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Q&A with Idaho State Bar & Idaho Law Foundation Executive Director, Maureen R. Braley by Carissa A. Carns
As an employee of the Idaho State Bar (“ISB”) and an editor for The Advocate, I was excited to start the new year introducing our new Executive Director to the members of the Bar and helping our readers to know…
Read Full ArticleCommunications Department Report by Lindsey M. Welfley
Once again, our communications department had a successful (and busy!) year in 2024 as we supported each of the other departments’ communications needs. As we head into 2025, we have several important projects noted for our members. New ISB &…
Read Full ArticleLimits on Discretionary Authority by Stephen Adams & Christopher Pooser
In a recent oral argument before the Idaho Supreme Court, the first question asked was, “Tell me about the discretion available to the magistrate.” This question guided the entire oral argument from that point forward, even though the primary issue…
Read Full ArticleReaching the Universal Through the Individual: An Interview with Anthony Doerr About Advocacy and Storytelling by Sarah Tompkins
Mr. Doerr backpacking in the Tetons. Photo provided by Publicist, Kate Lloyd, on behalf of Mr. Doerr. Preface Let me start by acknowledging that there may be a significant chunk of you who look at an interview about “storytelling” and…
Read Full ArticleIncoming President’s Message by Mary V. York
The Critical Role of Civics Education and the Opportunity for Idaho Attorneys to Lead As I step into the role of President of the Idaho State Bar, I am continually impressed and humbled by the dedication and excellence of our…
Read Full ArticleAmendment of Idaho Rule of Family Law Procedure 111(b) – Effective Jan. 29
Amendment of Idaho Rule of Family Law Procedure 111(b) eff Jan 29 2025 - adaaccDownload
Read Full ArticleAmendments to the Idaho Juvenile Rules (C.P.A.) and Idaho Rules for Electronic Filing and Service – Effective Jan. 24
Amendments to the Idaho Juvenile Rules (C.P.A.) and Idaho Rules for Electronic Filing and Service eff Jan 24 2025 - ADAaccDownload
Read Full ArticleIdaho Supreme Court Memorial Service – 3/12
The Idaho Supreme Court will hold its annual Memorial Service at 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 12, 2025, in the Supreme Court courtroom. The Memorial Service honors judges and members of the Idaho State Bar who passed away during the previous…
Read Full ArticleIdaho Code Commission: Open Position – Deadline 2/10
Pursuant to Idaho Code Section 73-203, the Board of Commissioners of the Idaho State Bar are responsible for nominating bar members to serve on the Idaho Code Commission. The appointments are made by the Governor for six-year terms. The term…
Read Full ArticleIMLA 2025 General Legal Clinic Volunteers Needed
Volunteer to assist the IMLA with your legal expertise and improve access to legal services for Veterans, Military Members, and their family. Volunteers can participate in a two-hour block where they will provide legal advice and counsel to low-income Veterans,…
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