Longtime Kosciusko County judge dies
A former judge in Kosciusko County died Wednesday. Hon. C. Robert “Bob” Burner was 81.
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Valparaiso professor to receive animal law award
Valparaiso University School of Law Professor Rebecca J. Huss will be given the Excellence in the Advancement of Animal Law Award at the American Bar Association’s annual meeting in August.
Governor names new public access counselor
Gov. Mitch Daniels has appointed Joseph Hoage as Indiana public access counselor. He replaces Andrew Kossack, who recently resigned to take a position with the Indiana Department of Education.
New program to study mediation in custody disputes
A joint project between the University of Notre Dame Law School’s legal aid clinic and the College of Arts and Letters’ Center for Children and Families will examine the effectiveness of mediation in child custody disputes – specifically the success of educational programs required by the courts and whether the type of mediation used makes a difference.
Disciplinary Actions – 7/20/11
Read who has been suspended recently by the Indiana Supreme Court.
Foster Family day July 20 at museum
The Indiana Department of Child Services is teaming up with the Indianapolis Colts and The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis for an event for Indiana foster families July 20. Licensed foster families will receive free admission and will be able to visit with the Colts’ mascot and get autographs from Colts cheerleaders.
Criminal Law and Sentencing committee meeting rescheduled
The Criminal Law and Sentencing Policy Interim Study Committee’s July 14 meeting has been rescheduled for 1 p.m. July 28 in Room 431 of the Indiana Statehouse.
MCBA’s Kuykendall Conn Dinner tonight
CNN legal analyst and attorney Asuncion "Sunny" Hostin is the featured speaker tonight at the bi-annual Kuykendall Conn Dinner hosted by the Marion County Bar Association.
Arguments for woman who claims she was wrongfully convicted
The case of a woman who contends she was wrongfully convicted of arson and murder because of faulty science will be heard by the Indiana Court of Appeals July 13.
31 students prepare for law school as ICLEO Fellows
The Indiana Supreme Court has announced this year’s Indiana Conference for Legal Education Opportunity Fellows, who are currently preparing for the start of the fall semester.
Valparaiso law school recognized for reconstruction of Heritage Hall
Valparaiso University School of Law was honored by the Valparaiso Chamber of Commerce at the 44th Annual Community Improvement Awards luncheon.
Court awarding grants for CHINS, parental termination programs
The Indiana Court Improvement Project is giving out up to $350,000 in grants aimed at helping children and families who are navigating through the state’s child welfare system.
Disciplinary Actions
Read about disciplinary action recently handed down by the Indiana Supreme Court.
Indiana Bar Foundation announces new board
New Albany attorney J. Mark Robinson has been named president-elect of the Indiana Bar Foundation, and Michael Bishop will become the new board president. The positions were named at the foundation’s June 17 meeting.
On the Move – 7/6/11
Read about movement, leadership elections, and honors bestowed in the legal community.
Indiana judges to present at pro bono event
Indiana Supreme Court Justice Frank Sullivan, appellate Judge Nancy Vaidik and lawyers and judges from Pro Bono District One will be among the presenters at a daylong event July 22 at Valparaiso University School of Law. The event, “A Potpourri of Timely Topics,” is co-sponsored by the law school and NWI Volunteer Lawyers.
Anti-terrorism simulation documentary wins Emmy Award
A documentary about the 2009 anti-terrorism simulation exercise hosted by Indiana University School of Law-Indianapolis won an Emmy Award.
Attorney general appealing Planned Parenthood decision
Indiana Attorney General Greg Zoeller has filed a notice of appeal regarding the recent decision by U.S. Judge Tanya Walton Pratt to halt enforcement of a new law which withholds funding from abortion providers.
Recount commission rules in favor of secretary of state
Indiana Secretary of State Charlie White will remain in office. The Indiana Recount Commission voted 3-0 in favor of White, finding the Indiana Democratic Party didn’t provide sufficient evidence that White wasn’t eligible to take office.
Justices take certified question on railroad issue
The Indiana Supreme Court has accepted a certified question posed by the United States Court of Federal Claims regarding railbanking and interim trail use.