Swimming upstream? SCOTUS decision, Indiana legislation reignite wetlands debate
A ruling that was 15 years in the making has now sparked passionate discourse in the Indiana Statehouse as changes to wetlands occur.
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Election vs. selection: An update on the dispute over Lake Superior Court judges
The dispute over judicial elections versus merit selection in Indiana’s most populous — and diverse — counties isn’t new, but it is ongoing. Right now, the debate seems to be centered on Lake County.
After Lund’s confirmation, governor accepting applications for replacement on Elkhart Superior Court
With former Elkhart Superior Judge Gretchen S. Lund’s recent confirmation as a federal judge, the state is now looking to fill her position in Elkhart County.
Blaiklock, Kern appointed to Marion Superior Court, replacing Flowers, Welch
A law firm managing partner and a magistrate judge have been named the next Marion Superior Court judges.
Madison Circuit Judge Norrick facing judicial discipline for failure to supervise staff
A Madison County judge is facing judicial discipline charges alleging that he failed to adequately supervise his staff and properly take action in criminal cases, resulting in the dismissal of multiple cases and the improper issuance of a custody order.
Web Exclusive: Meet the Judges: Jennings Circuit Judge Murielle Bright
Growing up in a house with an attorney for a dad, Jennings Circuit Judge Murielle Bright knew she wanted to study law.
Applications open through Wednesday for Marion City Court
Lawyers interested in presiding over the Marion City Court must submit their applications by next Wednesday.
Web Exclusive: Meet the Judges: Ripley Circuit Judge Ryan King
Ripley Circuit Judge Ryan King said time has certainly flown by since he became a judge almost a decade ago.
Judge in Trump’s DC election case is targeted by fake emergency call in latest high-profile swatting
A home owned by the judge overseeing the federal election subversion case against former president Donald Trump was targeted by a fake emergency call Sunday night, the latest in a spate of similar false swatting reports at the homes of public officials.
Holcomb appoints superior court judges in Daviess, Wayne counties
Gov. Eric Holcomb has announced judicial appointments in Daviess and Wayne counties.
IndyBar: Judicial Spotlight: Hon. Angela Davis
A Q&A with Marion Superior Judge Angela Davis.
Web Exclusive: Meet the Judges: Knox Circuit Judge Monica Gilmore
Going to law school was initially going to be a stepping stone to what Knox Circuit Judge Monica Gilmore had planned to do: join the FBI.
Gull elected to serve as Allen Superior Court chief judge
A longtime judge will head up the Allen Superior Court for the next two years, as the court has announced its leadership team for the 2024-2025 term.
Klineman appointed to fill Welch’s upcoming vacancy on commercial court
In preparation for Marion Superior Judge Heather Welch’s retirement in February, the Indiana Supreme Court has appointed her replacement as a commercial court judge.
Filling the robes: Nominations still pending for Indiana district, appellate vacancies
Of all the current Indiana judicial nominees, Magistrate Judge Joshua Kolar of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Indiana is the farthest along on his route to fill a vacancy.
5 magistrates, 1 attorney named finalists for Marion Co. vacancies
The Marion County Judicial Selection Committee on Monday announced one attorney and five magistrate judges as finalists to fill two judicial vacancies.
Sandra Day O’Connor called pioneer, ‘iconic jurist’ as she is memorialized by Biden, Roberts
Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, the Arizona rancher’s daughter who became a voice of moderate conservatism as the first woman on the U.S. Supreme Court, was memorialized by President Joe Biden as a pioneer in the legal world who inspired generations of women.
USDA judge wants exit from union, alleges labor law violations in federal lawsuit
An Indianapolis-based administrative law judge doesn’t want to be in his union and has filed a federal lawsuit in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia against the Federal Labor Relations Authority.
Marion Co. interview schedule revised after 3 candidates withdraw
The Marion County Judicial Selection Committee has updated its interview schedule for two vacancies on the Marion Superior Court following the withdrawal of three applicants.
Tavitas recognized as ‘courageous’ judge by National Judicial College
Court of Appeals of Indiana Judge Elizabeth Tavitas has received national recognition for her “courage” in upholding the rule of law.