Litigation & Municipal Law
Experienced Legal Counsel for Cities, Townships, and Public Entities.
Skinner Law Office provides trusted legal representation to municipalities and public boards across eastern Polk County, western Jasper County, and the surrounding region. Our attorneys understand the legal, political, and practical challenges facing local governments—and we offer responsive, informed support to help you operate effectively, lawfully, and in the public interest.
City & Township Counsel
We advise municipal clients on day-to-day legal matters including meeting procedures, ordinance drafting, land use issues, and policy compliance. Our firm serves as general counsel or special counsel depending on your needs.
Zoning, Land Use & Development
We help city councils and zoning boards navigate development approvals, variances, conditional use permits, and annexation matters. Our attorneys understand the legal balance between growth and community character.
Public Meetings & Open Records
We provide guidance on the Iowa Open Meetings and Open Records Acts, helping public officials stay compliant while conducting business transparently.
Intergovernmental Agreements & Policy Review
We review contracts, joint powers agreements, and service arrangements between public entities, ensuring legality and efficiency across jurisdictions.
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
We represent municipalities in litigation, including property disputes, ordinance enforcement, and employment matters. We aim to resolve issues efficiently and with minimal disruption to city operations.
Zoning, Land Use & Development
We help city councils and zoning boards navigate development approvals, variances, conditional use permits, and annexation matters. Our attorneys understand the legal balance between growth and community character.
Public Meetings & Open Records
We provide guidance on the Iowa Open Meetings and Open Records Acts, helping public officials stay compliant while conducting business transparently.
Intergovernmental Agreements & Policy Review
We review contracts, joint powers agreements, and service arrangements between public entities, ensuring legality and efficiency across jurisdictions.
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
We represent municipalities in litigation, including property disputes, ordinance enforcement, and employment matters. We aim to resolve issues efficiently and with minimal disruption to city operations.
Intergovernmental Agreements & Policy Review
We review contracts, joint powers agreements, and service arrangements between public entities, ensuring legality and efficiency across jurisdictions.
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
We represent municipalities in litigation, including property disputes, ordinance enforcement, and employment matters. We aim to resolve issues efficiently and with minimal disruption to city operations.
Legal Support for Iowa Municipalities–If your city, board, or commission needs reliable legal guidance, we’re ready to help.
Community-Focused Counsel
We live and work in the communities we serve. Our local knowledge informs everything from policy interpretation to public engagement.
Responsive & Accessible
Municipalities count on us for quick turnaround, clear communication, and availability when issues arise.
Multi-Disciplinary Perspective
Our experience across real estate, governance, business law, and litigation gives us the tools to address a wide range of public sector needs.