Divorce

Legal Information

• Interactive Forms for Divorce with No Children

  Approved court forms and instructions are now available online. Content Detail

• Summary of Iowa Divorce Law

  Read this first for a general overview with answers to common questions on divorce law in our state. Read More

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• Children in the Middle

  This overview written by "Children in the Middle" instructor Charlie Easterly describes how a program which became a state law in 1997 provides parents with information on children and divorce. Read More

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  Charlie Easterly, Children in the Middle Instructor

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  Spanish / Español

• Common Myths About Family Law

  Often people have been misinformed about the law, especially family law such as divorce and custody. Here is a list of common misunderstandings about family law. Read More

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  Iowa Legal Aid

• Limited Representation (Unbundled Legal Services)

  Questions and answers about new rules changing how lawyers can provide services to clients. Read More

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  Iowa Legal Aid

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  Spanish / Español

• Misconceptions About Common Law Marriage

  Questions often arise about the legal rights of persons who are, or were, part of a couple, but who have not gone through a marriage ceremony. This resource looks at some misconceptions about common law marriage. Read More

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• Questions and Answers About Divorce PDF

  A two-page handout providing general information on divorce law in Iowa. Content Detail

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• Self-Help Divorce Forms

  If you do not have minor children and want to file a divorce without an attorney, you must use these forms from the Iowa Judicial Branch. Content Detail

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  Iowa Judicial Branch

• Common Law Marriage in Iowa

  Under Iowa law, there are two ways for a couple to be legally married. Read More

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• Doctor-Patient Privilege In Civil Court Cases

  Under most circumstances your doctor or counselor cannot give your records to anyone but you. This privilege is based on the constitutional right to privacy. Read More

• How Social Networking Can Be Used Against People in Family Law Cases

  What people put on social networking websites can end up being used in unexpected ways. Being aware of the potential risks can help you avoid adding content that could cause problems down the road. Read More

• Internet Safety

  There are hundreds of ways that computers record everything you do on the computer or Internet. Content Detail

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  Iowa Coalition Against Domestic Violence

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• Divorce Law in Iowa with No Children and No Lawyer PDF

  A guide to using the court forms for divorce without children Content Detail

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  Iowa Legal Aid

• My Spouse Lied to the IRS and I Got the Bill!

  Most of the time a husband and spouse filing a joint tax return are both held responsible for any tax debts that come from that tax return, called "Joint and Several Liability." This can become an issue when married couples separate. Read More

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• Recent Legislative Changes in Family Law

  This resource is a summary of changes in Iowa law on Divorce and Custody Changes as well as Child Support. Read More

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  Iowa Legal Aid

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  Spanish / Español