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Planning ahead for retirement
December 22, 2010
Rebecca BerfangerFor attorneys who may be making a New Year’s resolution to consider retirement in 2011, 2012, or even 2013, it’s
never too early to start planning.
MoreIndiana pro bono districts take a hit
December 22, 2010
Rebecca BerfangerWhile low interest rates can be a good thing for those looking to take out loans to buy a home, a car, or to refinance, they
mean nothing but headaches and heartaches for organizations that depend on the dollars generated, such as legal aid organizations
that rely on funds from Interest on Lawyer Trust Accounts.
MoreRetiring Lake Circuit judge marks 34 years on bench
December 22, 2010
Michael HoskinsLake Circuit Judge Lorenzo Arredondo didn’t set out to make history when he took the bench more than three decades ago.
But thanks to what he describes as an array of “historical accidents” over the course of his life, the 69-year
old has cemented his name in the history books.
MorePolitics pivotal in legal world
December 22, 2010
Michael HoskinsSome may say law and politics go together like love and marriage, but it’s more than a cliché when looking at
how the Indiana legal community is being influenced and even transformed by the political process.
MoreClark County self-help center helps pro se litigants
December 22, 2010
Rebecca BerfangerWhen pro se litigants find themselves in a courthouse for the first time, there’s a good chance they aren’t quite
sure what to do. In the Clark County courthouse in Jeffersonville, just across the river from Louisville, a self-help center
for pro se litigants in civil cases has been operational since late May.
MoreState says goodbye to its first tax judge
December 22, 2010
Michael HoskinsRetiring Indiana Tax Court Judge Thomas G. Fisher received a warm goodbye at a send-off ceremony Dec. 17, as the state recognized
the solid and nationally recognized body of caselaw that Indiana’s first appellate tax judge created during his 24 years
on the bench.
MoreLaw firm evolution hints how Evan Bayh could follow in his father's footsteps - again
December 22, 2010
Michael HoskinsIt all began with three prominent attorneys 30 years ago.
MoreIndiana BLE executive director resigns
December 22, 2010
Michael HoskinsAfter three years of being in charge of the Indiana Board of Law Examiners, a state court staff attorney has resigned, and
the search for a new leader is under way.
MoreCourt examines statute about paternity, child support
December 21, 2010
Michael HoskinsThe Indiana Court of Appeals ruled on a matter of first impression today, analyzing a specific state statute relating to how
a court can cancel child support arrearage after a man’s paternity is vacated based on new genetic testing.
MoreJustice's first ruling affirms murder convictions, life sentence
December 21, 2010
Michael HoskinsIndiana Supreme Court Justice Steven David issued his first decision as a member of the state’s highest court, affirming
a life without parole sentence in a murder case out of Hamilton County.
MoreSouthern District rules amended
December 21, 2010
IL StaffSeveral Local Rules of the United States District Court for the Southern District of Indiana have been amended. The changes
are effective Jan. 1.
More6 counties get federal grant for drug courts
December 21, 2010
IL StaffDrug courts in Delaware, Marion, Monroe, Spencer, Vanderburgh, and Vigo counties will share $1 million from a Bureau of Justice
Assistance Drug Court Discretionary Grant, the Indiana Supreme Court announced today. The award will help courts increase
graduation rates and lower recidivism.
MoreHigh court denies rehearing
December 20, 2010
Jennifer NelsonA split Indiana Supreme Court has denied rehearing a case involving faulty workmanship being covered under a commercial general
liability policy.
MoreJudge donates SCOTUS items to law school
December 20, 2010
IL StaffAn Indiana Court of Appeals judge has found a new home for his extensive collection of United States Supreme Court memorabilia:
Indiana University Maurer School of Law.
MoreJustices take 3 cases
December 20, 2010
IL StaffThe Indiana Supreme Court has granted transfer to three cases, including one of first impression involving Indiana’s
victim-advocate privilege.
MoreJustices split over IHSAA athlete eligibility ruling
December 20, 2010
Jennifer NelsonIndiana’s justices couldn’t agree on whether they should even rule on a case involving an athlete’s eligibility
in high school when the girl is now playing college basketball.
MoreFormer Marion County prosecutor spokesman pleads guilty
December 20, 2010
Jennifer NelsonA former spokesman for the Marion County Prosecutor’s Office has pleaded guilty to a drunk driving charge and been sentenced
to jail.
MoreJudges: DNA admittance was harmless error
December 17, 2010
Jennifer NelsonThe Indiana Court of Appeals addressed for the first time today the admissibility of DNA evidence when a defendant can’t
be excluded from a possibly infinite number of people matching the crime-scene DNA.
MoreDinsmore sworn in as magistrate
December 17, 2010
IL StaffMark J. Dinsmore took the oath today to become the U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana’s newest magistrate
judge. Magistrate Judge Dinsmore was sworn in by Chief Judge Richard L. Young at the Birch Bayh Federal Building and United
States Courthouse in Indianapolis.
MorePCR 2 not available for probation revocation orders
December 17, 2010
Jennifer NelsonPost-Conviction Rule 2 is not available for belated appeals of probation revocation orders, the Indiana Court of Appeals concluded.
MoreJustices vacate adoption decree
December 17, 2010
Jennifer NelsonThe Indiana Supreme Court ordered the adoption decree granted to paternal grandparents be vacated because they didn’t
perform a diligent search for the biological mother.
MoreUnsuccessful Medicaid applicants aren't entitled to in-person hearing
December 16, 2010
Jennifer NelsonPeople whose applications have been denied for Medicaid disability benefits do not have a constitutional right to an in-person
administrative hearing, the Indiana Court of Appeals has ruled.
MoreJudges split on approving high-cost retraining tuition
December 16, 2010
Jennifer NelsonA panel of judges on the Indiana Court of Appeals couldn’t agree on whether a laid-off man’s request for training
at an expensive college should be approved.
MoreJudge appoints former justice as trustee over Simon estate
December 16, 2010
Cory SchoutenA Hamilton County judge has ordered Bren Simon removed as personal representative and interim trustee over her late husband's
estate, replacing her with a retired justice of the Indiana Supreme Court.
MoreJustices divided on firearm 'use' sentencing
December 15, 2010
Michael HoskinsA divided Indiana Supreme Court has held that state statute dictates that the use of a firearm can be the grounds for a sentence
enhancement that doesn’t constitute a double jeopardy violation.
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The court of appeals not only tries to rewrite or interpret the law to suit their fancy, now they choose play stupid as well. Every consideration must be given to pro se litigants, who are not held to the same standards as attorneys, as stated by,SCOTUS. I assume they didn't have a lawyer, since one wasn't mentioned and I strongly suggest thatb the rest of the, origional petitioners get back in there and fight for their rights.
the irony of situations like this is that the clients whom conour cheated are the ones who should be pulling hardest for him to remain free and keep his law license, so they have some hopes of him paying back. really bury the guy deep and then there will be little hope of restitution
Qualified immunity, means that if you wear a badge, you are exempt from law and free to do anything you please! The courts will back badge toting individuals, because they think they are above the law as well. They think, they have judicial immunity, they do not.
Deeply, deeply concerned? I'll bet if it was the judge's money that had been swindled we'd see deep concern with actual consequences. First a Ponzi scheme, then a shell game with the assets…c'mon, hasn't Conour abused the judicial system and his clients long enough? I say enough already.
Wow, just wow.