FAQs
What is the income limit for to qualify for help? Our income limits are based on 125% of the poverty level. Here's why: Iowa Legal Aid receives funding from the national Legal Services Corporation and other sources.
How to get free legal advice in Iowa? ›
Iowa Legal Aid provides free legal advice and representation on civil matters to low-income Iowans. Iowans can apply for services online at https://www.iowalegalaid.org or by calling 1-800-532-1275 Monday-Friday from 9-11 a.m. or 1:30-3:30 p.m. Iowa Legal Aid staff members are working remotely.
Who is the director of the Iowa Legal Aid? ›
Nick Smithberg - Executive Director - Iowa Legal Aid | LinkedIn.
How do I contact Iowa Legal Aid? ›
To find out if you may be able to get free legal assistance, please call Iowa Legal Aid at 1-800-532-1275. Hours for telephone intake are Monday-Friday from 9 to 11 am or from 1:30 to 3:30 pm, except Thursday afternoon. Offices are open 8:30 to 4:30 (emergencies taken when open).
What is considered low income for a single person in Iowa? ›
Living Wage Calculation for Iowa
| 1 ADULT |
|---|
| 0 Children | 2 Children |
|---|
| Living Wage | $20.04 | $45.54 |
| Poverty Wage | $7.24 | $12.41 |
| Minimum Wage | $7.25 | $7.25 |
Iowa Legal Aid provides free civil legal assistance and does not charge our clients for legal services. Click below to find out how to apply for legal help.
What is the 24 hour legal aid hotline in Washington state? ›
Call toll-free at 1-888-201-1014 - if you are under 60 and low-income. King County residents should call 206-464-1519 for information and referral. If you are over 60 at any income level call CLEAR toll-free at 1-888-387-7111.
What is Illinois legal aid online? ›
We give people 24/7 tools in three languages and plain-language, so families can understand and assert their legal rights. ILAO helps people, who are unable to find or afford attorneys, overcome the barriers that keep them from getting justice.
Who is the state attorney for Iowa? ›
In November 2022, Iowans elected Brenna Bird to be their next Attorney General – the first Republican to hold the office since 1979.
Does Bryan Kohberger have a lawyer? ›
On April 4, Kohberger's attorney, Anne Taylor, filed a motion with the state requesting that the court issue an order requiring "discovery requests and responses submitted by the Defense and the State under seal for the pendency of the case."
His attorney Anne Taylor filed a motion with the prosecution on 4 April requesting that discovery requests be placed under seal because “the documents contain facts or statements that might threaten or endanger the life or safety of individuals”.
Who can use Iowa legal aid? ›
Iowa Legal Aid is a not-for-profit organization providing critical legal assistance to low-income and vulnerable Iowans who have nowhere else to turn. Along with volunteer lawyers throughout the state, Iowa Legal Aid helps the legal system work for those who cannot afford help with legal issues.
What is the legal hotline for older Iowans? ›
Contact the Legal Hotline for Older Iowans at 1-800-992-8161 for advice about your specific situation. Iowa Legal Aid provides help to low-income Iowans.
How do I contact the Iowa Bar Association? ›
Contact isba@iowabar.org or 515-697-7870 with any questions.
What is the income guidelines for Iowa Medicaid? ›
Medical
| Family Size | Family's Yearly Countable Income: Medicaid | Family's Yearly Countable Income: Hawki |
|---|
| 1 | Up to $25,151 | $25,152 to $27,419 |
| 2 | Up to $34,139 | $34,140 to $37,211 |
| 3 | Up to $43,128 | $43,129 to $47,003 |
| 4 | Up to $52,103 | $52,104 to $56,783 |
5 more rowsSNAP Income Limits—Oct. 1, 2023 through Sept. 30, 2024
| Household Size | Gross monthly income (130% of poverty) | Net monthly income (100% of poverty) |
|---|
| 2 | $2,137 | $1,644 |
| 3 | $2,694 | $2,072 |
| 4 | $3,250 | $2,500 |
| Each additional member | +$557 | +$429 |
1 more rowAsset Limits and Considerations for Medicaid in Iowa
Medicaid also imposes limits on the assets you can own while remaining eligible for benefits. In Iowa, for a single individual, this limit is $2,000. For couples, if one spouse is applying for Medicaid, the limit is $3,000. However, these are countable assets.
