From May 8–10, all legal practitioners in Iowa are invited to attend the Bench-Bar Conference – a casual conference assembled to celebrate the legal profession in the state. If you’ve never been, there’s no better way to experience the connection between Iowa’s judges and lawyers than the Bench-Bar Conference. Held biennially, this popular event provides attendees with a balanced mix of informative CLE sessions and memorable networking opportunities. This popular ISBA event will take place at the DoubleTree by Hilton (350 1st Ave., NE, Cedar Rapids) where attendees can experience these highlighted presentations and more:
Civility and Ethics: Perspectives from Both Sides of the Bench
Hon. Christopher Bruns, District Court Judge, District 6
Danny Cornell, Cornell Injury Law
Hon. Arthur Gamble, Senior Judge, District 5C
Martha Shaff, Betty Neuman & McMahon PLC
Caitlin Slessor, Shuttleworth & Ingersoll PLC
Moderator: Joel Greer, Dickinson Bradshaw Fowler & Hagen, PC
Generational and Geographical Divide in the Law
Chief Judge Lars Anderson, District 6
Amy Beck, Fiedler Law Firm PLC
Kristie Fisher, Kirkwood Community College
Philip Garland, Garland & Rodriguez
Hon. Ashley Sparks, District Judge, District 2B
Moderator: Janece Valentine, Valentine Law Office P.C.
AI, Harnessing Technology, and Time Management
Mike Dahn, Thomson Reuters
Tom Drew, Drew Law Firm PC
Prof. Anthony Gaughan, Drake University Law School
Tim Semelroth, RSH Legal
Amy Swaner, Swaner Law, LLC
Moderator: Joe Holland
In addition to the CLE programming, attendees are encouraged to participate in the various social activities planned during the three-day conference. Whether it's golfing, biking, or touring a local museum, there's something for everyone at the 2024 Bench-Bar Conference.
The ISBA has reserved a room block at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel for May 8–10. Book by April 9 to reserve your room at the special ISBA rate. Visit the event page for complete information and to register.
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