Hammerle On … ‘The Walk,’ ‘The Martian,’ ‘Sicario’
Bob Hammerle says legendary director Robert Zemeckis’ “The Walk” must be added to the list of great films in 2015.
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Indiana law firms showcase local artists
Frost Brown Todd LLC has turned a portion of its 19th-floor suite into an art gallery. Every couple of months, the walls of the meeting area, conference room and adjoining hallways are adorned with a new collection of works by a local artist.
Indianapolis Red Mass highlights legal lesson of the Good Samaritan
An estimated 200 attorneys, judges and law students gathered Oct. 5 to celebrate the beginning of the judicial year at the 56th annual Red Mass sponsored by the St. Thomas More Society of Indianapolis.
Journalist Bob Woodward finds new piece to Nixon puzzle
Journalist Bob Woodward's new book, history, and the lessons of leadership will all be part of Woodward’s talk when he comes to Indianapolis Nov. 6. Woodward is the keynote speaker at the Indiana Bar Foundation’s 65th anniversary benefit dinner.
Attorneys en garde!
Lawyers who’ve taken a stab at fencing say there’s no other sport quite like it. More to the point, they say competing with the blade sharpens their legal acumen and attacks the stresses of the profession.
Death row inmate at 16, later freed, couldn’t escape past
Paula Cooper spent 27 years in prison for the stabbing death of an elderly Gary woman. While many forgave her, she could not forgive herself. She was released in 2013 and, earlier this year, took her own life.
Conour ‘American Greed’ episode airdate set
The true-crime documentary series “American Greed” next month will air an episode featuring convicted fraudster and former high-powered Indiana attorney William Conour.
Reuben didn’t forget when local club turned him away
Note my musings on friend Larry Reuben on the occasion of the spring opening of the Riviera Club pool.
Attorney Lawrence Reuben remembered for community activism
Indianapolis attorney Lawrence M. Reuben, who created a strong legacy of community activism, died Sept. 11, 2015. He was 67 years old.
Lawyer Softball League wraps 2015 season
The Indianapolis Lawyers Softball League recently wrapped its 2015 season with the “Pokers” claiming the championship title.
Attorney Lawrence Reuben remembered for community activism
Indianapolis attorney Lawrence M. Reuben, who created a strong legacy of community activism, died Sept. 11, 2015. He was 67 years old.
Judges to join students in Constitution Day celebration
Indiana appellate and trial court judges along with Indiana Supreme Court attorneys will be celebrating Constitution Day by visiting with more than 2,500 students across the state.
Indiana ceremony recalls victims of Sept. 11 terror attacks
Indiana's governor and first lady joined in a moment of silence during a ceremony marking the 14th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.
Exhibit will recreate drafting of Indiana’s first constitution
The Indiana Historical Society will pay homage to the state’s upcoming bicentennial with an exhibit recreating the setting where Indiana's first Constitution was drafted in 1816.
Open House: Move north proves positive for Schuckit & Associates
The new location contains a calmer, more relaxed and “dog-friendly” environment for lawyers and staff.
Senior partner performs at ballroom dance competitions
Peter Velde, a senior partner at Kightlinger & Gray LLP, enjoys the many benefits of ballroom dancing, and has participated in four dance competitions alongside his wife, Doreen.
Bingham partner Solada key player in zoning disputes
Mary Solada has built a reputation as one of Indianapolis’ top real estate attorneys by representing large developers on important zoning matters.
Dimos takes key ABA post, vows to stay connected locally
James Dimos’ new leadership gig with the American Bar Association eventually will take him away from his adopted Indianapolis home of more than 30 years but, in a way, he’ll be returning home.
Lawyer runs 155 miles through the Gobi Desert
In June, 53-year-old David McAvoy not only marked his 25th year working at Eli Lilly, he also participated in a 155-mile race through the largest desert region in Asia: the Gobi Desert.
Job market somewhat improved for law school grads
The National Association for Law Placement’s new analysis of the job market heralded the first rise in the employment rate in eight years for new law school graduates. However, the uptick comes with two caveats – the method for measuring employment has been tweaked which could be contributing to the better rate and the small size of the 2014 class provides an improved jobs rate despite a lower actual number of jobs secured.