IndyBar: Second Chances in the Marion County Criminal Justice System
Criminal justice leaders in Indianapolis have looked at the disparities our system struggles with and are working to rebalance it.
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IndyBar: John Kautzman to Receive IndyBar’s Highest Honor
A selection committee acting on behalf of the Indianapolis Bar Association and the Foundation has announced the selection of John F. Kautzman as the recipient of IndyBar’s prestigious Luminary Award of Excellence.
IndyBar: Updates to Lawyer Referral Service
IndyBar’s Lawyer Referral Service (LRS) is getting an update.
IndyBar: You Never Know Who’s Listening … Or Reading
How easy are we making it for others to compromise client confidentiality or client privacy? A few simple tips can make obtaining client information that much harder.
DTCI: 29th Annual Conference and Meeting of the Membership Nov. 17-18
A five-star lineup of speakers for this year’s Annual Conference has been assembled. We hope to see you there on Nov. 17 and 18.
IndyBar: Ethics: When Silence Is Not Golden: The BOOM SHAKALAKA Defense
This article was originally published in Indiana Lawyer in 2020. Our authors recognize that some references are dated; however, the content is continually relevant to practitioners and is being reprinted for those that missed it the first time.
Hammerle on… “Nope” and “Prey”
Indianapolis criminal defense attorney Robert Hammerle gives us his take on “Nope” and “Prey.”
Bravo: A new year begins at IU McKinney
The 2022-23 academic year has begun at the Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law.
Wilson: How to reuse communications more efficiently and effectively
Disclaimer: This article will hopefully give you some ideas on how to use technology to communicate more efficiently. But first, think through how to communicate more effectively.
Trimble: Advice from a justice: ‘Do a little bit more for other people’
On Aug. 31, Justice Steven David, a genuine friend of the legal profession and our system of justice, retired from the Indiana Supreme Court. As he departed, he encouraged everyone to “do a little bit more for other people.”
Dreyer: The future of judicial independence: A ‘conversation’
The following is an interview with Justice Solomon Sabia, the only reportedly totally independent judge in the Western Hemisphere.
IndyBar: E-Discovery Day offers practical insight, networking opportunity
In its fifth year, IndyBar’s E-Discovery Day will take place Friday, Dec. 2, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at IndyBar Headquarters.
IndyBar: President’s Message: Stop the Negativity!!
Having a more uplifting mindset can pave the way for improved mental and physical health and impact our daily work and our relationships in a positive way.
IndyBar: Play Ball!
Hosted by IndyBar’s Professionalism Committee, the annual softball game brought out some of IndyBar’s best and most athletic members.
Greising and Tychonievich: Rebranding your school: Benefits, burdens and pathways
A school’s brand will likely be one of its highest valued assets and should be protected or, in some cases, rebranded to help the school compete for students and fulfill its educational purposes.
Hammerle on… “Where the Crawdads Sing” and the new Marion County courthouse
Indianapolis criminal defense attorney Robert Hammerle gives us his take on “Where the Crawdads Sing” and the new Marion County courthouse.
Maley: 7th Circuit addresses amending pleadings after deadline
In Allen v. Brown Advisory, LLC, 41 F.4th 843 (7th Cir. 2022), the plaintiff appealed from the dismissal of his action and denial of his motion to amend his complaint. The 7th Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed; the discussion on seeking to amend pleadings after the amendment deadline has passed is relevant procedurally and provides an excellent primer.
IndyBar: Prom Season in September?
On Friday, Sept. 30, the IndyBar Foundation will be hosting Law Prom at The Alexander hotel in downtown Indianapolis.
Boyce: Navigating the crossroads of America in education law
Education law is changing in ways that create an uncertain legal landscape for educators and families. Federal decisions and guidance at times conflict with state policy priorities. This places educators in unique and often high-tension positions where they are called to mind the needs of students while staying compliant with the law.
IndyBar: Indiana Appellate Institute Celebrates 12 Years
In 2010, the IndyBar Appellate Practice Section was discussing ways to help its members and improve the quality of advocacy in the Indiana Supreme Court and Court of Appeals. The section took a bold step by creating a new program: the Indiana Appellate Institute.