ESOP attorneys see steady work, more M&A deals
Deals involving employee stock ownership plans have become more desirable in recent years, with ESOP-owned companies representing a growing market opportunity.
Daniel Carson
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If approved, Terre Haute hospital merger would be the last under state law
The merger is now being reviewed for a second time by the state’s health department, but it will be the last merger considered under the certificate of public advantage process.
Carrying a heavy load: Student loan debt weighing down law students, recent grads
Student loan debt can present steep financial obstacles for young attorneys once they graduate from law school, and the Trump administration’s more aggressive collection practices is increasing the struggle.
Rising bankruptcy filings hit state, nation
Bankruptcy filings in Indiana and across the country rose about 13 percent for the 12-month period ending March 31 over the previous year.
Lifetime Achievement winner Tom Froehle urges lawyers to ‘pay it forward’
Froehle joined 36 other Indiana attorneys and legal staff members in accepting awards at The Indiana Lawyer’s annual Leadership in Law event, held at the Indiana Roof Ballroom.
Waiting for answers: International students, attorneys keep eye on future visa policy
The legal status for some students has been restored but litigation on their behalf remains active because of uncertainty about what the government might do next.
Real movement on Indiana’s federal justice vacancies may not come until August
Indiana’s Republican U.S. Senators Todd Young and Jim Banks are considering applicants to recommend for the state’s federal bench vacancy and the U.S. Attorney openings in Indiana’s northern and southern districts.
Tariffs front and center at Faegre Drinker M&A conference
The looming uncertainty of broadly-applied tariffs and what they could mean for 2025 deals came up during multiple panel discussions at the conference.
Rokita, 22 other AGs supporting Trump’s embattled nominee for US attorney in DC
Their support comes as one key Republican senator has indicated he will oppose nominee Ed Martin, imperiling Martin’s bid.
Tom Froehle named Leadership in Law Lifetime Achievement Award winner
From the law firm board room to economic development projects across Indiana, attorney Tom Froehle has left an impressive imprint.
Some attorneys express frustration with new immigration court in Indianapolis
For some immigration attorneys, like Vicki Fortino, there are mounting frustrations with how the new court operates in Indianapolis.
Visa and status terminations bring uncertainty for international college students
| A Bloomington-based immigration attorney said his office has been flooded with calls from international students worried they will have to abandon their studies and leave the country. |
In-house counsel try to keep up with Trump policy changes
It’s been challenging to keep up with the 129 executive orders President Donald Trump has signed since he took office in January.
Tariffs create uncertainty for M&A activity
Attorney Ralph Caruso said he hasn’t seen any deals abandoned because of the fear of tariffs and their economic impact, but more of a pausing effect and a “wait-and-see” attitude.
ACLU sues federal government for revoking legal status of Indiana international students
The lawsuit alleges the federal government unlawfully terminated the legal status of seven international students enrolled at Indiana universities.
Domestic violence victim tries to start new life after murder conviction is overturned
Sabrina Dunn said she will always firmly believe she acted in self-defense and used reasonable force when she shot and killed her ex-husband, William “Bill” Dunn.
Is some continuity in antitrust policy possible under Trump?
Many Indiana attorneys expect there to be a continuity of enforcement in at least some areas, such as Big Tech, health care and mergers and acquisitions.
How the proposed NCAA settlement will impact intellectual property law
Under the proposal, colleges for the first time would be able to pay student-athletes directly for their name, image and likeness rights.
Proposed legislation could impact Indiana health care mergers
While the Indiana House approved a measure to tighten regulations around hospital and health care mergers, the Indiana Senate removed that language.
Rokita’s unusual tactic confounds targets of immigration inquiry
As Attorney General Todd Rokita seeks answers about what he calls potential labor trafficking networks, two groups have pushed back against his unusual tactics.