Paul P. Morf - Simmons Perrine Moyer Bergman PLC - Cedar Rapids, IA
Elite Estate Planning for Iowa's Families
Paul P. Morf is a preeminent estate planning attorney and a Member (partner) at Simmons Perrine Moyer Bergman PLC, one of Iowa's largest and most respected law firms. Based in downtown Cedar Rapids, Paul Morf chairs the firm's Wills, Trusts, Estate Planning, and Probate Law practice group. He is widely regarded as one of the state's top authorities on high-stakes wealth preservation, serving business owners, farmers, and high-net-worth individuals. His practice is distinguished by his intellect and sophisticated approach to taxation and succession planning; he holds both a Bachelor of Arts (summa cum laude) and a Juris Doctor from Yale University. Paul is a Fellow of the prestigious American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC), an honor reserved for attorneys who demonstrate the highest level of integrity and commitment to the profession.
Sophisticated Legal Solutions
Paul Morf specializes in complex matters that require deep technical knowledge of tax codes and fiduciary law:
- Estate Planning: Designing comprehensive plans including Revocable Trusts, Dynasty Trusts, and Generation-Skipping Transfer Tax (GST) exempt trusts to preserve family wealth.
- Business Succession: Advising closely-held businesses and farm families on passing control and assets to the next generation with minimal tax liability.
- Charitable Giving: Helping clients leave a legacy through the creation of private foundations, charitable remainder trusts, and donor-advised funds.
- Estate & Trust Litigation: Handling will contests, fiduciary disputes, and trust construction cases when conflicts arise.
- Nonprofit Law: Serving as legal counsel for tax-exempt organizations and charities.
Recognized Excellence
Paul Morf's expertise has earned him the title of "Lawyer of the Year" in Cedar Rapids for Trusts and Estates multiple times by The Best Lawyers in America. He is also ranked in the Top 10: Iowa Super Lawyers list, reflecting his standing as one of the very best attorneys in the state across all practice areas. Beyond his practice, he has served as President of the Iowa Academy of Trust and Estate Counsel and has taught as an adjunct professor at the University of Iowa College of Law. If you are looking to find a lawyer who can handle the most intricate financial and legal details of your estate, Paul Morf provides the Ivy League-caliber counsel you need right here in Iowa.
Premier Downtown Location
Paul practices out of the firm's headquarters in the U.S. Bank Building on 3rd Street SE. This central downtown location offers a professional and secure environment for discussing sensitive financial matters, with convenient access to the skywalk system and nearby parking.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Centrally located in vibrant Downtown Cedar Rapids, in a prime commercial and banking hub just steps away from local dining and the Cedar River.
Building Location
This is the U.S. Bank Building, a 12-story high-rise commercial office building (historically known as the Merchants National Bank Building). It is located near popular dining options like The Blue Strawberry Coffee.
Parking Details
Convenient parking is available at the nearby 3rd Avenue Parking Ramp or the Ground Transportation Center Parking Ramp. On-street metered parking is also available on 3rd Street SE.
Public Transit
Served by Cedar Rapids Transit Route 5 (Downtown / GTC); nearest stop is at Ground Transportation Center.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter the main lobby of the U.S. Bank Building. Take the building elevators to the 12th floor to find the office in Suite 1200.