Divorce & Financial Mediation
A clear, steady path forward.
Collaborative divorce mediation for Iowa couples — a faster, more affordable alternative to a courtroom battle, guided by a Certified Mediator and Divorce Financial Analyst.
Our Services
How We Can Help
Divorce Mediation
A neutral, structured process to resolve parenting time, property, and support together — not through opposing attorneys.
Learn moreCDFA Financial Analysis
A clear breakdown of retirement accounts, real estate, debt, and cash flow before any agreement is signed.
Learn moreCollaborative Divorce Support
Neutral financial guidance as part of an Iowa collaborative divorce team, working alongside attorneys and coaches.
Learn moreOur Process
How It Works
01
Reach Out
Send a message or call to start the conversation. No commitment, no pressure.
02
Initial Consultation
A conversation about your situation, your goals, and whether mediation is the right fit for both of you.
03
Mediation Sessions
Structured sessions working through property, parenting, and finances — most couples finish in three to six sessions.
04
Finalize the Agreement
Once you both agree, the terms are documented and submitted for the court's approval.
Serving Iowa
Serving Des Moines and All of Iowa
Under Iowa Code §598.7, courts can order mediation directly — and many couples choose it voluntarily. Iowa mediation settles roughly 75% of the time without ever requiring a trial, typically in three to six sessions.
Meet Bailey
A Certified Mediator and collaboratively trained CDFA, Bailey guides Iowa couples through mediation with a steady, practical approach grounded in real financial clarity.
Meet BaileyCommon Questions
Is divorce mediation legally binding in Iowa?
Once both spouses sign the final agreement and it's approved by the court, yes — it becomes a legally binding part of your divorce decree, the same as if a judge had ordered it.
How much does mediation cost compared to hiring separate lawyers?
Most Iowa mediations run a few thousand dollars total, split between both spouses — a fraction of the tens of thousands a contested courtroom divorce with separate attorneys typically costs.
How long does the process take?
Most couples resolve everything in three to six sessions — often just a matter of weeks, not the months or years a litigated divorce can take.