Raising the Bar: A Conference for Idaho’s Child Protection Community (Boise/Webcast)
2026-04-10 08:00 - 17:30 (America/Boise) | Idaho Water Center, 322 E. Front St, Boise, ID, 83702, United States

Idaho Law Review 2026 Symposium - Free CLE
2026-04-13 08:30 - 17:00 | University of Idaho College of Law, Boise, 501 W. Front St., Room 221, Boise, ID, 83702

2026 Japan Cruise: Round-Trip Yokohama (Tokyo)
2026-04-19 08:00 - 2026-04-29 17:00 | Idaho
April 19-29, 2026

Legal Learning Amidst Cherry Blossoms. Enjoy luxurious accommodations, tantalizing dining and the Izumi Japanese Bath, the largest of its kind at sea, aboard the Diamond Princess®
CLE Sessions – 12 CLE credits (3 Ethics)

Litigation and International Arbitration
Law and AI
Space Law and Newspace
Rules of Ethics in International Arbitration (2 Ethics)
Understanding Brain Injuries – Medical and Legal Fundamentals
Litigation Strategies – Building and Proving the TBI Case
Ethical & Practical Challenges in TBI Cases (1 Ethics)

For more information on each conference, please click on the conference website, visit Destination CLEs or call Mary DeSpain at 907-231-2111.

Artificial Intelligence: The New Attorney and Prompting Skills (Boise/Zoom)
2026-04-21 12:00 - 13:00 | The Law Center, 525 W Jefferson Street, Boise, Idaho, 83702
Artificial Intelligence: The New Attorney and Prompting Skills
Sponsored by the ISB Young Lawyers Section

Tuesday, April 21, 2026
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. (MT)
The Law Center
525 W Jefferson – Boise
Zoom available
1.0 CLE credits

Cost:
Young Lawyer Section Members Free
Non-Member Attorneys $20
Law Students $10

The ISB Young Lawyers Section would like to invite any non-section members who are interested to attend their April Section meeting. David Fogg will present a one-hour CLE on AI in the Legal World.
ISB Young Lawyer Section members may attend for free. To take advantage of member pricing, join the Young Lawyers Section by clicking HERE.
NOTE: To be eligible for Standard Membership in the Young Lawyers Section, you must be under the age of 37 or admitted to ISB for less than 5 years.

Lunch will be provided for all in-person attendees.
*This CLE will be presented via Zoom instead of being webcast. A link to the Zoom meeting will be sent the morning of April 21st to those who have registered.

2026 Privacy & Data Security Update (Live Audio Streaming)
2026-04-27 11:00 - 12:00 | Idaho
Sponsored by the Idaho Law Foundation, Inc. in partnership with Freestone and WebCredenza, Inc.

2026 Privacy & Data Security Update
April 27, 202611:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (MT)*Live Audio Stream Only1.75 CLE creditRegistration Fee: $60.00
Stay ahead of the rapidly evolving privacy and data security landscape as new regulations, enforcement actions, and technological developments reshape business compliance obligations. This comprehensive program examines the latest legal developments affecting data privacy practices and security requirements across industries. Position your practice to guide clients through the increasingly complex world of privacy law compliance.

Analyze recent state and federal privacy legislation affecting business data collection and processing practices
Understand emerging enforcement trends and penalty structures for privacy and data security violations
Navigate cross-border data transfer requirements and international privacy law developments
Address artificial intelligence and automated decision-making privacy compliance requirements

Bench and Bar Dialogue on Family Law Issues (Boise)
2026-04-28 12:00 - 13:00 | Ada County Commissioners’ Public Hearing Room, 200 W. Front St, Boise, ID, 83702, United States
Bench and Bar Dialogue on Family Law IssuesSponsored by Idaho Volunteer Lawyers Program & Ada County Family Law Judges

April 28, 2026
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. (MT)
Ada County Courthouse
Commissioners’ Public Hearing Room -1st Floor

1.0 CLE credit pending
Cost: Free
Registration: Email Shayla Peel your contact information at speel@ada.idcourts.gov

Join the Ada County Family Law Judges for a CLE session offering insight into common pitfalls observed in family law cases and strategies to avoid them. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in discussion regarding current case trends and challenges, as well as provide feedback to the family law bench.

