Judge Charnette Garner’s appointment was among the first gubernatorial appointments following the passage of House Enrolled Act 1036 in 2017, creating merit selection of judges in Marion County.
At 8 a.m. on April 27, the Indianapolis Bar Foundation will host its annual Empowerment Breakfast at Meridian Hills Country Club.
It’s rare that a lawyer’s career includes time as president of a nationwide bar association. It’s even more rare when that attorney had a lead role in a case that captured the country. Lonita K. Baker has the distinction of achieving these unique achievements.
Mediation disputes come in all shapes, sizes and subjects. While it is important to understand the nature and background of the dispute, it may be more important for a mediator to understand what drives the decision-making process of the parties.
Especially in the current job market, it’s important not to overextend yourself in hiring new attorneys or staff persons.
The EPA is cracking down on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), a ubiquitous family of chemicals that can be found everywhere from dairy farms and military bases to nonstick pans and food packaging.
Indiana Lawyer has brought in three new journalists since January and is taking a hard look at what we do and considering new ways to bring you the legal news you want and need.
A lot of attorneys, new and seasoned, volunteer for everything under the sun until they’re so busy, they just wanna puke. Now, that’s not the goal of volunteering.
But what happens when noneconomic incentives are prioritized? Can the international IP system adapt? The COVID-19 pandemic brought this issue to light.
AI is a growing facet of the legal profession, and lawyers need to be guided on what it is, what it can do and where the limitations are on its use. Here are three things to know about AI and ethics.
Indianapolis criminal defense attorney Robert Hammerle gives us take on “Glass Onion,” “Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance with Somebody,” and “See How They Run.”
All lawyers who regularly practice family law know the standard for parenting time and can rattle it off without a second thought.
On March 2, the Biden administration issued its long-awaited National Cyber Strategy. The “strategy” is bold, calling for a number of initiatives and reforms to the nation’s cyber infrastructure.
By Julie Armstrong Paralegals are vital to the success of law firms across the legal profession. Ask any seasoned lawyer or law firm administrator and they will tell you the most successful practices are anchored by an exceptional team. I’m challenging our Indy legal community to invest in these key players more actively. Are you […]
t the crossroads of innovation and ownership, one finds intellectual property. While the desire for creative advancement and the need for protection aren’t necessarily in opposition to one another, the two must be balanced.
Mental health issues are important for lawyers to understand, because as mental health increasingly takes center stage in attorney offices and the courtroom, we must see ourselves in our clients’ struggles.
Do you know an outstanding paralegal who should be recognized for their contribution to the legal community? Nominate someone who stands out in the paralegal profession and deserves special recognition for the IndyBar’s 2023 Paralegal of the Year Award.
Indiana’s laissez faire approach to employers makes our state a business-friendly place to operate. However, in recent years, our neighboring states have enacted laws that mandate greater benefits and protections than those available to many Hoosier employees.
From their seats in the Kathleen and Ann DeLaney Moot Court Room, admitted students look to the front of the room where they see the portraits of four trailblazing alumnae who have made indelible marks on the judiciary.
Law firms have traditionally extended credit to clients by billing in arrears. But let’s be honest: That’s not a client-facing model.