Family Law in Iowa

Divorce, Custody, Child Support & Adoptions

Family matters are deeply personal. Whether you’re facing a divorce, working through custody and child support issues, or exploring adoption, having a compassionate and experienced local attorney on your side can make a meaningful difference.

At Billings & Mensen, we provide caring, straightforward legal guidance to families throughout Southwest Iowa and Southeast Nebraska, including those involving family farms and rural lifestyles.

Divorce in Iowa

Iowa is a no-fault divorce state — you do not need to prove wrongdoing to get divorced, only that the marriage has broken down with no reasonable likelihood of reconciliation. We help with:

Child Custody

Iowa recognizes two types of custody: Legal Custody (the right to make decisions about the child’s upbringing) and Physical Custody (where the child lives day-to-day). We handle:

Child Support

Child support in Iowa is calculated using the Iowa Child Support Guidelines. We assist with establishing initial orders, modifying orders when circumstances change, enforcement, and cases involving self-employed farmers or business owners.

Adoptions in Iowa

Other Family Law Services

We also assist with paternity establishment, guardianship and conservatorship (see our Guardianships and Conservatorships page), protective orders, name changes, and prenuptial/postnuptial agreements.

This page provides general information about family law matters in Iowa. It is not legal advice. Every family situation is unique. Please consult with a licensed Iowa family law attorney.

Contact Us

Call us for a free, no-obligation consultation.

Red Oak: 712-623-4844

Clarinda: 712-542-0992

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Division of marital assets and debts (equitable distribution)
Division of retirement accounts and pensions
Spousal support (alimony)
Division of property when a family farm or business is involved
Parenting plans and custody arrangements