Allen Co. courts extend jury trial pause to Feb. 28
The Allen Circuit and Superior Courts are extending their pause on jury trials due to continued COVID concerns.
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Indy attorney already under CLE suspension now suspended for noncompliance
An Indianapolis attorney already under a suspension for CLE noncompliance is now facing an additional suspension for failing to cooperate with a disciplinary investigation action filed against him.
Court seeking comment on proposed rule amendments that could benefit bar foundation
The Indiana Supreme Court is requesting public comment on proposed rule amendments that, if approved, could provide additional legal aid funds to the Indiana Bar Foundation.
Justices grant transfer in computer trespassing case, split in denial of several others
Indiana Supreme Court justices have declined transfer to more than a dozen cases, splitting in their decisions for several of them. However, the high court agreed to hear one case involving computer trespassing.
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.
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.