Fight Protective Order

Summary

To fight a temporary protective order in Iowa, prepare and file a written response with the court, gather evidence proving innocence, and consult a lawyer for proper representation. If legal aid is not an option, use the Iowa State Bar Associations Find-A-Lawyer service to find a family law attorney.

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Need to help my nephew fight a temporary protective order
Sure, I can provide general guidance on this issue. However, to give you more accurate information, I would need to know the location where the order was issued. Can you please provide that?
Iowa
Hello Karri, in Iowa, to fight a temporary protective order:
- A written response should be prepared and filed with the court.
- Evidence proving innocence, like text messages, emails, or eyewitness accounts, should be gathered.
- A lawyer should be consulted for proper representation.
Need help to find a lawyer
Sure Karri, you can find a lawyer through:
- The Iowa State Bar Association's "Find-A-Lawyer" service
- Legal aid organizations in Iowa
- Online lawyer directories. Please ensure you choose one specializing in family law.
Legal aid is not an option they said no
In that case, Karri, you might consider contacting the Iowa State Bar Association's "Find-A-Lawyer" service. They can help you find a lawyer specializing in family law who can assist with your nephew's case.