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Showing 16 bankruptcy lawyers in Iowa City, IA
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Fitzgerald, Klesner, & Pavelich, PLC
373 Scott Ct STE B, Iowa City, IA 52244
(319) 320-4569
iclawfirm.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
Iowa Legal Aid - Iowa City
125 S Dubuque St Suite 4A, Iowa City, IA 52240
(800) 532-1503
iowalegalaid.org
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
Kennedy Law Firm PC
920 S Dubuque St, Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 351-8181
kennedylawyers.com
O'Flaherty Law of Iowa City
535 Highland Ave Ste. A, Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 500-4064
oflaherty-law.com
Steven G. Klesner
373 Scott Ct STE B, Iowa City, IA 52245
(319) 338-9852
iclawfirm.com
Kennedy Law Firm
920 S Dubuque St, Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 351-8181
kennedylawyers.com
Iowa City Legal Connection
136 S Dubuque St, Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 343-1610
iowacitylegal.com
Michael W. Kennedy
920 S Dubuque St, Iowa City, IA 52244
(319) 351-8181
kennedylawyers.com
Phelan Tucker Mullen Walker Tucker Gelman Laws Office
321 E Market St, Iowa City, IA 52245
(319) 354-1104
phelantuckerlaw.com
Grady Timothy S
222 S Linn St, Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 338-7551
lefflaw.com
Bradley & Riley PC
404 E College St, Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 358-5561
bradleyriley.com
What Does a Bankruptcy Lawyer in Iowa City Cost?
Typical costs for a bankruptcy lawyer in Iowa City range from 1200 to 2500 dollars for a Chapter 7 case and from 3000 to 5000 dollars for a Chapter 13 case. These fees cover court filing costs of about 338 dollars for Chapter 7 and 313 dollars for Chapter 13. Costs vary based on case complexity and attorney experience. 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 are the income limits for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in Iowa City?
To qualify for Chapter 7 in Iowa you must pass the means test which compares your income to the median income for an Iowa household of your size. For a single person the median income is around 60000 dollars as of 2024 but this amount changes periodically. A lawyer can help calculate if your income is below the threshold.
How long does a bankruptcy case take in Iowa City?
A Chapter 7 case typically takes three to four months from filing to discharge. Chapter 13 cases last three to five years while you make a court approved repayment plan. The process includes a meeting of creditors held in Cedar Rapids or via video conference for Iowa City filers.
What property can I keep if I file bankruptcy in Iowa?
Iowa law allows you to exempt certain property including up to 10000 dollars of home equity for a single person and up to 20000 for a married couple. You can also exempt one motor vehicle up to 7000 dollars and household goods up to 10000 dollars. Other exemptions apply for tools of trade and retirement accounts.