SEPT. 6-19, 2017
In order to create a common culture, law firms are emphasizing collaboration to keep attorneys and attract clients and new talent. An Indianapolis lawyer has been charged for stealing more than $85,000 from two special-needs trusts. Investigators and attorneys believe that may just be the tip of the iceberg. Despite a boost from the Trump administration, coal faces rocky prospects.
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Lawyer accused of stealing from special-needs trusts
Charged with theft, Kenneth Service faces a widening investigation into client accounts missing several hundred thousand dollars.
Read MoreIndy lawyer, multi-state team win $130M Missouri jury verdict
The second time was a greater charm for a legal team led by an Indianapolis lawyer who won a $130 million jury verdict this week for Missouri property owners. The judgment in a class-action lawsuit against a telecommunications company is likely to be among the largest in the nation this year.
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Hickey leading National Conference of Bar Presidents
After years of leadership in local and national bar organizations, Rubin & Levin P.C. managing partner Christine Hayes Hickey has assumed a new role that will allow her to provide leadership to other “lawyer-leaders” like herself: president of the National Conference of Bar Presidents.
Read MoreABA: Mental well-being of lawyers must be a priority
New report urges legal stakeholders to bring cultural change in profession plagued by addiction and mental health issues.
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Creating a common law firm culture
Law firms emphasize collaboration to keep attorneys as well as to attract clients and new talent.
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IBF recognizes Carmel attorney as 2017 Legendary Lawyer
John Proffitt’s colleagues have found him to be an important part of the legal profession, exemplifying not only the highest standards and ethics but also being active outside the practice of law to help the larger community.
Read MoreIndiana corporate counsel chapter to host first annual meeting, gala
Members of the Indiana chapter of Association of Corporate Counsel spoke, and the organization listened, planning its first annual meeting this month for the French Lick Resort and Spa.
Read MoreLGBT advocates praise ruling on changing gender marker
A recent Indiana Court of Appeals ruling that determined individuals seeking to legally change the gender markers on their birth certificates don’t have to publish notice of their intent to do so has LGBT rights advocates celebrating what they see as greater legal protection for transgender people.
Read MoreNAACP asserts new state laws disenfranchise Indiana voters
Within two weeks, the state of Indiana got hit with two lawsuits challenging new voter laws which the plaintiffs say are disenfranchising Hoosiers at the polls.
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Despite boost from Trump administration, coal faces rocky prospects
Coal is still king when it comes to power production in the Midwest, but despite a presidential cheerleader for the industry, changes in motion for years coupled with market forces are dimming the outlook for an ancient fossil fuel in sharp decline.
Read MoreStemerick: The DC Circuit hands Trump EPA an early defeat
The decision casts a shadow on other Trump EPA efforts to use agency discretion to review and reconsider Obama-era rules.
Read MoreGrills: How important is electricity to your clients?
No one expects the business lawyer to understand the complexities of energy markets, but the lawyer can know how energy impacts his or her client’s business and how to pull together the expertise to address the issues.
Read MoreEast Chicago residents want say in lead cleanup
The residents’ motion to intervene could impact Superfund site efforts beyond northwest Indiana.
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Bell: 3 things to know about ethics and the ‘heat of trial’
It is hard to describe what the “heat of trial” is, but an attorney knows what it is when he or she is in it.
Read MoreHammerle on… ‘Logan Lucky,’ ‘The Hitman’s Bodyguard,’ ‘Wind River’
Bob Hammerle says “Logan Lucky” is as unique as it is creative.
Read MoreTerms of Art: Back in the saddle — on workhorses, jockeying and free rein
I have long noted with interest the number of attorneys who not only harbor a love of the arts, but who also have a unique artistic passion. This resurrected — (praise be!) — column will feature such practitioner-artists in hopes of gleaning valuable insights from their experiences.
Read MoreDTCI: Highlights of DTCI Annual Meeting and Gala
The 2017 DTCI Annual Conference will be held Nov. 16-17 at the French Lick Springs Resort in French Lick. Because this year also marks the 50th anniversary of Indiana’s defense counsel organization, the association leadership is planning a memorable event.
Read MoreMental Fitness: Connecting outside the office, across state lines
When I allow myself the time to connect — locally or nationally, face-to-face or electronically — I am instantly reminded of how good it feels.
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Krieg DeVault seeks private emails of ex-partners who sued for owed compensation
The Indianapolis law firm of Krieg DeVault LLP has asked a court for the private emails of former partners who are owed compensation the firm refused to pay when they left more than two years ago.
Read MoreState sues to defend new law requiring out-of-state retailers to pay sales tax
The state of Indiana announced Monday evening that it filed a lawsuit in defense of a new state law that seeks to collect sales tax from out-of-state sellers.
Read MoreAnderson University hosting former US Attorney General Holder for Constitution Day
Anderson University will mark Constitution Day this year by hosting former U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder.
Read MoreCarmel performing arts center taps Krieg DeVault partner as new leader
The Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel announced Wednesday that it has named lawyer Jeffrey C. McDermott as its new president and CEO.
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IndyBar: Campbell to Lead Indianapolis Bar Association in 2020
The Indianapolis Bar Association’s Nominating Committee has announced the selection of Andrew L. Campbell of Faegre Baker Daniels LLP as the 2020 President of the Indianapolis Bar Association.
Read MoreIndyBar: Lawyers and Love in Central Park
While in New York, I had an epiphany. My revelation occurred on a stroll through New York’s Central Park on a beautiful warm and sunny day.
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IndyBar: Ida Hayes Named IndyBar Paralegal of the Year
The Indianapolis Bar Association is proud to recognize Ida Hayes of Indiana Legal Services as the association’s Paralegal of the Year for 2017.
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