IBA: IndyBar Member Selected as New U.S. Magistrate Judge
The United States District Court for the Southern District of Indiana recently announced the selection of Mark J. Dinsmore as the new United States Magistrate Judge.
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IBA: IndyBar to Honor Professionalism
On Thursday, September 30 the Indianapolis Bar Association is elevating the discussion of professionalism within the practice of law by hosting Mentors Who Matter – a luncheon highlighting some outstanding professionals in our legal community.
IBA: Diversity Job Fair
Three deserving students received Diversity Job Fair scholarships provided by Baker & Daniels LLP, Barnes & Thornburg LLP and Bingham McHale LLP.
Hickey: The Power of iNspiration
Sometimes, you get so busy that the weather out your window is as foreign as a fat-free Big Mac. Sometimes, you just need to stop and be inspired.
IBA: Free CLE for Pro Bono Volunteers
The Indybar’s Pro Bono Standing Committee is pleased to announce that the Julian Center, Neighborhood Christian Legal
Clinic ad Heartland Pro Bono are teaming up to present three CLE’s this fall.
IBA: Indiana Court Official to Lead National Court Organizations
Lilia G. Judson, executive director of the Indiana Supreme Court Division of State Court Administration, has been elected
vice-chair of the Board of Directors of the National Center for State Courts (NCSC).
IBA: Law Students Services Offered
As another school year begins, the halls of IU Law School-Indianapolis are once again filled with anxious and overwhelmed
first year students. Right away the IBA Student Division offers practical programming, networking, and fun events to help
students acclimate to their new setting.
IBA: Court to Conduct Magistrate, Commissioner Evaluation
The Marion Circuit and Superior Courts have announced they will be conducting a performance evaluation of all current Magistrates and Commissioners now serving those courts.
Indianapolis Bar Association forms PAC
The Indianapolis Bar Association may be the first statewide or nationally to create a plan aimed at combating judicial campaign-contribution
concerns on the heels of a landmark court ruling last year.
IBA creates PAC option for judicial campaign donors
After a landmark ruling from the nation’s highest court, the Indianapolis Bar Association has adopted an alternative
to direct judicial campaign contributions for those interested in donating to candidates vying for the Marion County bench.
Baker & Daniels hosts pro bono mediations
As a way to help judges and parties in paternity court in Marion County, an Indianapolis law firm recently offered conference
rooms and support staff for a day of pro bono mediation in its offices, something firm members say they hope other law firms
will consider if they have the available space.
IBA: Bar Leaders Sought for Board Service
It’s already that time of year, when attention turns to nominating the Indianapolis Bar Association Board of Directors
slate.
IBA: Surviving in the Legal Practice
Competition for solo practitioners and law firm associates is only getting tougher each month as more lawyers lose their jobs.
Hickey: Where There’s a Will There’s a… Thank You
Pro Bono: for the public good. As lawyers, we know this as legal work undertaken free of charge.
IBA: Changes in Marion Superior Court Assignments
Changes in Marion Superior Court Bench Assignments Judge Barbara Crawford recently began service as the newest judge on the
Marion Superior Court.
IBA: Criminal Jury Questionnaire Under Review
Those practicing in the Marion County Criminal Courts have long sought revision to the jury questionnaire to improve the
effectiveness of juror selection and to improve the efficiency of the process. A movement is now underway to undertake those
needed revisions.
IBA: PAC Approved as Alternative for Judicial Campaign Contributions
A plan calls for the creation of a new political action committee to receive and distribute voluntary contributions to judicial
candidates for the Marion County Circuit and Superior Courts.