the Indiana State Bar Association Leadership Development Academy Class IV strives to promote and educate our colleagues on attorney wellness through a CLE, which will be presented during the ISBA annual meeting at the French Lick Resort Oct. 7-9.
Indiana attorneys are invited to the 119th Annual Meeting of the Indiana State Bar Association where they can learn and network with their colleagues from across the state. The event will be Oct. 7-9 at the French Lick Resort in French Lick, Indiana.
The new location contains a calmer, more relaxed and “dog-friendly” environment for lawyers and staff.
On Oct. 9, Carol Adinamis will become the third woman to serve as president of the Indiana State Bar Association in its 119-year history.
Dennis R. Thomas and Luisa Thomas v. Phyllis A. Isenhower
Kristine R. Rednour v. Wayne Township Fire Department and Wayne Township
Bob Hammerle writes in regard to “The End of the Tour”: “This film does a disservice to both Mr. Wallace and the audience. How could brilliance be displayed in such a dull fashion?”
As we approach the 228th anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Constitution this Sept. 17, we might consider where civic literacy is taking place.
Peter Velde, a senior partner at Kightlinger & Gray LLP, enjoys the many benefits of ballroom dancing, and has participated in four dance competitions alongside his wife, Doreen.
The requirement for candor toward the tribunal is set forth in Indiana Rule of Professional Conduct 3.3, and it qualifies the attorney-client privilege.
A formal opinion recently issued by the American Bar Association’s Standing Committee on Ethics and Professional Responsibility sheds light on what materials belong to the client.
Indiana State Board of Bar Examiners is again reviewing its mental health questions in light of new guidance from the American Bar Association, but at this point, the board has no plans to make changes to the inquiries.
Under a mandate from Congress to help independent inventors, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office started opening patent hubs around the country. The Center for Intellectual Property Research at Indiana University Maurer School of Law will be the hub serving Indiana.
Lauren Braun has been helping safeguard the health of children in impoverished countries for years. A small band she’s developed could bring those efforts full circle with a pro bono assist from a small band of Indianapolis lawyers.
A split 7th Circuit Court of Appeals has upheld its own precedent, finding a contraception provision does not violate religious freedom. But the ruling drew a sharp, 35-page dissent from one judge.
A gay couple emerged from a county clerk's office in Morehead, Kentucky, with a marriage license in hand Friday morning, embracing and crying as the defiant clerk who runs the office remained jailed for her refusal to issue the licenses because she opposed same-sex marriage.
State and federal courts will be closed Monday, Sept. 7, in observance of the Labor Day holiday.
Indiana Court of Appeals
In Re the Adoption of: N.S. and I.S., Children, M.S. v. B.K. (mem. dec.)
32A01-1411-AD-500
Adoption. Affirms granting of B.K.’s (stepfather) petition to adopt the children N.S. and I.S. Denies stepfather’s request for appellate attorney fees.
Marcus Blackmon v. State of Indiana (mem. dec.)
49A02-1412-CR-890
Criminal. Affirms convictions of dealing in a narcotic drug, a Class A felony; possession of a controlled substance, a Class D felony; two counts of resisting law enforcement, Class A misdemeanors; and escape, a Class C felony.
Cleveland Range, LLC v. Lincoln Fort Wayne Associates, LLC
02A05-1503-PL-96
Civil plenary. Affirms order permitting Lincoln Fort Wayne Associates to depose three of Cleveland’s witnesses even though Lincoln has not yet initiated litigation. Finds the petition qualified under Indiana Trial Rule 27 because it is being used to memorialize evidence that is already known rather being used as a pre-trial discovery device.
Jonathan Paul Graham v. State of Indiana (mem. dec.)
54A01-1502-CR-61
Criminal. Affirms an aggregate sentence of four and one-half years (with two and one-half years suspended to probation) for pleading guilty to one court of possession of paraphernalia, a Class A misdemeanor; two counts of contributing to the delinquency of a minor, Class A misdemeanors; and one court of maintaining a common nuisance, a Level 6 felony.
Nathan McFarland v. State of Indiana (mem. dec.)
89A01-1412-CR-532
Criminal. Affirms 13-year sentence for conviction of battery, a Class C felony and his adjudication as a habitual offender.
IL Daily will not publish Sept. 7 in observance of the Labor Day holiday. Publication will resume Sept. 8. IL wishes you a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend.
7th Circuit Court of Appeals
Grace Schools, et al., and Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend, Inc., et al. v. Sylvia Mathews Burwell, et al.
14-1430-1431
Appeals from the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Indiana
Judge Jon De Guilio
Civil. Reverses preliminary injunction in favor of the plaintiffs, preventing the federal government from enforcing the “contraceptive mandate” of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. However, extends the injunction for 60 days to allow the District Court the time to address additional arguments made by the parties. Finds the accommodation does not impose a substantial burden on the plaintiffs’ religious beliefs. Judge Daniel Manion dissents, arguing nonprofits have shown accommodation violates the federal Religious Freedom Restoration Act.