Author: Boylan

Highlights of Rule Amendments for 2026

By Lori Fleming The following is a summary of rule amendments approved by the Idaho Supreme Court between June 2025 and July 2026. Unless otherwise indicated, all amendments were effective July 1, 2026. The orders amending these rules can be…

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Chief Justice Chats[1]

By Hon. Jessica Lorello This year has been filled with celebrations for the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The importance of the rule of law is central to the Declaration’s meaning and purpose. As lawyers,…

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Executive Director’s Report – September 2026

By Maureen Ryan Braley Hello! By the time you read this, it will be September. I hope you had a fun and relaxing summer! I am excited to share this report on the great work we are doing at the…

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Incoming President’s Message: The Potential Future of Legal Services in Idaho

By Frederick Joseph “FJ” III Hahn As I enter my final year on the Board of Commissioners of the Idaho State Bar as President, I’m both grateful and humbled to serve the members of the Idaho State Bar.  Over the…

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Proposed Amendments to the Idaho Rules of Family Law Procedure

Proposed Amendments

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Join Us for Constitution Day

Registration Form Date: Thursday, September 17 Time: 12:30 to 2:00 PM (Mountain Time) Location: Live at the Lincoln Auditorium in Boise and livestreamed online with a recording available later CLE Credits: 1.5, including .5 ethics credits Cost: Minimum $25 for…

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Additional Awards

Section of the Year Award The Professionalism and Ethics Section has been a small but mighty section that has helped to foster the professionalism and civility that Idaho State Bar members enjoy. For over 20 years the Section has sponsored…

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