2026 Spring New Attorney Program (Boise)
2026-05-01 08:00 - 12:30 | Idaho
Sponsored by the Idaho Law Foundation, Inc.
2026 Spring New Attorney Program
Friday, May 1, 20268:00 am to 12:30 pm (MDT)Hilton Garden Inn348 South 13Th. Street – Boise*In-Person Attendance Only* 4.0 CLE credits of which 1.0 is Ethics – NAC Approved

Registration Fee:
Standard Registration $120.00
Day of Registration $135.00

The New Attorney Program consists of an introduction on Idaho practice, procedure, and ethics. This course meets the CLE requirements of Idaho State Bar Commission Rule 402(f)(3). Participants must be admitted and sworn into the Idaho State Bar for this course to count toward the New Admittee CLE requirement. If the participant will not be sworn in on or by May 1, 2026, they will have to wait until October 23, 2026, to take this course. *

Agenda
8:00 am Lawyering Skills
Moderator: Hon. Jessica M. Lorello, Idaho Court of Appeals
Nathan A. Austin, Dean Law, PLLC
Anne Henderson Haws, Holland & Hart, LLP
Cheyenne M. House, The Simplot Company
Jeremiah M. Hudson, Fisher Hudson Brown Horton
9:30 am Break
9:45 am Federal & State Judiciary Panel
Hon. Raymond E. Patricco, Chief U.S. Magistrate Judge, District of Idaho
Hon. Brent L. Whiting, District Judge, 3rd Judicial District
Hon. Laurie Fortier, Magistrate Judge, 4th Judicial District
11:15 am Break
11:30 am Idaho Lawyer Assistance Program
Mack Mayo, Paine Hamblen LLP
12:00 pm Idaho State Bar & Idaho Law Foundation Potpourri
Jennifer M. Schindele, Idaho Volunteer Lawyers Program
Kim Wilson, Idaho State Bar
12:30 pm Program Concludes
*The next course will be held on Friday, October 23, 2026, in person in Boise.

7th District Lunch & CLE: Legal Writing and the Implications of AI - FREE (Idaho Falls)
2026-05-01 12:00 - 13:00 | Bonneville County Courthouse, 605 N Capital Ave, Idaho Falls, ID, 83402
7th District Lunch & CLE: Legal Writing and the Implications of AI
Sponsored by the Seventh District Bar Association

Friday, May 1, 2026
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. (MT)
Bonneville County Courthouse – Centennial Courtroom
605 N Capital Ave – Idaho Falls

1.0 CLE credit – pending
Cost: FREE
*In-Person Only

Join the Seventh District Bar in celebrating Law Day: The American Dream. District Judge Amanda Ulrich and Seventh District of Idaho Staff Attorneys Desiree Martin, Landry Davis, and Brooke Roberts will talk about some of the problems they are seeing with legal writing being submitted to the Court that they presume are a result of using AI. They will discuss the different issues the Judges and Staff Attorneys are seeing and some “Best Practices” that should be employed when using AI in drafting.

5th District Bar Association Lunch & Learn CLE - Landlord Tenant Law - FREE (Twin Falls)
2026-05-01 12:30 - 16:00 | County West Building, 630 Addison Avenue West, Twin Falls, ID, 83301
Sponsored by the Fifth District Bar Association
Friday, May 1, 202612:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. (MT) Lunch & CLE2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. (MT) Legal Clinic
County West Building – Anex Room
630 Addison Avenue West – Twin Falls

1.0 CLE credit
Registration: Free
*In-Person Only

Join the Fifth District Bar in celebrating Law Day: The American Dream by volunteering for a legal clinic on landlord/tenant law geared toward helping the public attain the ultimate American dream of owning a home. The Lunch & Learn CLE begins at 12:30 pm to give you all the information that you need to assist clinic clients beginning at 2:00 pm.
Speakers:
Brooke Redmond, Wright Brothers Law Office, PLLC and Kathryn Iver, Twin Falls Legal Aid

2026 Machu Picchu, Peru - Justice in the Andes *SOLD OUT*
2026-05-03 08:00 - 2026-05-12 17:00 | Idaho
May 3 – 12, 2026
From the Sacred Valley to the heights of the Andes.

CLE Sessions – 6 CLE Credits

Automating the Solo Practice: Tools and Strategies for Efficiency and Growth
Guardianship and Mental Health: Navigating the Role of Guardian for Adults with Psychiatric Disabilities

For more information on each conference, please click on the conference website, visit Destination CLEs or call Mary DeSpain at 907-231-2111.

