Iowa Cedar Rapids Family Law Blog Blog

Can You Write Off Child Support in Iowa?

One of the first que…

Win a Child Support Modification Case in Iowa

Parents who pay or receive child support are bound by the dollar figure the court orders. However, circumstances can change, making it hard for the paying parent to meet their obligations or for the receiving parent to cover their children’s needs….

What Is the Punishment for Contempt of Family Court in Iowa?

Win a Child Support Modification Case in Iowa

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Court Ordered Paternity Test in Iowa

Establishing paternity through a…

Open vs. Closed Adoption in Iowa: Key Differences

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What Is the Most Common Child Custody Arrangement?

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How Does Moving for a Job Affect My Visitation Agreement?

If you share physical custody of your child with another parent after a divorce or separation, there may come a time when you think about moving to a new area. Whether you’re eager for a fres…

Can I Text My Child When They Are with My Ex?

When parents are separated, the most important decision that needs to be made is who will have custody of the child and when. Child custody can be a contentious family issue because each parent …

Iowa Man wins against child support court order

Joe Vandusen thought it was a joke when the wife he hadn’t seen in 15 years sent him a court order to pay child support for the one-year-old child she had with another man. Unfortunately for Va…