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IndyBar: Rick Kammen, Guantanamo, Ethics and Why You Should Stick Around Saturday Morning of the Bench Bar Conference

May 15, 2018

Saturday morning of the Bench Bar is usually reserved for an ethics lecture and a speaker with a PowerPoint presentation and a few canned jokes that you have likely already heard before. But this year we are we will be interviewing Rick Kammen in front of an audience about his defense of Abd al-Rahim al-Nashiri, the ethical considerations he faced and then we will allow the audience to ask some questions.

IndyBar Members Gather to Celebrate 25- and 50-Year Practitioners

May 15, 2018

A wonderful night was had by all at this year’s Practice Milestone Celebration! On May 10, friends and family spent the evening at the Woodstock Club honoring IndyBar members who’ve achieved 25 and 50 years of practice in law.

IndyBar: Attorneys Draft Wills, Advance Directives During Free Wills Clinic

April 27, 2018

On Tuesday, April 24, volunteer IndyBar attorneys drafted free wills and advance directives for members of the public at the John Boner Neighborhood Center and the Haughville branch of the Indianapolis Public Library.

IndyBar: Melissa Wakefield Named IndyBar Paralegal of the Year

April 27, 2018

The Indianapolis Bar Association is proud to recognize Melissa Wakefield of Bose McKinney & Evans LLP as the association’s Paralegal of the Year for 2018. Wakefield will be honored with the award at the IndyBar Paralegal Appreciation Luncheon on Thursday, May 31, at the Hilton Indianapolis.

IndyBar: Women’s Rights, At-Risk Youth Among Project Focus for 2018 Bar Leader Series

April 27, 2018

The IndyBar Bar Leader Series Class XV has been working hard since September to be stronger, more effective leaders, both in their legal careers and in the community.

IndyBar: Practice Builder a Comprehensive Product Focusing on Building a Law Practice

April 27, 2018

With Practice Builder, the IndyBar has taken some of the “hitting the pavement” elements out of the process of starting your own firm. Practice Builder is designed to give new firms and those taking the plunge and starting their own shops a place to go, ask questions, get answers and develop their law firms.

IndyBar: 50-Year and 25-Year Practitioners: Come Help IndyBar Celebrate!

April 27, 2018

Every year, the Indianapolis Bar Association has the privilege to honor our members who have hit the 25- and 50-year marks in their career. Please plan to join us at this year’s shindig at the Woodstock Country Club on Thursday, May 10, from 5 to 7 p.m.

IndyBar: Then and Now — Reflecting on 50 Years of Life in the Profession

April 17, 2018

Filled with tragedy, joy, loss and happiness, events of 50 years ago remain clear in the minds of colleagues who’ve been fortunate enough to have practiced law since then. We had the chance to sit down with a few of them to gain insight to just some of the many things that have changed. Read on and register now to celebrate their accomplishments at the IndyBar Practice Milestone Reception on May 10.

IndyBar: It Takes Little Effort to Say, “Yes”

April 17, 2018

One trait common to most in the legal profession is the desire to help others. A little time, encouragement, or support goes along way. If you don’t have the time to lead a team or a committee, support somebody who does or sign up for your company’s caring events.

IndyBar: A Cornerstone of Courage — The Remarkable Impact of Judge Patricia Gifford

April 17, 2018

Judge Patricia Gifford occupied a special place in our legal profession as well as in our hearts for more than 30 years prior to her retirement in 2008.

IndyBar: Remembering Judge Patricia Gifford

April 17, 2018

Judge Patricia Gifford was a true leader of the entire legal community and a pioneer for women attorneys. She was recognized several times by the IndyBar, receiving the Silver Gavel Award in 2008 for her exemplary service on the bench and the Antoinette Dakin Leach Award, which honors trailblazing women in the profession, in 2006. Judges and lawyers share their remembrances.

IndyBar: Marion Superior Court Executive Committee Approves New Operational Model

April 3, 2018

The Marion Superior Court Executive Committee approved a new operational model on March 15, 2018.

IndyBar: Laramore: ILS is Grateful for You, IndyBar

April 3, 2018

We’re grateful to the Indianapolis Bar Association and to its members. You support our work through your financial contributions and your pro bono efforts.

IndyBar: 2018 FREE CLE Schedule for Downtown and Northside

March 20, 2018

IndyBar members get six hours of Free CLE each year with the IndyBar! Free CLE offerings are video replay selections of our most popular educational programs of the last year.

IndyBar Offers Top Ten Tips Northside Session Every Other Month

March 20, 2018

Start your day off with a quick seminar covering ten tips for various litigation-based trial skills topics.

IndyBar: Volunteers Needed for Spring Paternity Court Mediation Day

March 20, 2018

The IndyBar ADR Section Executive Committee is pleased to announce that we will host our Spring Mediation Day on May 11, 2018, at Faegre Baker Daniels (300 N. Meridian St., Suite 2700).

IndyBar: Words from the Wise: Derelle Watson-Duvall

March 20, 2018

Recently, Magistrate Kim Mattingly nudged us to gather wisdom from our more seasoned attorneys while we have the chance. This reminded me that I have one of those seasoned attorneys in my own office: Kids’ Voice’s own Derelle Watson-Duvall.

IndyBar: Bench Bar FAQs You Were Too Afraid To Ask

March 20, 2018

Dear current and future IndyBar members,
Congratulations! On behalf of the Indianapolis Bar Association, I am pleased to inform you that you have been approved for an invitation to the 25th annual Bench Bar Conference, which will be held in Louisville, Kentucky on June 14-16 at the Marriott in Downtown Louisville.

IndyBar: Nomination Period Open for Paralegal of the Year Award

March 6, 2018

Be sure to recognize and honor the important paralegal in your life by nominating him or her for the 2018 IndyBar Paralegal of the Year Award.

IndyBar: Ethical Marketing Tips and Tricks for Lawyers and Social Media

March 6, 2018

In 2018, the power and presence of social media outlets and usage is perhaps stronger than ever before. We live in an age when, for better or worse, information, interactions and interpersonal relationships may be discovered, created, and shared at the press of a button.

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