Lawyer Like an Athlete: How to Up Your Game at Work and in Life (FREE - Zoom)
2026-05-05 12:00 - 13:00 | Idaho
Sponsored by the ISB Attorney Well-Being and the Lawyer Assistance Program Committees

Lawyer Like an Athlete: How to Up Your Game at Work and in Life
Tuesday, May 5, 202612:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. (MT)Zoom OnlyRegistration: Free1.0
Ethics credit

Join Zoom Meeting
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For Audio Only Dial:
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Join the Idaho State Bar’s Attorney Well-Being and the Lawyer Assistance Program Committees for free and informative CLE in celebration of Well-Being in the Law Week.
Based on the facilitator’s own research, this practical CLE webinar addresses stressors distinct to lawyering with elite approaches used by sports champions and other world-class achievers. The emphasis is on high performance practices for building endurance, outsmarting burnout, and bringing your best self to work.

By participating in this fortifying professional development program, you will:

Clarify what’s vital for you to be more productive, effective, and happier.
Learn the latest peak performance psychology tactics to enhance resilience.
Galvanize your strengths to solve problems faster.
Elevate your mindset with cognitive-behavioral science.
Boost your stamina and channel energy into your top priorities.
Maintain your focus – no matter what is happening around you.
Feel more motivated, engaged, and in command.

ABOUT THE FACILITATOR:
Through executive coaching, training, speaking, and consulting, Portland, Maine psychologist Amy Wood, Psy.D. helps attorneys reach greater levels of achievement and fulfillment. She is often called on for her expert opinion by media ranging from the Maine Bar Journal to Parade Magazine, and is author of the American Bar Association book Lawyer Like an Athlete. Dr. Wood earned her doctorate at Adler University and is certified by the College of Executive Coaching. To reach her, email or call 207-232-0390.

Book Offer:
Use discount code LLAA15 to purchase the Lawyer Like AN ATHLETE book from the ABA, please click HERE
CLE Credit:
For CLE credit click HERE
**NOTE: You may not register your attendance until AFTER the CLE is over**

2026 Annual Workers' Compensation Seminar (Boise)
2026-05-08 08:30 - 16:30 | The Grove Hotel, 245 S Capitol Blvd, Boise, ID, 83702, United States
Sponsored by the Idaho State Bar Workers’ Compensation Section
2026 Annual Workers’ Compensation Seminar
Thursday, May 7, 2026 – Opening Reception5:00 pm to 7:00 pmAcero Boards & Bottles801 W. Main – Boise

Friday, May 8, 2026 – Seminar
8:30 am to 4:30 pm
The Grove Hotel
245 S. Capitol Blvd., Boise, ID

*In-Person Only
6.5 CLE credits

Registration:
Section Members: $175
Non-Section Members: $225
Law Students: $100

Take advantage of Section benefits and join the Workers’ Compensation Section here.

The Workers’ Compensation Section of the Idaho State Bar is hosting its annual seminar and conference at The Grove Hotel in beautiful downtown Boise, Idaho. The seminar and conference will include a variety of topics involving workers’ compensation that will enhance your knowledge and your practice.

Agenda
Thursday, May 7, 2026
5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Opening Reception
Acero Boards & Bottle (In the Grove at 801 W. Main – Boise)
Please RSVP HERE for the reception – Guests are welcome
Friday, May 8, 2026
8:30 a.m. State of the Industrial Commission
Claire Sharp, Chair, Idaho Industrial Commission
9:30 a.m. 10 Do’s and Don’ts for Mediation in Work Comp
Jennifer Poole, Idaho Industrial Commission
10:30 a.m. Morning Break
10:45 a.m. The Singular Adventures of a Utah Workers’ Compensation Attorney
Allen Young, Utah and Idaho Injury Law Centers
11:45 a.m. Hosted Lunch and Workers’ Compensation Section Meeting
12:45 p.m. Nonmedical Factors in Permanent Disability Evaluations
Kourtney Layton, Layton & Associates
1:45 p.m. Structured Settlements
Audrey Kenney, Sage Settlement Consulting
2:45 p.m. Afternoon Break
3:00 p.m. Caselaw Review
Sean M. Wilson, Idaho Injury Law Center
Emma R. Wilson, Breen Veltman Wilson
4:30 p.m. Program Concludes

Evidentiary Issues with Text and "Chat" Messages (Live Audio Streaming)
2026-05-13 11:00 - 12:00 | Idaho
Sponsored by the Idaho Law Foundation, Inc. in partnership with Freestone and WebCredenza, Inc.

