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Opinions May 7, 2013

May 7, 2013

7th Circuit Court of Appeals
Jose J. Loera, Jr. v. United States of America
11-3223
Criminal. Affirms drug conviction and 240-month prison sentence, holding that Loera failed to prove his attorney provided ineffective legal counsel. Loera claimed that a prior grant of a motion to suppress his statements to police before consulting an attorney should have been binding on future proceedings. The court held it was doubtful that a subsequent refusal to suppress on different grounds, if it was error, was harmful.

7th Circuit reaffirms drug conviction over claims of ineffective counsel

May 7, 2013

A man convicted of federal drug charges failed to convince a panel of the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals that his conviction should be vacated due to ineffective assistance of counsel. The court affirmed a conviction from the District Court for the Northern District of Indiana.

Entering a guilty plea is not a mitigating factor, COA rules

May 7, 2013

Although a Shelby County man successfully argued that signing an “Advisement of Rights and Waiver” document did not bar him from appealing his sentence, he failed to convince the Indiana Court of Appeals that the trial court abused its discretion when sentencing him.

Court erred in barring expert witness in decade-old software suit

May 7, 2013

A trial court erred when it excluded the expert testimony of a witness who sought to address damages for a software company whose former employees allegedly violated non-compete clauses.

COA affirms mom’s termination of rights despite ‘clean screen’ given to judge

May 7, 2013

An Indianapolis mother with a history of drug abuse and domestic violence failed to persuade the Indiana Court of Appeals to reverse the termination of her parental rights, even though she introduced herself to the presiding judge after oral arguments and had a student deliver to the judge evidence of a clean drug screen taken a day earlier.

IBA: How to Save Time and Increase Cash Flow

May 7, 2013

Time is money. You may not be able to detail it on a year-end balance sheet or claim a whiled away afternoon as a legitimate loss, but the old adage is still true. For lawyers dependent on hourly billing, managing time is one of the most essential professional practices to be mastered.

IBA Frontlines – 5/8/13

May 7, 2013

Read news from the IndyBar!

Blomquist: The IBA Bench Bar Conference, Well Worth the ‘Conference Depression’ Risk

May 7, 2013

Here is a new phrase for me: “Conference Depression.
According to the Urban Dictionary, the definition of “conference depression” is: “Being extremely depressed after an awesome weekend at a conference.” Withdrawal usually lasts a day or two depending on the conference.

IBA: Fun Abounds at the Bench Bar Conference

May 7, 2013

Though the Bench Bar Conference’s unparalleled educational programming naturally receives top billing, its plentiful non-CLE related offerings are also worthy of being shared and appreciated. From golf to trivia, these activities are vital in creating the casual, relaxed atmosphere that has mad

IBA Bar Leader Series Class X: Public Safety in the Spotlight

May 7, 2013

Regrettably, we see all too often in the news the various threats to the safety of our citizens in Indianapolis and throughout the country. These struggles are universal and impact all of us as a society in different ways.

IBA: Shortridge High School Hosts Naturalization Ceremony

May 7, 2013

Students at Shortridge Magnet High School for Law & Public Policy experienced the final step to becoming an American citizen first-hand Thursday, May 2 as the school hosted a naturalization ceremony for more than 80 individuals seeking citizenship.

By the numbers: 2013 National High School Mock Trial Championship

May 7, 2013

Read about what it takes to put on the championship program in Indianapolis.

Indiana Court Decisions – April 17–30, 2013

May 7, 2013

Read opinions from Indiana’s appellate courts.

Hammerle on … ‘Mud,’ ‘No’

May 7, 2013

It wasn’t that long ago that I would have given Matthew McConaughey the same chance of receiving an Oscar nomination as the Supreme Leader of North Korea receiving a Nobel Peace Prize. Times haven’t changed on the Korean Peninsula, but they certainly have in Hollywood.

Law School Briefs – 5/8/13

May 7, 2013

Read news from Indiana’s law schools.

DTCI: As attorneys, conflict is our business

May 7, 2013

This is not a call for more “civility.” To be candid, I have heard that so many times from so many people that it has lost all significance to me.

Federal Bar Update: Supreme Court takes rare steps on procedural decisions

May 7, 2013

With its limited docket, the U.S. Supreme Court rarely decides procedural issues, focusing instead on weighty constitutional issues or resolving split interpretations of federal statutes. This term, however, the Supreme Court has addressed several procedural issues.

Indiana Judges Association: Judges need to take control of cultural standing

May 7, 2013

Have you ever Googled “lawyer dog”? If you do, be prepared to see a limitless line of websites all featuring identical photos of the same canine seated behind his desk, along with various one-liners related to the law, dogs and just silliness.

Technology Untangled: Display your iPad on the big screen at trial

May 7, 2013

The iPad is a convenient and useful personal device for many daily work (and play) activities. However, when it comes time to show what is on your 9.7-inch screen and share it with others, the iPad can use a little help.

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Opinions May 7, 2013

7th Circuit reaffirms drug conviction over claims of ineffective counsel

Entering a guilty plea is not a mitigating factor, COA rules

Court erred in barring expert witness in decade-old software suit

COA affirms mom’s termination of rights despite ‘clean screen’ given to judge

IBA: How to Save Time and Increase Cash Flow

IBA Frontlines – 5/8/13

Blomquist: The IBA Bench Bar Conference, Well Worth the ‘Conference Depression’ Risk

IBA: Fun Abounds at the Bench Bar Conference

IBA Bar Leader Series Class X: Public Safety in the Spotlight

IBA: Shortridge High School Hosts Naturalization Ceremony

By the numbers: 2013 National High School Mock Trial Championship

Indiana Court Decisions – April 17–30, 2013

Hammerle on … ‘Mud,’ ‘No’

Law School Briefs – 5/8/13

DTCI: As attorneys, conflict is our business

Federal Bar Update: Supreme Court takes rare steps on procedural decisions

Indiana Judges Association: Judges need to take control of cultural standing

Technology Untangled: Display your iPad on the big screen at trial

Bar Crawl – 5/8/13