Partner pay rises despite economic recession
Partners at Indianapolis’ largest law firms are enjoying healthy pay increases despite the tough economic times.
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First Wednesday event to discuss use of force by police
The American Civil Liberties Union of Indiana’s First Wednesday discussion on Aug. 3 is “POLICE: Use of Force – Crossing the Threshold.”
‘Notario’ pleads guilty to tax evasion, illegal law practice
A Marion Superior judge has sentenced an Indianapolis woman who offered illegal immigration services without a law license and evaded paying her income taxes through that business.
DOJ: No charges against cops involved in arrest of Indianapolis teen
The U.S. Department of Justice announced Thursday that it’s closed its investigation into whether federal criminal civil rights charges should be filed against the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department officers involved in the arrest of Indianapolis teenager Brandon Johnson. Johnson claimed officers used excessive force while trying to arrest him.
Students learn through Leaders in Firms Emerging
Five students from an Indianapolis high school held summer internships through Leaders in Firms Emerging, which included working at law firms.
Indianapolis attorney creates rescue mission for displaced children
Tim Rowe enjoys practicing law but also wants to help others around the world.
Attorneys to get big cut of $300K OmniSource settlement
An OmniSource executive says the company wouldn't have made the settlement with the Marion County prosecutor if it knew more than a third of the cash wouldn't be going to Indianapolis police for training programs.
New law allows for restricted record access for certain crimes
A change in state law that starts Friday allows non-violent offenders to have their criminal records sealed for misdemeanor and Class D felonies. An Indianapolis man is already filing a petition asking the Marion Superior Court to limit access to records involving two money conversion convictions.
Sidebars: ‘A Taste of Europe’ found in Indianapolis
Attorneys Jennifer Lukemeyer and Frederick Vaiana give the grocer three gavels.
Federalist Society to host Notre Dame associate dean
The Federalist Society, Indianapolis Lawyers Division Chapter, will host Richard W. Garnett, associate dean and professor of law at Notre Dame Law School, for a lecture at noon June 9.
Supreme Court splits on Barrett Law sewer payment case
A divided Indiana Supreme Court has ruled that the City of Indianapolis didn’t violate the constitution by refusing to grant some homeowners’ refund requests for sewer project assessments they’d paid in full when other homeowners who’d made partial installment payments had the remaining balance of assessments owed discharged.
Prosecutor undergoes bypass surgery
Marion County Prosecutor Terry Curry underwent cardiac bypass surgery Monday at an Indianapolis-area hospital.
Legally preserving history
Real estate, property negligence, and zoning laws are often utilized to preserve, restore, or protect sites having historic significance.
Bicycling barristers
Lawyers say fitness and networking are among the perks of traveling to the office on two wheels.
Open house Thursday for court agency office
The Domestic Relations Counseling Bureau is holding an open house Thursday for its new offices in the City-County Building in downtown Indianapolis. The 40-year-old court agency provides recommendations to the court for custody and visitation.
Teamwork at IHSAA
The general counsel for state athletic association enjoys the challenges of the job.
Mediation firm champions comfort
The Mediation Option’s attorneys say the laid-back atmosphere in the office distinguishes them from other mediators in Indiana.
Justice-turned-mediator: ADR does work
When he was on the bench, former Indiana Supreme Court Justice Ted Boehm read a lot about alternative dispute resolution, and now that he’s off the bench, he can see firsthand that it truly does work.
Judge dismisses civil forfeiture suit against state prosecutors
A Marion Superior judge has tossed a lawsuit against 78 county prosecutors being accused of breaking the law by not turning over seized assets from criminals to a school construction fund. In doing so, the judge expressed concern about the lack of reasoning and consistency demonstrated by prosecutors throughout the state.