by Sue Orhon | Jun 2, 2026 | Client Success Stories, Stories
Iowa Legal Aid represented Natasha, a domestic abuse survivor, and her five children through our Waterloo Regional Office as she sought to extend a domestic abuse protection order and begin the process of safely ending her marriage. Although separated in 2023, the... 
by Sue Orhon | Jun 2, 2026 | Client Success Stories, Stories
Iowa Legal Aid represented “Ryan,” a man with a serious mental illness who has received social security income (SSI) since childhood. Ryan’s mother, “Kristan,” serves as his representative payee and helped communicate with the legal team throughout the case. Ryan’s... 
by Sue Orhon | Mar 24, 2026 | Client Success Stories
Iowa Legal Aid assisted “Michael,” an Iowa homeowner whose roof was severely damaged during the 2020 Iowa derecho, leading to a complex storm damage insurance claim and insurance dispute in Iowa. After the storm, Michael’s homeowners insurance initially approved full... 
by Artillery | Oct 25, 2024 | Client Success Stories
Dennis and Pricilla’s Fight Dennis and Pricilla moved to western Iowa from California in 2007, buying a home before their California house sold. On a fixed income and helping their daughter through a medical crisis, they fell behind financially. Though they owned... 
by Artillery | Oct 24, 2024 | Client Success Stories
Molly Finds Peace Again Molly faced a challenge common to many seniors: her husband’s health was failing, and he needed long-term care. Unsure how to afford it while supporting herself, she was overwhelmed by confusing and conflicting information. Iowa Legal Aid,... 
by Artillery | Oct 24, 2024 | Client Success Stories
Justice for Tammy’s Family Tammy first connected with Iowa Legal Aid through the Community Schools Project for help with employment. But as her story unfolded, it became clear she and her children were experiencing serious abuse at home. Her three daughters were...