Personal Solutions From A Knowledgeable Attorney In Dubuque, Iowa

Legal issues often feel like a heavy burden on your shoulders. You want to safeguard your interests and protect your finances while also maintaining your peace of mind.

This is where I come in. My name is Jenny L. Weiss, and as a solo lawyer with nearly 20 years of experience, I provide the one-on-one attention my clients deserve. At my Dubuque law firm, I will put your goals first. I offer the deep legal knowledge of a large firm within a supportive setting. When you work with me, you will speak directly with your attorney every step of the way.

A Broad Legal Practice

At Jenny L. Weiss PLLC, I have the experience to assist individuals, families, businesses and municipal governments in a wide variety of legal areas, such as:

• Family law: Including divorce, property division, child custody and support, along with post-divorce modifications
• Estate planning: Involving wills, trusts, powers of attorney, health care directives and more
• Personal injury: Seeking proper compensation after any injury caused by another party’s negligence or wrongdoing
• Insurance defense: Assisting insurers in fairly assessing insurance claims and limiting illegitimate claims
• Human resources counsel: Helping businesses understand and comply with the law in regard to employees
• Municipal law: Representing local government entities in a variety of areas

I focus on resolving issues efficiently, without undue conflict. My role is to implement my clients’ goals.

Is Iowa A 50-50 State When It Comes To Divorce?

No. Iowa is what is called an “equitable distribution” state. This means that the court divides marital assets in a way that is fair, but not necessarily 50-50. When dividing assets, the judge considers factors such as:

• The length of the marriage
• Each spouse’s earnings during the marriage
• Whether one spouse stayed at home with the children
• Whether one spouse contributed to the other’s education
• Each spouse’s earning potential

I will use my decades of experience to help you understand how the law will affect your situation. In my career, I have helped hundreds of people achieve fair asset division arrangements, both in and out of court. My goal will be protecting your financial stability as you complete the divorce process.

How Can You Resolve Family Law Problems Without Going To Court?

Many people prefer to settle their cases outside of a courtroom to reduce stress and costs. I offer several paths to help you avoid litigation and peacefully find solutions to child custody and visitation, property division and post-divorce modifications. These may include the following:

• Mediation: A neutral third party helps both sides reach a mutual agreement.
• Pretrial negotiations: Lawyers work directly with each party to settle issues before a trial.

Whenever possible, I prioritize these methods to keep co-parenting relationships intact. This approach often serves the best interests of the children by reducing conflict. However, I am a strong advocate who will litigate in court when a fair agreement is not possible.

Reach Out Today To Speak With Me

I provide the clear guidance and strong advocacy you will need when you have a legal concern. To schedule a completely confidential consultation, please call 563-214-0986 or send me an email.