Learn about the judicial system

• Read about state courts
• Learn how to use Small Claims Court

Look up laws & regulations

• Iowa constitution, code, administrative code & court rules
• Des Moines Municipal Code
• Cedar Rapids Municipal Code
• Davenport City Code
• Sioux City City Code
• Polk County Ordinances
• Linn County Code of Ordinances
• Look up ordinances for other cities

Locate nearby libraries

• Drake University Law Library
• Marvin A. Pomerantz Business Library

Legal Advice

• Use your local bar association's lawyer referral service
• Read Iowa State Bar Association's advice on locating an attorney
• Consider using local mediation and arbitration services
• Find pro bono legal help in your area