Disaster Struck My Rental Property, Now What?

In a disaster, time can seem to move both too slowly for some things and too fast for others.  If you have been affected by fire, lightning strikes, tornadoes, flooding or other natural disasters in Iowa, you have some options.  If it is safe to stay in your...

Bankruptcy Issues After A Disaster

I lost everything because of a natural disaster. Will it help me to file bankruptcy? It depends on your situation. Bankruptcy is a very helpful tool, but it is important to file at the right time. Bankruptcy can help when you have property to protect and income that...

Changing Your Name in Iowa

If you would like to legally change your or your child’s name, there are certain steps you must take.  These steps vary depending on whether the name change is for an adult or a child. Name Change for Adults: There are three ways for an adult to change their...

Wills and Probate Questions & Answers

What happens to my property at my death? When people living in Iowa die, their property is transferred to other people in one of four ways:•    Through joint ownership, such as owning your home or bank account with another person as joint tenants with...
Divorce Questions and Answers

Divorce Questions and Answers

What should I know about divorce in Iowa? It is not hard to get a divorce, it does take time. You must plan and make decisions before you begin a divorce. Iowa is a “no-fault” state. This means you do not have to prove your spouse caused your marriage to...

Sexual Assault and Civil Legal Remedies

What is sexual assault? Sexual assault can happen in many different ways. At its core, sexual assault is a sex act done by force or against the will of the victim. This includes when “consent” is procured by threats of violence, or when the victim cannot consent...