Lawyers part of ‘super-commuter’ trend
Those who travel long distances for work say time management is critical.
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Federalist Society to host talk on unions
The Federalist Society for Law and Public Policy Studies, Indianapolis Lawyers Division Chapter, will host a lunchtime speaker at noon March 29 at the Conrad Indianapolis, Hong Kong Room, 50 W. Washington St.
End of an era
Indiana Lawyer sat down with Randall T. Shepard for a Q&A before he retired from the Indiana Supreme Court March 23.
Law students write, perform musical
Original production at Indiana University Maurer School of Law parodies law school experience.
Law firms step up for charitable cause Saturday
Several Indianapolis lawyers will participate in the “Fight for Air Climb” Saturday to benefit the American Lung Association.
U.S. attorney to speak at LRAP fundraiser
United States Attorney in the Southern District of Indiana Joseph H. Hogsett is the keynote speaker at this year’s Equal Justice Works’ public interest recognition dinner at Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law.
Shepard to be focus of 2 public radio broadcasts
Indiana Chief Justice Randall T. Shepard will be on WFYI Public Radio’s “No Limits” program the week of March 5 as the show takes a look at his legacy.
Students, attorneys learn about historic Dred Scott case
A U.S. Supreme Court decision from 155 years ago that helped ignite the Civil War came to life again Tuesday in the Indiana Supreme Court and a nearby university as part of a Black History Month observation to teach students and attorneys about the importance of the Dred Scott decision on constitutional rights.
ALA to present workplace wellness seminar
The Association of Legal Administrators, Indiana Chapter, will hold a seminar March 14 about how to successfully implement workplace wellness plans.
Poor economy, other factors leading to new economic crisis
Rising tuition, combined with a long recession where many people have had difficulty finding work, means more students are relying on student loans. In 2011, overall student borrowing surpassed $1 trillion for the first time.
Leaders beyond the office
The Indiana State Bar hopes new leadership program will encourage lawyers to take on a more active role in communities.
Arizona chief justice to speak at law school
Arizona Supreme Court Chief Justice Rebecca White Berch will visit Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law March 6 as part of the school’s Indiana Supreme Court Lecture program.
Lawyers sweat it out in ethics CLE
Sneakers, shorts and T-shirts aren’t what most attorneys typically wear to continuing legal education sessions. But on Jan. 30, lawyers put on their workout gear and hit the gym for a one-hour CLE on ethics.
Nurses-turned-attorneys have unique insight
Attorney Lorie Brown was a nurse for 12 years before becoming a lawyer. Now, she hopes to help nurses avoid some of the common mistakes that could land them in litigation.
Running toward a stable life
Attorneys volunteer with a nonprofit that helps homeless people get back on their feet.
Valpo, Maurer law students to help prepare taxes
Indiana University Maurer School of Law and Valparaiso University Law School students will once again help low-income and elderly Hoosiers prepare their tax returns.
Law school event to commemorate civil rights figures
The Black Law Students Association, The Democratic Law Society and the ACLU chapter at Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law will host a Black History Month event Feb. 14 commemorating the lives to two civil rights figures.