Legal Services at IowaCASA
IowaCASA provides free legal services to survivors of sexual violence. Attorney services are provided without charge. Our funding may allow us to cover court costs/fees for clients. IowaCASA is able to provide referrals to attorneys across the state who may offer legal services as well.
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IowaCASA has funding to help survivors of sexual violence. In general, IowaCASA can provide legal services to survivors of sexual violence who are 11 years old and older.
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Some legal services include:
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Title IX and other school-based sexual misconduct complaints,
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Sexual Assault Protective Orders (Iowa Chapter 236A),
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Elder abuse protection orders when the abuse is sexual,
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Consumer credit disputes or complaints,
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Housing issues,
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Employment issues (unemployment, discrimination),
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Medical claims, and
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Application for public benefits
If you do not know if you are eligible for services or if you have questions about what is offered, we encourage you to contact our legal department for more information by emailing us at legalintake@iowacasa.org.
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If you would like to speak with a member of the IowaCASA Legal Team about your options, please complete the form linked below.
Civil remedies exist for Iowans who have experienced sexual violence. As of July 1, 2017, someone who has experienced a sexual assault may petition the court for a sexual assault civil protective order. Sexual assault protective orders provide additional options and security that hadn't been possible up until this point.
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Based on your current situation, you may qualify for civil remedies in the state of Iowa. You may consult with an attorney or talk to an advocate about this option. An advocate is a a trained professional with knowledge about your options and resources. To find an advocate in your area, click here.
Meet IowaCASA's Legal Team
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Sonci Kingery
Staff Attorney
legal@iowacasa.org
Sonci assists survivors with navigating the administrative process in secondary and post-secondary educational settings, as well as certain civil legal processes. Sonci graduated from Wartburg College in 2007 with majors in psychology and sociology and a minor in Woman’s Studies. She graduated from Drake University Law School in 2012. She served as IowaCASA’s Rural SART coordinator in 2015 before spending time at a private practice in West Des Moines. Her areas of practice included family law (dissolutions, establishment of paternity, child support and visitation), residential landlord/tenant, consumer rights, employment, and guardianships.
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