Legal Resources
People have a right to represent themselves in legal matters. Whether they should is a different matter.
Lawyers are trained in the law and can provide you with advice and assistance gained from years of practice and continuing education. Some general information is available online, including basic legal forms. However, remember: Only a lawyer is allowed to provide you with legal advice, which includes helping you fill out forms.
Some Iowa lawyers offer Limited Scope Representation. Lawyers who provide Limited Scope Representation may help with part of a case but not all of a case.
The Iowa Legal Aid’s website provides information about getting help from a lawyer with part of your case, but not all of the case. You also can search the ISBA's Find-A-Lawyer directory of lawyers who may provide this kind of representation.
For court matters, all Iowa counties now require electronic filing ("e-filing") of documents. If you want to file your own case, you should contact your local clerk of court.
Legal Forms
Please note several of these forms available are provided by the ISBA as a courtesy to the public and several others are located on third-party websites. These are not the property of the ISBA.
Legal Forms
Ask an Attorney Videos
The Iowa State Bar Association's Ask an Attorney library consists of short form videos dedicated to further educating the public on some of the most common legal issues Iowans encounter. From wills and estates, divorce, child custody, and car accidents to workers' compensation, intellectual property, and contracts, the Ask and Attorney library may just have the information you're looking for.
Ask an Attorney
ISBA Guides and Handbooks
The ISBA offers a comprehensive collection of guides and handbooks developed by Iowa legal professionals for Iowa legal professionals. Whether you're just starting out or have years of experience, these resources provide practical guidance, procedural insight, and up-to-date information to support your practice. Designed to enhance your understanding of Iowa law and assist across a variety of practice areas, these tools are valuable at every stage of your legal career.
Guides and Handbooks
Additional Resources
Legal Hotline for Older Iowans
