European, American students converge on Purdue’s campus for annual civic education program
The program was established by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs in 2006 to mark Benjamin Franklin’s 300th birthday.
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Video exclusive: Law professor Fran Quigley on eviction, reform and legal training
In this preview of next week’s podcast, Quigley discusses Indiana’s eviction system, the housing crisis facing low-income Hoosiers and how law students are learning to represent tenants.
Trump rescinded guidance on emergency abortions. Now what?
Some say Trump’s decision is detrimental to the ability of health care providers to determine when they can perform these abortions lawfully.
Prosecutor seeking stay-away orders to help quell downtown Indy violence
Marion County Prosecutor Ryan Mears said the community’s best interest will be served if those suspected of contributing to the violence are kept away from where alleged crimes occurred.
State and federal courts leaning more heavily on magistrate judges
Though not elected by their constituents, magistrates work in tandem with elected judges to handle both civil and criminal proceedings, easing the heavy burden brought on by increasing case filings each year.
Video exclusive: Chief Legal Officer Frank Pulice talks Pacers, Fever legal strategy
As Chief Legal Officer for Pacers Sports & Entertainment, attorney Frank Pulice juggles legal matters, including sponsorships, coach contracts, and the like, for the NBA Indiana Pacers, WNBA Indiana Fever, and the NBA G League’s Noblesville Boom.
Indiana Supreme Court Law Library captures history in its rare books collection
Titles in the collection include everything from an early print of the Indiana Constitution to an account of Queen Marie Antoinette’s execution.
Carmel-based investment firm sues international crypto company for alleged fraud
A Carmel-based investment firm is suing an international crypto venture company for fraud, claiming the company lied about how much money it had raised in order to persuade the fund to also invest.
The Closer: A Q&A with Matthew Levy of Faegre Drinker
Find out how he became involved in M&A work, what advice he has for aspiring M&A attorneys, and what sectors he thinks are heating up and cooling down in M&A this year.
Legislature made significant changes to criminal laws that take effect July 1
Several measures impacting the practice of criminal law are set to take effect this year, from better standards for police lineups to scholarships to encourage more attorneys to become public defenders or deputy prosecutors.
Video exclusive: Taft attorney gigs as jazz pianist around Indianapolis
When he’s not working at Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP in Indianapolis, attorney Vivek Hadley is taking his talents to jazz clubs around the city.
Notre Dame law clinic to help nation’s veterans with disability claims, other needs
The new Veterans Law Clinic will open during the 2025-2026 school year, with its mission reflecting the university’s robust military history and its Catholic mission, according to clinic leadership.
State’s high court sets date to hear USA Track & Field’s appeal of Olympian’s lawsuit
The Indiana Court of Appeals allowed heptathlon athlete Taliyah Brooks’ amended complaint to move forward, but Indianapolis-based USA Track & Field has appealed that decision to the Indiana Supreme Court.
Indiana Legal Services looking for new Bloomington location
After spending nearly 20 years in downtown Bloomington, Indiana Legal Services will soon relocate from its current site due to ongoing developments in the Bloomington Convention Center project.
Full steam ahead: Purdue Global students join ranks of state’s licensed attorneys
In May, they became the first Purdue Global students admitted to the bar in Indiana, a big first for the online school.
Video exclusive: Celebrating Leadership in Law 2025
See highlights from our Leadership in Law awards program.
AI use in Arizona brings up ethical questions in Indiana
An AI-generated version of a deceased victim was allowed to speak in front of an Arizona judge, marking a likely first for the nation.
28 more lawsuits accuse Crown Point funeral service of mishandling remains
Each of the lawsuits accuses Crown Cremation Service LLC and Heights Crematory Inc. of allowing the bodies of loved ones to be stored improperly in trailers on Heights Crematory’s property.
Notre Dame connection may have led to Supreme Court deadlock in religious charter school case
Justice Amy Coney Barrett recused herself, possibly because of her connection to a Notre Dame law professor who advised the religious entity trying to establish the charter school.
Indiana celebrates 66 new attorneys in bar admission ceremony
Sixty-six new attorneys were admitted to the Indiana bar on Tuesday during a ceremony at the Indiana Roof Ballroom in downtown Indianapolis.