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Divorce in Iowa

Everything you need to know about filing for divorce in Iowa — residency requirements, waiting periods, filing fees, and the documents we prepare for you.

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Iowa Divorce at a Glance

Residency Requirement

1 year

Filing spouse must have been an Iowa resident for at least 1 year.

Waiting Period

90 days

90-day waiting period from service.

Court Filing Fee

$265

Property Division

equitable

Documents in Package

4 forms

4 required + 0 conditional

No-Fault Grounds

Breakdown of marriage relationship

Documents We Prepare for Iowa

All forms are state-specific and court-approved.

Petition for Dissolution of Marriage
Original Notice
Financial Affidavit
Decree of Dissolution

Important Notes for Iowa

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