Month: June 2023

The United States Attorney’s Office New Corporate Voluntary Self-Disclosure Policy: Clear Benefits for Good Corporate Citizens

Joshua D. Hurwit, United States AttorneyKevin T. Maloney, Deputy Criminal Chief Let’s say you represent a company and determine that an official of that company has committed criminal wrongdoing.  What […]

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From the Courts: Highlights of Rule Amendments for 2023

Lori A. FlemingStaff Attorney and ReporterIdaho Supreme Court Rules Advisory Committees The following is a list of rule amendments approved by the Idaho Supreme Court between July 2, 2022, and […]

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Buyer Beware: Potential Ethical Perils of Municipal Procurement

Kurt J. Starman Cities and other local government agencies frequently contract for goods, services, and public works construction. These contracts are often approved with little scrutiny. In many cities, procurement […]

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Attorneys for Civic Education Celebrates 10 Years of Service

Texie C. Montoya Formed in 2013, Attorneys for Civic Education (“ACE”)[i] is proud to share with the members of the Bar the purpose behind its mission and several of its […]

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Which Statute Applies? An Update on Attorney Fee Statutes in Government Entity Cases

Stephen L. Adams There are many statutes that deal with attorney fees in cases involving governmental entities. Three examples include Idaho Code § 12-117, which awards attorney fees in any […]

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Public Service Attorneys in Idaho: Insights and Perspectives Working in Public Service

Rachel L. Kolts I was inspired to pursue a career in public service from a young age thanks in large part to my parents, who have each enjoyed life-long careers […]

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Top 10 Things to Know When Dealing with Government Entities

Alexandra A. BreshearsEmily D. Kane With special thanks to Julie Weaver for the top 10 article concept and her considerable contribution. Compliance with laws that govern public agencies may present […]

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Program Services Department Report

Teresa A. Baker Members of the Idaho State Bar have access to a variety of programs, resources, discounts, and services available that you may not know are available.  These resources […]

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University of Idaho Clothing Closet

The University of Idaho College of Law is seeking donations of professional clothing for students.  We are starting clothing closets on both our Boise and Moscow campuses for students needing […]

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Outgoing President’s Message

Laird B. Stone These are my last comments as a Commissioner and current Bar President. They will not be as eloquent as President Washington’s or General MacArthur’s farewell addresses to […]

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