Trimble: Lawyers experience joy as in-person bar events return
During 2022, I have had the pleasure of attending several in-person bar association meetings, and one word can describe the mood of myself and those in attendance. That word is joy.
Home » Search
Search Results
7207 results for 'articles'
To refine your search through our archives use our Advanced Search
‘Ferocious rate’ of gifting as sunset nears for exemption: Transfer of assets spurred by coming cut in exemption, market downturn
Even though asset values and wealth are being squeezed in today’s economic environment of inflation, rising interest rates and possible recession, estate planning attorneys are looking beyond the current market conditions to the calendar.
Web Exclusive: Meet the judges: Floyd Co. Judge Maria Granger
In her 14 years presiding over Floyd Superior Court 3, Judge Maria Granger said she’s learned that listening is a superpower for any judge — and a skill she gets to practice and hone each day.
DTCI: Challenges are opportunities to become better lawyers
| Bradley J. Schulz and From DTCI
The practice of law and the zealous representation of clients demand that we, at times, take unpopular positions and make difficult decisions. This can cause considerable angst and sleepless nights.
Opponents take to court to block student loan debt relief program: Hoosier lawyer claims overreach of executive power but young lawyers say relief is much needed
Indiana attorney Frank Garrison is trying to block the Biden administration’s student loan debt relief program. While the legal action may do little to improve or weaken the reputation of lawyers, it also will likely have little impact on the program itself.
Hammerle on… “Emily the Criminal” and “The Territory”
Indianapolis criminal defense attorney Robert Hammerle gives us his take on “Emily the Criminal” and “The Territory.”
Retzner: Transferring Florida real estate: Proceed with caution
The first reaction when confronted with a client owning real estate outside Indiana is to transfer that property into a trust, LLC or other method. However, Florida’s property tax laws may yield a result that could be much worse than ancillary administration.
Disciplinary Actions: July 1-Sept. 30, 2022
Read a summary of disciplinary actions handed down by the Indiana Supreme Court during the third quarter of 2022.
Hoosier justices craft new framework for deposing execs: Indiana Supreme Court builds in elements for careful consideration of deposition requests
A lawsuit filed against the NCAA presented an issue of first impression and prompted the Indiana Supreme Court to develop a framework for trial courts to use when deciding discovery disputes involving executives or high-ranking officials in an organization.
Indiana Court Decisions: Sept. 22-Oct. 5, 2022
Read Indiana appellate court decisions from the latest reporting period.
Fido’s future: Pet trusts ensure surviving pets are cared for after owners’ death
Questions about who will care for a pet upon the owner’s death or in the event of an emergency aren’t always asked until it’s too late. That’s where a pet trust could come into play.
Prepared for pro bono: Collective pro bono platform to offer free trainings in variety of practice areas
Creating a central location for pro bono attorneys to receive training and resources has been on Dana Luetzelschwab’s brain for a long time. That’s why she pitched the idea to the state bar association: create the Pro Bono Academy and Resource Center.
IndyBar: The New LL Cool J: Lawyers Landing Cool Jobs
| Adam Christensen and From IndyBar
Private law firms aren’t for everybody, and some private practices and private attorneys are destined to struggle whether due to poor management, stagnate client development, shifting markets for their legal services or 100-year pandemics.
IndyBar: Second Chances in the Marion County Criminal Justice System
| Jessica Cicchini and From IndyBar
Criminal justice leaders in Indianapolis have looked at the disparities our system struggles with and are working to rebalance it.
Law enforcement, public health experts still targeting fentanyl
With the highly lethal synthetic substance fentanyl being trafficked across state and country borders, often laced with other drugs on the black market, law enforcement and public health experts are trying to keep up with its increased use and distribution.
IndyBar: John Kautzman to Receive IndyBar’s Highest Honor
A selection committee acting on behalf of the Indianapolis Bar Association and the Foundation has announced the selection of John F. Kautzman as the recipient of IndyBar’s prestigious Luminary Award of Excellence.
25 years of ICLEO: Fellows celebrate quarter-century of growing diversity in Hoosier law
On Sept. 29, dozens of Indiana Conference for Legal Education Opportunity fellows from the last quarter-century met in Indianapolis to celebrate 25 years of the program.
Despite error, COA affirms dismissal of couple’s complaint over arsenic-treated decks
While a Monroe County couple convinced the Court of Appeals of Indiana that a trial court misapplied the state’s product-liability statute in their case, that ruling still didn’t win them any relief for the allegedly defective decks at their home.
Opinions Oct. 11, 2022
Court of Appeals of Indiana
Gene DeVane and Gladys DeVane, Husband and Wife v. Arch Wood Protection, Inc., a Lonza Company, Osmose, Inc., n/k/a Koppers Performance Chemicals Inc., Chemical Specialties, Inc., n/k/a Venator Materials PLC
22A-CT-233
Civil tort. Affirms the dismissal with prejudice of Gene and Gladys DeVane’s complaint against Arch Wood Protection Inc., Koppers Performance Chemicals Inc. and Venator Materials PLC seeking the replacement of their decks. Finds the Monroe Circuit Court erred by dismissing the complaint based on the product-liability statute of repose because the DeVanes have alleged no past or existing physical harm. Also finds the DeVanes have not established that “equitable remediation” is a valid cause of action, nor have they identified any other statutory or common-law cause of action that might be viable here.
Basketball league recruiting attorney-athletes for new season
| IL Staff
The Lawyers Basketball League is inviting partners, associates, law clerks and their staff to form teams and play a little amateur hoops during the 2022-23 hardcourt season.
