Marion Co. magistrate Gaughan tapped to fill vacancy on superior court
Marion Superior Magistrate Judge Danielle P. Gaughan has been named the new Marion Superior Court judge, succeeding Mark Jones, who resigned from the bench Jan. 8.
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Marion County courts continue emergency closure
Marion County courts will remain closed Friday because of the winter storm that continues to pummel Indiana.
Marion County GOP prosecutor candidate Carrasco joining Indy firm
Republican candidate for Marion County prosecutor Cynthia “Cyndi” V. Carrasco is joining the Indianapolis law firm of Riley Bennett Egloff LLP as of counsel, the firm announced this week. Carrasco will work with the firm’s government affairs practice group, according to a news release.
Courts announce closures in advance of winter storm
The winter storm predicted to dump several inches of snow on Indiana is disrupting courts around the Hoosier State, causing cancellations of some proceedings and closing courthouses.
Legislators honor COA Judge Najam ahead of retirement
State legislators honored longtime Court of Appeals of Indiana Judge Edward W. Najam Jr. for his decades of service last week in anticipation of his upcoming retirement.
Indiana Lawyer accepting nominations for ’22 Leadership in Law Awards
Indiana Lawyer is now accepting nominations for its annual Leadership in Law Awards.
Lynch retiring from Southern Indiana District Court
Magistrate Judge Debra McVicker Lynch of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana will retire on Oct. 31 after more than 13 years of service to the federal judiciary, the court announced Monday.
Valpo attorney put on indefinite suspension for noncooperation
The Indiana Supreme Court has indefinitely suspended Valparaiso attorney Bryan M. Truitt from practicing law in Indiana for failing to cooperate with a disciplinary investigation against him.
Judge pro tem appointed to Clark Circuit Court; senior judge days allocated
A Clark County judge is taking medical leave, prompting the appointment of a senior judge to temporarily take his spot on the bench, according to the Indiana Supreme Court. Meanwhile, justices also ordered for the allocation of senior judge service days in two Clark County courts.
ISBA moving headquarters to Capital Center in downtown Indy
After 16 years of operating out of the Regions Tower in downtown Indianapolis, the Indiana State Bar Association headquarters is moving.
Indianapolis attorney reinstated after suspension for lying on law school, bar applications
An Indianapolis attorney who was previously suspended for lying on his law school and bar admission applications may once again practice law in the Hoosier State.
Former Adams Co. judge banned from judicial service for life following campaign-related misconduct
A former Adams County Drug Court judge has been banned from judicial service in Indiana for life after violating judicial conduct rules related to his failed 2020 reelection campaign.
Indiana recovers $316K from settlement of Medicaid fraud kickback scheme
The Indiana Medicaid program has recovered more than $316,000 in funds from a $4.9 million resolution of allegations against PharMerica Inc., one of the nation’s largest long-term care pharmacies, after 14 years of litigation.
COVID forces Marion County to halt all jury trials until end of January
The Marion Circuit and Superior Courts are suspending all jury trials until the end of January because of the ongoing surge in COVID-19 illnesses, with nearly 100 court personnel testing positive for the coronavirus.
Grand jury indicts suspect in Terre Haute officer’s slaying
A federal grand jury indicted an Indiana man Wednesday on charges that would make him eligible for the death penalty if he’s convicted in the fatal shooting of a Terre Haute police detective and FBI task force officer.
Mears announces candidacy for Marion Co. prosecutor
Marion County Prosecutor Ryan Mears, a Democrat, filed his candidacy to retain his office Wednesday.
Allen Superior Court pauses jury trials due to COVID-19
The Allen Superior Court will halt jury trials until at least Feb. 14 due to the latest surge in COVID-19 infections and illnesses in the community, the court announced Wednesday.
Finalists for Marion Superior Court vacancy announced
The Marion County Judicial Selection Committee has selected three finalists to be considered by the governor to fill a vacancy on the Marion Superior Court.
McMillian to speak at Southern District’s Black History Month program
The United States District Court for the Southern District of Indiana has announced local attorney Jimmie McMillian will be the speaker at its 23rd annual Black History Month event.
Lawmakers prepare to hear slew of criminal justice bills Tuesday
Lawmakers are set to consider numerous criminal justice bills on Tuesday, including measures on bail funding, self-defense, HIV-related enhancements, victim compensation and more.