Divorce and Family Law Attorneys in Ames, Iowa
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If you are considering filing for divorce or are already a party to a family law dispute, you want an experienced lawyer to protect your interests. When you face difficult decisions about issues like child custody and visitation, child support, alimony and the division of marital property, you want an attorney who has successfully helped others in similar circumstances.
At the law office of Payer, Hunziker, Rhodes & Peters, LLP, we bring extensive trial experience and a high level of personal attention to men and women throughout Boone County, Story County and Hamilton County in Iowa. Our lawyers are designated as family law attorneys by the Iowa Bar Association. We understand that family law matters can have long-term consequences and focus our efforts on finding solutions that resolve your immediate concerns and protect you down the road. We make certain that your case receives hands-on attention from one of our attorneys throughout the process. To set up an appointment, contact our office or call our local number at 507-369-2392 or toll-free at 866-382-3599.
Our Divorce and Family Law Practice
We work with men and women at all stages of a divorce or family law matter, from the initial filing through trial to post-judgment requests for modification or enforcement of existing divorce decrees. We handle all matters related to divorce, including
- Child custody and visitation. We will work with you to establish and implement custody and visitation plans that are in the best interests of your children while protecting your rights as parents.
- Child support. We review all proposed child support orders to ensure compliance with Iowa law and to make certain that all relevant income is properly considered.
- Alimony. We will help you determine whether spousal support or alimony is warranted and, if so, the appropriate amount, duration and frequency of payments.
- The division of marital assets. Our attorneys will help you equitably distribute the debts and assets of your marriage, including real estate, bank accounts and investments, retirement funds and business property.
When you hire us to help you in a divorce proceeding, we will provide you with a handout that sets forth the laws of divorce in Iowa. We will gather as much information as we can about your situation, including financial history and any incidents of domestic violence, so that we can work to bring about the best income for you. We will look at the big picture, so that you minimize the risk of surprises in the future.
We work with individuals in matters involving allegations of domestic violence, including proceedings to obtain protective orders. We also handle adoptions, guardianship matters, prenuptial agreements and paternity actions.
To schedule an appointment with an experienced criminal defense lawyer, contact us or call our local number at 507-369-2392 or toll-free at 866-382-3599. Our office is conveniently located on Main Street in downtown Ames. We accept Visa and MasterCard.
Payer, Hunziker, Rhodes & Peters, LLP
535 Main Street
Ames, IA 50010
Telephone: 507-369-2392 (Local Number) | Toll-Free: 866-382-3599
Fax: 515-232-4388
