Our Mission
The IABA is the only national association of Iranian-American judges, attorneys, legal scholars, and law students in the U.S. with over 1,500 members and eight chapters nationwide. The IABA’s mission is threefold:
TO EDUCATE
our community about legal issues of interest and ensure that the public and our representatives are informed on such matters;
TO PROTECT
and advance the legal rights of Iranian Americans and other minority communities;
TO FOSTER
and promote the achievements of Iranian American legal professionals.
The IABA has quickly risen as a premier minority bar association and has been at the forefront of protecting the rights of Iranian-Americans and other minorities, whether in courtrooms or in meetings with our elected officials.
Our Initiatives
Networking & Mentorship
Building a connected, diverse legal community through events that foster growth and support.
Student Scholarships
Offering financial support to law students, including those dedicated to public service careers.
Advocacy & Coalition Building
Leading efforts to improve immigration and other laws that affect our community.
Training & Legal Education
Hosting sessions on key legal issues impacting Iranian and other minority groups.
Celebrating Achievements
Recognizing our members’ accomplishments in fields like politics, tech, and the judiciary.
About IABA
The Iranian American Bar Association (“IABA”) was formed in 2000 in the District of Columbia. Having begun with one chapter and only four founding members, IABA has grown to include eight chapters nationwide and a membership of prominent attorneys, law students, and members of the judiciary.
IABA is a professional organization that seeks to educate and inform the Iranian-American community about legal issues of interest and to ensure that the American public at large, our local representatives, and other government officials are fully and accurately informed on legal matters of interest and concern to the Iranian-American community. IABA also strives to foster and promote the achievements of Iranian-American lawyers and other legal professionals. IABA is an independent, non-religious, and apolitical organization. IABA is not a lobbying or advocacy group; it is primarily an educational organization.
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IABA Foundation
The Iranian American Bar Association Foundation (IABA Foundation) was formed in 2013 as the charitable affiliate organization of the Iranian American Bar Association (IABA). The objectives of this corporation are to carry out various charitable and educational activities within the Iranian-American community and to support IABA, as a professional organization. IABA, established in the year 2000, has grown to include nine chapters throughout the US, with a membership of over 1500 prominent attorneys, law students, law professors and members of the judiciary.
Support IABA FoundationEvents
IABA Southeast Retreat
August 23, 2025
Dear IABA Southeast Members, Family, and Friends, Please join us for the IABA Southeast Chapter’s Annual Retreat on Saturday, August 23, 2025, in Atlanta! A...
2025 Know Your Rights Series: LGBTQ+ Title IX
June 25, 2025
Know Your Rights Series: LGBTQ+ Title IX Join us for the next installment of our 2025 Know Your Rights Webinar Series on June 25 at...
[IABA Training Series] Training 1: Trump Executive Orders
June 10, 2025
Join us for the first in IABA's training series, where expert immigration attorneys Paris Scott and Medya Ansari, Esq. will break down the Trump Administration's...
Join IABA And Unlock Exclusive Benefits for Your Career and Community
Becoming an IABA member connects you with a powerful network of Iranian-American legal professionals, from judges to law students. You’ll gain exclusive access to the national attorney directory, enhancing your visibility and professional reach. Join us in supporting future leaders with scholarships and mentorship programs, all while advocating for laws that protect our community.
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Latest News & Posts
IABA Resource: Explaining the Supreme Court’s Decision in Trump v. CASA Inc.
Legal Advisory | June 28, 2025
The Supreme Court’s decision in Trump v. CASA, issued in a case involving birthright citizenship, limits the power of federal courts to...
Iranian American Bar Association’s Statement on the Israel-Iran Conflict
Press Release | June 19, 2025
The Iranian American Bar Association (IABA) expresses grave concern and alarm over the military Israeli strikes on Iran, and the escalating conflict...
Statement from the Iranian American Bar Association on the Presidential Travel Ban
Press Release | June 12, 2025
The Iranian American Bar Association (IABA) denounces the establishment of a new travel ban imposed on 19 countries, including a full suspension...
IABA Resource: 2025 Travel Ban Overview
Legal Advisory | June 6, 2025
The Trump Administration has issued a new Travel Ban Proclamation, targeting nationals from 19 countries, including Iran. This sweeping policy could have...
KNOW YOUR RIGHTS: A Guide for F-1 Students if Detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement
Legal Advisory | April 1, 2025
IABA has created a comprehensive Know Your Rights guide, available in both English and Farsi, to assist F-1 international students detained by...
In Defense of Academic Freedom and Fair Process: Support for Dr. Helyeh Doutaghi
Press Release | March 28, 2025
As members of the legal profession committed to the rule of law, constitutional protections, and the integrity of legal education, IABA expresses...
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