Michael Hoskins joined Indiana Lawyer in May 2006 and mostly covers the state and federal court systems. He’s received awards from the Indiana Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists for his work covering the state's juvenile justice system, the federal immigration court system, wrongful conviction issues, and long-running lawsuits regarding prison conditions.

He came from the Daily Journal in Johnson County, where he was a general assignment reporter covering courts and legal issues. Before moving to Indiana in 2004 from southeast Michigan, Hoskins freelanced for the Detroit Free Press and worked for the Spinal Column Newsweekly after graduating with a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Oakland University in 2001. He currently lives in Greenwood with his wife, Susanne, and volunteers with the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.

Giving fee guidance

February 1, 2012

Indiana Supreme Court decisions on fee structures lack bright-line rules and have caused questions about practicality.

Marion County judicial 'slating fees' subject of 2 inquiries

February 1, 2012

An Indianapolis attorney and an Indianapolis Bar Association political action committee want the Indiana Commission on Judicial Qualifications to look into how Marion County judicial candidates contribute to political parties as part of the process in running to be a judge.

Expert's voice carries weight

February 1, 2012

Indiana Court of Appeals finds single expert can establish standard of care for legal malpractice.

Litigation training in short supply

February 1, 2012

Fewer jury trials leave young lawyers looking for experience outside of court.

Webcasting allowed in 3 Lake County courtrooms

January 27, 2012

The Indiana Supreme Court has announced a new 18-month pilot project allowing trial court proceedings to be webcast in three Lake County courtrooms.

SCOTUS rules on scope of sex offender registration law

January 23, 2012

The Supreme Court of the United States has ruled that a federal law requiring sex offenders to update their registration when crossing states lines doesn’t automatically apply to those who committed their crimes before the law was passed.

Justices adopt repayment plan in UPL case

January 23, 2012

The Indiana Supreme Court has adopted a repayment plan for an Indianapolis company it found engaged in the unauthorized practice of law, ordering officials to reimburse the state bar association and former clients during the next six years.

Judge temporarily blocks fines for House boycott

January 20, 2012

Marion Superior Judge David Dreyer has blocked the collection of a $1,000-a-day fine imposed on boycotting lawmakers in the Indiana House of Representatives, granting a temporary restraining order until he can hold a hearing on the merits of the issue next week.

Darden winds down his appellate career

January 18, 2012

The Indiana Court of Appeals judge will retire in July when he turns 75.

Indiana chief justice delivers final address

January 18, 2012

Shepard says state courts are no longer 'Lone Rangers.'

7th Circuit Court of Appeals Judge David F. Hamilton took a few minutes to reflect on the past year since his confirmation to the federal appellate court.

Lighter side of nominating commission

October 27, 2010

Though they were tending to an important job of choosing three finalists to possibly become the next Indiana Tax Court judge, the members of the Judicial Nominating Commission made sure to have some fun and some laughs during the interviews on Wednesday.

Tax Court interviews conclude; deliberations begin

October 27, 2010

The Judicial Nominating Commission wrapped up interviews just after noon, and the seven members are now deliberating on whom they will select as finalists for the Indiana Tax Court opening. The three names will be submitted to Gov. Mitch Daniels, who makes the final appointment.