Law firm relocates, plans expansion
Indianapolis-based Drewry Simmons Vornehm announced Sept. 10 it will move from Keystone Crossing in northern Marion County to a new Carmel headquarters as part of a growth plan.
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National event in Indiana can help lawyers, judges, law students
Issues that affect every member of the legal community’s mental health and wellness, whether through a personal experience or that of a colleague, will be the focus of a conference in Indianapolis next month.
Book recounts ’08 presidential race
An Indiana lawyer intimately involved in Barack Obama’s presidential run has written a book about the campaign and
how the consistently Republican state went Democrat for the first time since 1964.
Indianapolis attorney chosen as magistrate judge
A partner at Indianapolis law firm Barnes & Thornburg has been chosen as the newest federal magistrate judge for the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana.
Indianapolis IP attorney killed by husband after filing for divorce
Practicing law was never an obligation for Indianapolis attorney Mary Jane Frisby but a chance for her to say, “Wow, look what we get to do.”
Indianapolis Bar Association forms PAC
The Indianapolis Bar Association may be the first statewide or nationally to create a plan aimed at combating judicial campaign-contribution
concerns on the heels of a landmark court ruling last year.
State court offices, law firm on lockdown after shots fired in Indianapolis
A lone gunman caused downtown Indianapolis – including Indiana State Court Administration offices and law firm Barnes
& Thornburg – to be on lockdown today.
Social media presents fine line
As social media is becoming more accepted as a way for professionals to network and promote business, some attorneys are slowly getting their feet wet, while others have decided to dive in head first.
‘Virtual’ office reflects broader changes in practice of law
Bricks and mortar aren’t what the practice of law is about for attorney Brian Powers. So, he does without them in the
traditional sense.
Baker & Daniels hosts pro bono mediations
As a way to help judges and parties in paternity court in Marion County, an Indianapolis law firm recently offered conference
rooms and support staff for a day of pro bono mediation in its offices, something firm members say they hope other law firms
will consider if they have the available space.
3 remain in running for high court
The governor must choose among two judges, one appellate attorney for next justice.
Appellate rulings can create confusion for attorneys, trial judges
Clear and concise court rulings are what judges hope can be produced, so that lawyers and lower courts can have guidance on
how to address a particular legal issue. But that doesn’t always happen.
3 remain in running for Indiana Supreme Court
Two trial judges and an appellate attorney have emerged as finalists for the Indiana Supreme Court, but one those three almost
didn’t make it to Indianapolis for the second interview on Friday. Story includes video clips from the interviews.
3 emerge as finalists for justice seat
The Indiana Judicial Nominating Commission has completed its work.
Now, it’s up to Gov. Mitch Daniels to decide who’ll be the next Indiana Supreme Court justice.
Lawyer elected U.S. Libertarian Party officer
Mark Rutherford wants America’s third-largest political party to make inroads by showing competence at the grassroots level of government.
Hogsett tapped for U.S. Attorney post
When Indianapolis attorney Joe Hogsett received the news that he’d been tapped by President Barack Obama to be the next
U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Indiana, one of his first thoughts was that this could be the next home run in
his career.
Patient wins case following disclosure of HIV status
Considering how much information is out there on just about every individual – a simple Google search can prove that
– it’s difficult to say what is or isn’t private anymore.
Indy attorney Joe Hogsett tapped for U.S. Attorney post
When Indianapolis attorney Joe Hogsett received the news Wednesday that he’d been chosen by President
Barack Obama
to be the next U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Indiana, he wasn’t in court or handling a client’s legal
matters.
Lawyer-owned bar opens in Indianapolis
The Ball & Biscuit had its soft opening at 331 Massachusetts Ave. in Indianapolis June 24.
What’s a patent worth?
The question of “What is my patent worth?” is never an easy one to answer, according to intellectual property
attorneys and others who specialize in helping patent holders determine what they should expect for a patent.