ISBA members are encouraged to submit photo entries for this fall’s wellness issue of The Iowa Lawyer.

The execution of the 2026 National High School Mock Trial Championship, held in Des Moines in May relied nearly exclusively on volunteers both leading up to and during the tournament.

As Iowa’s legal community prepares to host this prestigious event, the tournament represents more than just competition, and there are still opportunities to get involved.

As the Iowa Legislature session nears its conclusion, lawmakers are focusing on budget negotiations shaped by revised revenue estimates while advancing key legal policy changes affecting the courts and legal profession.

The Board of Governors of the ISBA met on April 1 at the ISBA Building in Des Moines. A summary of the actions and reports from the meeting follows.

On April 1, Iowa City High School walked away with the state championship trophy at this year’s Iowa High School Mock Trial State Tournament. The Iowa City team outperformed a team from Ankeny Centennial High School to take this year's top honors.

The ISBA is excited to announce the addition of new and updated Family Law forms within the IowaDocs® library — and they are ready to use today.

The Iowa State Bar Association Young Lawyers Division is inviting the Iowa legal community, along with friends and family, to enjoy an evening of mini golf, networking, and philanthropy at this year’s Justice Fore All fundraiser.

The Iowa Bar Insurance Program website is new and improved to help you better understand your exclusive ISBA member program offerings.

Iowa State Bar Association President Kathy Law and Executive Director Harry Shipley are looking to spend this spring on the road and would like to come to a town near you.