Paul P. Morf - Simmons Perrine Moyer Bergman PLC - Cedar Rapids, IA - Lawyer Directory

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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.

Specializing In

High Net Worth Estate Planning, Charitable Trusts, Business Succession, Tax Law

Address & Location

The office is located at 115 3rd St SE, Suite 1200, occupying the upper floors of the U.S. Bank Building. This high-rise is situated in the core of Downtown Cedar Rapids, at the corner of 3rd Street and 2nd Avenue SE. It is a prominent skyline landmark just blocks from the Cedar River.

Building Location

The U.S. Bank Building is a Class A office tower with a distinctive modern exterior. It serves as a major hub for legal and financial services in the city. The building features a spacious lobby with security personnel and high-speed elevators to the firm’s reception on the 12th floor.