Evidentiary Issues with Text and “Chat” Messages
May 13, 202611:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (MT)*Live Audio Stream Only1.0 CLE creditRegistration Fee: $60.00
Master the complex evidentiary challenges presented by digital communications as text messages, chat applications, and electronic messaging become central to modern litigation. This program addresses the authentication, admissibility, and presentation issues that can determine case outcomes in our digital communication age. Learn to leverage electronic evidence effectively while avoiding common pitfalls that undermine case strategy.

Understand authentication requirements for text messages, social media posts, and chat communications
Navigate hearsay exceptions and reliability standards specific to electronic messaging evidence
Address discovery obligations and preservation duties affecting digital communication evidence
Master presentation techniques that effectively communicate digital evidence to judges and juries

2026 Business and Corporate Law Section Annual CLE (Boise/Webcast)
2026-05-15 09:00 - 15:30 | University of Idaho College of Law, Boise, 501 W. Front St., Room 221, Boise, ID, 83702
2026 Business and Corporate Law Section Annual CLE
Sponsored by the Idaho State Bar Business and Corporate Law Section

Friday, May 15, 2026
9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
University of Idaho College of Law – Boise Campus
501 W Front St. – Room 221

*Live Webcast Available
5 CLE credits – NAC Approved

Registration:
General Registration $200.00
Members of the Business and Corporate Law Section $150.00
Law Students FREE
Take advantage of Section benefits and join the Business and Corporate Law Section here for $40!
The Business and Corporate Law Section is hosting its annual CLE at The University of Idaho College of Law in beautiful downtown Boise. The conference will include a variety of trending business law topics involving the sale of businesses by baby boomers, client privacy, intellectual property in M&A deals, the annual caselaw update, student paper competition presentations and other emerging topics in business law and compliance.

Program Agenda
9:00 a.m. Registration & Continental Breakfast
9:30 a.m. Baby Boomer Business Transitions: Helping Clients Navigate the “Silver Tsunami” in Idaho
Ethan Lee, Hemming | Morse Forensic and Financial Consultants
10:30 a.m. Client Privacy Exposure: What Corporate Lawyers Need to See Coming
Wade Thomas, On Demand General Counsel, PLLC
11:00 a.m. Break
11:15 a.m. Intellectual Property in Mergers & Acquisitions
Christopher G. Simboli, Parsons Behle & Latimer
Christopher J. Cuneo, Parsons Behle & Latimer
12:15 a.m. Hosted Lunch
12:45 p.m. Presentation of Business & Corporate Law Section Law Student Paper Competition Winners

Acceleration Without Immunity: Idaho’s FAST-41 Integration and Securities Disclosure Risk

Faith Quigley, University of Idaho, College of Law

Noncompete Agreements in Idaho and a Proposal for the State’s Future

Finn Mahoney, University of Idaho, College of Law

Drip Pricing, Junk Fees, and Consumer Protection for Idaho Tenants

Andrew Hardee, University of Idaho, College of Law1:30 p.m. Business & Corporate Caselaw Update Wendy Gerwick Couture, University of Idaho, College of Law2:15 p.m.
Break
2:30 p.m. Key Considerations in the Preparation to Sell or Buy a Business
David S. Jensen, Parsons Behle & Latimer
David H. Arkoosh, Parsons Behle & Latimer
Jeffrey T. Jorgensen, Parsons Behle & Latimer
3:30 p.m. Program Concludes

