2 Indiana law schools in top 25 of annual ranking
Using a new methodology that takes into account the number of graduates who found jobs in the legal profession, U.S. News & World Report released Tuesday its latest ranking of law schools.
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Justices: Evidence of dismissed crimes allowable for post-conviction relief
A Delaware County man who pleaded guilty to armed robbery and criminal confinement in a deal that dropped seven other felony counts was not improperly denied post-conviction relief when a judge considered evidence of charges that were dismissed, the Indiana Supreme Court ruled Tuesday.
Justices take case alleging Wabash hazing
The Indiana Supreme Court will determine whether a college and a fraternity are liable for injuries a student received as a result of a prank, and whether the incident rises to hazing.
Parr Richey plans helmet giveaway, bike safety event
A Lebanon law firm will give away kids’ bike helmets at an April event promoting bike safety and healthy lifestyles.
Applications open for Allen Superior Civil Division judge
Applications are open for qualified Allen County attorneys interested in serving as a judge in Superior Court, Civil Division.
IBA: Register today for upcoming Member Gatherings!
Escape from your office to enjoy an hour with your colleagues and these engaging programs and speakers at this year’s lineup of IndyBar member gatherings. Save the dates and register today!
IBA: Do You Know the 5 Rules of Civility?
How do you want to be remembered when you retire from the practice of law? Or, if you have already retired, how do you hope your former colleagues speak of you now?
New FMLA rule expands provisions for military families
Attorneys see the 20-year-old Act growing beyond its original intent.
Blomquist: Funding our Guarantors of Democracy
Although it’s a challenge to separate the reality from the hype when discussing impact of sequestration on our court system, it is a necessary dialogue, and numbers and potential impact must be shared.
IBA: Racing Attorney Conference Returns to Indy in April
Indianapolis prides itself as the “racing capital of the world.” But even as numerous industries in Indiana have benefited enormously from motorsports, for many years the benefit to the legal community of Indiana was less certain.
IBA: Coaching To Help Meet Professional Goals
You’re an expert in the legal arena. You live and breathe assisting individuals in this litigious society … or so you thought. It doesn’t take long in your field to realize all those various law classes back in law school failed to cover the basics of managing a successful practice.
Refiguring workers’ comp in Indiana
A House bill looks to raise worker benefits, causing a tug-of-war over hospital reimbursement.
Justice Clarence Thomas visits Notre Dame Law School
U.S. Supreme Court Associate Justice Clarence Thomas visited the Notre Dame Law School March 5 and 6 as the Judge James J. Clynes Jr. Visiting Chair.
Is COA opinion on threat to judge a threat to rights?
Advocates say imprisoned blogger’s ruling out of the Indiana Court of Appeals imperils the First Amendment.
Moberly breaks barrier on federal bench
Indiana’s first female bankruptcy is judge one of two new jurists in the Southern District.
Hammerle on ‘Jack the Giant Slayer,’ ‘Identity Thief’
Bob Hammerle offers his grandson to those who lack the nerve to see “Jack the Giant Slayer” alone. All he needs is popcorn.
Spotlight: Change of venue case requires planning, preparation and packing
Moving a trial from one court to another can be cumbersome and brings with it logistical matters that have to be worked out so the lawyers can focus on presenting their case. Transporting office supplies, reserving hotel rooms, securing conference rooms and learning the demographics of the community before selecting the jury are among the tasks that have to be addressed.
Law School Briefs 3/13/13
Read news from the Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law.
DTCI: Early mentors influenced me as an attorney
How did I turn out like this? After practicing law for 32 years, I decided it was time to look back and examine the reasons that I behave certain ways.