Best Child Custody Lawyers in Council Bluffs, IA

24 firms listed · 8 in Council Bluffs · 1 open 24/7 · 2 open weekends · 20 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 19, 2026

Peters Law Firm

Peters Law Firm

(50)
“Never thought I would have to seek any kind of legal assistance but life happens and Peters Law had the option of being able to send a text message which I was very grateful for.”
In Business Since 2000
233 Pearl St, Council Bluffs, IA
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Savage Law

Savage Law

(14)
  • Family Law
  • Questions
“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.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2006
606 S Main St, Council Bluffs, IA
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Focht Law

Focht Law

(13)
  • Patient
  • Paralegal
  • Mind
“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.”
In Business Since 2015
300 W Broadway Suite 104, Council Bluffs, IA
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Kale B. Rogers, Attorney

Kale B. Rogers, Attorney

(4)
“Great experience getting a deed transfered.”
Free Initial Consultation
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2000
Peters Law Firm, 233 Pearl St, Council Bluffs, IA
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Narmi J Joseph

Narmi J Joseph

(14)
“Amazing attorney.”
In Business Since 2010
535 W Broadway #202, Council Bluffs, IA
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Michael J. Winter, Attorney at Law

Michael J. Winter, Attorney at Law

(14)
“He impressively demonstrated his profound knowledge, empathy, and experience in handling such cases, always striving towards achieving fair and equitable resolutions.”
In Business Since 2003
541 6th Ave, Council Bluffs, IA
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The 24 firms listed for Council Bluffs, IA take child custody and visitation matters for families. What appears about their practice areas, consultations and office hours is taken from each firm's own site, and ratings with quoted lines come from public reviews.

Area overview: Council Bluffs, IA

Of the 24 firms we list here, 8 are in Council Bluffs itself and 16 come from Omaha, NE (11 mi). The firms on this page are rated from 4.0 to 5.0 across 1,658 reviews; 12 have 50 or more reviews and 20 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (94%), responsiveness (75%) and quality (63%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "understanding", "communication" and "efficient". 1 is open around the clock; 2 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are child support (5), divorce (5), child custody (4), family law (4) and adoptions (2). 6 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 16 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 73 years. 1 offers urgent consultations; 4 offer a free initial consultation and 1 is family- or locally-owned. We count these figures across the firms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.

What do custody firm websites listed for Council Bluffs usually state?

All 24 firms have a website on file. Those pages are where a practice describes the parenting matters it takes, whether it offers mediation, and how consultations run. Look for a firm that writes about children rather than about winning, and read a few before you call.

Drew H. Kouris, Attorney at Law

Drew H. Kouris, Attorney at Law

(3)
“He has been our attorney and has done a wonderful job.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1984
501 S Main St Ste 2C, Council Bluffs, IA
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Simpson Legal Group

Simpson Legal Group

(3)
“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...”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
BBB Accredited
In Business Since 2019
50 Northcrest Dr, Council Bluffs, IA
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Hightower Reff Law

Hightower Reff Law

(44)
  • Information
  • Estate
  • Call
“Susan was amazing with my divorce and me especially when we went to court she helped keep me calm during my anxiety in the courtroom and with the judge.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2016
Omaha, NE · 11 mi from Council Bluffs
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Nebraska Legal Group

Nebraska Legal Group

(43)
  • Information
  • Feel
  • Trial
“There were things he had me do and I was happy to do them, but before Greg I was putting in twelve or more hours a day at times writing and rewriting things and searching my evidence and documentation for things.”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2019
Omaha, NE · 11 mi from Council Bluffs
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Husker Law

Husker Law

(42)
  • Job
  • Call
  • Case
“He is not an attorney that will promise you too much, cause consternation with shady tactics, try to confuse you with buzzwords, cost you money with unnecessary motions, and fail to deliver.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2015
Omaha, NE · 11 mi from Council Bluffs
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Miltenberger Law Offices