Constitutional Crisis CLE (Boise)
2026-06-04 05:30 - 19:00 | The Grove Hotel, 245 S Capitol Blvd, Boise, ID, 83702, United States
Constitutional Crisis
Sponsored by Attorneys for Civic Education, the University of Idaho College of Law, the Idaho Supreme Court and the US District of Idaho Court Thursday, June 4, 2026Reception – 5:00 p.m.CLE Presentation – 5:45 to 6:45 p.m. The Grove Hotel245 S. Capitol Blvd. – Boise1.0 CLE credits Registration: FREE – Registration is required.
Join the Attorneys for Civic Education, the University of Idaho College of Law for a reception and CLE presentation during the annual Institute for Teachers.
There is a lot of discussion these days whether the United States is in a “constitutional crisis.” Any such discussion first requires definition; what constitutes a constitutional crisis? A long history of interbranch conflict colors our legal history. If, for example, a president decides to ignore the Supreme Court, and if the Supreme Court’s ruling is final, it is fair to say that the nation is in a constitutional crisis? This presentation will explore the contours of a constitutional crisis by attempting to define it and then reviewing recent Supreme Court cases and their impact. Tariffs, Birthright Citizenship, and even the White House ballroom all factor into an analysis that ultimately provides the audience with context by which they answer the operative question for themselves.
Presenter: McKay Cunningham, Director of the Master of Applied Public Policy Program and PDSO, and Professor of Law and Policy, College of Idaho
About the Institute for Teachers:
The Institute is primarily targeted to Idaho high school and middle school teachers of government, history, and social studies. The purpose is to enhance teachers’ understanding of the judicial branch of government at national and state levels and to motivate teachers to return to the classroom with new ideas and share that information with their students. The Institute is not simply a “talk at” program, but rather a combination of presentations by experts on selected topics, together with a set of workshop discussions led by master teachers with abundant classroom experience.
​The immediate objective of the Institute is to enhance the doctrinal knowledge, skills, and working tools of the participating teachers. The ultimate goal is to elevate the preparation of students for citizenship in a constitutionally framed democratic republic, by enhancing their understanding of, and appreciation for, the rule of law as well as the necessity of an independent, impartial judiciary to preserve the distinctive American republic.

Lawyer Ethics and Email (Live Audio Streaming)
2026-06-05 11:00 - 12:00 | Idaho
Sponsored by the Idaho Law Foundation, Inc. in partnership with Freestone and WebCredenza, Inc.
Lawyer Ethics and Email
June 5, 202611:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (MT)*Live Audio Streaming Only1.0 Ethics creditRegistration Fee: $55.00*
Please Note: If you received credit for this course for May 22, 2024, December 31, 2024, February 26, 2025 or May 5, 2025 you will not be able to receive credit for attending this replay. This replay will count as live CLE credit.

Navigate the complex ethical landscape surrounding electronic communications where convenience meets professional responsibility in ways that can create unexpected liability exposure. This essential program addresses the intersection of legal ethics and email communication, from confidentiality protection to professional conduct standards. Master the evolving requirements for ethical email use while leveraging technology’s benefits for enhanced client service.

Understand confidentiality and privilege protection requirements for email communications with clients
Address metadata and inadvertent disclosure issues affecting professional responsibility and client protection
Navigate professional conduct standards affecting email tone, timing, and recipient considerations
Implement security measures and encryption requirements that satisfy ethical obligations for client protection

2026 ISB Annual Meeting
2026-06-17 08:00 - 19:00 | Jack’s Urban Meeting Place – JUMP, 1000 W Myrtle Street, Boise, Idaho, 83702
2026 ISB Annual Meeting
The 2026 Annual Meeting for the Idaho State Bar will be Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at JUMP in Boise.

The meeting will include the Annual Idaho Law Foundation Meeting and Service Awards Luncheon followed by two hours of continuing legal education. Evening event will include a reception for the Distinguished Lawyer, Outstanding Young Lawyer and Milestone Awards.
Registration and details will be available by early April.

Bar Counsel Panel: Decades of Ethics - Idaho State Bar Annual Meeting CLE Session 1
2026-06-17 09:00 - 10:30 | Jack’s Urban Meeting Place – JUMP, 1000 W Myrtle Street, Boise, Idaho, 83702
2026 Idaho State Bar Annual Meeting CLESponsored by the Idaho Law Foundation

Bar Counsel Panel: Decades of Ethics – Idaho State Bar Annual Meeting CLE Session 1
Wednesday, June 17, 20269:00 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. (MT)1.25 Ethics Credits – NACLive Webcast
and In-Person Registration Available
Registration Fee: $50
Law Students: $20

