Legal community seeks answers for law schools’ woes
With the closing of Indiana Tech School of Law and an uncertain future for Valparaiso University School of Law, experts say there are no easy answers for the pressures facing legal education.
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ABA president launches initiative to study why women leave law
Women, particularly those in their 40s and 50s, leave the legal profession at a much higher rate than their male counterparts. ABA President Hilarie Bass has launched an initiative to explore the reasons and improve prospects for long-term careers for women in the law.
Probate bar proposes legislation to permit electronic signatures on wills
In an increasingly digital world, the legal ritual of a person signing a last will and testament before two witnesses who attest to the signer’s capacity may be evolving. Lawmakers next year will consider a proposal to allow electronic signatures on wills and other trust and estate documents.
Admission ceremony reminds new attorneys of their duty
Indiana’s newest lawyers — almost 300 in all — were sworn in Monday morning as their families and friends took pride in their accomplishment and members of the Indiana judiciary offered advice.
Susskind: Hang on to your laptops, upheaval will increase
Even while he outlines the profound changes that will rock the legal industry in the next 15 years, Richard Susskind maintains there will still be room for those who became lawyers because they want to make a difference.
Susskind to share views on shifting legal market at ISBA annual meeting
Richard Susskind — attorney, professor, author and consultant — believes technology will fundamentally change the practice of law and what lawyers do. His views draw attention, spark debate, and will be featured in a speech to the Indiana State Bar Association.
Metzel prepares to lead ISBA at time of transition
Andi Metzel views her presidency, which coincides with the transition to a new Indiana State Bar Association executive director, as an opportunity for the bar association to reflect on its mission and refine how its services meet the needs of its members and their clients.
Online legal services coming, but ethical questions remain
Web-based legal service providers have their sights set on expanding their offerings in Indiana, and they’ll need lawyers in the state to do it. Trouble is, no one has yet determined whether some of the companies’ business models may violate rules of professional conduct.
Federal judge criticized by Trump returning home to Indiana for special celebration
Judge Gonzalo Curiel, the California federal jurist attacked by then presidential candidate Donald Trump, will be returning to his home state of Indiana to help commemorate the Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration at the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana.
Skeel’s skills make ISBA members confident of success
The Indiana State Bar Association’s choice for executive director brings experience leading a national member-based nonprofit in a field that has been disrupted by technology and consolidation.
Membership will top to-do list for new ISBA executive director
As the new executive director of the Indiana State Bar Association, Joe Skeel is being touted for the nearly 10 years of experience he brings in running a national, voluntary membership-based nonprofit.
ISBA announces new executive director
An Indiana native with a background in journalism has been tapped to lead the Indiana State Bar Association.
IndyBar: IndyBar, ISBA and IPA Paralegals Host Annual Joint Meeting
The Indianapolis Bar Association Paralegal Committee, the Indiana Paralegal Association (IPA) and the Indiana State Bar Association (ISBA) Affiliate Committee came together on May 24, 2017 for their annual joint meeting.
For lawyers, competency issues differ based on age
When a group of Indiana lawyers was asked who had ever faced age-related discrimination at work, whether for being too young or too old, nearly half the hands in the room went up.
New ISBA online attorney directory aims to help public find lawyers
In an effort to encourage members of the public to hire professional legal assistance rather than tackling their legal issues alone, the Indiana State Bar Association has launched a new electronic attorney directory, known as “You Need a Lawyer: ISBA Directory.”
Attorneys encouraged to practice ‘active relaxation’ outside work
After a long day of briefs, arguments and client meetings, attorneys might be tempted to go home and relax on the couch. But according to mental health experts, spending evenings in front of the television might not be that relaxing for those who want to fully escape the pressures of work.
ABA president touts resources for Indiana solo, small firms
President Linda Klein also encouraged advocacy for legal aide services while at the Indiana State Bar Association Solo and Small Firm Conference.
‘Sunrise CLEs’ discuss changing gender markers, avoiding copyright infringement
Though the majority of the Indiana State Bar Association’s Solo and Small Firm Conference was filled with experts in various legal fields sharing their in-depth knowledge, conference attendees also had the opportunity to learn a little bit Saturday morning during the conference’s shorter “Sunrise CLE” sessions.
ISBA session offers tips in dealing with parents of a child with disabilities
Though judges are generally thought to be the gatekeepers of the law, in family law situations, parents may try to guard the gates of access to their children.
New Orleans attorney offers solo and small firms ‘keys’ to better online presence
There is a clear solution for lawyers who want to recruit better clients – improve your online communications strategy.