2026 Juvenile Law Seminar

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Join us for the 2026 ISBA Juvenile Law Seminar on May 14, a gathering of legal professionals focusing on the latest developments in juvenile law. Whether you're an experienced attorney or new to the field, this seminar provides valuable insights and networking opportunities in juvenile law.

In addition to the Juvenile Law Seminar, the ISBA Criminal Law Seminar will be taking place the following day on May 15. Those interested in registering for both may do so by visiting this page. All pricing options can be found below.

JUVENILE LAW SEMINAR SCHEDULE - MAY 14
8:30 - 9:30 - Case Law Update - Erin Romar, Erin Romar Law 
9:30 - 10:30 - Youth Bill of Rights/Lived Experience Youth - Arminta Damken Navarro, Mainstream Living, Inc.
10:30 - 10:45 - Break
10:45 - 11:45 - Child Representation Standards - Jami Hagemeier, Youth Law Center; Judge Sharon Soorholtz Greer, Iowa Court of Appeals; and Judge William Owens, Senior Judge, District 8A
11:45 - 12:00 - Lunch (provided with in-person registration) 
12:00 - 1:30 - Dual Status Youth - Whitney Buchanan, Juvenile Court Officer and Brian Speicher
1:30 - 2:45 - Parent Visitation Rights - Tammy Banning, State Public Defender's Office - Waterloo; Eva Morales, Polk County Attorney's Office; Andrea McGinn, The Law Shop Iowa; and Hon. Linnea Nelson Nicol, District Associate Judge, District 1B 
2:45 - 3:00 - Break 
3:00 - 4:00 - Confidentiality in Juvenile Justice/Child Welfare Cases - Hon. Carrie Bryner, District Associate Judge, District 6; Dave Dawson, Woodbury County Attorney's Office; and Ellen Ramsey-Kacena, State Public Defender - Cedar Rapids
4:00 - 5:00 - Know Where to Go for Help When You Are Struggling - Rachel Antonuccio, Waterloo Juvenile State Public Defender 

CLE CREDIT
7.75 state CLE hours which includes 1 ethics and 1 wellness hour

REGISTRATION FEES
The prices below reflect the standard registration fee rate. A $25 late fee will be added on to all registrations received after May 8, 2026 (law students and ISBA CLE Season Pass Holders are excluded from late fee).

Juvenile Law Seminar Only
ISBA Family and Juvenile Law Section Members - $175
ISBA Members - $190
ISBA YLD Members (Years 1-5) - $130
Non-ISBA Members - $300
Non-Lawyers (Case Workers and Staff) - $75
Law Students - Free
ISBA CLE Season Pass Holders - Free

JUVENILE LAW REGISTRATION

Bundle Pricing for Juvenile and Criminal Law
ISBA Family and Juvenile Law or Criminal Law Section Members - $280
ISBA Members - $320
ISBA YLD Members (Years 1-5) - $200
Non-ISBA Members - $420
Law Students - Free
ISBA CLE Season Pass Holders - Free

BUY THE BUNDLE

Contact the ISBA's Membership Department at 515-697-7870 to join an ISBA section. Fee to join a section is $20.

ATTENDANCE PREFERENCE
Please select attendance preference (ISBA Building or Live Webinar) when registering for this event. In-person attendance will take place at the ISBA Building (625 E. Court Ave., Des Moines, IA 50309). Lunch is provided to in-person attendees.

MATERIALS
Once registered, any event materials will be located below. From there, registrants can download the materials of their choosing. Please make sure you're signed into the ISBA website when trying to access materials.

Sponsored by The Iowa State Bar Association Family and Juvenile Law Section

Any cancellations must be received by May 12, 2026. Please send cancellation request to cle@iowabar.org or call 515-697-7874.