Terms Used In Iowa Code 651.7

  • Counterclaim: A claim that a defendant makes against a plaintiff.
  • Lien: A claim against real or personal property in satisfaction of a debt.
  • property: includes personal and real property. See Iowa Code 4.1
651.7 Joinder and counterclaim.
A party may perfect or quiet title to property that is subject to a partition petition or request adjudication of a right of a party as to any matter originating from or connected to the property, including a lien between any parties. Except as permitted by this section, a joinder of any other claim to a partition petition shall not be permitted. A counterclaim to a partition petition shall not be permitted.
2018 Acts, ch 1108, §7