DTCI: Meet the 2021 DTCI Board of Directors
Meet the officers and directors of the Defense Trial Counsel of Indiana, who were elected at the November annual meeting. They assumed office January 1.
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IndyBar: Bon Voyage, 2020! From the Most 2020 IndyBar President Ever …
What I’ve learned from my leadership of IndyBar in 2020 is that our profession is more prepared and resilient than I could have imagined. Now, as we slowly begin to emerge from the pandemic, we will begin to see the ways in which our profession has changed for the short- and long-term.
IndyBar: Meet the President – Jimmie McMillian
Happy New Year! It is a true honor and privilege to serve as the 2021 President of the Indianapolis Bar Association. I am committed to working with our outstanding Board of Directors, committee, section and division leaders and staff to continue to meet and exceed our commitment to the practice of law, continuing legal education and community service.
Disciplinary Commission director Witte to retire
Longtime attorney discipline executive director G. Michael Witte will retire from his post, the Indiana Supreme Court has announced. Witte, a former trial court judge who has overseen the disciplinary commission for a decade, will step down next month.
IndyBar: Premium Job Candidates are Waiting For You: Sign Up to be a Sponsor and Employer for the IndyBar’s 2021 Diversity Job Fair
The 2021 IndyBar Diversity Job Fair planning is currently underway, and the employer and sponsor registration period is now open!
IndyBar: Three Reasons Law Students Should Take IndyBar Review Course
There are several reasons why a law student in Indiana should take the IndyBar Review course to prepare for the bar exam. Here are my top three as to why you should do it in 2021.
IndyBar: Fifty Years of Leadership with IndyBar
Nearly 50 past presidents came together to celebrate the IndyBar’s history and accomplishments. What was astounding was that we had past presidents spanning five decades. Indeed, the past presidents from 1970 (Skip Kappes), 1980 (Ray Good), 1990 (Don Buttrey) and 2000 (Karen Turner) all joined the numerous other presidents from years past.
IndyBarHQ Lobby Closed Through January 4
The lobby at IndyBarHQ will be closed through January 4, 2021. We’re still working for you, though! Please contact any of our helpful staff members by phone or email.
DTCI: Life lesson from a year in prison: Don’t take it personally
Nearly 30 years ago, between college and law school, I spent a year of my life in prison — working that is — as a correctional officer for the Indiana Department of Correction. While the work was anything but glamorous, I have always appreciated that experience, where I learned more than a couple of important lessons.
IndyBar: Construction Issues for the Development Lawyer
In the current ever-changing landscape, the development lawyer who takes a critical look at standard practices and finds new ways to help clients accomplish goals efficiently will play an invaluable role in the development’s success.
IndyBar: IndyBar’s Giving Raises Over $26,000 for Indianapolis Bar Foundation
It’s the season of giving and even during the hardships of 2020, generous sponsors, bidders and donors helped the Indianapolis Bar Foundation raise over $26,000 during IndyBar’s Giving, this year’s online silent auction to benefit the programs and initiatives of the foundation.
IndyBar: Volunteers Needed to Serve on IndyBar Law Practice Management Committee
Would you consider yourself to be an expert in law practice management? The IndyBar needs your services and expertise! We’re looking for volunteers to serve on the new Law Practice Management Committee.
IndyBar: Serve on the IndyBar Tax Section Executive Committee
The Tax Section of the Indianapolis Bar Association is in the process of selecting its slate for the 2021 Executive Committee and positions are available for new committee members.
Minority groups highlight need for diversity on all-white 7th Circuit
The lack of diversity on the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals – which would remain unchanged if nominee Thomas Kirsch II is confirmed to fill the current vacancy – is prompting minority groups to speak out and call upon elected officials and the judiciary to appoint judges from different racial and ethnic backgrounds.
IU Health’s Chambers becomes first in-house counsel to serve as DTCI president
Kori Chambers begins her year as president of the Defense Trial Counsel of Indiana seeking a smooth transition during a challenging era. She plans to continue the proposition championed by outgoing DTCI President Donald Smith that defense lawyers get a good bargain through their affiliation with the organization.
Tolbert, McCrum, Raman honored with DTCI 2020 awards
Defense Trial Counsel of Indiana is honored to announce the 2020 outstanding defense lawyers of the year.
IndyBar Guest Column: What I’ve Learned from 2020 and What I Hope for in 2021
There were a lot of things I was going to do this year, places I was going to go (conferences in French Lick, AFCC in New Orleans, a girls’ trip to Hilton Head … gone but not forgotten, clearly) that just went completely off the rails. Instead, I learned some things, experienced some “personal growth” and so far, I’ve survived. I thought I’d share some things in case you were feeling alone, or want to feel superior, or are just looking for some product suggestions.
IndyBar: Attorneys Deliver Peace of Mind During Free Wills Clinic
For years, IndyBar attorneys have helped community members living in poverty to safeguard their futures through the IndyBar’s Free Wills Clinics. This year, IndyBar volunteers (safely) set up at the Indiana Veterans Center to draft wills and advance directives for Indianapolis citizens at no cost.
IndyBar: Congratulations to the Graduates of the IndyBar Bar Leader Series Class XVII!
Congratulations to our most recent Bar Leader Series graduates! Class XVII celebrated the completion of their Bar Leader Series journey at a virtual graduation ceremony on Nov. 10.
IndyBar President’s Message: Salute to Our IndyBar Award Winners!
2020 has been (and no doubt will continue to be) like riding a roller coaster in a hurricane. Fortunately, for the IndyBar, we have a committed membership that has responded in amazing ways.