ABA removes Valparaiso Law School censure
Valparaiso Law School is no longer under censure by the American Bar Association, according to a notice from the council of the ABA’s Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar.
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IndyBar: Attorneys Needed for Naturalization Ceremonies
Twice a month, a ceremony at the U.S. Courthouse welcomes newly naturalized American citizens. It’s an awe-inspiring ceremony–and you can be a part of it. Indianapolis Bar Association attorney members participate in the naturalization ceremonies by handing out a booklet containing the U.S. and Indiana constitutions and presenting brief remarks.
IndyBar: Behind the Blog — Meet Marcia Oddi
Every year the Indianapolis Bar Association’s Women & the Law Division considers honoring one woman from the Indianapolis legal community with the Antoinette Dakin Leach Award. This year’s recipient is Marcia Oddi from the Indiana Law Blog.
IndyBar: Lee Christie to Lead Indianapolis Bar Foundation in 2020
The Indianapolis Bar Foundation Nominating Committee has announced its slate of officers for 2018, naming Lee Christie of Cline Farrell Christie & Lee to the position of First Vice President.
IndyBar: Recognition Awards Honor Indy’s Leading Legal Professionals
Each year, professionals throughout the Indy legal community are honored by the IndyBar at the annual Recognition Breakfast. This year’s event will take place on Tuesday, November 21 at Meridian Hills Country Club.
IndyBar: Nissa’s News
Last April, our Indiana Legislature enacted a new process for selecting judicial officers in Marion County. Here is a general overview of how the process will work.
IndyBar: A Look Back at 50 Years as a Lawyer
To get a better idea of what it means to spend 50 years devoted to the profession, some IndyBar honorees shared an inside glimpse at some of their best memories in the field.
DTCI Award Recipients Named
In conjunction with its 2017 Annual Meeting in French Lick Nov. 16-17, the DTCI will recognize the outstanding defense lawyers of the year.
DTCI: The Misadventures of the Traveling Employee
When analyzing the issue whether an employee was within the scope of employment for purposes of a commercial general liability policy, courts generally apply the law of the applicable state regarding agency or vicarious liability.
Asian-American attorneys group hosts inaugural banquet
The image of G. Michael Witte standing as the lone Hoosier Asian-American jurist 35 years ago contrasted starkly with the crowd he addressed Thursday, when the Indiana Chapter of the National Asian Pacific American Bar Association hosted its inaugural banquet.
DTCI: Unexpected blessings of bar association membership
This column ponders the perhaps unexpected benefits of membership in bar associations.
DTCI 2017 Annual Conference and Meeting Agenda
Find out what’s on tap for the November event.
DTCI: Medical Malpractice Case Law Update for 2017
Medical malpractice law is changing in Indiana, and here is a look at some significant cases from 2017.
Susskind to share views on shifting legal market at ISBA annual meeting
Richard Susskind — attorney, professor, author and consultant — believes technology will fundamentally change the practice of law and what lawyers do. His views draw attention, spark debate, and will be featured in a speech to the Indiana State Bar Association.
Metzel prepares to lead ISBA at time of transition
Andi Metzel views her presidency, which coincides with the transition to a new Indiana State Bar Association executive director, as an opportunity for the bar association to reflect on its mission and refine how its services meet the needs of its members and their clients.
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.
DTCI: 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.
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.
IndyBar Diversity Job Fair Celebrates 10th Year
Students from near and far gathered in Indianapolis for the 2017 IndyBar Diversity Job Fair. Welcomed by the legal community at a reception held on Monday, Aug. 14, the fair officially kicked off with interviews on Tuesday, Aug. 15 at the Hilton Indianapolis.