Three years after injunction, religious freedom lawsuit against Indiana abortion ban nears decision
A Marion Superior Court judge heard final arguments Tuesday over whether the abortion law violates the state’s Religious Freedom Restoration Act.
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House Republicans subpoena Jack Smith for closed-door interview about his prosecutions of Trump
A lawyer for Smith, Peter Koski, said in a statement that Smith had offered nearly six weeks ago to appear before the committee in an open hearing but would nonetheless appear as requested for the deposition.
Trump administration halts immigration applications from 19 countries
The move is part of sweeping immigration changes made in the wake of the shooting of two National Guard troops.
Barnes & Thornburg partner and her husband flex their business muscle with fitness venture
The couple purchased Myriad Fitness + Yoga from a former business partner.
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.
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.
Justin Leverton: Challenging fraudulent filings with the Indiana Secretary of State
One day I received a mailed advertisement that congratulated me on forming a new LLC. The problem was that I did not form this LLC.
David Dreyer: Is an avalanche of injunction requests on the way?
My traditional joy about injunctive relief may be facing a very practical challenge.
‘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.
Katie S. Riles: What businesses need to know about new fraud prevention law
While the law’s stated purpose is to prevent fraudulent activity in Indiana, its most practical effects will be felt in how businesses list their addresses, use commercial mail services and handle required filing with the Indiana Secretary of State’s office.
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.
Deanna Marquez: How to responsibly integrate AI into your legal practice
Recognizing AI as being “pattern based” rather than logic or fact based is central in determining which tasks may or may not be a good fit for AI.
John Maley: December rule changes for the federal courts
One amendment includes the timing and method for complying with a rule that addresses claiming privilege or work-product protection.
IndyBar: President’s Update
We are in the middle of organizing our annual remembrance program for lawyers who passed on in 2025. Let us know of anyone who should be included.
IndyBar: Employee Ownership Trusts – Succession Planning with Purpose
An Employee Ownership Trust holds a portion of ownership of a company for the benefit of a defined purpose, not an individual beneficiary.
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You make it possible for the foundation to advance justice and lead positive change in Indianapolis through philanthropy, education, and service.
Appellate court to hear arguments in Munster officials/state dispute over alleged overpayments
The Indiana Court of Appeals will hear oral arguments next week for a case involving a longstanding dispute between a pair of former Munster school administrators and the state over alleged overpayments to the two men.
Hamilton County Prosecutor Greg Garrison announces retirement
Chief Deputy Prosecutor Josh Kocher will assume Garrison’s duties to ensure a smooth transition, according to a Hamilton County post on Facebook.
Indiana’s 110-mile border with Michigan is fuzzy, which ‘isn’t a problem until it is.’
The last official survey of the dividing line between Michiganders and Hoosiers was conducted in 1827, and wooden markers placed by federal surveyors at that time have largely rotted into the pastoral landscape.
Indiana House Democrats, Republicans spar over redistricting as session begins
The start of the 2026 legislative session comes after months of political pressure from the White House for GOP-controlled states to reconfigure maps to favor Republicans ahead of next year’s midterm elections.