Get Help Filing for Divorce in Iowa

Protecting Your Rights, Future & Best Interests

When seeking a divorce, there are a few legal requirements that must be met in order to finalize the proceedings. Iowa is a no-fault state, which means that a spouse seeking a divorce does not have to prove that the other spouse caused the marriage to fail. In order to file for divorce, one of the spouses must have been a state resident for at least 1 year and must complete a 90-day waiting period before the divorce becomes final.

Iowa Divorce Residency Requirements

It’s a common misconception that you can only get divorced in that state that you were married in. This is simply not the case – even if you were married in another state, you can file for divorce in Iowa so long as you first meet a residency requirement. The requirement states that:

• You and your spouse must be Iowa residents for at least one year prior to filing
• You must have lived in the county that you are filing for at least 90 days prior to filing

If you do not meet the residency requirement, your case will not be accepted, or it will eventually be dismissed.

How Long Does it Take to Get a Divorce in Iowa?

The waiting time for a divorce in Iowa strictly depends on when the paperwork has been filed in court. Once it has been documented and filed, there is a standard 90-day waiting period. The time from beginning to end may also vary if the court has a higher caseload or if there is a lack of available judges.

Is Iowa a 50/50 State for Divorce?

The state of Iowa is an "equitable distribution" state, which basically means that any property in a divorce is not divided 50/50; it is divided by what is deemed fair by the court. Prenuptial agreements can determine property division before a divorce, and sometimes spouses can even amicably divide assets through mediation. If these cannot be done, a judge will rule based off of several factors including the length of marriage and earning capacity.

Why Hire Our Attorneys?

At Family Law Solutions of Iowa, LLC, we have extensive experience representing clients across the state who wish to dissolve their marriage. With compassion, discretion, and personalized attention, our firm prepares a thorough case on each client's behalf in order to finalize the divorce as quickly and peacefully as possible. By hiring our firm, you can focus on getting back to as normal a life as possible. We fill out and submit all of the necessary paperwork and advocate for your rights and best interests in and out of the courtroom.

A divorce lawyer from our firm can handle all aspects of your divorce, including:

• Modification
• Child custody
• Child support
• Domestic abuse
• Spousal support
• Property division
• Collaborative law

Call (515) 305-3474 for a Free Consultation

No matter how difficult your situation may be, we have the experience and knowledge required to help you successfully resolve your divorce. With unmatched legal support, you can be confident that by hiring a divorce attorney at Family Law Solutions of Iowa, LLC, your divorce will be handled professionally. Contact us for individual service and compassionate representation.

Contact us at (515) 305-3474 to schedule a free consultation with our caring and capable divorce lawyers in Des Moines.