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Kaeding Law Office, PLC

(50)

Informative
Money
Responsive

“Kristina was very thorough not only in gathering the information needed from us for bankruptcy but she was responsive and explained everything simply for us.”

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Savage Law

(14)

Wills and Estate Planning, Family Law, Limited Scope Representation / Unbundled Legal Services

“Helen and Lisa both treat their clients as family with understanding, patience and willingness to look at the big picture- never a question that wasn't answered.”

FAQs

What information should I bring to my initial consultation?

Normally your initial consultation is simply a session in which we get to know each other and you get to ask some basic questions. You generally will not need to bring anything with you. However, if you have been served with legal papers or if you have received a citation, it is very useful to bring that documentation with you. If you are seeking a modification, it is useful to bring the Court order with you that you are seeking to modify.

How quickly after I get divorce can I get remarried?

You can get married the next day if the state in which you get married does not have a waiting period. Iowa has a 3-day waiting period to obtain your marriage license.

What are my rights?

You have the right to file a custody action and ask for custodial rights of your child. The mother is presumed to be the sole custodial parent until you do so.

What is the difference between custody and physical care?

Custody really pertains to legal custody. In Iowa joint legal custody is presumed. Joint legal custody simply means that both parents have equal access to school and medical records and both parents should be involved in decision-making when it comes to the children. Physical care means where the child is going to be living the majority of the time. Iowa does recognize shared physical care which means the child spends roughly an equal amount of time with each parent.

I am married and I want all my assets to go to my spouse, do I really still need a will?

Yes. A lot of people put a requirement in their will that their beneficiary has to survive them by more than 30 days. A will can make that provision. You can designate this in your will.

We do have more answers on the FAQ page on our website.

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Gallner & Pattermann

(32)

Work
Wages
Patient

“I appreciated every phone call they responded to and every question they answered And the encouragement When I grew weary; Their wisdom and their tenacity, Their willingness to go the extra mile.”

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Shanks Law Firm

(17)

Knowledge
Expertise
Questions

“Randy Shanks and his expert team were a lifesaver for my family when we suffered an unexpected loss in our family that was very complicated and time consuming to navigate through.”

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Southwest Iowa Law Office

(19)

Questions
Kindness
Knowledge

“Not only is she good, but she truly cares and wants the best for you and she will work to get it done!”

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Focht Law

(13)

Divorce, Separation Agreements, & Property Settlements, Paternity, Custody, Visitation, & Child Support, Terminations of Parental Rights & Adoptions

“As a queer women of mixed race supporting her immigrant mother through a brutal divorce, the entire process was often very personal, triggering and trying.”

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Watson & Ryan, PLC

(8)

James Watson, Brett Ryan, Christopher Juffer

“Knowledgeable and professional.”

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Telpner Peterson Law Firm

(9)

Mediation, Estate Planning – Wills and Trusts, Bankruptcy

“After witnessing several other lawyers with their clients, I can honestly tell you the outcome of my case would not have been the same with any other lawyer and firm.”

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Telpner Peterson Promotes Flaten to PartnernnTelpner Peterson Law Firm, LLP is pleased to announce the promotion of John Flaten to the position of partner with the firm. John graduated with his Master of Business Administration from the University of South Dakota Beacom School of Business and his Juris Doctorate from University of South Dakota School of Law in 2014. He is admitted to practice in the state and federal courts of Iowa and Nebraska. John primarily focuses his practice on business law, real estate, wills and probate, and elder law. Congratulations, John!

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Simpson Legal Group

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“Ryan Muldoon was a very professional and polite attorney he settled my case with him very short amount of time very reasonable and my personal opinion he is one of the best lawyers that I've ever had you use he done what was right he done what was go...”

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Drew H. Kouris, Attorney at Law

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“Very helpful”

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Law Office of Bradford Davis

(7)

“I was looking for a good lawyer due to I was needing to file a chapter 7 I came across Bradford and he is the best attorney I have ever worked with he was very understanding and knowledgeable and he was very patient with me every time I had to call ...”

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Willson & Pechacek Plc: Pechacek, Jr. Frank W.

“Because our attorneys are experts in their various practice areas—and consistently recognized as such—clients appreciate the assurance that they are receiving the best available legal service, whether it involves business, estate planning, taxes, lit...”

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Thorson Law Office

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“Scott is a great lawyer, thanks for helping.”

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Bracker Law

(8)

“This man is absolutely amazing you never have to worry he is professional in every kind of way he's the right man for the job every time appreciate him so much”

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Bottlinger Law L.l.c.

(20)

Agricultural Law, Motorcycle Accidents, Estate Planning

“Due to the end result Attorney Bottlinger was never fully compensated for time he put into my case, but it was my opinion Attorney Bottlinger's first concern was with what was correct and just.”

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Hightower Reff Law

(44)

Protection Orders, Child Support, Prenuptial Agreements

“She got all three of my documents done in a timely manner and helped explain every change she made so I understood exactly what it meant and why she did it.”

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Liberty Law Group

(50)

Nebraska

“Not only was he professional and negotiated the alleged charges to a minimum but the guy offered to if need be foster my b/f "Montana" yellow lab for me if need be...”

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Nebraska Legal Group

(43)

Child Custody, Divorce, Child Support

“I was paired with an experienced attorney that was there to answer any questions I had and to guide me through the process to get what was in the best interest of everybody.”

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Hauptman, O'Brien, Wolf & Lathrop

(49)

Catastrophic Injury, Animal Bite, Workplace Injury

“They settled my case in a timely fashion and were able to make me financially whole again… all accident debt paid off and I was able to replace my vehicle.”

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Husker Law

(42)

Brenda Ronspies, Ryan A. Steen, Michael J. Sands

“They have gone above and beyond for us and we are very happy to add a five star review for them and we will recommend them to anyone in need in this area of their expertise!”

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Abboud Law Firm

(50)

Product Liability, Catastrophic Injuries | Wrongful Death, Slip and Fall

“I was pleased with my outcome and am thankful for their professionalism, knowledge of all aspects of my case, kindness and working in a timely matter to get things taken care of.”

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Leroy Peterson Law

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Medicaid Long-Term Care Planning, Estate Planning, Probate and Inheritance Tax

“However, if you are looking for an Estate Planning Lawyer, Le Roy Peterson Law is a superior service for all your needs and I would not look any further!”

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Dyer Law

(39)

Workers Compensation, Wrongful Death, Employee Rights

“If you have been injured on the job or due to the negligence of another, you can count on Mike and his team to provide you with the best possible representation.”

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Koenig|dunne

(46)

Divorce and Family Law

“I am very grateful for the work of all the associates at Koenig Dunne for handling the hard part of my custody case while I got to focus on what mattered most, my child.”

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Best Consumer Protection Lawyers in Council Bluffs, IA

The highest-rated Consumer Fraud & Lemon Law companies out of 133 vetted & reviewed in the Council Bluffs area.

Kaeding Law Office, PLC

Savage Law

Gallner & Pattermann

Shanks Law Firm

Southwest Iowa Law Office

Focht Law

Watson & Ryan, PLC

Telpner Peterson Law Firm

Simpson Legal Group

Drew H. Kouris, Attorney at Law

Law Office of Bradford Davis

Willson & Pechacek Plc: Pechacek, Jr. Frank W.

Thorson Law Office

Bracker Law

Bottlinger Law L.l.c.

Hightower Reff Law

Liberty Law Group

Nebraska Legal Group

Hauptman, O'Brien, Wolf & Lathrop

Husker Law

Abboud Law Firm

Leroy Peterson Law

Dyer Law

Koenig|dunne

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