Federal courts maintain business as usual, but larger impacts loom if government shutdown drags on
The federal court system said it is working to determine if paid operations can be sustained through Oct. 17.
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EEOC accuses logistics company with Indiana office of age discrimination
The EEOC alleges Gamer Logistics fired a 69-year-old driver because the company’s new liability insurance policy did not cover drivers ages 65 or older and denied employment to a 68-year-old driver because of his age.
Indianapolis attorney suspended for charging, collecting unreasonable fee
At the time of the alleged misconduct, the lawyer served as managing attorney for Indianapolis-based Charitable Allies Inc., marketed as a “nonprofit for nonprofits” that provides “low bono” legal services.
Indiana Supreme Court’s annual report shows highest bar exam pass rate in four years
The Indiana Supreme Court released its annual report Thursday, summarizing all the ways in which the court has worked with and supported the legal community and beyond over the past year.
Indiana University launches a new artificial intelligence tool for use by faculty, students
Called ChatGPT Edu, the technology is specifically designed to assist users in higher education.
Boston jury returns $83 million asbestos verdict against Indianapolis clay manufacturer
A Boston jury returned an $83 million verdict Sept. 18 against an Indianapolis-based pottery clay manufacturing company, with jurors agreeing that a Massachusetts woman’s mesothelioma death was caused by the company’s asbestos-laden products.
The Closer: A Q&A with Leslie Smith, an M&A attorney at Dentons
Along with the need to close deals and satisfy clients, Smith said the most important lesson she’s learned so far is to maintain kindness in corporate law.
Howard County judge permanently banned from judicial service
Despite his permanent ban from the bench, the judge will be allowed to keep his law license.
‘Serve and advocate’: Incoming state bar president looks ahead to his year in the role
John Maley, a native of Richmond, said he understands the need for attorneys in small communities and is passionate about how the association can work to support recruiting well-rounded attorneys to these underserved areas.
Video exclusive: Are we in a constitutional crisis? Sheila Suess Kennedy and Jim Bopp Jr. weigh in
In a preview of next week’s episode of The Indiana Lawyer Podcast, host Maura Johnson sits down with attorneys Sheila Suess Kennedy and Jim Bopp Jr. to discuss recent executive orders by President Donald Trump and whether any of the president’s actions have pushed the bounds of the U.S. Constitution.
Indiana State Bar Association’s annual meeting focused on career development, CLEs
This year’s meeting will offer CLE credits on topics such as communicating with empathy and clarity, strategies for managing your workload, mentorship, and how to use AI effectively.
New Notre Dame program helps first-year law students
The program is designed to give students who feel they may need extra guidance when starting their legal education the opportunity to meet with law school faculty and learn about the law school process before they start classes.
Rokita backs INDOT request to waive federal race/gender hiring considerations for contractors
Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita announced his support Tuesday of the Indiana Department of Transportation’s request for a waiver from the requirements of the federal Disadvantaged Business Enterprise program.
Vote.org sues founder/former CEO for defamation, alleges smear campaign
Vote.org, a nonprofit voter registration organization, is suing its founder and former CEO over what the group claims is an alleged smear campaign she’s led against the organization since she was fired in 2019.
Indiana attorney Zuckerberg sues Meta over accusations he’s impersonating Facebook founder
Indianapolis attorney Mark Zuckerberg is suing Meta for repeatedly shutting down his Facebook pages and claiming he impersonated the Facebook founder who shares his name.
State judiciary is considering alternative exam for bar admission
One proposal suggests the state supreme court pilot an additional pathway to bar licensure that includes existing law school and practice requirements but ends in an exam that resembles the Multistate Performance Test section of the bar exam focused just on Indiana law.
Closer scrutiny: Indiana attorney general digs deeper on universities’ DEI policies
The diversity practices at three private colleges are under the microscope of Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita as he looks for any violations of new policies and laws against diversity, equity and inclusion.
Video exclusive: Indiana Legal Services serving community for nearly 60 years
Executive Director Jon Laramore explains the kinds of services the organization offers, including assistance with criminal record expungement and landlord and tenant issues.
The Closer: A Q&A with David Barrett, executive partner at Faegre Drinker
David Barrett explains how he got his start in merger and acquisition law and what sustains his dealmaking.
AG Todd Rokita expands investigation into Notre Dame, Butler DEI practices
Attorney General Todd Rokita has issued new civil investigative demands to the University of Notre Dame and Butler University, seeking more information on the universities’ DEI practices after Rokita said the schools failed to provide the materials requested by the office in May.