The ISBA saw significant success during the 2026 legislative session, with seven of its nine affirmative legislative priorities signed into law.

As Memorial Day approaches, the ISBA would like to take a moment to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

The ISBA Elder Law Section is recognizing Older Iowans Month by highlighting the “Handbook for Older Iowans,” a long-standing educational resource designed to help older adults, families, and caregivers better understand important legal issues.

ISBA members interested in serving on the newly created ISBA Board of Directors, which will serve as the association’s primary fiduciary and strategic governing body, contact ISBA Executive Director Harry Shipley. 

Join fellow ISBA members and guests for an immersive experience combining CLE with cultural experiences through the island of Sicily, Nov. 8-16.

Construction law continues to evolve, and the 2026 ISBA Construction Law Seminar is designed to help attorneys stay current on the issues impacting the industry today.

Special thanks to the Iowa State Bar Foundation, Lawyers Trust Account Commission IOLTA Program, and Prairie Meadows for grant awards for the 2025-2026 Iowa Mock Trial Program.

Tax and estate planning law continues to shift in real time, and the 2026 ISBA Tax and Estate Planning Institute on Friday, May 22 is designed to help attorneys stay current in an increasingly complex legal landscape.

The 2026 ISBA Annual Meeting returns to the Prairie Meadows Events & Conference Center on June 22-25, bringing Iowa’s legal community together for four days of CLE programming built around practical updates, focused instruction, and developments that directly affect day-to-day practice.

The ISBA is expanding its commitment to supporting rural legal practice through a new Career Center promotion designed to increase visibility for legal opportunities across Iowa’s rural communities.