First half of 2025 creates uneven experience for M&A attorneys
The volume of new deals often depended on what industry was involved and its exposure to tariffs.
Daniel Carson
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More executions? Some doubts rise amid concerns about the high cost of lethal-injection drugs
State officials spent $1.175 million on lethal injection doses over the past year — $600,000 of which was spent on drugs that expired before use.
Nominees Wheeler, Mildred ready to serve as U.S. Attorneys in Indiana
Tom Wheeler and Adam Mildred were nominated by President Donald Trump in June to serve as Indiana’s Southern and Northern District U.S. Attorneys, respectively. They now await confirmation by the U.S. Senate.
New laws aim to help Indiana make mark in development of small nuclear reactors
New Indiana laws passed this year and in recent legislative sessions are designed to jumpstart nuclear power as a key component of the state’s energy portfolio.
Some Rokita targets continue fighting civil subpoenas on immigration
The Haitian Center of Evansville and Berry Global are challenging the attorney general’s civil subpoenas in court, and it’s unclear whether other entities are complying.
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.
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.