Interview schedule set for Lake Superior judgeship
Interviews with 19 applicants for the Lake Superior Court opening left by the resignation of Judge Jesse M. Villalpando are scheduled to take place next month over a two-day period.
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Supreme Court certifies 42 senior judges for 2019
The Indiana Supreme Court has certified or re-certified 42 judicial officers as senior judges for the coming year. The high court re-certified 33 senior judges and gave eight trial court judges and one magistrate received initial certification.
Allen Superior Court seeks magistrate judge to succeed Zent
The Allen Superior Court Criminal Division is accepting applications for a magistrate judge position that will open when Senior Magistrate David M. Zent becomes an Allen Superior Judge. Applications will be accepted to fill Zent’s seat in the Allen Superior Court Misdemeanor and Traffic Division through Nov. 30, with the position expected to be filled in December.
Public comment sought for Southern District Bankruptcy Court proposed amendments
The United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Indiana is seeking public comment concerning proposed amendments to the court’s local rules, including some required by changes to national rules. Comments are due by 5 p.m. Nov. 28.
Revised vote tally flips St. Joseph race, ousting probate judge
The St. Joseph Probate Court judge was unseated in Tuesday’s election, reversing earlier results showing Republican Judge James Fox had retained his office. Official final vote totals now show Democratic challenger Jason Cichowicz narrowly defeated Fox in the state’s closest judicial race.
19 to be interviewed for Lake Superior judgeship
The Lake County Judicial Nominating Commission will begin conducting interviews to fill an upcoming vacancy in the Lake Superior Court left by Judge Jesse M. Villalpando, following his decision to not seek retention earlier this year.
Man convicted at 15 in stepdad’s killing to leave prison
A judge in Warsaw, Indiana, is allowing a man who was 15 when he was sentenced to 25 years in prison for the fatal shooting of his stepfather to enter home detention earlier than expected.
Voters head to the polls to decide Senate, congressional races
Voters in Indiana and across the country head to the polls today to determine which party will control Congress and hold dozens of state and local elected offices — although thousands more voters than usual have already cast a ballot.
COA to hear arguments in Hendricks, Tippecanoe counties
The Indiana Court of Appeals will hear two oral arguments on the road this week when it travels to Hendricks and Tippecanoe counties on Monday and Thursday.
Southern District seeks comment on McKee reappointment
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana is seeking comment on whether Magistrate Judge Craig M. McKee should be recommended for reappointment. The current term for McKee, who works in the Terre Haute Division, expires August 22, 2019.
Bankruptcy court seeks comment on proposed rule changes
The United States Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Indiana is seeking public comment concerning proposed changes to the court’s local rules. The proposed changes to Rule B-4004-2, now known as Discharge in Chapter 13 Cases, would make the rule applicable to both Chapter 12 and 13 cases.
Bankruptcy filings continue decline with 2.2 percent decrease in FY18
New bankruptcy cases filed for the year ending September 2018 have seen more than a 2 percent decrease from the year prior, the lowest for any 12-month period since June 2007. Bankruptcy filings fell by 2.2 percent for the year end Sept. 30, 2018 compared to the year ending Sept. 30, 2017.
Sweeney to take ceremonial oath as judge next month
The Indiana Southern District Court’s newest member, Judge James R. Sweeney, will be ceremonially sworn into office next month. Sweeney’s investiture ceremony will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 16, at the Birch Bayh Federal Building and United States Courthouse in downtown Indianapolis.
Cameras allowed in court next month for National Adoption Day
In celebration of National Adoption Day, Hoosier families will once again have an opportunity to smile for the camera in the courtroom. The Indiana Supreme Court has announced its authorization of cameras in court for uncontested adoptions during the month of November, allowing photography and video of the adoption proceedings.
Nearly 300 passed Indiana bar exam in July 2018
Here is the list of those who passed the Indiana Bar Exam in July, many of whom took their oaths as lawyers at the Indiana Bar Admission Ceremony Oct. 16.
Indiana Court decisions – Oct. 10-24, 2018
Read Indiana appellate court opinions from the most recent reporting period.
Justices agree to hear case regarding ‘obscene’ material on cellphone
The Indiana Supreme Court granted one transfer request and denied 18 others last week, agreeing to hear argument as to whether content found on the phone of a man convicted of sexual misconduct with a minor is considered obscene under an Indiana statute.
Court of Appeals heads southeast to hear arguments
The Indiana Court of Appeals will head southeast next week to hear two oral arguments, starting with a wrongful death case.
Immigration and health policy subject of symposium
Questions about what happens when immigration and health policy collide in the current administration will be answered on Friday during an annual health law symposium at Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law.
Southern District renews warning against jury duty scam
Increasing jury duty scams have led the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana to once again warn Hoosiers of potentially falling prey to an illegitimate summons. The court is reminding the public of tips to safeguard against scammers.