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20 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Iowa City, IA
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Showing 20 civil litigation lawyers in Iowa City, IA
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Farnsworth Law PLC
103 E College St # 209, Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 333-1869 farnslaw.com
Adam Pollack, Attorney At Law
1129 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA 52245
(319) 338-1633 adampollacklaw.com
Fitzgerald, Klesner, & Pavelich, PLC
373 Scott Ct STE B, Iowa City, IA 52244
(319) 320-4569 iclawfirm.com
Thompson Law Office
308 E Burlington St #147, Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 820-0444 thompsonjustice.com
Hoefer Flaming PLLC (Hoefer Law Firm)
Eastdale Plaza, 1700 S 1st Ave UNIT 11, Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 338-5343 hoeferlaw.com
Keegan, Tindal & Jaeger
319 E Bloomington St, Iowa City, IA 52245
(319) 499-5524 keeganlegal.com
Iowa Legal Aid - Iowa City
125 S Dubuque St Suite 4A, Iowa City, IA 52240
(800) 532-1503 iowalegalaid.org
Phelan Tucker Law LLP
321 E Market St, Iowa City, IA 52245
(319) 354-1104 phelantuckerlaw.com
Leff Law Firm
222 S Linn St, Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 338-7551 lefflaw.com
Neuzil Sanderson & Sigafoose Pc
119 Wright St, Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 337-3167 neuzillaw1.com
Kennedy Law Firm PC
920 S Dubuque St, Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 351-8181 kennedylawyers.com
O'Flaherty Law of Iowa City
535 Highland Ave Ste. A, Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 500-4064 oflaherty-law.com
Mears Law Office
209 E Washington St Suite 207, Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 351-4363
Nierman ADR - Commercial Mediation and Arbitration
Civil litigation lawyers in Iowa City handle disputes between individuals and businesses in state and federal courts. These cases often involve contract disagreements, property disputes, or personal injury claims filed in Johnson County District Court. Iowa law requires most civil claims to be filed within two to five years depending on the type of case, so it is important to act promptly.
What Does a Civil Litigation Lawyer in Iowa City Cost?
Civil litigation lawyers in Iowa City typically charge between $250 and $450 per hour. Many lawyers require a retainer of $2,500 to $10,000 for a contested case. Some attorneys offer flat fees for simple matters like small claims or uncontested divorces. Contingency fees are common in personal injury cases, usually 33 to 40 percent of any recovery. This is general information and not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of cases does a civil litigation lawyer handle in Iowa City?
Common cases include breach of contract, real estate disputes, landlord-tenant issues, and personal injury claims. Lawyers also handle business partnership disagreements and construction defect cases in Johnson County.
How long do I have to file a civil lawsuit in Iowa?
Iowa Code section 614.1 sets different deadlines. For written contracts, you have 10 years. For oral contracts and most personal injury claims, you have 2 years. Property damage claims must be filed within 5 years.
Where are civil cases heard in Iowa City?
Most civil cases are filed in the Johnson County District Court located at 417 South Clinton Street. Small claims cases under $7,500 are heard in the magistrate division of the same courthouse.
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