WELCOME TO ANNUAL MEETING

Thank you for attending the 2026 ISBA Annual Meeting! We appreciate you joining us at the Prairie Meadows Events & Conference Center for this year's programming. This Annual Meeting overview page contains the daily program pages for each day, CLE credit information, activity IDs, social activities, event sponsors, the complete CLE program, and more.

Please do not hesitate to reach out to ISBA staff if you have any questions. We're here to assist you in making your Annual Meeting experience as enjoyable as possible. If you have any problems downloading any materials, please email ccronin@iowabar.org.

DAILY PROGRAMS

Monday, June 22

Tuesday, June 23

Wednesday, June 24

Thursday, June 25

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CLE CREDIT

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Tuesday, June 24: ???
Wednesday, June 25: ???
Thursday, June 26: ???

Max CLE credit available (full conference): 24.75 state CLE credit hours which includes 4.50 ethics, 3.50 diversity, 2 wellness, and 3 juvenile hours

The total number of CLE credits earned depends on sessions attended.

ACTIVITY IDs

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SOCIAL ACTIVITIES

Monday, June 22
12:00 – 1:15 p.m.
Law School Luncheons (Creighton, Drake, and Iowa) - Free to alumni
Reconnect with law school alumni over lunch and conversation. Share ideas, strengthen relationships, and build new professional connections in a relaxed, welcoming setting. Luncheons above are open to law school alumni of each university.

12:00 – 1:30 p.m.
Probate Luncheon * 
This luncheon offers valuable insights into current probate topics and professional networking. 

6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
ISBA Young Lawyers Division Kentucky Derby Social - Free to all attendees
Break out the bow ties and big hats for an evening of Derby-inspired fun with the ISBA Young Lawyers Division. Enjoy complimentary food and drinks while you mix and mingle with fellow attorneys in the Pavilion overlooking the racetrack, where live horse racing will be underway throughout the evening. It is a high-energy setting and a perfect way to celebrate in true Derby style.

Tuesday, June 23
12:00 – 1:30 p.m.
Diversity Luncheon CLE *
Join ISBA President Henry Hamilton III (2022–2023) for a luncheon presentation, “Is This Really Happening? Changes in Statutory, Common Law, and Constitutional Rights: What Attorneys Should Know,” as he breaks down the legal developments, court decisions, and shifting interpretations attorneys need to be watching right now. 

5:00 – 6:15 p.m.
Iowa Court of Appeals Oral Arguments - Free to all
Experience the Iowa Court of Appeals in action during live oral arguments at Prairie Meadows. Open to all attendees at no cost, this unique session offers a firsthand look at the appellate process, courtroom advocacy, and how judicial decisions take shape in real time.

6:15 – 8:00 p.m.
Iowa Court of Appeals Reception - Free to all
Continue the conversation following the Iowa Court of Appeals Oral Arguments with a reception at Prairie Meadows. Enjoy food, beverages, and the opportunity to connect with judges, attorneys, and legal professionals from across Iowa in a relaxed and engaging setting.

Wednesday, June 24
12:00 – 1:30 p.m.
Wellness Luncheon CLE *
Roxann Ryan, semi-retired attorney and adjunct instructor at Drake Law and Simpson College, leads “Stress, Resilience and Wellness,” a Wellness Luncheon CLE at Prairie Meadows. This program moves past theory and into day-to-day practice, focusing on how attorneys can manage pressure, reset under stress, and build resilience that actually holds up in a demanding legal career. 

5:30 – 9:00 p.m. 
ISBA Gala *
Join us as we honor the ISBA and its dedicated members at the 2026 ISBA Gala. Enjoy an evening of dinner, drinks, and entertainment, along with the ceremonial passing of the gavel for both the Senior Bar and Young Lawyers Division. The evening will also feature the presentation of the prestigious ISBA Award of Merit and other special moments you won’t want to miss. 

Thursday, June 25
12:00 – 1:30 p.m. 
50-Year Member Luncheon *
Celebrate the dedication and achievements of our esteemed members who have reached 50 years of service in the legal profession. Enjoy a special luncheon filled with memories, recognition, and camaraderie among peers. 

* Ticketed event. Pre-conference registration required.

EVENT SPONSORS

Thank you to the 2026 ISBA Annual Meeting sponsors. Visit the official event sponsor page to discover tools to assist you in running a more efficient and effective practice. 

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QUESTIONS?

Please contact the ISBA CLE Department at ccronin@iowabar.org or the ISBA main line at 515-243-3179.

Sponsored by The Iowa State Bar Association Annual Meeting Committee