NOV. 24 – DEC. 7, 2010
Read how financial planners and probate-focused attorneys are confused by the federal estate tax. See what Indiana University Maurer School of Law professor and former nominee for the Office of Legal Counsel Dawn Johnsen had to say about the nomination process. Learn more about what happened during this year's Organization Day.
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In case of dishonest lawyers
The nearly 50-year-old Indiana State Bar Association Clients’ Financial Assistance Fund has seen an unprecedented number of claims against a single attorney.
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Indiana traffic court issues dent judiciary’s public perception
Two central Indiana traffic court judges are under fire for their conduct and practices in their courtrooms, with one Marion Superior judge facing disciplinary charges after sparking statewide legislative changes and criticism from the Indiana Court of Appeals.
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Johnsen speaks publicly for first time in 2 years
Two years ago this month, an Indiana University Maurer School of Law professor was named to the transition team of President Barack Obama, not quite knowing where that experience would lead.
Read MoreCourt programs, economy among focuses of foreclosure conference
When it comes to the problem of mortgage foreclosures in Indiana, there appears to be no end in sight, at least not yet.
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Indiana law students raise awareness on animal welfare issues
To learn more about a number of legal concerns that involve animal welfare – whether those issues involve pets, livestock, or even exotic animals – students at Indiana law schools have started organizations affiliated with the national Animal Legal Defense Fund.
Read MorePrograms target older foster youth
For foster youth who are about to age out of the system or have already done so, there often is no support system. That decreases one’s chance of getting a good education and increases the likelihood that the former foster youth will end up homeless or become involved in illegal activity and be arrested after aging out.
Read MoreGeneral Assembly ready for new session’s business
With a new legislative session on the horizon, the Indiana General Assembly is going to be one to watch as it likely tackles a multitude of issues influencing the state’s legal community.
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Death and tax uncertainty
These days, it feels as though Uncle Sam is laughing at estate planning and wealth transfer attorneys.
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Viewpoint: I hope you read this
An anonymous young lawyer in Indianapolis discusses her anxiety issues and the Judges and Lawyers Assistance Program.
Read MoreDTCI: Medical Negligence vs. Premises Liability
When a patient is harmed during a medical procedure, a patient may elect to file a medical negligence claim against his physician and the health care facility in which the procedure occurred. However, when a patient is harmed during a hospitalization, should the claim still be pursued as one of medical negligence or is it more appropriately a premises liability claim?
Read MoreSidebars: Gamba Ristorante consistently top notch
Attorneys give Merrillville’s Gamba Ristorante four gavels.
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AG holds first criminal justice summit on death penalty costs
In what was the first of its kind in Indiana, the state Attorney General’s Office held a criminal justice summit at the University of Notre Dame this month to examine the critical issues the legal system faces from capital cases where the death penalty is utilized.
Read MoreFashion show supports charity; international events include Indy professors
An annual Fashion show and auction in Bloomington helped raise more than $2,000. Two IU – Indy law professors have spoken at international events this month.
Read MoreJudicial candidates lose elections
Two judicial candidates who’d faced Indiana Election Commission challenges earlier this year about their names even appearing on the ballot made it to the general election, but ended up losing the races and not getting to the bench in Lake and Allen counties.
Read MoreMendenhall gets 40 years for attack
Augustus Mendenhall, the attorney who attacked an Indiana state representative last year, received a 40-year sentence today from a Hamilton County judge.
Read MorePlaintiff attorney chosen to serve on judicial commissions
An Indianapolis plaintiff attorney has received the most votes from colleagues to join the Indiana Judicial Nominating and Judicial Qualifications commissions, and he’ll take a spot on a seven-person panel in January.
Read MoreSCOTUS reverses 7th Circuit a second time on capital case
An Indiana case has prompted the nation’s highest court to reiterate that federal courts can’t issue any writ of habeas corpus to state prisoners whose confinements do not violate U.S. law.
Read MoreChief’s recusal results in split Supreme Court
The same day it heard arguments about the dissolution of a Brown County fire district, the Indiana Supreme Court reinstated the intermediate court’s ruling on the case because of a 2-2 division caused by the recusal of Chief Justice Randall T. Shepard.
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Knox County Bar memorializes lawyer
The Knox County Bar Association adopted a resolution to memorialize former Indiana State Bar Association president E. Rabb Emison in mid-November.
Read MoreHickey: Be Thankful – Check
I am a firm believer that checklists improve efficiency and increase accuracy.
Read MoreIBA: Institute Offers Advocates an Invaluable Resource
The Indianapolis Bar Association’s Appellate Practice Section recently created the Indiana Appellate Institute, a resource available to lawyers throughout the state who have oral arguments scheduled before the Indiana Supreme Court or Court of Appeals.
Read MoreIBA: Law Students Learn What They Need to Know
Have you ever wished there was a manual for your relationships; your kids; your job? Law students are no exception, so the IBA created the What You Need to Know series.
Read MoreIBA: Bar Leadership for 2011 in Place
With nearly 40 groups within the Indianapolis Bar to provide service and support, it takes great leadership to accomplish the lofty goals set for each.
Read MoreIBA: IndyBar Job Bank is Ready to Serve You
Are you looking to a job? Are you looking to hire qualified legal professionals? The newly re-designed indybar.org website is a great way to make a connection.
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