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ila - best practives serving clients impacted by poverty

Best Practices for Serving Clients Impacted by Poverty

Presented by Samantha Wagner


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A discussion of poverty and the ways it impacts how low-income Iowans interact with the legal system and lawyers.

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A discussion of poverty and the ways it impacts how low-income Iowans interact with the legal system and lawyers.

ILA - attorney wellness 2023

Attorney Wellness

Presented by Angela Broughton-Romain, Fred Nelson, Josh Gaul


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A discussion on why attorney wellness is essential to professional competence and how mindfulness tools can enhance performance and overall well-being. READ MORE

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A discussion on why attorney wellness is essential to professional competence and how mindfulness tools can enhance performance and overall well-being.
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ila - afghan cultural competency

Afghans in Iowa: Providing Legal Services with Cultural Competency

Presented by Brynne Howard, Jennifer Block, Fatima Zirak, Kelyn Anker, Ann Naffier


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An overview of the Afghan culture and the Afghan resettlement experience in the US, including a discussion of best practices for providing culturally competent legal services. READ MORE

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An overview of the Afghan culture and the Afghan resettlement experience in the US, including a discussion of best practices for providing culturally competent legal services.
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ila - lawyers helping lawyers

Lawyers Helping Lawyers

Presented by Dan Moore


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An overview of resources for attorney’s physical and mental well-being, and identifying unhealthy habits that can impact one’s practice, and how to help fellow lawyers who may be struggling. READ MORE

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An overview of resources for attorney’s physical and mental well-being, and identifying unhealthy habits that can impact one’s practice, and how to help fellow lawyers who may be struggling.
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ila - insights for lawyers

Insights for Lawyers

Presented by Judge James Daane


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A discussion of tips, insights, and best practices for lawyers practicing in the courtroom.

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A discussion of tips, insights, and best practices for lawyers practicing in the courtroom.

ila - Ethics Update

Ethics Update

Presented by Tara van Brederode


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A look at attorney disciplinary cases and the process for investigating complaints and addressing misconduct.

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A look at attorney disciplinary cases and the process for investigating complaints and addressing misconduct.

ila - disaster legal issues

Timeline of Legal Issues in a Disaster: The Derecho Experience

Presented by Josh Gaul


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A discussion of the timeline of legal issues faced by disaster survivors. Topics covered include FEMA, housing, insurance, recoupment, appeals, Iowa disaster assistance grants, real estate issues, mortgage issues, contractor READ MORE

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A discussion of the timeline of legal issues faced by disaster survivors. Topics covered include FEMA, housing, insurance, recoupment, appeals, Iowa disaster assistance grants, real estate issues, mortgage issues, contractor issues, mechanic’s liens, and more.
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ILA - communication with clients with disabilities

Effective Communication with Clients with Disabilities

Presented by Daniel Van Sant


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A training on effective communication with clients with disabilities, including an attorney’s ethical requirements to keep clients with disabilities apprised of their cases in a method that provides effective communication. READ MORE

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A training on effective communication with clients with disabilities, including an attorney’s ethical requirements to keep clients with disabilities apprised of their cases in a method that provides effective communication. The presentation also explains types of disability accommodations attorneys need to know about, and other practical tips for meeting the ethical requirements.
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ila - family law update

Family Law Update

Presented by Elizabeth Rosenbaum


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An overview of trending topics in family law, what lawyers are seeing in practice, and what resources and changes are on the horizon in the practice of family law. READ MORE

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An overview of trending topics in family law, what lawyers are seeing in practice, and what resources and changes are on the horizon in the practice of family law.
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