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Directory of family law attorneys in Ames, Iowa. Verify credentials with the state bar before hiring.
12 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Ames, IA
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Showing 12 family law attorneys in Ames, IA
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The Smith Law Firm, PLLC
137 Lynn Ave, Ames, IA 50014
(515) 451-1260 shawnsmithlaw.com
Law Mosley, P.C.
1618 S Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010
(515) 357-1954 lawmosley.com
New Point Law Firm, plc
612 Kellogg Ave, Ames, IA 50010
(515) 232-1761 newpointlawfirm.com
Hastings & Gartin Law Group, LLP
627 Main St, Ames, IA 50010
(515) 232-2501 hglawia.com
Thornton & Coy, PLLC
218 SE 16th St #101, Ames, IA 50010
(515) 233-2052 tchlaw.net
Bernard Firm
226 S 3rd St STE 101, Ames, IA 50010
(515) 232-4444 bernardfirm.com
Dentons Davis Brown
120 S 16th St, Ames, IA 50010
(515) 288-2500 dentons.com
Payer, Hunziker, Rhodes & Peters LLP
535 Main St, Ames, IA 50010
(515) 232-4115 payerlaw.com
Huss Law Office, P.L.C.
414 Northwestern Ave Suite 201, Ames, IA 50010
(515) 233-3477 husslaw.com
Facio Nicole S.
612 Kellogg Ave, Ames, IA 50010
(515) 232-1761 newpointlawfirm.com
Hostetter Nathan
112 Crystal St, Ames, IA 50010
(515) 450-3502 amesiowalawyers.com
Causey & Ye Law
315 6th St, Ames, IA 50010
(515) 203-5522
Family law attorneys in Ames Iowa handle divorce child custody child support and spousal maintenance cases. Iowa courts apply the best interest of the child standard for custody decisions. Local attorneys understand Story County court procedures and can guide you through the process.
What Does a Family Law Attorney in Ames Cost?
Typical costs for a family law attorney in Iowa range from 200 to 400 dollars per hour. Many attorneys charge a flat fee for uncontested divorces starting around 1500 dollars. Contested cases with custody or property disputes can cost 5000 to 15000 dollars or more. Costs vary by case complexity and attorney experience. This is general information and not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the grounds for divorce in Iowa?
Iowa is a no fault divorce state. The only ground is that the marriage is irretrievably broken. You do not need to prove fault or wrongdoing.
How is child custody decided in Iowa?
Iowa courts decide custody based on the best interest of the child. Factors include the childs safety each parents ability to support the child and the childs adjustment to home and school. The court may award joint or sole custody.
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