IowaCASA will be closing in the coming weeks and the legal program will terminate as of March 31, 2026.
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Many conversations have been had and much thought has been put into what the next couple of months will look like for the legal program at IowaCASA. Based on those conversations, as well as the current caseload, the difficult decision has been made to cease accepting referrals effective immediately.
Referrals received before January 9, 2026 will be processed as normal but may not be accepted for representation.
Referrals received after January 9, 2026 will receive a response informing the survivor of IowaCASA’s pending closure and offering information on resources.
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This decision, although difficult, will allow the legal program to wrap up cases in a trauma-informed and ethical manner.
Current clients will be contacted to discuss plans for either resolving their case with IowaCASA or finding possible referrals for them.
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The legal program at IowaCASA will officially end on March 31, 2026. For any questions regarding the legal program, please contact Mary (mary@iowacasa.org) or Johna (johna@iowacasa.org).
Resources to Find Legal Assistance:
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.
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Attorney Referrals
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Polk County Volunteer Lawyers Project (Polk Co. clients only)
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Story County Legal Aid (Story Co. clients only)
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Iowa Migrant Movement for Justice (immigration clients only)
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List of immigration attorneys and legal resources in Iowa (from IMMJ)
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Drake University Law School Legal Clinics (Polk Co. clients only)
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University of Iowa College of Law clinics (Geographic limits)
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Iowa State Bar Association Find-A-Lawyer search (private-pay attorneys)
