down with a cold beer or other adult beverage.  Earlier this summer, the Iowa Supreme Court ruled in the case of State v. Paye that it is not illegal for you to be intoxicated on your front porch in most cases. However, it may be a […]

What’s the difference between an attorney and a lawyer?

As a former history major in college who became an attorney, I’m very interested in trivia, useless information and the origins of phrases and terms.  One day a friend of mine asked me, “so are you an attorney or a lawyer?”  I responded by saying that I am an attorney at law. Even though the […]