Business Details
Your Trusted Family Law Attorney in West Des Moines
As an experienced family law attorney serving West Des Moines, Iowa, I specialize in guiding clients through complex legal matters including divorce, child custody, and child support. With extensive experience in mediation and courtroom advocacy, I prioritize helping clients resolve disputes efficiently while minimizing emotional and financial strain. My practice emphasizes personalized solutions tailored to each family's unique circumstances, offering free initial consultations to discuss options. I am committed to providing clear legal guidance and advocating for fair outcomes that protect clients' rights and interests throughout the process. 
Services
Divorce
Child Custody
Child Support
Family Law Mediator
Parenting Coordinator
Highlights and features
- We offer free initial consultations to discuss your family law needs
- Our practice emphasizes mediation to reduce conflict and legal costs
- We provide personalized legal strategies tailored to your unique situation
- Our attorney has extensive experience in Iowa family court proceedings
- We prioritize clear communication and active client involvement throughout the process
Services
Divorce
Guiding Iowa clients through divorce proceedings with compassionate legal representation. Specializing in both contested and uncontested cases, we help resolve property division, spousal support, and other critical matters. Our approach prioritizes mediation to reduce conflict while ensuring fair outcomes in court when necessary.
Child Custody
Navigating Iowa's child custody laws to establish arrangements that serve children's best interests. We handle sole custody, joint custody, and shared care agreements, focusing on creating stable environments while protecting parental rights throughout the legal process.
Child Support
Calculating and negotiating child support payments according to Iowa guidelines. Our services include financial analysis, court documentation preparation, and advocacy to ensure fair support arrangements that meet legal requirements while considering each family's unique circumstances.
Family Law Mediator
Providing neutral mediation services to resolve family law disputes outside of court. As certified mediators, we facilitate constructive discussions about divorce terms, custody arrangements, and financial matters to help parties reach mutually acceptable agreements efficiently.
Parenting Coordinator
Assisting high-conflict parents in developing effective co-parenting strategies post-divorce. We create detailed parenting plans, facilitate communication, and help resolve ongoing disputes to ensure children's needs remain the priority while maintaining legal compliance.
People
David Kozlowski
Attorney at Law
Experienced Iowa family law attorney specializing in divorce, child custody, and mediation. Certified mediator with decades of courtroom experience helping families navigate legal challenges while prioritizing conflict resolution and client advocacy.
Questions
What family law services do you offer?
We specialize in divorce, child custody, child support, mediation, and parenting coordination services for Iowa families navigating legal transitions.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide complimentary initial consultations to discuss your family law needs and explore potential solutions.
How does Iowa handle child custody?
Iowa recognizes three custodial arrangements: sole custody, joint custody with primary care, and shared care. We help clients understand and navigate these options.
Can you help with divorce mediation?
Yes, we offer mediation services to help couples resolve disputes amicably and cost-effectively outside of court.
What are your office hours?
Our office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with evening appointments available upon request.
How is child support calculated in Iowa?
Child support calculations consider both parents' incomes, deductions, and the Iowa Child Support Guidelines to determine fair financial obligations.
