2026 Probate Seminar CLE

Save the date for the 2026 Probate Seminar held at Boyd Law Building and the ISBA Building.

Discover pivotal probate law insights at the 2026 ISBA Probate Seminar on Oct. 1. Explore estate planning, asset distribution, and legal nuances through interactive sessions led by experts in the field. Connect with peers, expand your legal knowledge, and earn essential CLE credits.

SCHEDULE
9:00 - 10:00 – Title XIX/Trust Modification
10:00 - 10:15 – Break
10:15 - 11:00 – Legislative Update - Jennifer Plumb, Kohorst Fischer Plumb Law Firm, PLLC
11:00 - 12:00 – Trust Modification Tips - Alexandria Ransom, Simmons Perrine Moyer Bergman PLC
12:00 - 1:00 – Lunch (provided with in-person registration)
1:00 - 1:45 – Public Guardian - Jennifer Donovan, Iowa Department of Health and Human Services
1:45 - 3:00 – Hot Topics Panel
3:00 - 3:15 – Break
3:15 - 4:15 – Ethical Use of AI
- Tyler Coe, Dentons Davis Brown PC

CLE CREDIT (pending)
6 state CLE hours which includes 1 ethics hour

REGISTRATION FEES (PROBATE SEMINAR ONLY)
The fees below represent the standard registration rates. After September 27, a $50 late fee will be added (law students and ISBA CLE season pass holders are excluded). ISBA Members and Non-ISBA Members - $200 ($250 after Sept. 27)
Law Students - Free
ISBA CLE Season Pass Holders - FreeREGISTRATION FEES (BUNDLE RATE)
ISBA Members and Non-ISBA Members - $375 ($425 after Sept. 27)
Law Students - Free
ISBA CLE Season Pass Holders - Free

Register for both the Probate Seminar and the Real Property Law Seminar on Oct. 2 and save.

REGISTER FOR THE BUNDLEContact the ISBA Membership Department at 515-697-7870 to join an ISBA section. Fee to join a section is $20.

ATTENDANCE OPTIONS
In-person attendance will take place simultaneously at both the Boyd Law Building (130 Byington Rd., Iowa City, IA 52246) and the ISBA Building (625 E. Court Ave., Des Moines, IA 50309). Lunch is provided to in-person attendees. A live webinar option will also be made available.

MATERIALS
Once registered, any event materials will be located below. From there, registrants can download the materials of their choosing. Please make sure you're signed into the ISBA website when trying to access materials. Hard copy materials are not available.

Sponsored by the University of Iowa College of Law and the ISBA Probate, Trust, and Estate Planning Law Section

Policies and Notices

Any cancellations must be received by September 30, 2026. No refunds will be given after this date. Please send cancellation request to cle@iowabar.org or call 515-697-7874.

Thursday, October 1, 2026 (all day)
Boyd Law Building
130 Byington Road, Iowa City, IA 52246
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Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa–sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact Amy Kassem in advance at 319-335-2326 or amy-kassem@uiowa.edu.