John R. Rigby

Attorney

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Loryetta Jourdan

Legal Assistant

Loryetta Jourdan
  • State of Iowa, 2026
  • State of California, 2021
  • University of California, Los Angeles, School of Law, JD, 2020
  • University of Iowa, BA, English, with distinction, 2011

John R. Rigby is a business attorney who advises companies and business owners on commercial transactions, mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance and real estate matters. 

Business Transactions & Counseling. John advises businesses, entrepreneurs, and corporate leaders on a wide range of business and operational matters. He assists clients with the drafting and negotiation of commercial agreements, corporate governance issues, entity formation and structuring, and compliance matters.  

Mergers and Acquisitions. John represents buyers, sellers, investors, and business owners in mergers, acquisitions, and other complex corporate transactions. He guides clients through various stages of the transaction process, including due diligence, the drafting and negotiation of purchase agreements and ancillary documents, and closing matters.  

Real Estate Law. John assists businesses, developers, investors, and property owners with a wide range of commercial real estate matters. His practice includes the acquisition, disposition, leasing, and development of commercial properties, as well as conducting due diligence reviews and guiding clients through complex real estate transactions.

Before joining Simmons Perrine, John gained valuable in-house legal experience with two Las Vegas-based companies, including serving as corporate counsel for a luxury resort and gaming company. He also practiced with law firms in California, where he represented clients in mergers and acquisitions, business litigation, and other commercial matters. Throughout his career, John has advised businesses ranging from emerging companies to large national organizations.

  • Iowa State Bar Association