Marion Superior courts, prosecutor’s office see assignment changes
Marion County has a new judge, and that’s created the latest round of musical chairs for the Superior Court and prosecutor’s
office.
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Baker & Daniels hosts pro bono mediations
As a way to help judges and parties in paternity court in Marion County, an Indianapolis law firm recently offered conference
rooms and support staff for a day of pro bono mediation in its offices, something firm members say they hope other law firms
will consider if they have the available space.
Indiana tunes in to national issues in federal courts
What happens in Indiana regarding illegal immigration, same-sex marriage, and health-care reform may hinge on what happens
with litigation playing out in the nation’s appellate courts.
20 years of rights under the ADA
While many people might take it for granted that accessibility for all people is now commonplace and that it is illegal to
discriminate against an employee based on a disability, the Americans with Disabilities Act was signed only 20 years ago.
Indiana’s tax judge to retire
When comparing his past two jobs, Judge Thomas G. Fisher admits that he finds stories from his prosecutor days more interesting
than those in the past quarter century when he’s presided over the state’s appellate tax court.
Safety vs. free speech
In her 15 years on both the state and federal benches, Judge Jane Magnus-Stinson has had only one time when she’s feared for her safety inside her courtroom.
Attorneys general at the state fair
While some things are new this year at the Indiana State Fair, one that most fairgoers will likely not even notice is the
recently enhanced partnership between the state attorney general’s office and the state fair.
Federal Bar Update: More federal rule changes on horizon
For 2010, the Supreme Court approved a package of amendments in late April that will amend several appellate rules, bankruptcy rules, criminal rules, civil rules, and an evidence rule.
Legal community helps prosecutor
Following a car accident in early June, a St. Joseph County deputy prosecutor’s life was dramatically changed.
IBA: Bar Leaders Sought for Board Service
It’s already that time of year, when attention turns to nominating the Indianapolis Bar Association Board of Directors
slate.
IBA: Surviving in the Legal Practice
Competition for solo practitioners and law firm associates is only getting tougher each month as more lawyers lose their jobs.
Hickey: Where There’s a Will There’s a… Thank You
Pro Bono: for the public good. As lawyers, we know this as legal work undertaken free of charge.
IBA: Changes in Marion Superior Court Assignments
Changes in Marion Superior Court Bench Assignments Judge Barbara Crawford recently began service as the newest judge on the
Marion Superior Court.
IBA: Criminal Jury Questionnaire Under Review
Those practicing in the Marion County Criminal Courts have long sought revision to the jury questionnaire to improve the
effectiveness of juror selection and to improve the efficiency of the process. A movement is now underway to undertake those
needed revisions.
IBA: PAC Approved as Alternative for Judicial Campaign Contributions
A plan calls for the creation of a new political action committee to receive and distribute voluntary contributions to judicial
candidates for the Marion County Circuit and Superior Courts.
Opinions Aug. 16, 2010 ILD
Indiana Supreme Court had posted no opinions at IL deadline.
Indiana Court of Appeals
Paternity
of P.B.; D.B. v. M.B
03A01-1001-JP-5
Juvenile paternity. Reverses and remands denial of mother’s petition to modify parenting time. The preponderance standard
should have been used as the burden of proof, not clear and convincing evidence. Affirms finding father wasn’t in contempt
for keeping P.B. extra days over the Christmas holiday week, the denial of mother’s request father pay her attorney’s
fees and P.B.’s therapist’s fees, and the modification of the Christmas parenting time schedule.
William
R. Morell, III v. State of Indiana
06A04-0909-CR-531
Criminal. Affirms conviction of battery by means of a deadly weapon as a Class C felony. The trial court didn’t abuse
its discretion or commit reversible error by failing to swear the state’s witnesses and failing to allow questioning
related to the alleged violations of the trial court’s separation order outside the presence of a jury. The cumulative
effect of Morrell’s alleged errors don’t warrant reversal and there is sufficient evidence to support the conviction.
Arvester
Williams v. State of Indiana (NFP)
20A03-1001-CR-10
Criminal. Affirms conviction of Class B felony criminal confinement while armed with a deadly weapon and Williams’
aggregate sentence for criminal confinement as a Class B felony and possession of a firearm by a serious violent felon as
a Class B felony.
Brian
A. Eby v. Jennifer L. Eby (NFP)
29A05-0909-CV-521
Civil. Reverses amended decree dissolving the Ebys’ marriage. Remands with instructions.
Matthew
Donoho v. State of Indiana (NFP)
12A05-0912-CR-717
Criminal. Affirms convictions of Class D felony theft and possession of marijuana, Class C felony burglary, and Class A misdemeanor
criminal mischief.
Indiana Tax Court had posted no opinions at IL deadline.
The Indiana Supreme Court granted no transfers for the week ending Aug. 13.