If you're facing a divorce, you and your ex are likely concerned about the well-being of your children as you navigate a new way of life. If you're an Iowa resident, here are some essential points to keep in mind during the divorce. Try to stay out of court It's best...
Family Law
Getting a child support modification
Oftentimes, non-custodial parents in Iowa miss child support payments because they can’t afford them. Many parents want to keep up with their obligations, but changes in their life circumstances simply make it impossible. If you can’t make child support payments, it’s...
How is marital property divided in Iowa?
Dividing your property is one of the most important decisions you will have to make when ending your marriage. For most couples, much of their property is entangled together, or one partner helps the other manage and invest their inheritances, gifts and property they...
Helping your child adjust to life after divorce
An Iowa judge will use the "best interest of the child" standard when determining how parenting time is allocated after a divorce. In some cases, a judge may make decisions that you don't agree with, such as being declared a noncustodial parent. However, it's...
IOWA SUPREME COURT RELEASES SUPERVISORY ORDER RE: CHILD CUSTODY DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC
Chief Justice Christensen on Saturday, March 28, signed a supervisory order regarding modifications to certain court functions and forms to prevent the spread of the coronavirus. ORDER LINKED HERE: www.iowacourts.gov/static/media/cms/3_B2DC47BA378E3.pdf There are...
Sharing Custody During the COVID-19 Crisis
New Guidelines for families navigating shared custody during the COVID-19 Pandemic.
