Indiana Court Decisions: Aug. 24-Sept. 6, 2023
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Schrager: Perhaps this is why it’s called the ‘practice of law’
Two years into retirement has given me time to reflect on my 41 years as a lawyer as I attempt to put specific memories into perspective within a meaningful context.
Wilson: Digital, analog note-taking tactics: Finding your fit
Too often, we overlook the tools that are right in front of us. Instead, we search for the tool that will do things bigger, better and faster.
‘Find a way to fix it’: DCS continues facing mounting criticism
From concerns about staffing to accusations that it’s failing in its mission to keep children safe, the Indiana Department of Child Services continues to face pressure from child welfare advocates, attorneys and those who have been part of the system.
‘An inevitable reality’: ISBA gears up for yearlong series on AI
The Indiana State Bar Association has big plans for how to prepare for an expected revolution in how the legal community operates thanks to artificial intelligence, and it’ll start later this month at the bar association’s annual summit.
IndyBar: Practice Toolkit: Starting Blocks: Common Mistakes in Startup Law Firms
| From IndyBar and Jared Correia
It ain’t easy launching a practice if you’re coming from another law firm, where all that ancillary business management stuff was taken care of for you.
Bell: 3 things to know about ethics and ‘getting paid’
The Disciplinary Commission must think about money (at least every now and then) or they would not have drafted their latest advisory opinion entitled, “Ethical Considerations about Getting Paid.”
Law library proposals get differing reactions: Law librarians concerned about possible revisions, but others see opportunity
Proposed changes to law school library accreditation standards are raising concerns for Indiana law librarians, but advocates for online-only law schools say they see the issue differently.
Dreyer: Trending: The future of state court access
The year 2023 marks the 36th time the National Center for State Courts has published its annual “Trends in State Courts” report.
IndyBar: Strengthening Our Legal Community
As part of the effort to support a greater pipeline of Hispanic citizens into the practice of law and to strengthen the bench, IndyBar’s Hispanic Lawyers Division is hosting, “Strengthening the Bench: Equity, Inclusivity, and the Path to Judicial Selection.”
IndyBar: Judicial Spotlight: Judge Kurt M. Eisgruber
A Q&A with Judge Kurt M. Eisgruber.
IN Northern District, 7th Circuit still waiting for vacancies to be filled: Magnus-Stinson announcement means IN Southern District will also soon have an opening
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana Judge Jane Magnus-Stinson has announced she will be assuming senior status in July 2024. That means the Biden administration will need to fill another federal judicial vacancy in Indiana.
Hammerle On… “Haunted Mansion” and “Talk to Me”
Indianapolis criminal defense attorney Robert Hammerle gives us his take on “Haunted Mansion” and “Talk to Me.”
IndyBar: Annual Appellate Roundtable: A Valuable Resource for New and Seasoned Lawyers Alike
I have no doubt that this year’s Appellate Roundtable, which will take place on at 4 p.m. Oct. 5 at IndyBarHQ, will be enlightening.
IndyBar: Evolution of the Marion Superior Family Division
Marion Superior Court Family Division is growing!
Web Exclusive: Prosecutors look to local budgets for solutions to staffing issues
For prosecutors in the state, when budget season comes around, it means looking at caseloads and determining if they need to make requests for more funding. Usually, the answer is yes.
Court in session: COA takes court to Gainbridge Fieldhouse
The Court of Appeals of Indiana heard oral arguments Monday at one of the largest event venues in the state, as the Indiana Pacers welcomed the appellate court to Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
Opinions Sept. 12, 2023
7th Circuit Court of Appeals
Marcus Conner v. Dennis Reagle, Warden
22-1780
Appeal from the United States District Court for the Southern District of Indiana, Indianapolis Division. Judge Sarah Evans Barker.
Prisoner. Affirms the dismissal of Marcus Conner’s habeas petition. Finds the district court did not abuse its discretion in declining to equitably toll the limitations period governing Conner’s section 2254 petition.
Judges meet with Indiana students, civic groups to celebrate Constitution Day
| IL Staff
An annual celebration by Indiana’s courts of the signing of the U.S. Constitution continues this year, as more than 40 Hoosier judges will meet with thousands of students and civic members to celebrate Constitution Day.
Mistaken legal advice doesn’t rise to level of ‘extraordinary circumstance,’ 7th Circuit rules in affirming district court dismissal of habeas petition
The 7th Circuit Court of Appeals recognized that a man sentenced to a term of 72 years in prison was given erroneous legal advice to postpone the filing of his petition for a writ of habeas corpus, but affirmed a district court’s ruling to dismiss the petition.
