IndyBar: Indianapolis Bar Foundation Hosts First Virtual Fundraising Event
On Thursday, May 7, the Indianapolis Bar Foundation (virtually) raised money to benefit the legal community during this tough time.
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Web Exclusive: IndyBar Foundation crisis fund benefits lawyers, Hoosiers in financial squeeze
In light of the COVID-19 public health emergency, the Indianapolis Bar Foundation earlier this month implemented a new fund called the Crisis Empowerment Grant Program. The fund’s goal is two-fold: to put dollars in the pockets of lawyers who may be struggling to make ends meet while continuing to provide free legal services to central Indiana families through four local agencies.
IndyBar President’s: Moving Forward Together — The Impact of COVID-19 on the IndyBar
I admit that I often look for the bright side and have continued to do that during the pandemic. But the fact of the matter is that most of us in the Indianapolis legal community (and more broadly) are facing significant disruption that is hard to spin. IndyBar is no different.
IndyBar: The Impact of COVID-19 on the Future of Mediation
As the recent coronavirus pandemic has swept through the nation and has changed many aspects of our lives, so too has the landscape of the legal field. One of the most significant changes to have taken place over the last month is the way parties are conducting mediations.
IndyBar: President’s Column: IndyBar Implements Crisis Empowerment Grants & Virtual Pro Bono
The Indianapolis Bar Association & Foundation are committed to assisting both its members and central Indiana families in need during the coronavirus crisis. The IndyBar has implemented two new programs by and for its members: The IndyBar Crisis Empowerment Grant Program and The COVID-19 Virtual Pro Bono Program.
New IndyBar Foundation program to pay lawyers to provide legal aid
The Indianapolis Bar Foundation has implemented a new program in response to the novel coronavirus pandemic to put dollars in the pockets of young lawyers while continuing to provide free legal services to the public.
IndyBar: Meet Your 2020 Indianapolis Bar Foundation Officers
We’re giving you an exclusive look at some of the IBF’s newest leaders.
IndyBar is Moving!
We are excited to begin the process of moving to our new space at 140 N. Illinois St.!
IndyBar: Indianapolis Bar Foundation Update: 2019 Lawyer Links Classic
For the 15th year in a row, the Indianapolis Bar Foundation (IBF) hosted a successful Lawyer Links Golf Classic at the Country Club of Indianapolis this July.
IndyBar and IBF Announce New Office Location
After two years of research, planning, searching and negotiation, it’s finally here: the new home of the Indianapolis Bar Association and Foundation.
IndyBar President’s Column: Perfecting Our Process
Retired Admiral William McRaven’s 2014 commencement address advice was this: “If you want to change the world, start off by making your bed … If you can’t do the little things right, you will never do the big things right.” This advice finds perfect application in our profession, and I have been thinking lately about the importance of perfecting our process.
IndyBar: Gibson to Lead Indianapolis Bar Foundation in 2022
The Indianapolis Bar Foundation (IBF) Nominating Committee has announced its slate of officers for 2020, naming Raegan Gibson of Paganelli Law Group to the position of First Vice President. Gibson will assume the role of president-elect in 2021 and will lead the IBF as president in 2022.
IndyBar Honors Excellence: Legal Community Stars to Receive Recognition Awards
The Indianapolis legal community is fortunate to be home to thousands of individuals who work their hardest each day for the benefit of their profession, their community and their families. Join us on November 19 at Meridian Hills Country Club as we honor just a handful of the many lawyers, judges, students and more who’ve made their mark in 2019.
IndyBar President’s Column: A Culture of “Yes”
My wife and I decided nearly 30 years ago that the most fun parents (the ones whose homes were always overflowing with kids and their friends), were disposed to say “yes” more than “no.” We decided that unless we had a really good reason, we would try to be “yes” parents. This led to many unexpected adventures and many learning experiences.
IndyBar: IBA Frontlines
Recognition Awards, Day of Giving and Trivia Night are all upcoming events on the calendar for the Indianapolis Bar Association and Indianapolis Bar Foundation.
IndyBar: Center for Victim and Human Rights Named Recipient of 2019 Impact Fund Grant
The Center for Victim and Human Rights (CVHR) has been named the 2019 recipient of the Indianapolis Bar Foundation’s Impact Fund grant of $35,000. CVHR will use the funding to create the Pro Bono Attorney Project (PBAP) for Marion County-area attorneys to provide limited-scope advice and counsel to pro se victims filing a petition for a protective order.
IndyBar: Guest Column — Fundraising Hits and Misses
The focus of the Indianapolis Bar Foundation is to raise money for our community, and I’m very proud of our efforts each year. Many charitable organizations have ups and downs when it comes to fundraising, and I’ve seen a few of my own personal fundraising hits and misses over the years outside of the IBF. For your entertainment, here are just a few.
IndyBar: Coming in 2020: The Solo/Small Firm Division
The IndyBar is determined to help Indianapolis solo and small firm practitioners meet their unique needs through the brand new Solo/Small Firm Division! Focused on programming, networking and business development opportunities specifically tailored to this large group of attorneys, the division will aim to give solo and small firm practitioners a home within the IndyBar.
Indianapolis attorney Hickey to serve on ABA Board of Governors
An Indianapolis attorney with a long resume of bar association leadership is now representing a three-state contingent on the American Bar Association’s Board of Governors.
IndyBar: An Impact Fund Grant Truly Making an Impact
In 2018, the Indianapolis Bar Foundation (IBF) awarded its $50,000 Impact Fund Grant to Indiana Legal Services (ILS), an outstanding organization that provides legal services to the poor and indigent. Recently, ILS attorney Michael Hurst reported the group’s progress and use of that grant to create a new program to help people avoid eviction.