Maley: Newer attorney in-court opportunity in IN Southern District
Magistrate Judge Kellie Barr has created a unique program for attorneys with less than seven years in practice to gain in-court experience.
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Schrager: A pithy comment, a successful conclusion and observations
The inspiration for this article comes from disconnected events that range from an offhand and whimsical comment made by a law school professor in 1978 to a highly contested seven-year litigation that the Indiana Supreme Court seems to have finally ended.
IndyBar: Impact of the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act
Employers are already required to comply with the Pregnancy Discrimination Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Thus, some employers may think that they will be fully compliant as long as they continue to follow those laws, but that is not the case.
Covington: Advice we’d give our younger selves, and other musings
What advice would you give your younger self? That’s a question I posed to this year’s class of Leadership in Law honorees as part of a recognition video that winners are asked to participate in.
Long: Understanding the benefits, challenges of in-house counsel
The Indiana State Bar Association has identified in-house counsel as an underserved segment in the legal profession and has set out to identify pain points specific to their unique environment and find ways to fill those needs.
Hammerle on… “Living” and “Creed III”
Indianapolis criminal defense attorney Robert Hammerle gives us his take on “Living” and “Creed III.”
IndyBar: Practice Toolkit: ‘Round Here Buzz: Local Marketing Is Where It’s At for Law Firms
They say all politics is local; but so is most law firm marketing.
Berman: Defending dog-bite cases: An expert’s view
Dog bites happen everywhere dogs and people cohabitate, and they happen for many different reasons. There are many questions that need to be answered, and although there are patterns in every dog bite incident, no two incidents are the same.
Trimble: Spring cleaning your law practice: Now is the right time!
This time of year, I like to bring a little spring cleaning to my law practice, and I want to urge you to do the same.
Assise: Avoiding mistakes as a new attorney
Even the smallest issue when practicing law can lead to disaster for both attorneys and their clients.
Hammerle on… “The Menu,” “The Pale Blue Eye” and “Women Talking”
Indianapolis criminal defense attorney Robert Hammerle gives us his take on “The Menu,” “The Pale Blue Eye” and “Women Talking.”
IndyBar: Judicial Spotlight: Honorable Charnette D. Garner
Judge Charnette Garner’s appointment was among the first gubernatorial appointments following the passage of House Enrolled Act 1036 in 2017, creating merit selection of judges in Marion County.
IndyBar: Empowering the Community: April 27
At 8 a.m. on April 27, the Indianapolis Bar Foundation will host its annual Empowerment Breakfast at Meridian Hills Country Club.
IndyBar: National Bar Association President to Highlight Bench Bar Conference
It’s rare that a lawyer’s career includes time as president of a nationwide bar association. It’s even more rare when that attorney had a lead role in a case that captured the country. Lonita K. Baker has the distinction of achieving these unique achievements.
Lewinski: Mediators should understand how businesspeople make decisions
Mediation disputes come in all shapes, sizes and subjects. While it is important to understand the nature and background of the dispute, it may be more important for a mediator to understand what drives the decision-making process of the parties.
IndyBar Practice Toolkit: Profit Center: How to Feel More Confident About New Hires
Especially in the current job market, it’s important not to overextend yourself in hiring new attorneys or staff persons.
IndyBar: The EPA and PFAS
The EPA is cracking down on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), a ubiquitous family of chemicals that can be found everywhere from dairy farms and military bases to nonstick pans and food packaging.
Covington: Navigating the waters of change at Indiana Lawyer
Indiana Lawyer has brought in three new journalists since January and is taking a hard look at what we do and considering new ways to bring you the legal news you want and need.
IndyBar: Practice Toolkit: ‘Depth Perception: Don’t Over-Volunteer’
A lot of attorneys, new and seasoned, volunteer for everything under the sun until they’re so busy, they just wanna puke. Now, that’s not the goal of volunteering.
Hartz: COVID-19 as a roadmap for IP exceptions new and old
But what happens when noneconomic incentives are prioritized? Can the international IP system adapt? The COVID-19 pandemic brought this issue to light.