Elevate your understanding of modern legal ethics with the knowledge acquired by decades of being Idaho State Bar Counsel. With more than 80 years of combined experience, this engaging CLE program explores how today’s rapidly evolving technologies—from email and metadata to virtual hearings—are reshaping the ethical duties attorneys must navigate every day.
Discover how simple digital errors can snowball into major ethical issues, examine how jurisdictions treat inadvertent disclosures and metadata differently, and gain practical insights into your duty of technological competence in an era of remote practice. Through a blend of historic examples and current ethics cases, you’ll deepen your understanding of timeless challenges such as client candor and confidentiality—issues that remain as relevant today as in the days of the telegram.
Stay informed. Stay competent. Stay ethical in a digital world—all guided by seasoned Bar Counsel who have spent the last four decades advising Idaho lawyers.
Speakers:
Joseph N. Pirtle, Idaho State Bar Counsel
Brad G. Andrews, Retired Idaho State Bar Counsel
Hon. Michael J. Oths, Retired Idaho State Bar Counsel & Senior 4th District Magistrate

AI and its Use in the Legal Profession - Idaho State Bar Annual Meeting CLE Session 2
2026-06-17 10:30 - 12:00 | Jack’s Urban Meeting Place – JUMP, 1000 W Myrtle Street, Boise, Idaho, 83702
2026 Idaho State Bar Annual Meeting CLESponsored by the Idaho Law Foundation

AI and its Use in the Legal Profession – Idaho State Bar Annual Meeting CLE Session 2
Wednesday, June 17, 202610:30 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. (MT)1.25 CLE Credits – NACLive Webcast
and In-Person Registration Available
Registration Fee: $50
Law Students: $20

Artificial Intelligence is no longer a ‘future’ concept—it is actively transforming how attorneys research, draft, and deliver legal services today. This session offers a practical and accessible overview of AI’s expanding role in legal practice, from generative AI tools that assist with contract drafting to predictive analytics that help anticipate case outcomes.
Participants will gain actionable insights into incorporating AI into everyday workflows—including eDiscovery, document review, and client intake—while preserving the human judgment and ethical considerations essential to high-value legal work.
Speakers:
David M. Fogg, Cornerstone Tech and Estate Advisors, PLLC
Trapper S. Stewart, NetApp, Inc.

NextGen Bar Exam: What Attorneys Need to Know - Idaho State Bar Annual Meeting CLE Session 3
2026-06-17 13:30 - 15:00 | Jack’s Urban Meeting Place – JUMP, 1000 W Myrtle Street, Boise, Idaho, 83702
2026 Idaho State Bar Annual Meeting CLESponsored by the Idaho Law Foundation

NextGen Bar Exam: What Attorneys Need to Know – Idaho State Bar Annual Meeting CLE Session 3
Wednesday, June 17, 20261:45 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. (MT)1.25 CLE CreditsLive Webcast
and In-Person Registration Available
Registration Fee: $50
Law Students: $20

The NextGen Bar Exam will debut in Idaho in July 2026, replacing the Uniform Bar Exam and marking a nationwide shift toward assessing practice-ready legal skills. Unlike the traditional model focused on memorizing black-letter law, the NextGen Exam evaluates how well candidates can apply legal knowledge through tasks that mirror real-world practice—such as legal research, client counseling, analysis, and problem-solving.
This session will provide attorneys with a clear understanding of how the new exam is structured, the subjects and skill areas it assesses, and how its implementation may impact the next generation of lawyers. Attendees will gain insight into what these changes mean for mentoring law students, supervising new associates, and preparing their organizations for this significant transition.
Speakers:
Hon. Robyn M. Brody, Idaho Supreme Court
Maureen Ryan Braley, Idaho State Bar
Carole I. Wesenberg, U.S. Courts, Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals
Lane V. Erickson, Racine Olson, PLLP

Ligertown: The Escape and the Legal Saga That Followed - Idaho State Bar Annual Meeting CLE Session 4
2026-06-17 15:00 - 16:30 | Jack’s Urban Meeting Place – JUMP, 1000 W Myrtle Street, Boise, Idaho, 83702
2026 Idaho State Bar Annual Meeting CLESponsored by the Idaho Law Foundation

Ligertown: The Escape and the Legal Saga That Followed – Idaho State Bar Annual Meeting CLE Session 4
Wednesday, June 17, 20263:15 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. (MT)1.25 CLE Credits – NACLive Webcast
and In-Person Registration Available
Registration Fee: $50
Law Students: $20

