Muscatine Legal Services

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Family Law Attorney

1.6(9 Google reviews)

122 E 2nd St, Muscatine, IA 52761, United States

Information last updated October 16, 2026

Practice Areas

Social Security & Disability Bankruptcy Criminal Defense Family Law

About Muscatine Legal Services

Muscatine Legal Services (MLS) is a private, non-profit corporation established in 1971. The firm is dedicated to providing quality legal assistance to low-income residents of Muscatine County, aiming to ensure equal access to justice regardless of a client's ability to pay. MLS operates independently, receiving no Federal or State funding, and relies on support from organizations such as the United Way of Muscatine, Muscatine County, Muscatine Charities, the Iowa Lawyer Trust Account (IOLTA) Commission, and the One Gift Program.

Services are available to Muscatine County residents whose income falls below 300% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines, with occasional exceptions for cases occurring within Muscatine. The firm handles a range of civil matters, including family law, guardianship, conservatorship, unemployment and social security claims, landlord-tenant disputes, and consumer complaints. Additionally, MLS accepts court-appointed cases, representing defendants in criminal misdemeanor cases and children involved in Children in Need of Assistance (CINA) or juvenile delinquency proceedings.

MLS also offers a Domestic Violence Victim Assistance program, partnering with Family Resources to provide free representation for restraining orders and no-cost assistance in divorce and custody actions for qualifying victims. Civil clients are charged a minimal attorney fee, ranging from $300.00 to $1,100.00 based on household income and size, in addition to court costs and service fees. The firm is governed by a board of seven community volunteers.

From the firm’s website

Services listed: Dissolution of Marriage, Child Custody, Actions for Child Support, Paternity Actions, Family Law Matters, Guardianship or Conservatorship, Unemployment Claims, Social Security Claims, Landlord-tenant disputes, Consumer Complaints, Criminal misdemeanor cases, Children in need of assistance (CINA)
Founded: 1971
Fees: MLS charges civil clients a minimal attorney fee, ranging from $300.00 to $1,100.00 depending on household income and size, with clients also responsible for court costs and service fees.
Offices: 122 East 2nd Street Muscatine, Iowa 52761
Awards & recognition: Gold Award recipient agency of the United Way

Source: muscatinelegal.com · checked October 16, 2026. Lawyers Near Me hasn’t independently verified these details.

Hours of Operation

Monday: 8 am–4:30 pm
Tuesday: 8 am–4:30 pm
Wednesday: 8 am–4:30 pm
Thursday: 8 am–4:30 pm
Friday: 8 am–4:30 pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Details & Amenities

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible car parkWheelchair-accessible toilet

Muscatine Legal Services — Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Muscatine Legal Services located?+

Muscatine Legal Services is located at 122 E 2nd St, Muscatine, IA 52761, United States. Use the "Get Directions" link on this page to navigate there.

What kind of cases does Muscatine Legal Services handle?+

Muscatine Legal Services handles Social Security & Disability, Bankruptcy, Criminal Defense, Family Law. Confirm that they cover your specific legal matter during your first consultation.

How do I contact Muscatine Legal Services?+

Call Muscatine Legal Services at +1 563-263-8663 or visit their website. Many firms offer a free or low-cost initial consultation.

Is Muscatine Legal Services well rated?+

Muscatine Legal Services has a 1.6-star rating based on 9 Google reviews. Ratings are sourced from Google and shown for reference.

Client Reviews

5 reviews

Steven Marshman· via Google
2 years ago
oscar cardona· via Google
When they take your case they do a good job. I was satisfied.
Edited 7 years ago
jose tapia· via Google
Paid to get represented for unemployment and discouraged and told not to appeal it so filed myself and won without them.
4 years ago
Katelyn Welsch· via Google
if your looking to win a custody battle don't choose this place you'll loose they will tell you i told you so and be done with you pretty much
3 years ago
Lisa Weber· via Google
I called for legal advice on something that has already happened. When I asked if I could get some advice, I was told to call the initial lawyer. There is obviously a reason I'm reaching out elsewhere and I asked if they were a lawyer and she came back with a snide remark. I just wanted to be sure it wasn't a legal aid type place that we wouldn't qualify for and she was straight nasty! If you are in need of real advice, this is NOT the place to call!!!!
2 months ago