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Find Medical Malpractice Lawyers Near You in Iowa City, IA
Looking for a medical malpractice lawyer in Iowa City? Review the directory below to compare your options.
18 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Iowa City, IA
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Showing 18 medical malpractice 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
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
Malott Law, PLC
1934 Boyrum St, Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 358-1900 malottlawfirm.com
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
Mears Law Office
209 E Washington St Suite 207, Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 351-4363
Nierman ADR - Commercial Mediation and Arbitration
Medical malpractice lawyers in Iowa City help patients who have been harmed by negligent medical care. Iowa law requires you to file a claim within two years of the injury or within six years of the act, whichever comes first. These attorneys can guide you through the complex process of proving a healthcare provider failed to meet the standard of care.
What Does a Medical Malpractice Lawyer in Iowa City Cost?
Medical malpractice lawyers in Iowa typically work on a contingency fee basis, meaning they take a percentage of your recovery if you win. This percentage often ranges from 33% to 40% of the settlement or verdict. You may also be responsible for case costs such as expert witness fees and court filing fees. This is general information, 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 is the time limit to file a medical malpractice lawsuit in Iowa City?
In Iowa, you generally have two years from the date you discovered or should have discovered the injury to file a lawsuit. There is also a six-year statute of repose from the date of the alleged malpractice. Exceptions may apply for minors or foreign objects left in the body.
Do I need a certificate of merit to file a medical malpractice claim in Iowa?
Yes, Iowa law requires your attorney to file a certificate of merit within 60 days of the defendant's answer. This certificate must state that a qualified expert has reviewed the case and believes there is a reasonable basis for the claim.
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