Change to public employee annuities spurs exodus in Porter County
A northwestern Indiana judge will lose a combined 67 years of experience this month when all three of his employees retire.
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Minkler promoted to acting U.S. Attorney
Josh J. Minkler, 51, was named Friday to lead the federal prosecutor’s office for the Southern District of Indiana. As acting U.S. attorney, Minkler replaces former U.S. Attorney Joe Hogsett, whose final day on the job was Thursday.
State courts open bidding for e-filing manager
The Indiana Division of State Court Administration is soliciting competitive bids for a statewide electronic filing manager to assist with the coming requirement for electronic filing in trial courts.
Distinguished Neutrals create Indiana chapter
The National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals has launched an Indiana chapter with 17 attorneys and former judges as charter members.
Disciplinary Actions – 7/30/14
Read who’s recently resigned or been suspended by the Indiana Supreme Court.
Donate school supplies through IndyBar July 30
The Indianapolis legal community is making a final push to help youngsters get the supplies they need as they head back to the classroom.
Hogsett joining Bose McKinney & Evans
Outgoing U.S. Attorney Joe Hogsett will join the Indianapolis law firm of Bose McKinney & Evans LLP, effective Aug. 1, the firm announced in a news release Monday.
Attorney general sues 7 accused foreclosure relief scammers
Indiana Attorney General Greg Zoeller filed lawsuits Wednesday against seven companies for allegedly operating fraudulent mortgage rescue or loan modification schemes, scamming Hoosiers out of more than $14,000 in fees. The suits are a part of a nationwide sweep against foreclosure relief scammers.
Simon, Lilly attorneys among top-paid general counsel
General counsel for two Indianapolis-based Fortune 500 companies are among the 100 highest-compensated corporate attorneys, according to Corporate Counsel’s 2014 Survey.
Commission approves retroactive reduction in drug trafficking sentences
The United States Sentencing Commission unanimously voted Friday to retroactively apply a reduction in the sentencing guideline levels applicable to most federal trafficking offenders. The change could impact the sentences of more than 46,000 prisoners.
Indiana joins multistate Apple e-book price-fixing settlement
Indiana consumers who purchased e-books at an artificially inflated price will share in a $400 million settlement with computer giant Apple Inc., Attorney General Greg Zoeller announced Friday.
Courts provide information about appellate judges up for retention
Voters looking to learn more about the four appellate judges up for retention on this year’s general election ballot can turn to a website designed by the Division of State Court Administration.
Grant applications for children, family projects due Aug. 14
The Indiana Court Improvement Program is accepting applications for projects designed to improve the well-being, safety and permanency of children and families involved in child in need of services and termination of parental rights proceedings.
Indiana Court Decisions – March 16-29, 2016
7th Circuit Court of Appeals June 25 Civil – Religious Display on Public Land Chris Cabral and Nancy Tarsitano v. City of Evansville, Ind.; Appeal of: West Side Christian Church 13-2914 An Evansville church that sought to display multiple six-foot-tall crosses along the city’s public Riverfront cannot appeal the court order that prevents the city […]
St. Joseph Family Justice Center marks 10th year with national event
The Family Justice Center of St. Joseph County, a one-stop help center for victims of domestic violence and their children, is marking the 10th anniversary of its founding with public events and training sessions as it hosts the National Family Justice Center Initiative Wednesday through Friday.
On the Move – 7/16/14
Read who’s recently joined Indiana firms, been honored or been appointed to a board.
Moberly to become chief bankruptcy judge Aug. 1
Judge Robyn L. Moberly, in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Indiana, has been appointed to replace Judge James K. Coachys as the court's chief judge. Coachys is retiring Sept. 30.
Director of northeast Indiana pro bono organization died July 3
Terry McCaffrey, the executive director of the Volunteer Lawyer Program of Northeast Indiana, died July 3. He was 55.
IU Maurer to begin offering scholarships to Wabash College grads
Indiana University Maurer School of Law and Wabash College have entered into an agreement establishing a scholarship and mentorship program for Wabash students interested in going to law school.