SEPT. 28-OCT. 11, 2022

Decades after returning home from war, Dentons attorney Dan Byron finally got the hero's welcome he deserved. Byron was recently honored with a visit to Washington D.C. as part of Indy Honor Flight and spoke with IL reporter Katie Stancombe about the trip and his service. Kevin Betz, co-founder of Betz + Blevins, is in a current battle of his own. Senior reporter Marilyn Odendahl recently chatted with Betz following his retirement due to Parkinson's disease. Also in this issue we have a story on an NIL initiative at Indiana University Maurer School of Law, an update on the infamous 2019 judges shooting at an Indianapolis White Castle, and a Focus story on nonattorneys and their place in mediation. Read those stories and more in the Sept. 28 - Oct. 11, 2022, issue of Indiana Lawyer.

Honored to serve: Dentons attorney, veteran celebrated on Indy Honor Flight

September 28, 2022 | Katie Stancombe

In the still morning hours before darkness lifted, 85-year-old Indianapolis attorney Dan Byron was boarding a bus headed for the airport. The Dentons Bingham Greenbaum partner was shuttled along with 86 other veterans to the Indianapolis International Airport at 4 a.m., where they settled onto an American Airlines flight dedicated solely to them. On Sept. […]

Collaboration and community: Foley joins Court of Appeals; takes Morgan Co. roots with him

September 28, 2022 | Katie Stancombe

Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb announced Judge Peter Foley’s appointment to the Court of Appeals on Sept. 14. He’ll succeed longtime Judge Edward Najam Jr., who retired this summer after more than 30 years of judicial service.

Students at IU Maurer helping fellow Hoosiers with NIL deals

September 28, 2022 | Jordan Morey

Through a new initiative created by Indiana University Maurer School of Law’s Center for Intellectual Property Research, law students are now working with IU Bloomington athletes to make sure they aren’t at risk when they sign off on an agreement.

A working man’s friend: Betz uses fighting skills sharpened in courtroom to battle Parkinson’s disease

September 28, 2022 | Marilyn Odendahl

Attorney Kevin Betz, co-founder of Betz + Blevins, has stepped away from his full-time work because of his ongoing battle with Parkinson’s disease. With medication and exercise, Betz has maintained his mobility but has struggled with fatigue.

Trial court rules abortion ban violates state constitution

September 28, 2022 | Marilyn Odendahl

The ruling that blocked Indiana’s new abortion law brought a mix of reactions, the reopening of abortion clinics, a pledge to appeal and an indication that the fight over reproductive rights could be long and messy. In a Sept. 22 order, Special Judge Kelsey Hanlon enjoined enforcement of Senate Enrolled Act 1, finding the state’s […]

Witnesses recall fallout of judges shooting during gunman’s trial

September 28, 2022 | Olivia Covington

Each of the four judges involved in a shooting at an Indianapolis White Castle recently took the stand for the prosecution, recounting with emotion the events of April 30 and May 1, 2019.

NAWJ conference to bring judges, ideas to Indiana

September 28, 2022 | Marilyn Odendahl

The National Association of Women Judges will be returning to the Hoosier State in October 2023 for its annual convention, which will bring judges from across the country and around the world to Indianapolis and put the spotlight on the Indiana legal community. Along with showcasing local lawyers, judges and law professors at the educational […]

Web Exclusive: Meet the judges: Jackson Superior Judge AmyMarie Travis

September 28, 2022 | Katie Stancombe

Jackson Superior Judge AmyMarie Travis is the latest Indiana trial court judge to be featured in the Indiana Lawyer spotlight series focused on the state’s judicial officers in more rural communities.

Indiana Court Decisions: Sept. 8-21, 2022

September 28, 2022 |

Read Indiana appellate court decisions from the most recent reporting opinion.

Beyond the law: Nonattorneys find their place in mediation

September 28, 2022 | Katie Stancombe

Mediation is often hailed as a helpful tool to keep parties out of court and focused on resolving their issues more efficiently. But individuals don’t necessarily have to be a licensed attorney in order to mediate a legal matter.

Going online for dispute resolution

September 28, 2022 | Jordan Morey

Online dispute resolution has grown in popularity since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, depending on who you ask, ODR could be defined in different ways. While many legal functions can now be completed by virtual means, Indiana’s judiciary didn’t have a “formal” ODR concept until last year. An ODR pilot project is currently […]

Dillman: Using elder law mediation to address aging issues

September 28, 2022 | Lisa Dillman

With the help of elder law mediation, the families can each consensus on aging issues without an expensive courtroom battle.

French: Managing blocks to successful commercial dispute resolution

September 28, 2022 | Peter French

Taft partner Peter French shares his thoughts on mediation in commercial disputes.

Law Student Outlook: National Hispanic Heritage Month: Building bridges

September 28, 2022 | Ingrid Radulescu

Because we are one week into National Hispanic Heritage Month, now is a great time to celebrate the history, culture and contributions of the Latinx community, especially here at IU Maurer.

Hammerle on… “Bullet Train” and “Fire of Love”

September 28, 2022 | Robert Hammerle

Columnist Robert Hammerle offers his opinions on the movies “Bullet Train” and “Fire of Love.”

Cardoza-Jones: Ethical questions raised by the conduct of Indiana AG Rokita

September 28, 2022 | Paula Cardoza-Jones

Recently reported evidence suggests Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita may have violated the following Indiana Rules of Professional Conduct, according to Paula Cardoz-Jones.