Innovative court programs get funding support from Indiana Supreme Court
The Indiana Supreme Court has awarded more than $450,000 in court reform grants for the 2013-2014 grant cycle.
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Fort Wayne law firms merge, growing Carson Boxberger
The Fort Wayne law firms of Carson Boxberger LLP and Federoff Kuchmay LLP have merged, growing Carson Boxberger from a staff of 24 to 27 attorneys. The merger was effective Sept. 1.
ACLU suit targets Evansville schools’ service-dog restrictions
Evansville public schools’ restrictive policy on service dogs is a violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the ACLU of Indiana contends in a federal lawsuit filed on behalf of two high-schoolers whose medical conditions require the animals.
Southern District Bankruptcy Court amends rules
New rules in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Indiana regarding wage assignment orders in Chapter 13 cases and additional requirements for electronic filing will be effective Sept. 23, according to an order posted Thursday.
Survey: Midlevel associate satisfaction hits new high
Associates in their third, fourth and fifth years at large law firms report the highest overall level of job satisfaction seen in the 10-year history of a survey on the topic.
Family Justice Center of St. Joseph County awarded grant to expand project
The Family Justice Center of St. Joseph County has been awarded a two-year grant to support its work with victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking.
State courts post job openings
The Indiana Supreme Court Division of Administration on Tuesday posted two job openings.
State courts post job openings
The Indiana Supreme Court Division of Administration on Tuesday posted two job openings.
Indiana Court Decisions – Aug. 7 to 20, 2013
Read updates on For Publications opinions issues by Indiana and federal appellate courts from Aug. 7 to 20, 2013.
Daily News 8/24/13
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Opinions August 26, 2013
Indiana Court of Appeals
Stephanie Murry v. State of Indiana (NFP)
49A02-1301-CR-39
Criminal. Affirms revocation of placement in Marion County Community Corrections
Gov. Pence turns to legal community for board appointments
A litigation attorney for the Indiana Department of Child Services, Luke Britt, has been appointed as the Indiana Public Access Counselor.
Convicted Conour wants to keep fees, attorney says
Despite pleading guilty to wire fraud on government charges that he took more than $4.5 million from at least 25 clients, William Conour’s public defender argues the former attorney is entitled to some $2 million in legal fees on cases other attorneys worked.
Zoeller announces launch of prescription-abuse website
Calling attention to the rising number of overdose deaths in Indiana, Attorney General Greg Zoeller announced a new website meant to help inform people about the risks and warnings signs of prescription drug abuse.
State courts post expungement forms online
The Indiana Division of State Court Administration has posted more than a dozen sample forms to petition for reduction or elimination of criminal records provided under Indiana’s new expungement statute.
State commission studying services for children sets first meeting
A commission created last year by the Legislature to better coordinate services for children will hold its first meeting Aug. 21.
Indiana Court Decisions – July 24 to Aug. 6, 2013
Read updates on For Publications opinions issues by Indiana and federal appellate courts from July 24 to Aug. 6, 2013.
Disciplinary Action – 8/14/2013
Read who has recently been suspended by the Indiana Supreme Court, received a public reprimand or resigned.