Janice Beth Binder

Janice grew up in and around Chicago but has spent the last few decades in rural Iowa. After law school, she was a legal aid attorney in Appalachia. Most of Janice's legal work has been providing services to the most vulnerable people in society, such as children and families in the child welfare system, low-income people, people in the LGBTQ+ community, people with disabilities, and non-profit organizations.

She is a recipient of the Congressional Coalition on Adoption Award, recognizing her meaningful work supporting foster youth. Janice is also a member of the ISBA Civil Rights & Public Interest Law Section and the ISBA Rural Section Member.

Janice enjoys research, writing, and helping people find solutions to their problems. She enjoys spending time with her children and grandchildren, her rescue dogs, and making art from recycled materials.