Free legal information, aid organizations, and court resources for residents of Iowa. Know your rights and find help.
Provides free civil legal services to low-income Iowans statewide in housing, family law, consumer, and public benefits matters.
Visit Website →Connects low-income residents with volunteer attorneys for pro bono legal assistance.
Visit Website →Offers free tax-related legal assistance to low-income Iowans in disputes with the IRS.
Visit Website →Provides free civil legal services to low-income Iowans statewide in housing, family, consumer, and benefits matters.
Visit Website →Connects low-income residents with volunteer attorneys for pro bono legal assistance.
Visit Website →The Supreme Court of Iowa is the court of last resort with seven justices. The Court of Appeals handles intermediate appeals with nine judges. District Courts serve as the trial courts of general jurisdiction across eight judicial districts. Small Claims Courts handle disputes under $6,500.
Comprehensive rental law under Iowa Code Chapter 562A covering security deposits (two months' max), habitability, and eviction procedures.
Prohibits discrimination in employment, housing, public accommodations, education, and credit based on extensive protected categories.
Prohibits fraud, false advertising, and deceptive trade practices under Chapter 714.16 with private right of action.
Provides benefits for workers injured on the job including medical treatment, disability payments, and vocational rehabilitation.
Comprehensive anti-discrimination law covering employment, housing, public accommodations, education, and credit.
Governs rental relationships under Iowa Code Chapter 562A, with security deposit limits and habitability requirements.
24/7 confidential support
1-800-799-7233
Statewide domestic violence support
1-800-942-0333
Call or text 988 for crisis support
988
Iowa continues transitioning to a 3.9% flat income tax rate, with full implementation phased over several years.
Enhanced state tax credits for child care expenses, supporting working families in Iowa.
Statute of Limitations: 2 years
This is the maximum time after an event within which you may file a lawsuit. Missing this deadline typically means losing your right to sue.
Statute of Limitations: 5 years (oral) / 10 years (written)
This is the maximum time after an event within which you may file a lawsuit. Missing this deadline typically means losing your right to sue.
Statute of Limitations: 5 years
This is the maximum time after an event within which you may file a lawsuit. Missing this deadline typically means losing your right to sue.
Statute of Limitations: 2 years
This is the maximum time after an event within which you may file a lawsuit. Missing this deadline typically means losing your right to sue.
Statute of Limitations: 5 years
This is the maximum time after an event within which you may file a lawsuit. Missing this deadline typically means losing your right to sue.
Typical filing fee: $95 (claims up to $6,500)
Small claims court is designed for individuals to resolve minor disputes quickly and affordably without an attorney.
Typical filing fee: $200-$350
Civil court handles larger disputes including personal injury, contract breaches, and property claims. Attorney representation is common.
Typical filing fee: $200-$265
Family court handles divorce, custody, child support, adoption, and domestic violence matters. Fee waivers are often available for low-income filers.
Statewide free civil legal services for low-income Iowans in housing, family, consumer, and public benefits matters.
Visit Website →Free legal help specifically for Iowa residents age 60 and older.
Visit Website →Legal advocacy and resources for domestic violence survivors across Iowa.
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