Iowa Code. Jud. Cond. 51:3.10
As amended through July 19, 2024
A judge shall not practice law. A judge may act pro se and may, without compensation, give legal advice to and draft or review documents for a member of the judge's family,* but is prohibited from serving as the family member's lawyer in any forum.
Iowa. Code. Jud. Cond. 51:3.10
Comment
[1] A judge may act pro se in all legal matters, including matters involving litigation and matters involving appearances before or other dealings with governmental bodies. A judge must not use the prestige of office to advance the judge's personal or family interests. See rule 51:1.3.
[2] This rule does not prohibit the practice of law pursuant to military service.