In September 1995, the ‘Ligertown’ compound near Lava Hot Springs, Idaho, became the center of an eight‑day standoff after nearly 20 African lions and hybrid ‘ligers’ escaped their makeshift enclosures. The chaotic incident—often described as the ‘Waco of animal incidents’—ultimately resulted in the deaths of 18 big cats.
This session explores the lengthy legal battle that followed for owners Robert Fieber and Dottie Martin, who faced more than 100 misdemeanor charges, including animal cruelty and creating a public nuisance. Participants will also learn about the $30 million tort claim filed against Bannock County and the broader legal and policy implications that emerged from the case.
Speakers:
Richard A. Diehl, Jr., City of Pocatello
John J. Bulger, Hearn Law, PLC

How Ethics Rules Apply to Lawyers Outside of Law Practice (Live Audio Streaming)
2026-06-26 12:00 - 13:00 | Idaho
How Ethics Rules Apply to Lawyers Outside of Law Practice
Sponsored by the Idaho Law Foundation, Inc. in partnership with Freestone and WebCredenza, Inc.

June 26, 2026
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (MT)
*Live Audio Streaming Only
1.0 Ethics credit
Registration Fee: $55.00

Professional responsibility extends far beyond the courtroom and law office, creating unexpected ethical obligations in business ventures, board service, and consulting roles. This program illuminates the often-overlooked ethical duties that follow lawyers into non-practice activities and alternative career paths. Discover how to maintain professional integrity while pursuing diverse opportunities outside traditional legal practice.

Understand when professional conduct rules apply to non-legal business activities and investments
Navigate conflicts of interest in corporate board service and consulting arrangements
Address advertising and solicitation rules affecting lawyers in business and entrepreneurial roles
Manage confidentiality obligations when transitioning between legal and non-legal professional roles

2026 Munich, Germany
2026-06-28 08:00 - 2026-07-05 17:00 | Idaho
June 28 – July 5, 2026
Learn about international criminal law, ethics, trial advocacy, and comparative frameworks in Munich. Gain credit while visiting historic sites like Dachau and Nuremberg, connecting classroom learning with the rich context of European legal history.
CLE Sessions
– 10 CLE credits (2 Ethics)

A War Unlike Any War – Defining Atrocity and the Pursuit of Justice (.5 Ethics)
Justice for War Crimes (.5 Ethics)
Is A “So-So Politician” Really A Nazi?
Selecting A Judicial System
Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site with CLE Session (1 hour)
Making the Case
Evil on Trial – Opening Statements
Evil on Trial – Top 10 Moments from Trial
Evil on Trial – The “Other” Trials (.5 Ethics)
WWII History Excursion to Nuremberg with 1 CLE hour Session (.5 Ethics)

For more information on each conference, please click on the conference website, visit Destination CLEs or call Mary DeSpain at 907-231-2111.

2026 South Africa (Optional Add-On to Dubai) - SOLD OUT!
2026-07-13 08:00 - 2026-07-27 17:00 | Idaho
July 13-27, 2026

CLE Meets Safari: South Africa, Victoria Falls, Botswana journey.
CLE Sessions – 6 CLE credits

Business email compromise: Where does liability lie?
I’m Not a Cat: Ethical Lessons for Lawyers in the Age of AI
Legal Ethics/Professional Responsibility
Cybersecurity & Data Privacy Law
Commercial & Banking Law
Technology Law

For more information on each conference, visit Destination CLEs or call Mary DeSpain at 907-231-2111.

Norwegian Fjords CLE Cruise
2026-08-01 08:00 - 2026-08-08 17:00 | Idaho
August 1-8, 2026

Law & Landscapes. Earn CLE aboard the Sky Princess while sailing through the stunning fjords. Topics include AI in law, ethics, criminal law, and more, all in a relaxed, peer-driven environment that blends professional development with unforgettable scenery.
CLE Sessions – 10 CLE credits (2 Ethics)

Artificial Intelligence for Lawyers – Uses and Pitfalls
How Not to Be a Guardian – Scenes From the Movie WIN WIN
The James Baldwin/William Buckley Jr. Debate
Past, Present and Future, How Class Action Litigation has Shaped the Real Estate Brokerage Business industry
How AI is Changing the Practice of Law (2 hours Ethics)
From Public Defender to Prosecutor: A Unique Perspective on Justice

For more information on each conference, please click on the conference website, visit Destination CLEs or call Mary DeSpain at 907-231-2111.

