Court appoints new CLE commission members
The Indiana Supreme Court has appointed a northern Indiana attorney and central Indiana judge to the Commission for Continuing Legal Education.
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Southern District seeks comment on rule changes
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana has proposed several amendments to its Local Rules involving discovery disputes, class action suits, appearances, and sentencing.
‘Greening Statehouse’ event at IU-Indy
The Hoosier Environmental Council’s third annual “Greening the Statehouse” happens Saturday at Indiana University School of Law – Indianapolis.
All judges up for retention to stay on bench
The 11 judges up for retention this year – including five on the Indiana Court of Appeals – will remain on the bench.
High court takes 3 cases
The Indiana Supreme Court will hear a case in which a dissenting Court of Appeals judge worried that the majority’s finding would head toward a bright-line rule regarding the officer safety exception to the warrant requirement in the context of a car on the side of the road.
Court History Symposium set for Nov. 18
The third annual “Court History Symposium: Court History and History in the Making” CLE will feature remarks from Southern District judges as the court enters a new era.
Order asks for attorneys, court to use more professionalism
The Indiana Supreme Court denied a request for a writ of mandamus Friday, but noted that the attorneys and court involved had failed to act as professionally as they should regarding schedules.
Bose McKinney opens Fort Wayne office
After serving clients in the Fort Wayne area for several years, Bose McKinney & Evans today opened an office in the city that will also house the Bose Public Affairs Group.
Rules amended regarding default judgments and military service
The Indiana Supreme Court has approved amendments to the Indiana small claims and trial procedure rules.
Attorney, legal services organization receive access to justice awards
The Muslim Alliance of Indiana presented two awards today at its second annual Access to Justice luncheon.
Judge Robb to become first female chief judge
Next year, the Indiana Court of Appeals will have its first woman chief judge.
Commission names 3 Indiana Tax Court finalists
The Indiana Judicial Nominating Commission has chosen Joby Jerrells, Hendricks Superior Judge Karen Love, and Martha Wentworth as finalists for the Indiana Tax Court.
Federal courthouse to celebrate new, old murals
An event Friday at the Birch Bayh Federal Building and United States Courthouse in Indianapolis will celebrate the recent installation of new murals on the third floor of the building as well as recognize the 75th anniversary of murals on that floor.
Update: Professor who taught at Indy Law since 1977 dies
Professor emeritus Henry C. Karlson, who taught criminal law at Indiana University School of Law – Indianapolis for more than 30 years, died Monday of cancer.
Annual event recognizes pro bono efforts
Photos from the 2010 Randall T. Shepard Award Dinner.
High court grants 6 transfers
The Indiana Supreme Court took six cases last week, including two cases of first impression before the Indiana Court of Appeals involving attorney’s fees under the Adult Wrongful Death Statute and the modification of a felony conviction to a misdemeanor.
Juvenile detainees learn about domestic violence
The Marion Superior Court’s Juvenile Detention Center is hosting a series of domestic violence workshops today for children detained in the facility. This is the first time the center has hosted this conference.
Grants to bring improvements to Protective Order Registry
Federal grants from the Department of Justice will allow for enhancements to Indiana’s Protective Order Registry, including alerting victims by e-mail or text when an order is about to expire.
COA to visit Rushville, Greencastle
The Indiana Court of Appeals will hear arguments in Rushville and Greencastle next week as part of its “Appeals on Wheels” initiative.
ICADV honors 7 for outstanding service
St. Joseph Circuit Judge Michael Gotsch Sr. was recognized by the Indiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence Wednesday for his work addressing the needs of both children and victims of domestic violence. October is Domestic Violence Awareness month.