Month: March 2020
Press Release: Federal Courthouses in Idaho Closed
The United States District and Bankruptcy Courts for the District of Idaho have announced that the federal courthouses in Idaho will be closed through April 15, 2020 in compliance with Governor Little’s “stay-in-place” order.
Please read the full press release linked below:
Idaho Supreme Court Order Re: Emergency Reduction in Court Services
The Idaho Supreme Court has issued an Order regarding the emergency reduction in Court services and limitation of access to Court facilities. Please read the full order linked below.
Order In Re: Emergency Reduction in Court Services and Limitation of Access to Court Facilities
Idaho Supreme Court Amended Order re: COVID-19 Emergency
The Idaho Supreme Court has issued an Amended Order regarding the COVID-19 Emergency. The full order is linked below.
Amended Order Re: Idaho Supreme Court Response to COVID-19 Emergency
In order to better keep attorneys and the public informed of emergency orders entered in response to COVID-19, the Idaho Supreme Court has established a website in which all orders will be posted. The website is linked below.
Idaho State Bar and Idaho Law Foundation Offering Limited Services
The Idaho State Bar and Idaho Law Foundation are committed to providing as many services as possible to lawyers and the public. To comply with guidance from State and Federal entities and to ensure the health and safety of the public and our members, our offices, including the meeting rooms, are closed to the public and bar members.
Phones are staffed a few hours a day. If you call and are directed to voicemail, please leave a message – calls are returned as soon as possible. Staff members are available by email. Please reference the ISB/ILF Staff Directory.
Idaho Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers re: COVID-19
The Idaho Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers has composed a letter addressing concerns regarding the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak and how it is affecting the criminal justice system and incarcerated people in Idaho. Please read the full letter below.
Mental Health Resources for the Legal Profession During COVID-19
The ABA has compiled a list of resources for lawyers to help prioritize mental health during this uncertain time. Lawyer Assistance Programs throughout the country provide confidential services and support to judges, lawyers, and law students who are facing mental health or substance abuse issues.
No In-Person Meetings at The Law Center until after April 10
Please check the events and meeting calendar for more information about specific meetings.
Notice from Idaho Department of Correction re: Attorney-Client Visits

Idaho Supreme Court Response to COVID-19 Emergency




2020 National Conference of Bar Examiners Practice Analysis Report Available
The results of the 2020 Practice Analysis Survey conducted by the National Conference of Bar Examiners Testing Task Force are now available. Click below for the full report:
2020 Practice Analysis Report