The town had no attorney. So the mayor earned a law degree.
As mayor during the day and law student at night — and husband and father at all hours — Estabrook immediately ran into his first and primary obstacle: distance.
Cameron Shaw
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Indiana shows support for Labor Department’s prevailing wage raise proposal
The change would likely price foreign workers out of the U.S. labor market, of which they comprised about 19% of in 2025, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Governor appoints new judges for Porter, Randolph counties
Indiana Gov. Mike Braun appointed judges to Porter Superior Court 6 and Randolph Superior Court.
Two Indy law firms seeking more than $165K in NFL concussion settlement fees
According to the lawsuit, the disputed fees arise from attorney-fee recoveries connected to claims made through the NFL Concussion Settlement Program.
Ball State to pay former employee $225K to settle case over Charlie Kirk comments
University President Geoffrey Mearns said he authorized the payout because it was “substantially less” than the expected cost to defend the case.
Indy drug enterprise suspects now face RICO, murder charges
Several alleged members of the “Crown Hill Enterprise” made an initial appearance in federal district court on Friday, after prosecutors updated their 2025 indictment to include RICO violations and murder.
South Bend woman’s case against the police for property damage could head to the Supreme Court
The raid left Hadley with thousands of dollars in damages to her home and property, costs for which the city refused to reimburse her.
Indiana Supreme Court suspends judge for marijuana use
The court’s decision comes after the Indiana Commission on Judicial Qualification’s nearly yearlong investigation into Lawrence Superior Court I Judge John Plummer III.
Business owners sue city of Boonville over building demolitions
The owners of Stoners Grill and SassFrassy assert that the city intentionally condemned their properties so that it could acquire the land for redevelopment.
Indianapolis teacher drops lawsuit challenging state’s sex ed ban
Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita called the dismissal a “major win” and “a victory for parents’ rights and common sense.”
Judge Meyer’s shooting case goes dark following gag order
Cass County Superior Court Judge Lisa Swaim, who was appointed to serve as a special judge in the matter, issued the order after defense counsel published a survey on social media to gauge public attitudes toward the defendants.
New initiative aims to boost pro bono work in Indiana
At a time when about half of Indiana’s attorneys do not do pro bono work, Pro Bono Indiana has launched a new, comprehensive website to provide attorneys and law students across the state with the training and resources to foster growth.
Veteran South Bend business attorney hangs out his own shingle
Chamberlin Legal will provide services in several areas, including contracting and business transactions, commercial real estate, regulatory and licensing guidance, and employee relations and policies.
Court of Appeals to decide whether South Bend is liable for pothole injury
John Murphy sued the city of South Bend in 2024 after he stepped into a pothole and suffered a leg injury. Murphy accused the city of negligent failure to maintain its streets.
Jason Flora, and his surging firm, focuses on improving immigrants’ lives
The firm opened the same year former President Barack Obama’s administration deported almost 400,000 individuals.
AG Rokita sues online platforms used by Hailey Buzbee and suspect in her death
The lawsuit accuses the companies of violating the Indiana Deceptive Consumer Sales Act and failing to employ sufficient protections against online predators.
Former Resultant official sues company for employment discrimination
Heidi Steinecker filed her complaint on April 30, four months after the company terminated her as part of a “reduction in force” following her medical leave.
Pro Bono Indiana to launch new, comprehensive website this week
The website will be publicly released on Thursday at a launch party at the Indiana State Bar Association in Indianapolis.
Clinton County sheriff accused of unlawfully carrying gun
Clinton County Sheriff Richard Kelly — who was already in legal trouble over his management of the county jail commissary fund — is now facing a criminal misdemeanor charge in Hamilton County.
Monroe County sheriff asks court to halt enforcement of part of Indiana’s new immigration law
The motion for preliminary injunction requests “swift action” from the district court to enjoin the enforcement of Section 9(a)(3) of the Indiana FAIRNESS Act, which requires blanket compliance with ICE detainer requests.