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Shootings put safety on lawyers’ radar
Two separate shootings involving Fort Wayne attorneys highlight the need for lawyers to use common sense when it comes to protecting themselves.
ISBA presents business school for lawyers
The Indiana State Bar Association has partnered with Butler University’s College of Business, Executive Education Office, to offer Business School for Lawyers beginning in August.
More attorneys choosing gradual retirement
Economics are one reason why lawyers postpone withdrawal from practice.
Lawyers should stay away from ‘daily deals’
An attorney’s inquiry on a listserv led to the Indiana State Bar Association ethics opinion.
‘Hologram’ performance by Tupac creates legal questions for IP lawyers
Fans raved about the "hologram" Tupac Shakur's performance at Coachella. For intellectual property lawyers, Tupac’s virtual return to the stage raises some interesting questions.
Faegre Baker Daniels attorney’s home is target of shooting
The home of an attorney at Faegre Baker Daniels in Fort Wayne was shot at Tuesday morning. Police are exploring whether the shooting is connected to an incident last month in a neighboring subdivision in which a Faegre Baker Daniels attorney was shot in his garage.
Attorneys donate record amount to food banks
Lawyers and law firms participating in this year’s March Against Hunger raised the equivalent of 135 tons of food, a record amount for the competition that’s in its fourth year.
Indianapolis attorney charged with defrauding clients out of $2.5M
An Indianapolis attorney has been charged with misappropriating more than $2 million from his clients.
Temporary admissions may create problems
Being unaware of court rules can lead to disciplinary action.
Importance of contracts in construction
A construction management company was found not liable by the Indiana Supreme Court for a subcontractor’s injury.
Changing world inspires law school program
The recently announced dual degree J.D./LL.B. program by the Indiana University Maurer School of Law and Jindal Global Law School in India is still in the planning stages, but to many legal professors and professionals, the program promises to be a boon for students interested in practicing international law.
Firm to pass out children’s bicycle helmets at annual event
Representatives from Parr Richey Obremskey Frandsen & Patterson will present the second annual “PedalPalooza” event on April 28 to raise awareness about the importance of bicycle safety for children.
Firms raise funds for lung association
Indianapolis firms participated in the American Lung Association’s Fight for Air Climb to raise money.
Cultural background may affect mediation
Awareness and understanding ensure that mediators maintain neutrality and avoid making generalizations about other cultures’ values.
Knowing when the time is right
Mediators say the type of case can dictate when to begin the ADR process.
Lawyers part of ‘super-commuter’ trend
Those who travel long distances for work say time management is critical.
Attorney recovering after shooting
A Fort Wayne attorney shot Tuesday morning at his home is recovering from his injuries, which are not life threatening.
Legal briefs raise copyright questions
A New York federal suit challenges publishers’ selling of attorneys’ work.