JULY 17-30, 2013
A recent recommendation made to the Indiana Supreme Court wants to require attorneys to report their pro bono hours yearly. Same-sex divorce in Indiana poses a legal puzzle for lawyers and judges. Indiana's new expungement law offers a clean slate, but its complexity raises questions.
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Indiana University will donate former attorney’s gift to victims
Now that former high-profile personal-injury attorney William Conour has pleaded guilty to accusations that he defrauded dozens of clients of more than $4.5 million, his victims hope for some measure of restitution. At least a fraction of the loss will be covered by the law school to which Conour gave $450,000.
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Complexity of new expungement law raises questions
Hundreds rushed to a clerk’s office July 1 on a mistaken belief that was the only day they could petition to have their criminal records expunged.
Read MoreWill Indiana attorneys be required to report pro bono hours?
A task force has made three recommendations to the Indiana Supreme Court on how to encourage lawyers to perform more services for indigent Hoosiers.
Read MoreGroups partner to offer legal services to homeless veterans
Hoosier Veterans Assistance Foundation of Indiana Inc. and Neighborhood Christian Legal Clinic recently signed an agreement for a clinic attorney to work with veterans.
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Attorneys rewarded by focusing on narrow areas of the law
Lawyers build niche practices in franchise law, and representing clients in eminent domain cases.
Read MoreMaurer grads second in national ‘fantasy’ SCOTUS competition
A half point is all that separated Indiana University Maurer School of Law’s Bro Bono team from first place and ultimate bragging rights in a competition where teams were asked to predict how U.S. justices would vote on cases this term.
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Indiana grandparents petitioning for visitation face long odds
The courts are limiting relatives’ rights while the Indiana General Assembly seeks to expand them.
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Dissolution of same-sex marriages a legal puzzle for lawyers, judges
Indiana statute makes clear the state’s position on same-sex marriage, but it also leaves murky the rights of Hoosier couples who, despite the law, are legally married.
Read MoreKohlhaas: Notable changes to Indiana’s Parenting Time Guidelines
Michael Kohlhaas points out notable changes to the Indiana Parenting Time Guidelines, including to school breaks.
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BGBC: ‘RAIDS’ may be behind spouse’s drop in income
In family disputes, we’re often faced with a dilemma in which the supporting spouse’s income suddenly and/or dramatically decreases without valid support or explanation. In the valuation industry, this disorder is commonly known as “R.A.I.D.S.” or Recently Acquired Income Deficiency Syndrome.
Read MoreTechnology Untangled: GoToMyPC for iPad or Android has some shortcomings
Today’s article will look at lightening the travel load by using an iPad to remotely access your computers back at home and the office. This is accomplished with the mobile device versions of GoToMyPC.
Read MoreLiving Fit: Every step leads you in the right direction to better health
Of course, we all know that a sedentary lifestyle leads to heart disease, stroke, cancer, diabetes, muscle stiffness, poor balance, depression, anxiety, insomnia, high blood pressure, lung disease, weight gain, lethargy, and back, neck and hip pain. But we are largely (pun intended) unaware that exercise alone will not eliminate the health risks associated with too much sitting.
Read MoreHammerle on … ‘The Lone Ranger,’ ‘The Heat’
On “The Heat,” Bob Hammerle says isn’t vulgarity a priceless work of art if done with energy and style?
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Lawyer accused of staging shooting avoids trial
A southern Indiana attorney accused of staging his shooting a little more than a year ago will avoid a trial that had been scheduled to begin Wednesday. The attorney will enter a guilty plea next month, but attorneys involved with the case said they won’t disclose details.
Read MoreHamilton County attorney drunken-driving charges include a felony
A Barnes & Thornburg LLP attorney arrested July 7 on suspicion of drunken driving in Hamilton County faces two charges from the incident, including a Class D felony because of a prior conviction.
Read MoreEx-prosecutor pleads guilty to bribery
A former Marion County deputy prosecutor pleaded guilty Tuesday in an Indianapolis federal court to accepting a bribe. As part of the plea, he agreed to tell federal prosecutors what he knows about public corruption in Indianapolis.
Read MoreAssociate survey places Taft, Ice Miller, FBD in top Midwest 15 firms
Vault.com’s annual ranking of law firms has landed three firms with Indiana ties in the top 15 in the Midwest, according to associates who work in this region.
Read MoreFirms with Indiana presence make Top 30 in corporate counsel survey
Two big law firms with presences in Indiana made the list of law firms offering the best service for Fortune 1000 clients, according to a survey of corporate counsel.
Read MoreHistoric law firm and young upstart merge in southern Indiana
Two law firms in New Albany are joining together to form a 14-attorney office with expanded practice areas.
Read MoreJustices: Center Township Small Claims court stays put
What’s been called the state’s busiest court will stay in the City-County Building in Indianapolis, the Indiana Supreme Court ordered Friday, blocking the Center Township trustee’s bid to relocate the court to a location on Fall Creek Parkway.
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Indiana Court Decisions – June 26 to July 9, 2013
7th Circuit Court of Appeals June 26 Civil – Malicious Prosecution Michael Alexander v. United States of America 12-2190 The 7th Circuit Court of Appeals reversed the decision by a federal court in Indianapolis that dismissed a Muncie criminal defense attorney’s lawsuit against the United States for malicious prosecution and intentional infliction of emotional distress. […]
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Disciplinary Actions – 7/17/13
Read who’s recently been suspended by the Indiana Supreme Court, received a public reprimand or resigned.
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DTCI: Synopsis of House Enrolled Act 1320
The workers’ compensation reform legislation, effective July 1, 2013, not only increases benefit amounts to injured workers, but also, most notably, imposes a fee schedule for the reimbursement of medical service facilities based upon Medicare’s reimbursement rates.
Read MoreIndyBar: Women & the Law Division Seeking Nominations for Antoinette Dakin Leach Award
If you know a successful female attorney who exemplifies the determination and successes of Antoinette Dakin Leach, then please nominate her for the 2013 Antoinette Dakin Leach Award.
Read MoreIndyBar: US Law Firms on Pace for Record Year
There were 18 law firm mergers and acquisitions announced in the United States in the second quarter of 2013, according to Altman Weil MergerLine. At the mid-year point, there have been 39 total mergers, putting 2013 on a potentially record–setting pace.
Read MoreIndyBar: Planning Ahead for Solo and Small Firm Lawyers
Have you ever thought about what would happen if you were suddenly involved in an accident, or had an unexpected illness, or an untimely death? In such situations, how would your clients fare? Who would cover upcoming court dates? Who would guide clients to new counsel?
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