Articles from 2021

Tree out front of the Boyd Law Building

Law Journals spark passion for writing

Saturday, June 12, 2021
Emphasizing the impact of the written word, be it case briefing or policy written into law, sets Iowa Law alums apart from other institutions by placing significant attention on real-world problems and the language serving as their potential solutions.
The Class of 2021 outside the front of the Boyd Law Building

2021 Iowa Law Commencement Events

Thursday, May 13, 2021
We are very proud of what our students and faculty have accomplished and look forward to hearing about what the Class of 2021 will accomplish in the future. Join us in celebrating our distinguished class of law graduates.
Law, Health Policy & Disability Center receives a research grant for jail diversion research.

Law, Health Policy & Disability Center Awarded Grant from Nellie Ball Trust Research Fund

Thursday, May 6, 2021
The Law, Health Policy & Disability Center (LHPDC) was recently awarded a $35,000 grant from the Nellie Ball Trust Research Fund to support a one-year research project in collaboration with Polk County Health Services (PCHS) and the Polk County Jail Diversion Program. HPDC is one of many centers and institutes connected to the College of Law.
Pablo Guevara ('21) Iowa Law student

Pablo Guevara takes a chance on Iowa Law & finds BigLaw success

Friday, April 30, 2021
For third-year law student Pablo Guevara, ever since he was a child he’s slowly found himself steadily gravitating towards colder weather on his way to Iowa City for law school and beyond. Although Guevara thought he would be attending law school somewhere warmer, he’s now preparing to graduate in May and begin at Sidley Austin’s Chicago office after graduating, something he says Iowa Law alums played a big role in helping him achieve.
Iowa Supreme Court building in Des Moines, IA

All rise, judicial clerkship success at Iowa Law

Tuesday, April 20, 2021
A judicial clerk is an attorney that works for, and closely with, a judge. Clerks typically provide legal research, draft opinions, and provide general assistance to their judge or court. Although the law clerk won’t see their name at the end of the judicial opinion that they may have played a role in researching and drafting, their work is critical.
Exterior of University of Iowa Hospital

At the Intersection of Health and Law

Monday, April 12, 2021
Rapid changes in health care practices and regulations over the past few years have created a greater need for people who understand the convergence between law and health care, making Iowa’s JD-MHA combined degree program more appealing than ever for students and employers.
Civil Procedure class taught by Iowa Law professor Derek Muller

Iowa Law in the time of COVID – A year in review 

Thursday, April 8, 2021
This past year has been a difficult one. Yet despite many challenges and changes, the Iowa Law community has persisted and succeeded—hiring incredible faculty, recruiting a diverse student body, making a positive impact during the pandemic, advancing DEI initiatives, and giving students valuable experiences they need to succeed.
Sydni Eibschutz ('21) student spotlight image in Law Library

Southern CA-native heads east with the help of Iowa Law alum

Wednesday, March 31, 2021
“Unlike the other law schools I had previously checked out, I felt that Iowa Law was not trying to sell me anything. I got a really genuine impression from the school that impressed me.” Today, almost three years later, Eibschutz feels right at home in Iowa City and within the walls of Boyd Law, finding success in the classroom and out.