JUNE 15-28, 2016
Lawyers who practice before Indiana’s Tax Court see big problems as the median time for cases to be decided increased from about one year to almost 2.6 years since 2011. The Indiana Supreme Court will decide whether records of civil forfeiture can be expunged. The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana is considering a proposed rule change that would mandate attorneys provide pro bono representation.
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Tax Court delays add years to cases
A recent report urges reforms after a study finds criticism among practitioners of long wait times for resolution of cases.
Read MoreSouthern District proposes mandatory pro bono program
Flooded by pro se litigants and under pressure from the appellate circuit to provide attorneys, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana is proposing the adoption of a mandatory pro bono program to supplement its volunteer pool.
Read MoreNew Coalition for Court Access aims to improve delivery of civil legal services
After establishing three committees to tackle the persistent problem of unrepresented litigants trying to maneuver their way through the state’s judicial system, the Indiana Supreme Court has decided to start over.
Read MoreSedia’s poetry provides appealing creative outlet
You may not know it, but Adam Sedia’s a poet.
Read MoreCan records of civil forfeitures be expunged?
The Indiana Supreme Court is considering whether files on property judgments "relate to the person’s felony conviction."
Read MorePhishing for your firm’s money
Scams targeting companies are become more high-tech, polished, and grammatically correct.
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Making an impact with justice in mind
The Indianapolis Bar Foundation’s grant program aids legal-related projects.
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Indiana fights discrimination ruling against trial court
A federal court ruling that a Marion County court discriminated against a deaf man who was denied an interpreter for his court-ordered mediation is being appealed by the state, which argues he lacked standing to bring the suit under the Americans with Disabilities Act and state courts should be immune from such judgments.
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Indianapolis personal injury firm boasts 5 ITLA presidents, 4 related
Serving in the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association is more than a professional interest for the Indianapolis personal injury firm of Young & Young. It’s in the blood of the sons that carry on the tradition of one of the ITLA’s 10 founding members.
Read MoreStaging CLEs with a trial lawyer focus
Indiana Trial Lawyers Association program planners tout mix of top national and state attorney presenters.
Read MoreUlmer, Limontes receive top annual ITLA awards
The awards were handed out in May at the 28th Lifetime Achievement Seminar Awards luncheon.
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Jerrells: Thoughts on the Ad Hoc Tax Court Task Force report
Though naysayers may decry the costs of adding a magistrate, two additional judges, or both, it would be a small cost to avoid justice delayed and, therefore, justice denied.
Read MoreHammerle on…’Me Before You,’ ‘Love & Friendship’
Bob Hammerle says “Love & Friendship” defines why people like him love movies.
Read MoreTechnology Untangled: Some thoughts on email security and encryption
Email security is about more than just keeping attachments secure until they reach the intended destination. There is also the concern about who may be looking at the body of your transmissions along the way.
Read MoreDTCI: Experience New England in the fall with defense colleagues
My dear defense lawyer colleagues, it is time to plan to attend the Defense Research Institute 2016 Annual Meeting!
Read MoreQuick: Showcase your face in internet videos to attract new clients
More law firms are spending more of their marketing dollars on web-based online videos instead of traditional television advertising. Done right, this strategy can actually save you a ton of money and be more effective as you can really target your customers wherever they are.
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Indiana Court Decisions – May 24 – June 7, 2016
Read summaries of recent appellate decisions.
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Moberly: A Quarter-Century In, She’s A Legend for a Lifetime
Well, I can tell you about one person who has worked at the same place for 25 years—our Executive Director, Julie Armstrong.
Read MoreIndyBar: Get on Board! Nominations Open for 2017 Board of Directors
The nominations for The IndyBar’s 2017 Board of Directors are now open, and it’s up to you to help determine the future of your local bar association! Several positions, noted below, will be available in 2017.
Read MoreIndyBar: Deadline Approaching for 2016 Impact Fund Grant
Through the Impact Fund, the Indianapolis Bar Foundation works to these bring important and impactful projects to life.
Read MoreIndyBar: Stock the Schools and Help Local Kids
Bring your lightly-used or no longer needed office supplies like folders, notepads, pens, art supplies and more to Monument Circle on July 20 and you’ll not only clear out your own clutter—you’ll help teachers working hard to educate our local schoolchildren.
Read MoreIndyBar: Meet Antoinette Dakin Leach
To recognize the accomplishments of female attorneys in central Indiana, the IndyBar’s Women & the Law Division presents the Antoinette Dakin Leach Award.
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