Chief Justice Christensen has signed an order establishing the Iowa Access to Justice Commission Small Claims Task Force.

The Iowa Supreme Court will hear arguments in the case Richmond v. Jefferson County Attorney during a special evening session in Des Moines on Feb. 11. 

The American Bar Association released its Cornerstones Commission's final report, "Lawyer as Public Citizen: Collaboration, Civics & Civility." 

Thomson Reuters and the Center on Ethics and the Legal Profession at Georgetown Law released a report stating that the legal industry is experiencing a tectonic shift that has helped many law firms thrive. 

2026 marks 50 years since the Iowa Court of Appeals was established as part of the Iowa Judicial Branch.

Iowa Supreme Court Chief Justice Susan Christensen signed an order on Jan. 16 appointing three ISBA members to the court’s Fairness in Jury Selection Task Force. 

On Wednesday, Jan. 14, at 10 a.m. in the House Chambers, Chief Justice Susan Larson Christensen of the Iowa Supreme Court addressed a joint convention of the General Assembly on the Condition of the Judiciary. 

The Iowa Tax Research Library has evolved into an even more powerful resource for lawyers, tax professionals, and policy researchers.

The 91st Iowa General Assembly convenes on Jan. 12. Here’s an overview of key legislative deadlines, how the ISBA advocates for Iowa lawyers, and where members can stay informed and engaged.

Iowa lawyers and judges in need of a CLE report extension can request one free of charge before Jan. 15. After that, it is $100.