The Iowa Financial Affidavit and Application for Appointment of Counsel (28.90 KB) is a legal form used in the state of Iowa for family law cases. It is a tool used by the court to determine the financial status of each party involved in the case, and whether one party is eligible for court-appointed counsel. The affidavit consists of two parts: the Financial Affidavit and the Application for Appointment of Counsel. The Financial Affidavit requires parties to provide information related to their income, assets, liabilities, and other financial matters. It includes detailed questions about the party's income and expenses, as well as information on their employment status, bank accounts, and real property ownership. The Application for Appointment of Counsel requires parties to provide information about their financial resources, as well as an explanation of why they are not able to afford an attorney. This includes a detailed explanation of the party's financial situation, as well as any other relevant information. The application also requires parties to indicate whether they have applied for legal aid or other sources of assistance. There are two types of Iowa Financial Affidavit and Application for Appointment of Counsel: one for individuals and one for couples. Both forms include the same sections, but the individual form requires more detailed information about the party's financial resources.