Legal Question in Family Law in Iowa

Forma Pauperis

I plan to represent myself ''Pro Se'' in filing for joint custody in Pottawatomie County, Iowa. There is a $100 court fee to start the process. So I also plan to file a petition in ''forma pauperis'' to remove my court fees, especially the initial fee, if I qualify. The sample form I have found online has a ''Petitioner'' and ''Respondent'' section, and ''case number'' that I won't have until after I file for custody. So do I file the in ''forma pauperis'' petition before I file the petition for joint custody or at the same time? Thank you.


Asked on 3/24/09, 6:59 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Robert Luedeman solo practitioner

Re: Forma Pauperis

I'd file them both at the same time-but be prepared to cough up the $100 if they deny it.

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Answered on 3/24/09, 8:26 pm


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