How can I get a divorce from my wife when she won't grant me one?

You file an action for dissolution of marriage in Iowa. You can get it granted under Iowa law as long as you get her served.

Who do I contact if a wrongful death suit has been started, and I know lies are being told

You should talk personally with an attorney on a situation like this. This is very complex, and there are a lot of issues at play in what you say...

Sort of. Two points to make here. First, "issue" is a legal term that simply means lineal descendants. Second, ”per stirpes” is latin that...

Can a defendant ask a private citizen to represent him for a charge if he can't afford an attorney in Iowa?

If you are not an attorney, you cannot represent another individual.

Our uncle died and split his estate between step children and family. Can the will be broken?

Wills can be challenged only for specific legal reasons. You do not give enough information here for me to know whether you have met any of those...

Customer hasn't paid since '06-& he owes $5000, can I do small claims? How old can account be to file on?

This depends on a few things. What did you do for the customer? Did you have a contract? Was it an open account? Has the customer made any...

We have taken care of a child for two years because his family did not want him.

Have you legally set up a guardianship? If not, this is your best avenue to become the legal custodian of the child. If you have been caring for...

Can I get a order to have my boyfriend to continue paying rent of a house we share if i obtain a restraining order on him?

The Judge has authority to enter such an Order, and I have seen something similar to this being entered in conjunction with a restraining Order.

What are the statue of limitations on collecting on a civil judgement in Iowa?

Ten years, but it can be renewed.

How can we enforce our ingress and egress rights? My sister placed a lock and chain across the entrance so no one can enter.

The sheriff will likely do nothing because this is a civil issue. Do you have an easement? Was it specifically identified in the property transfer...