We at IAALS are deeply saddened by the passing of Daniel L. Ritchie, one of the founders of IAALS, Chancellor Emeritus of the University of Denver, and a businessman, philanthropist, rancher, and leader in the Denver community. Born in China
Institute for the Advancement of the American Legal System
The Institute for the Advancement of the American Legal System (IAALS) is an organization focused on improving the American legal system to make it more accessible, efficient, and people-centered. It conducts research, develops projects, and publishes resources aimed at reforming civil justice, family justice, the judiciary, legal education, and the legal profession. IAALS emphasizes innovation in court processes, judicial leadership, and legal regulation to better serve the public and adapt to modern challenges. Its work includes promoting judicial performance evaluation, simplifying court procedures, and exploring new pathways for legal licensure. IAALS also convenes leaders and offers practical guidance to foster systemic change in the justice system.
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IAALS Announces Inaugural Founders Award Recipient: Sam Walker
IAALS, the Institute for the Advancement of the American Legal System, proudly announces Sam Walker, Executive in Residence, Office of the Colorado Attorney General, as the recipient of its inaugural Founders Award. This honor is reserved for individuals who…
2024 Impact Recap: From Inspiring Leaders to Innovation in Action
As we begin 2025, IAALS is poised to make our biggest gains to date as we work to bring better access to our justice system for everyone. We have laid the groundwork for innovations across many states and sectors of…
Robert Southers Named 2025 Recipient of IAALS’ Alli Gerkman Legal Visionary Award
IAALS, the Institute for the Advancement of the American Legal System, announced today that it is awarding Robert Southers, Director of the Franklin County Municipal Court Self Help Center and Dispute Resolution Department, the fifth annual Alli Gerkman Legal Visionary…
AI and the Future of Legal Services: IAALS Convening Explores Unlocking Legal Regulation
By Ericka Byram
In November, IAALS held a two-day convening on Regulating AI in the Delivery of Consumer-Facing Legal Services, its fourth in a series of expert convenings designed to align industry leaders around strategies to unlock legal regulation. With the rapid…
Term Limits for the United States Supreme Court
The Constitution authorizes United States Supreme Court justices to serve during “good Behaviour”; as a practical matter, this has meant life tenure, given how rare legislative impeachment and removal are. Lifetime tenure has been the source of controversy in recent…
UPDATED: Term Limits for the United States Supreme Court
UPDATE: In the days following IAALS’ publication of this post, on December 9, Senators Joe Manchin (I-WV) and Peter Welch (D-VT) proposed a resolution that would amend the U.S. Constitution to limit Supreme Court justices to 18-year terms. More information…
Utah Sandbox Inspires Similar Regulatory Initiatives in Canada and other States
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Arizona Alternative Business Structure Program Reaches Major Milestone with 100th Participating Entity
To expand access to legal services, the state of Arizona has implemented alternative business structures (ABS), business entities that include individuals other than lawyers who have an economic interest or decision-making authority in a firm that provides legal services. The…
IAALS Expands Impact with Four New Board Members
IAALS, the Institute for the Advancement of the American Legal System, is thrilled to announce the appointment of four new members to its Board of Advisors. These leaders have dedicated their careers to challenging assumptions about what is possible when…