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Raising the bar: Incoming ISBA President Henderzahs stresses partnerships, professionalism

Leslie Henderzahs says Indiana State Bar Association members often realize the value of the association when they least expect it. The incoming ISBA president cited as an example a recent proposal that Indiana lawyers provide their cellphone numbers with their Roll of Attorneys registrations. Few proposals have prompted such an outcry from attorneys, and Henderzahs said the state bar acted promptly.

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Bopp Law Office loses attorney fees lawsuit

A former Illinois Congressman who redecorated his Capitol Hill office in an extravagant “Downton Abbey” style and then was indicted in 2016 for federal campaign finance violations has won a dispute over attorney fees against his former counsel, the Bopp Law Firm in Terre Haute.

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Riley Bennett Egloff announces firm’s relocation

One week from today, Indianapolis law firm Riley Bennett Egloff will open its doors at a new downtown location about one block south of the landmark Scottish Rite Cathedral on North Meridian Street. The firm of just under 50 employees, including 27 attorneys, will move to 500 N. Meridian St., Suite 550, from its current location at 141 E. Washington St., effective Monday, Aug. 5.

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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.

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Web Exclusive: ‘Low bono’ clinic seeks to fill access-to-justice gap

Growing up in a five-person home, Bloomington attorney Jamie Sutton’s family had an on-again, off-again relationship with welfare and social assistance programs. His firm, Justice Unlocked, offers “low-bono” services — representation on a sliding fee scale that low- to middle-income individuals who earn too much to qualify for pro bono services can afford.

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