Law firms stay mum on Rokita’s DEI policy
Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita’s new policy would block outside law firms from obtaining state contracts if they use what he calls “illegal” diversity, equity and inclusion practices.
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Lawyers see rise in nonprofit mergers in Indiana and nationally
At a time of rising costs and uncertain federal funding, more and more nonprofit organizations have either merged or are considering a merger to expand their services and strengthen the efficiency of their operations.
‘Stand your ground’ law could make or break Whitestown man’s defense
The state’s “stand your ground” law is currently being assessed in light of the shooting of a 32-year-old house cleaner who was killed while mistakenly trying to enter the wrong Whitestown home.
Remote court proceedings appear to be ‘here to stay’
Virtual hearings are commonly used in some cases, and if the Indiana Supreme Court accepts a recent administrative rule proposal, remote proceedings could be presumed in certain circumstances.
1935 case involving Wabash College grad back in U.S. Supreme Court spotlight
For 90 years, a U.S. Supreme Court decision centered on the disputed firing of a Hoosier-born Federal Trade Commission member has protected the leaders of independent federal agencies from being dismissed by the president without cause. But that could change.
Enforcement of Indiana’s new data protection law begins Jan. 1
For nearly three years, corporate attorneys have been preparing Indiana companies for a new state law that provides Hoosier consumers with enhanced data protections.
New federal law sparks hike in some immigration fees
The cost of appealing an immigration judge decision rose from $110 to $900, while the fee for people seeking temporary protected status jumped from $50 to $500.
New Indiana election laws face court challenges over their constitutionality
One federal judge already has given some hope to the plaintiffs in a case against Senate Enrolled Act 10, which was passed this spring and bars the use of state-issued student IDs as a proof of identification at polling locations
Rise in law firm mergers expected to continue
So far in 2025, 47 law firm mergers have been completed in the United States, with eight alone in the third quarter. That number is up from 43 for the same period a year ago and is on track to reach its highest annual total since the pandemic.
Renewed push would strengthen Indiana attorney general’s role in immigration enforcement
A legislative proposal was promoted at a recent Statehouse event, where White House Border Czar Tom Homan urged state lawmakers to pass it in 2026.
Attorneys, clients feel impacts of government shutdown
For some attorneys who regularly interact with federal agencies, the federal government shutdown has made it harder to get answers on issues involving permits, tax issues and funding.
Environmental attorneys keep eye on Trump policies
As the first nine months of Trump’s second term have progressed, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has announced a number of proposed rule and policy changes in line with Trump’s vision of rolling back what he considers unduly restrictive environmental regulations.
Trump’s $100K H-1B visa fee creates confusion, concerns for Hoosier companies
Some employers are freezing efforts to recruit H-1B workers because they don’t know if the federal government will apply the $100,000 fee to certain applicants.
How one post on Facebook could clarify free speech rights
Suzanne Swierc was fired as Ball State University’s director of health promotion and advocacy over a Facebook post she made about the assassination of political activist Charlie Kirk. Now she’s suing in what is becoming a closely watched case.
New law establishes commission to lure pro sports to northwest Indiana
The commission is taking steps to bolster the region’s tourism market by focusing on strategies and solutions to market four Indiana counties as the perfect place for professional sports teams.
Convenience store mergers zooming this year, Indiana attorneys say
In one prominent deal, Circle K’s Canadian parent company in July closed its $1.6 billion acquisition of 270 GetGo stores spread among several states, including Indiana. Faegre Drinker attorneys, including some in the Indianapolis office, represented Circle K’s parent.
New IU Indy program to blend sports management and law
When Horizon League Commissioner Julie Lach first heard the proposal for a new sports law program intended to prepare students for leadership roles in the sports industry, she not only thought it was fantastic, but also that it was a need.
Nonprofit law firms could help address Indiana’s lawyer shortage
The Commission on Indiana’s Legal Future is supporting a concept being built and tested by students at the Indiana University Maurer School of Law.
Immigration courts given ‘performance metrics’
The move has some Indiana immigration attorneys questioning whether the federal government is more concerned with expeditiously pushing cases through immigration courts than providing fairness and due process.
Retired faculty at IU sue to restore involvement in university government
A new state law specifies that only members of a faculty governance organization who are employed by a state educational institution can vote on pending matters and it stipulates that these organizations are advisory only.