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What issues should your custody agreement address?

On behalf of Johnston, Stannard, Klesner, Burbidge & Fitzgerald, P.L.C. | Mar 8, 2021 | Uncategorized

Even though your marriage is coming to an inevitable end, you and your soon-to-be ex-spouse may have decided to share custody of your kids. Co-parenting pursuant to a shared-custody arrangement is not always easy, however. Because minimizing conflict is good for your...

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What are common roadblocks for divorce agreements?

On behalf of Johnston, Stannard, Klesner, Burbidge & Fitzgerald, P.L.C. | Jan 15, 2021 | Firm News

Divorce is one of the most significant events you will ever experience in your lifetime. Anxiety is high and made worse by not knowing what the consequences will be. Here are four common obstacles that you will want to prepare for if you are to manage the divorce...

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Can I lose my job because of a drug-related charge?

On behalf of Johnston, Stannard, Klesner, Burbidge & Fitzgerald, P.L.C. | Nov 9, 2020 | Firm News

If you face a conviction because of a drug-related charge, you may worry about the impact this allegation will have on your employment, even if it is for a relatively minor offense, like possessing marijuana. According to the Pew Research Center, in 2018, 4 out of 10...

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Your bankruptcy journey includes attending the 341 meeting

On behalf of Johnston, Stannard, Klesner, Burbidge & Fitzgerald, P.L.C. | Sep 2, 2020 | Firm News

You may not have heard about the so-called 341 meeting, but this is a stopping point on the road to a debt-free future. The 341 meeting is another name for the meeting of creditors. What should you expect when you walk through the door? 341 meeting basics If you file...

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Can bankruptcy actually improve your credit score?

On behalf of Johnston, Stannard, Klesner, Burbidge & Fitzgerald, P.L.C. | Jul 27, 2020 | Firm News

You have significant debt and you struggle to pay your bills each month. While you have considered a bankruptcy filing, you have concerns about the negative impact of bankruptcy on your credit score.  In fact, sometimes bankruptcy may actually increase your FICO score...

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What types of debt can a Chapter 7 bankruptcy remove?

On behalf of Johnston, Stannard, Klesner, Burbidge & Fitzgerald, P.L.C. | May 27, 2020 | Firm News

Chapter 7 bankruptcy provides a pathway out of debt for individuals who fall under a certain financial threshold. Although some exceptions exist, a successful Chapter 7 filing will discharge most debts.  Learn more about the types of debt you can and cannot remove...

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Deciding child custody in Iowa

On behalf of Johnston, Stannard, Klesner, Burbidge & Fitzgerald, P.L.C. | Mar 30, 2020 | Firm News

Many parents would say that the most important issue in a divorce is deciding who takes custody of the children. In the family court's view, parents need to determine who accepts legal custody and who takes physical custody of their kids.  A parent with legal custody...

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How are retirement assets split in a divorce?

On behalf of Johnston, Stannard, Klesner, Burbidge & Fitzgerald, P.L.C. | Jan 16, 2020 | Firm News

Not only is divorce stressful, but separation from the money you worked hard for creates havoc for your bank account. You would like to split your assets amicably with your spouse, but this may not be possible. You usually leave figuring out the intricacies of your...

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How police test for drugged driving

On behalf of Johnston, Stannard, Klesner, Burbidge & Fitzgerald, P.L.C. | Dec 4, 2019 | Firm News

In Iowa, it is illegal to operate a motor vehicle if you are under the influence of alcohol or drugs. To determine if you have been drinking, officers may ask you to submit to a breathalyzer test. If your blood alcohol concentration is above the state’s 0.08% legal...

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How Iowa marital law divides property during a divorce

On behalf of Johnston, Stannard, Klesner, Burbidge & Fitzgerald, P.L.C. | Oct 29, 2019 | Firm News

The divorce process is often highly stressful, even when a couple would like to separate on friendly terms. In addition to personal and family-related emotional turmoil, divorcing couples usually face significant decisions about how to divide financial and real estate...

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