Holcomb makes appointments to Grant Co., Batesville City courts
Gov. Eric Holcomb has announced judicial appointments to Grant Superior Court 2 and the Batesville City Court.
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Disciplinary Commission issues advisory opinion on navigating conflicts of interests for government workers
The Indiana Supreme Court Disciplinary Commission issued a nonbinding advisory opinion Thursday discussing when a lawyer who is a current or former government worker should decline to accept a legal matter due to a conflict of interest.
LWOP appeal from Jeffersonville man convicted of killing, cannibalism headed to IN Supreme Court next week
The Indiana Supreme Court will hear oral arguments next Thursday in a case involving a man’s appeal of his life without parole sentence following a murder conviction.
Holcomb’s office accepting applications for Allen, Delaware Co. court vacancies
Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb is accepting applications for judicial openings in Allen Circuit Court and Delaware Circuit Court 3.
New family domestic violence court launched in Allen County
The Allen Superior Court has launched a new family domestic violence problem-solving court. The Family Domestic Violence Court is meant to provide support, recovery and services to survivors and perpetrators of domestic violence and their families.
Justices require audio recordings of hearings but still allow shorthand, stenography
Following an outcry from court reporters, the Indiana Supreme Court has issued its amendment to Trial Rule 74 allowing shorthand and stenography as long as an audio recording is also made.
Two new Marion County judges appointed
Gov. Eric Holcomb announced two judicial appointments for the Marion County Superior Court on Friday.
Applicants for COA vacancy announced along with interview times
Court of Appeals of Indiana Judge Margret Robb plans to retire this summer, leaving a seat on the bench open. The Indiana Judicial Nominating Commission will be holding interviews April 24.
Justices grant transfer to suppression case, 2 others
Indiana Supreme Court justices have agreed to consider three cases for the week ending March 17.
IN Supreme Court seeks comment on rule change to allow non-accredited law school grads to take bar exam
The Indiana Supreme Court is seeking comment on a proposed rule change that would allow graduates of certain non-ABA accredited law schools to sit for the Indiana bar exam.
AG’s office reaches $75K settlement with entities engaged in Marion Co. real estate fraud
Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita has reached a $75,000 settlement with eight respondents who were part of a real estate fraud operation in Marion County.
Indy attorney suspended for violating terms of disciplinary probation
An Indianapolis attorney who had been on probation since May 2021 now faces a suspension of at least one year for violating the terms of that probation, the Indiana Supreme Court ruled in a March 16 order.
IU McKinney professor honored with award for civic engagement excellence
An Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law professor will receive the IUPUI Chancellor’s Faculty Award for Excellence in Civic Engagement. Lahny Silva will accept the award at the Chancellor’s Academic Honors Convocation in April.
State obtains more than $250K from deceptive loans settlement
Attorney General Todd Rokita and the Indiana Department of Financial Institutions have obtained a settlement of more than $250,000 from a group of Indiana companies that originated deceptive and unlicensed personal loans to Hoosiers purchasing vehicles.
Indy mayor Hogsett announces Giffin as next corporation counsel
Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett has announced a new leader for the city’s legal team. Matt Giffin, who has worked in different roles in Hogsett’s administration, will begin serving as corporation counsel on Friday.
Biden appoints Taft’s Lacy Johnson to President’s Export Council
A Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP partner has been appointed by President Joe Biden to serve on the President’s Export Council.
Justices headed to UIndy next month for oral arguments in Ball State COVID class action
The Indiana Supreme Court will visit the University of Indianapolis on April 11 to hold oral arguments in a case involving a student who filed a class action lawsuit against Ball State University for COVID-related closures.
Halfway point: A look at key legislation in 2nd half of 2023 session
Here is an update on key legislation affecting not only lawyers, but all Hoosiers statewide. Updates are as of March 10.
South Bend school wins High School Mock Trial Finals
The Indiana Bar Foundation wrapped up its High School Mock Trial State Championship Sunday with a win from a South Bend school.
Marion Superior Court is hiring due to upcoming retirements
The Indiana Supreme Court announced Friday they are hiring for two new vacancies on the Marion Superior Court.