Chief Justice Christensen has issued two orders amending juvenile and criminal court rules to align with recent legal updates and clarify existing practices.

Sit in on oral arguments and enjoy a public reception with Iowa's highest court at Graceland University.

Notice is hereby given of a vacancy in the office of District Judicial Nominating Commissioner for Judicial Election District 1B. 

Drake University Law School will host its annual Supreme Court Celebration from April 2-5, highlighting the school’s strong connection to the judiciary and its commitment to legal education.

A proposed class action settlement has been reached in C.A. v. Garcia, a lawsuit against the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (Iowa HHS) regarding Medicaid-eligible children under 21 with serious emotional disturbances.

The Iowa State Bar Association provides updates on attorney disciplinary actions from the Iowa Supreme Court to inform members about recent decisions impacting the profession. 

The Iowa Court of Appeals published more than 60 opinions on Jan. 9, in a significant release marking the court’s first major publication of opinions for the year.

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.

The voting period for the election of State Judicial Nominating Commissioners is now open and will extend through Jan. 30. 

The Adams County Magistrate Appointing Commission will meet on Jan. 14 to conduct interviews to appoint a magistrate for Adams County to fill the unexpired term of Magistrate Andrew Zimmerman.