Iowa law requires divorce property settlements to be considered equitable to both parties. What this means is that both parties to a settlement receive what they need to support themselves on their own. In some cases, this may mean that one partner receives a greater...
Whether your children are getting closer to adulthood or are still very small, going through a divorce can be challenging. Everyone in the family will have a range of feelings as you all learn what divorce will mean for everyone. Telling your children about a divorce...
Whenever a couple divorces in Iowa, all of their assets must be split between the two spouses. That division includes retirement accounts. However, splitting those accounts is more complicated and has different legal considerations than other marital property. Here is...
If you are getting divorced in Iowa, you may be wondering how marital property will get divided. Understanding how property is divided can help you make informed decisions during divorce negotiations. Equitable distribution Usually, in a divorce, assets are divided...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
New Guidelines for families navigating shared custody during the COVID-19 Pandemic.
