Initial Civil Appeals: Iowa | Practical Law

Initial Civil Appeals: Iowa | Practical Law

A Q&A guide to appealing from a trial court of general jurisdiction in Iowa. This Q&A addresses starting an appeal (as of right or by permission), obtaining a stay pending appeal, completing preliminary requirements (like mediation), submitting a factual record or appendix, briefing the appeal, arguing the appeal, and requesting rehearing. Answers can be compared across a number of jurisdictions (see Initial Civil Appeals: State Q&A Tool).

Initial Civil Appeals: Iowa

Practical Law State Q&A w-000-2008 (Approx. 20 pages)

Initial Civil Appeals: Iowa

by Lance W. Lange and Amber D. Crow, Faegre, Drinker, Biddle & Reath LLP, with Practical Law Litigation
Law stated as of 17 Oct 2023 • Iowa, United States
A Q&A guide to appealing from a trial court of general jurisdiction in Iowa. This Q&A addresses starting an appeal (as of right or by permission), obtaining a stay pending appeal, completing preliminary requirements (like mediation), submitting a factual record or appendix, briefing the appeal, arguing the appeal, and requesting rehearing. Answers can be compared across a number of jurisdictions (see Initial Civil Appeals: State Q&A Tool).
Following the suspension or modification of nonessential judicial functions in 2020 due to COVID-19, Iowa courts have resumed most operations, but local courts may impose special rules impacting some litigation (such as remote proceedings). Check Iowa Judicial Branch COVID-19 Information and Updates for the latest developments in this jurisdiction, including guidance on the resumption and prioritization of in-person court services.