Taft launches New York office as it continues to expand presence across US
The new office is located in Manhattan, and the firm expects to hire more than 100 lawyers there over the next five years.
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IBJ names Taft’s Bob Hicks the Forty Under 40 Alumni Award winner
Indianapolis had always been Bob Hicks’ anchor, both metaphorically and geographically.
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Attorneys emphasize planning early for smoother retirement
Attorneys of all generations must eventually face the sometimes dreaded next step in their careers: retirement.
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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.
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Rise in law firm mergers expected to continue
So far in 2025, 47 law firm mergers have been completed in the United States, with eight alone in the third quarter. That number is up from 43 for the same period a year ago and is on track to reach its highest annual total since the pandemic.
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Indianapolis personal injury firms merge as Johnson Jensen Williams
The combined team of attorneys will continue to focus on areas of the law including personal injury, medical malpractice and wrongful death.
Global insurance law firm brings services to new northwest Indiana office
Clyde & Co announced the expansion to Indiana on March 17, marking the firm’s 21st office in North America. The firm also has a presence in Africa, Asia, Latin America, the Middle East and Europe.
Company admits it diverted private patient records to law firms
Epic noticed in the fall of 2022 that law firms appeared to have access to patient records.
Two law firms with southern Indiana presence to merge Jan. 1
The merger will unite more than 325 attorneys in 14 offices across four states.
Shifts in college sports create opportunities for Fishers-based law firm
A Fishers-based law firm that’s made a name for itself in college sports compliance is gearing up for big changes as federal lawmakers weigh sweeping reforms to how athletes are paid and how competition is governed.
Smaller firms can be best fit for some new attorneys
The National Association of Law Placement’s Class of 2024 National Summary Report shows roughly 25% of new graduates started out at a firm of one to 10 attorneys.
Nonprofit law firms could help address Indiana’s lawyer shortage
The Commission on Indiana’s Legal Future is supporting a concept being built and tested by students at the Indiana University Maurer School of Law.
AI issues generating business for Indiana law firms
AI-related labor and employment issues, patents, technology transactions and licensing are just some of the areas bringing in business to law firms.
Global law firm ups competition for Indiana casino clients
Greenberg Traurig LLP, a firm with global coverage in multiple disciplines, has made some prominent hires in its Chicago office this past year, with a particular focus on Indiana casino gambling and lobbying.
More law firms using artificial intelligence, but with a watchful eye
The American Bar Association’s 2024 Artificial Intelligence TechReport, released earlier this year, found 30.2% of attorneys indicated that their offices were currently using AI-based technology tools
Attorneys in NCAA antitrust case to share up to $725M in fees
The request for plaintiff legal fees in the House vs. NCAA case, approved Friday night, struck experts in class-action litigation as reasonable.
Former Anderson University president joins Church Church Hittle + Antrim
John Pistole, former president of Anderson University, has joined Church Church Hittle + Antrim as a senior advisor in the firm’s Higher Education Practice Group.
Indianapolis-based firm rebrands as Lewis Wagner & Trimble LLP
Representatives for Indianapolis-based law firm Lewis Wagner announced Thursday that the firm has rebranded to recognize the contributions of partner John C. Trimble. The firm is now called Lewis Wagner & Trimble LLP.
Law firms fighting Trump to ask judges to permanently block executive orders
Two major law firms are expected to ask separate judges on Wednesday to permanently block President Donald Trump’s executive orders that were designed to punish them and hurt their business operations.
Former U.S. Attorney Myers stays in Indianapolis, joins McCarter & English as partner
Former U.S. Attorney Zach Myers has started a new position at McCarter & English’s Indianapolis office as a partner in the firm’s business litigation group and leader of its multidisciplinary cybersecurity and data privacy team.
Law firms, universities and now civil society groups are in Trump’s sights for punitive action
First the nation’s top law firms. Then its premier universities. Now, President Donald Trump is leaning on the advocacy groups that underpin U.S. civil society.
Keith Bice: Laterals look for long-term success at new firms
Talented lawyers are adapting to the changing economy and are increasingly looking around corners, seeking a firm that will help them better serve their current clients.
Law firm targeted by Trump could have been ‘destroyed,’ chairman says in explaining deal
The message from Brad Karp offers the most detailed public explanation yet about the decision to make significant concessions to the White House.
White House rescinds executive order targeting prominent law firm
President Donald Trump on Thursday rescinded an executive order targeting a prominent international law firm after it pledged to review its hiring practices and to provide tens of millions of dollars in free legal services to support certain White House initiatives.