The ISBA welcomed Iowa legislators for its annual “Breakfast at the Bar,” fostering conversation and connection around key issues shaping the 2026 legislative session.

At the 147th Bar Admission Ceremony, Iowa welcomed its newest attorneys with reflections on responsibility, service, and community, marking both a milestone achievement and the beginning of their professional journeys.

The 2026 Reaching Across the Bar event on Friday, May 29 returns as a dynamic opportunity to connect the next generation of legal professionals with experienced members of the bench and bar.

Get more out of your time—and your budget—by signing up for both the 2026 Iowa State Bar Association (ISBA) Juvenile Law Seminar on May 14 and the Criminal Law Seminar on May 15.

The ISBA’s 2026 affirmative legislative program reflects strong progress on business, family, probate, and court system priorities, with several measures already signed into law.

ISBA members and legal communities across Iowa will gather in May to reaffirm the Iowa Lawyer’s Oath and stand together in support of the rule of law.

Legal professionals are invited to participate in Well-Being Week in Law, May 4–8, to promote mental health and well-being across the profession.

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.