Finding a Divorce Mediator in Iowa

There are professional mediators who earn their living by providing divorcing couples mediation services on all issues. These professionals can be invaluable in helping couples resolve property and support issues but also will assist with custody and visitation disputes. Divorce attorneys and family counselors can often refer families to professional family law mediators. Psychologists, family counselors and social workers may also offer such services.

The Iowa Supreme Court has established a dispute resolution program in family law cases that includes opportunities for mediation and settlement conferences. Any judicial district can implement such a program, subject to the rules prescribed by the supreme court. The supreme court sets the rules for mediation programs, including when district courts can order participation in mediation. Either the parties or the court can choose the mediator. The supreme court prescribes qualifications for mediators, which include ethical standards the mediators must observe. Unlike some states, mediators in Iowa are not required to be licensed to practice any particular profession.

(IA 598.7)

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