Legal Advice
Talk to an attorney, if possible, before taking legal action to learn about your legal rights and options. If you are unsure whether you should use information on this website, talk to a lawyer who is licensed to practice law in Iowa.
Questions about Forms
If you have questions about what type of case to file, what forms to use, or how to complete forms, you must consult with an attorney.
Common Requests
Review this list to determine who can help you. Court staff can provide you with information, not legal advice. They have been instructed not to answer questions if they do not know the answer and may refer you to other resources to assist you in getting the information you need.
Topic |
Clerk of Court |
Technical Help Desk |
Your Attorney |
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Reset your password |
Yes |
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Help you change your personal information |
Yes |
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Look up your username |
Yes |
Yes |
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Explain how to obtain a refund for rejected filings |
Yes |
Yes |
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Find specific forms, user guides, and instructions on the website |
Yes |
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Assist with filing questions |
Yes |
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Explain how to request to be excused from electronic filing |
Yes |
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Yes |
Give you court-approved forms (forms might not be available for all legal problems) |
Yes |
Yes |
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Provide information on a court case, as allowed by law |
Yes |
Yes |
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Give you general information on court rules, procedures, and local court practices |
Yes |
Yes |
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Help you fill out forms |
Sometimes |
Yes |
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Give you information about your court date |
Yes |
Yes |
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Give you information on how to schedule a hearing |
Yes |
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Advise you whether you should file a case or whether you should take any particular action in a case |
Yes |
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Give you legal advice |
Yes |
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Tell you what to say in court |
Yes |
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Tell you what a judge might do |
Yes |
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Tell you what form you need |
Yes |
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Assist with technical issues |
Yes |
How to Contact
Clerks of Court: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Directory of Clerks of Court
Find a Lawyer: Iowa Find-A-Lawyer website
Technical Help Desk: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Contact Information