Legislation inspired by Barnes ruling passes Senate committee
A Senate committee voted unanimously to pass a bill that would allow a person to resist the unlawful entry into a dwelling by a law enforcement officer under certain conditions.
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2 Martinsville legislators will not seek re-election
State Sen. Richard Bray, R-Martinsville, will not seek re-election. His announcement comes only a few weeks after Rep. Ralph Foley, R-Martinsville, said he also won’t run for re-election.
Valparaiso University to host Argentinian law scholar for lecture
Valparaiso University Law School will host Paola Bergallo, professor of law at Universidad de San Andrés in Buenos Aires, Argentina, for a guest lecture at 4 p.m. (CST) Jan. 26 at Wesemann Hall.
Chinn: Opportunities To Serve In 2012
IBA President Scott Chinn writes his first column about how members can be involved in 2012.
2012 IBA Installation Luncheon
View photos from the 2012 IBA Installation Luncheon at the Conrad Hotel in Indianapolis.
IBA: Mark Calendars for Sedona, Arizona
The Indianapolis Bar Association is going on the road with CLE to stunning Sedona, Ariz., November 15-17, 2012.
IBA: Bill Watch 2012 Available Each Week
The IndyBar’s Legislative Committee has launched Bill Watch 2012. Throughout the legislative session, the IndyBar will distribute each week through its electronic newsletter an updated report of progress and recent actions taken in regard bills and resolutions deemed of possible interest to IndyBar members.
IBA: Judicial Candidate Survey Ends January 18
The IndyBar’s Judicial Excellence Political Action Committee (“JEPAC”) survey of 2012 candidates for the Marion Superior Court will close at 11:59 p.m. on January 18.
IBA: Magnus-Stinson to be Honored with Buchanan Award
A blue ribbon selection committee acting on behalf of the Indianapolis Bar Association and the Indianapolis Bar Foundation has announced the selection of The Hon. Jane Magnus-Stinson of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana as a recipient of the IndyBar’s prestigious Hon. Paul H. Buchanan Jr. Award of Excellence.
Sidebars: Super sandwich list misses the mark
Frederick Vaiana suggests what sandwiches should have made the list of the state’s top 46 sandwiches.
Federal Bar Update: Removal and venue changes now in effect
Maley writes about the Federal Courts Jurisdiction and Venue Clarification Act of 2011.
Lucas: IL puts the call out for leaders in the law
Lucas encourages nominations for an up-and-coming lawyer or distinguished barrister for Indiana Lawyer’s Leadership in Law awards.
Judge dismisses final MDL case
The final lawsuit in a multi-district litigation case involving Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) claims against Indiana-based Zimmer Holdings has been resolved, with U.S. Judge Sarah Evans Barker in the Southern District of Indiana dismissing with prejudice the suit against the company on Dec. 23.
Dean’s Desk: Indianapolis law school enters new era
Robert H. McKinney School of Law Dean Gary R. Roberts writes about the multi-million dollar gift the Indianapolis law school received in December 2011.
Bankruptcy filings down in 2011
Attorneys says the drop in mortgage foreclosures and sales impacted filings.
Collaborative divorce offers closure for clients, demands less attorney time
Attorneys say collaborative divorce works for clients who hope to avoid the courtroom.
Prisons face legal questions in managing inmate requests
The institutions must balance religion of inmates and security of prisons.