Miltenberger Law Offices

(48)
  • Communication
  • Understanding
  • Talk
“Cody has been so helpful and understanding since day 1 he answered my call, I am really grateful for his professional services that helped me a lot now I have an attorney who worked with me.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2021
Omaha, NE · 11 mi from Council Bluffs
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402 Legal

402 Legal

(42)
  • Matters
  • Law Office
  • Green Card
“Sokpoh's breadth and depth of knowledge and expertise in legal matters has earned my trust and repeat business over several years, for variety of matters.”
Family Business
In Business Since 2020
Omaha, NE · 11 mi from Council Bluffs
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Koenig|dunne

Koenig|dunne

(46)
  • Questions
  • Feel
  • Child
“I cannot recommend this office enough - I have worked with several attorneys in the office over the course of the past 8 years with a divorce, post-divorce issues, and modification.”
In Business Since 2010
Omaha, NE · 11 mi from Council Bluffs
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Li Law Group

Li Law Group

(44)
  • Fees
  • Work
  • Matter
“From the original consultation to the successful resolution of both matters, I was impressed by his knowledge and professionalism, and by the timely way he moved forward, keeping me informed each step of the way”
In Business Since 2019
Omaha, NE · 11 mi from Council Bluffs
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Anita L. Mayo

Anita L. Mayo

(33)
  • Questions
  • Communicative
  • Honest
“If you are looking for a heavy hitter/let's get this taken care of type of lawyer; look no further, Anita will take care of you and your families needs.”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2015
Omaha, NE · 11 mi from Council Bluffs
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High & Younes

High & Younes

(48)
  • Job
  • Team
  • Paralegal
“He would not normally take such cases, but given what was happening with my brother, he took the case and successfully help us win the Workman's Compensation pay my brother deserved in April of 2018.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2015
Omaha, NE · 11 mi from Council Bluffs
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Pistillo Law

Pistillo Law

(10)
“Mike is a great attorney, fair pricing and personal service.”
Free Initial Consultation
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 1984
Omaha, NE · 11 mi from Council Bluffs
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Lustgarten Dudzinski

Lustgarten Dudzinski

(46)
  • Email
  • Custody
  • Efficient
“For a situation I thought was hopeless, Britt was able to recommend a creative solution through a modification order and we were able to get some adjustments to my divorce settlement post-decree.”
In Business Since 2020
Omaha, NE · 11 mi from Council Bluffs
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Hathaway Law Group

Hathaway Law Group

(32)
  • Questions
  • Case
  • Emails
“Rich was more than just an attorney, you can tell he truly cared about the outcome for me & was willing to go the extra step for me to insure I was doing what was best for me in my situation not just what had to be done.”
Free Initial Consultation
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2017
Omaha, NE · 11 mi from Council Bluffs
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Kinney Mason

Kinney Mason

(40)
  • Custody
  • Knowledge
  • Settlement
“John and his partner Jill Mason pursued this matter and stayed on top of it aggressively representing my best interests as the legal battle ensued and became more complex.”
In Business Since 2015
Omaha, NE · 11 mi from Council Bluffs
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Abrahamson Law Office

Abrahamson Law Office

(34)
  • Know
  • Father
  • Questions
“He has been incredible and I am thankful that I have found him as my attorney even though I am in Colorado he has set me at ease knowing he will help with no matter what comes arise.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1986
Omaha, NE · 11 mi from Council Bluffs
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McGill Law

McGill Law

(27)
  • Needs
  • Questions
  • Feel
“My dad passed away without a Will and we were very shocked that one had been filed in his name and we were able to prove that it was not his handwriting or signature, thanks to Atty.”
In Business Since 2021
Omaha, NE · 11 mi from Council Bluffs
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Law Offices of Barry S. Grossman

Law Offices of Barry S. Grossman

(22)
  • Custody
  • Feel
  • Questions
“He always answered my calls and emails he always took the time to explain in detail the process He's a kind man and great at what he does I most definitely recommend Barry!!!!!!!!”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1953
Omaha, NE · 11 mi from Council Bluffs
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