2026 Alaska Cruise
2026-08-29 08:00 - 2026-09-05 17:00 | Idaho
August 29 – September 5, 2026

Wellness, Wisdom, and Glaciers. Where the law meets the stillness of the ocean. Complete CLE credits while cruising Alaska’s wilderness. Sessions focus on practical legal topics, ethics, and technology, combined with shore excursions to Sitka, Juneau, and Ketchikan for immersive experiential learning.
CLE Sessions – 6 CLE credits

Law & Legal

For more information on each conference, visit Destination CLEs or call Mary DeSpain at 907-231-2111.

2026 Colorado National Parks
2026-09-03 08:00 - 2026-09-12 17:00 | Idaho
September 3-12, 2026

Law Meets the Great Outdoors. Towering Mountains, Alpine Meadows, and Crisp Mountain Air. Earn CLE while exploring Rocky Mountain National Park, Mesa Verde, and more. Courses cover ethics, technology, litigation strategy, and environmental law, making your continuing education both practical and adventurous.
CLE Sessions – 8 CLE credits (1 Ethics)

Law & Legal
Mediation — What It Is, What It Isn’t, and What it Can Be
The Defense Base Act — A Basic Primer
ChatGPT for Lawyers: What It Is, What It Isn’t, and How to Use It Responsibly
Ethical Use of ChatGPT in Legal Practice: Confidentiality, Supervision, and Professional Judgment (1 Ethics)
Practical ChatGPT for Lawyers: Drafting, Brainstorming, and Workflow Efficiency

For more information on each conference, visit Destination CLEs or call Mary DeSpain at 907-231-2111.

2026 Fall New Attorney Program (Boise)
2026-10-23 08:00 - 12:30 | Boise Centre East, 195 S Capitol Blvd, Boise, Idaho, 83706
Sponsored by the Idaho Law Foundation, Inc.

Friday, October 23, 2026
8:00 am to 12:30 pm (MDT)
Boise Centre East
195 S. Capitol Blvd., Boise

*In-Person Attendance Only*
4.0 CLE credits of which 1.0 is Ethics – NAC Approved

Registration Fee:
Standard Registration $120.00
Day of Registration $135.00
The New Attorney Program consists of an introduction on Idaho practice, procedure, and ethics. This course meets the CLE requirements of Idaho State Bar Commission Rule 402(f)(3). Participants must be admitted and sworn into the Idaho State Bar for this course to count toward the New Admittee CLE requirement. If the participant will not be sworn in on or by October 23, 2026, they will have to wait until the spring of 2027, to take this course. *

Agenda
8:00 am Lawyering Skills
9:30 am Break
9:45 am Federal & State Judiciary Panel
11:15 am Break
11:30 am Idaho Lawyer Assistance Program
12:00 pm Idaho State Bar & Idaho Law Foundation Potpourri
12:30 pm Program Concludes
*The next course will be held in the spring of 2027, in person, in Boise.

2026 Casablanca, Morocco
2026-10-24 08:00 - 2026-11-01 17:00 | Idaho
October 24 – November 1, 2026

A $500 late registration fee will apply for registrations completed after June 26, 2026.
Law in the Medina. Experience Morocco’s vibrant cities while earning CLE. Sessions include ethics, trial advocacy, family law, and legal writing, combined with cultural excursions in Casablanca, Fez, and Marrakech for a unique professional and cultural experience.
CLE Sessions – 10 CLE credits (3 Ethics)

Building a Better Brief
The Ethics of Dealing with Juvenile Clients (1 Ethics)
Client and Attorney Wellness: How to Take Care of You and Your Client
Ethical Concerns When Representing Mentally Ill Clients (2 Ethics)
Stronger Oral Arguments

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2026 Western Caribbean CLE at Sea – Halloween Cruise
2026-10-25 08:00 - 2026-11-01 17:00 | Idaho
October 25 – November 1, 2026

Halloween Themed. Celebrate Halloween at sea while completing CLE. Topics include ethics, technology, trial tactics, and business law. Enjoy themed networking events and Caribbean ports between engaging classroom sessions.
CLE Sessions – 12 CLE credits (4 Ethics)

Salem Witch Trials
The Murder Trial of Lizzie Borden
Death By Crowbar: Murder trial of Melinda Raisch
Ethics After Dark: Horror Stories From the Disciplinary Files (2 Ethics)
Tales From the Crypt: Ethical Violations as Seen on TV (2 Ethics)
Murder Trial of Candy Montgomery

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