Court seeks comment on reappointment of federal magistrate
The U.S. District Court in the Northern District of Indiana wants to hear from the bar and public as to whether a current magistrate judge should be recommended for reappointment.
IL Staff
Articles
Indiana University law schools announce May 9 commencement speakers
A former U.S. ambassador to Costa Rica and the current general counsel at The Home Depot will address graduates Saturday at Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law and IU Maurer School of Law, respectively.
Fort Wayne attorney to be magistrate in Allen Superior Court
Fort Wayne attorney David M. Zent has been named a magistrate judge in the Allen Superior Court Criminal Division. His first day on the bench is expected to be June 1.
IU Maurer to hold Baier naming ceremony Friday
Indiana University Maurer School of Law will hold a dedication ceremony for the law school building Friday, which is being renamed Baier Hall in recognition of alum Lowell E. Baier. Baier recently made a $20 million estate gift to the Bloomington law school.
Disciplinary Actions – 5/6/15
Read who’s been disbarred or suspended by the Indiana Supreme Court.
2015 Law Day celebrates the Magna Carta
This year’s Law Day recognizes the 800th anniversary of the Magna Carta and its theme: No one is above the law.
2014 law school grads see slight uptick in employment
National data released by the American Bar Association shows that the Class of 2014 has a slightly larger percentage of its graduates employed in long-term, full-time positions that require bar passage as compared with the Class of 2013.
Fort Wayne attorney named new Allen Superior magistrate
A private practice attorney and former Indiana Department of Child Services attorney has been chosen as magistrate judge in Allen Superior Court Family Relations Division.
Terre Haute attorney to receive ITLA Lifetime Achievement Award
Terre Haute attorney Stephen L. Williams will receive this year’s Lifetime Achievement Award from the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association. He is being recognized for his distinguished service to the organization and dedication to preserving the rights of the injured.
Appellate court records make switch to Odyssey May 4
Beginning next week, basic case information on appeals before the Indiana Supreme Court and Court of Appeals will be available to the public through the Odyssey docket. The Indiana Tax Court made the switch in December.
ACLU of Indiana, ILS founder remembered for fighting for justice
The man who helped to found the American Civil Liberties Union of Indiana and Indiana Legal Services Organization died April 5 after a brief hospitalization. Irving Fink was 95.
BLE announces names of 174 who passed February bar exam
Nearly 175 people have passed the Indiana Bar Exam. The Board of Law Examiners posted the names of the 174 successful test-takers Monday. Results are from the February 2015 exam.
State news organization recognizes Indiana Lawyer with 2 awards
The Indiana chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists recognized the Indiana Lawyer’s editorial team April 24 at a ceremony honoring “outstanding contributions in reporting events of public importance."
Leadership in Law 2015: Ahmed S. Young
Ahmed Young made the transition from teacher to lawyer after realizing a legal career could help him in his quest for equality and making the community a better place. He spent time working with repeat juvenile offenders in the Marion County Prosecutor’s Office before joining the firm, where he also serves as second vice president […]
Leadership in Law 2015: Edward D. Thomas Sr.
Edward Thomas Sr.’s diverse background and life experience have helped him recognize how people’s personal experiences shape and impact their views. He prides himself on the rapport he has developed with clients in his business litigation and commercial transaction work. Before becoming an attorney, Edward served as an active duty soldier, where he was a […]
Leadership in Law 2015: David Pryzbylski
David Pryzbylski has accumulated significant experience and success in labor and employment matters. “Relentless” and “passionate” are words used to describe his work. David’s victories include implementing and managing a six-month lockout for an international manufacturer based in Pennsylvania during collective bargaining negotiations and obtaining summary judgment for Roche Diagnostics Corp. in an age discrimination […]
Leadership in Law 2015: Emily Munson
Emily Munson has capitalized on her unique position as an attorney with a disability to advocate on behalf of others similarly situated, which includes serving on the leadership committee of the Indiana Governor’s Council for People with Disabilities. Her incredible work ethic was on display when she agreed to work for Indiana Family and Social […]