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The Ethics of Representing Children and Sibling Groups in Child Protection

Join Jessalyn Hopkin, an Juvenile Deputy Public Defender from Bannock County, and Stacy Pittman, a private attorney who does Child Protection/Guardian Ad Litem cases, to review ethical obligations public defenders have to their clients, and if or how that obligation applies to a child client. They will also discuss obligations on when to withdraw from […]

Trial Tips for Defending Domestic Battery Cases

Join Idaho-based attorney Mistie Bauscher to learn more about defending domestic battery cases in Idaho. Mistie graduated magna cum laude from Gonzaga in 2004, obtained her Juris Doctorate from the University of Idaho in 2010, and immediately began representing defendants in criminal cases and trying cases before juries.  Mistie has been a member of the […]

Darrell Bolz Public Defense College 2025

The Darrell Bolz Public Defense College is an annual, week-long program where the SPD, the National Legal Aid & Defender Association (NLADA) and more than two dozen faculty, including local and national experts, provide rigorous training emphasizing trial skills, client-centered strategies, and supportive networks. It is open to all attorneys practicing public defense in Idaho.

Past Events

Ethically Navigating Challenges in Attorney-Client Relationships

The program will include details and discussion about ethical responsibilities, practical strategies on how to improve communications with clients, and info about what clients expect from their attorneys. The class is free to all public defenders – institutional and contractors....

Ethics in Public Defense

This program will focus on ethics issues that are unique to public defenders.  During the one-hour session, attorneys Ashley Alger and Tyler Maulsby will address the duties of competence (RPC 1.1), Confidentiality (RPC 1.6), and conduct before a tribunal (RPCs 3.2...

Unlock the Power of LexisNexis: Mastering Legal Research Efficiency

This training session empowers attendees with cutting-edge research and drafting techniques, leveraging the full capabilities of LexisNexis to streamline workflow and deliver exceptional results.  Participants explore advanced search strategies, including Lexis Answers, Ravel View, Code Compare, and Shepard's At Risk,...

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