Legal community remembers longtime judge
Judge Robert Brown was known for patience and professionalism.
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Indianapolis to host national championship
In 2013, the city of Indianapolis will host an event that brings the best and brightest of our nation’s high schoolers to the Circle City.
Magic, music on the menu for ISBA annual meeting
Lawyers with a flair for entertainment will have the opportunity to shine this year at the Indiana State Bar Association’s annual meeting.
Litigator enjoys the challenges of roller derby
Personal injury attorney M. Brady Beyers became a fan of roller derby in 2009, but he didn’t expect that two years later he’d be playing the game himself. Eventually, a friend talked him into it.
Crown Point lawyer leaving for Peace Corps
On Sept. 19, attorney Connie Postelli will leave legal practice behind and depart for a two-year stint in the Peace Corps. Postelli will be teaching English in Ukraine. But she knows little else about her trip.
Former Jackson Circuit Judge Robert R. Brown dies
Robert R. Brown, retired Jackson Circuit judge, died Sept. 12 at his Brownstown home. He was 78.
2 Indiana lawyers part of legal team representing plaintiffs in 9/11 litigation
Even now, chills run down Mary Beth Ramey’s spine when she stands along the canal in downtown Indianapolis and thinks about how that spot ties into the litigation she’s been involved in for the past decade.
Bar foundation names ‘legendary lawyer’
The Fellows of the Indiana Bar Foundation have chosen Leslie Duvall as the 2011 Legendary Lawyer. On Sept. 27, Indianapolis firm Lewis & Kappes will hold a ceremony in his honor.
Off the beaten path
Two thirsty cowboys descend from a winding forest trail and hitch their horses to a post. They saunter about 100 paces to the tavern to grab a beer, where a tattooed bartender is watching the only TV in town, and Patsy Cline’s voice drifts from the stereo. An elderly couple enjoys a post-lunch stroll in the garden, and in the distance, the high-pitched whine of a table saw means the handyman is hard at work, as usual. This is life in Story, a tiny patch of paradise that began as a logging town in 1850.
Legal Aid Society to hold 70th birthday celebration
The Indianapolis Legal Aid Society has scheduled a celebration in honor of its 70th birthday on Sept. 16. The guest speaker is Bobby Knight, former Indiana University basketball coach.
Jefferson County celebrates reopening of courthouse
A fire in May 2009 displaced the courts and government offices. After more than two years, they were able to move back into the courthouse.
Foundation hosting golf fundraiser
Christ is my Big C, a charitable foundation started by attorney Stephenie Jocham to help cancer patients, is seeking sponsorships, foursomes, and silent auction items for an Oct. 17 golf tournament.
Foundation in memory of attorney hosting golf fundraiser
Christ is my Big C, a charitable foundation started by attorney Stephenie Jocham to help cancer patients, is seeking sponsorships, foursomes, and silent auction items for an Oct. 17 golf tournament.
Lawyer pays his ‘civic rent’ through donation
An Indianapolis attorney hopes he can help spread the word in the legal community about the need for potential blood and bone marrow donors.
Tie optional
Firms cite practicality and employee satisfaction in adopting relaxed dress codes.
Jefferson County Courthouse reopens
More than two years after an accidental fire destroyed the Jefferson County Courthouse roof and heavily damaged the upper floor, those displaced by the fire have moved back into the landmark.
CLEAR center receives Regenstrief grant
The Center for Law, Ethics, and Applied Research in Health Information at Indiana University Maurer School of Law has received a $425,000 grant from the Regenstrief Foundation Inc., which will be used to make renovations and add amenities to its office space.
Attorney named as new Julian Center leader
The Julian Center, a nonprofit providing counseling and other services to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and other life crises, has announced that Melissa Pershing will be the center’s new executive director.
DCS to host Foster Families Night at Gary baseball stadium
As a part of the series of events the Indiana Department of Child Services is holding to show appreciation for foster families, a Foster Families Night will be held Aug. 13 at the Gary SouthShore RailCats game.