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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 in public service. My career as a public service attorney…
Read Full ArticleTop 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 practical complexities and timelines that occasionally take private practitioners by…
Read Full ArticleProgram 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 can help improve your practice, your personal life, your leadership,…
Read Full ArticleOutgoing 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 Congress but may at least cause my fellow lawyers to…
Read Full Article2023 Annual Meeting Scholarships Available – Deadline 6/15
2023 Annual Meeting Scholarships Available – Deadline June 15 The Idaho State Bar is offering a limited number of scholarships to the 2023 Annual Meeting, July 19-21, at JUMP in Boise. The scholarships will include full registration, tickets to the…
Read Full ArticleWriter’s Corner – Revisiting Pronouns: The Singular They
By Tenielle Fordyce-Ruff I’m writing this in January, and as one does in January, I’m reflecting on the past year. I’m also reflecting on topics I’ve covered as I’m coming back to more regular contributions to The Advocate. Turns out…
Read Full ArticleCommissioner’s Column: Well Being in Law
By Jillian H. Caires As lawyers, we have a tough job. We work long hours and feel a hefty pressure to obtain the best possible outcomes for our clients. Attorneys meet clients and victims in their hour of greatest need…
Read Full ArticleAdmissions Department Report
By Maureen Ryan Braley The Idaho State Bar Admissions Department administers the rules governing admission to the practice of law in Idaho. Attorneys can be admitted by taking the Idaho Bar Exam, transferring a Uniform Bar Examination (“UBE”) score to…
Read Full ArticleLaw Related Education Wraps Up 2023 Idaho High School Mock Trial Competition
By Carey A. Shoufler Title Page Image Caption: 2023 Idaho Mock Trial Champions, The Ambrose School, Meridian. 2023 Idaho Mock Trial Champions, The Ambrose School, Meridian. The Idaho Law Foundation’s Law Related Education Program hosted its annual High School Mock…
Read Full ArticleABA Midyear Report
By R. Jonathan Shirts Photos taken by author during his trip to New Orleans for the ABA's Midyear Meeting. For the first time since February 2020, the ABA’s Midyear Meeting was held in-person from February 1-6, 2023. We were warmly…
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