Trimble: Lawyers experience joy as in-person bar events return
During 2022, I have had the pleasure of attending several in-person bar association meetings, and one word can describe the mood of myself and those in attendance. That word is joy.
Opinion
Articles
DTCI: Challenges are opportunities to become better lawyers
The practice of law and the zealous representation of clients demand that we, at times, take unpopular positions and make difficult decisions. This can cause considerable angst and sleepless nights.
Hammerle on… “Emily the Criminal” and “The Territory”
Indianapolis criminal defense attorney Robert Hammerle gives us his take on “Emily the Criminal” and “The Territory.”
Retzner: Transferring Florida real estate: Proceed with caution
The first reaction when confronted with a client owning real estate outside Indiana is to transfer that property into a trust, LLC or other method. However, Florida’s property tax laws may yield a result that could be much worse than ancillary administration.
IndyBar: The New LL Cool J: Lawyers Landing Cool Jobs
Private law firms aren’t for everybody, and some private practices and private attorneys are destined to struggle whether due to poor management, stagnate client development, shifting markets for their legal services or 100-year pandemics.
IndyBar: Second Chances in the Marion County Criminal Justice System
Criminal justice leaders in Indianapolis have looked at the disparities our system struggles with and are working to rebalance it.
IndyBar: John Kautzman to Receive IndyBar’s Highest Honor
A selection committee acting on behalf of the Indianapolis Bar Association and the Foundation has announced the selection of John F. Kautzman as the recipient of IndyBar’s prestigious Luminary Award of Excellence.
IndyBar: Updates to Lawyer Referral Service
IndyBar’s Lawyer Referral Service (LRS) is getting an update.
IndyBar: You Never Know Who’s Listening … Or Reading
How easy are we making it for others to compromise client confidentiality or client privacy? A few simple tips can make obtaining client information that much harder.
DTCI: 29th Annual Conference and Meeting of the Membership Nov. 17-18
A five-star lineup of speakers for this year’s Annual Conference has been assembled. We hope to see you there on Nov. 17 and 18.
IndyBar: Ethics: When Silence Is Not Golden: The BOOM SHAKALAKA Defense
This article was originally published in Indiana Lawyer in 2020. Our authors recognize that some references are dated; however, the content is continually relevant to practitioners and is being reprinted for those that missed it the first time.
Hammerle on… “Nope” and “Prey”
Indianapolis criminal defense attorney Robert Hammerle gives us his take on “Nope” and “Prey.”
Bravo: A new year begins at IU McKinney
The 2022-23 academic year has begun at the Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law.
Wilson: How to reuse communications more efficiently and effectively
Disclaimer: This article will hopefully give you some ideas on how to use technology to communicate more efficiently. But first, think through how to communicate more effectively.
Trimble: Advice from a justice: ‘Do a little bit more for other people’
On Aug. 31, Justice Steven David, a genuine friend of the legal profession and our system of justice, retired from the Indiana Supreme Court. As he departed, he encouraged everyone to “do a little bit more for other people.”
Dreyer: The future of judicial independence: A ‘conversation’
The following is an interview with Justice Solomon Sabia, the only reportedly totally independent judge in the Western Hemisphere.
IndyBar: E-Discovery Day offers practical insight, networking opportunity
In its fifth year, IndyBar’s E-Discovery Day will take place Friday, Dec. 2, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at IndyBar Headquarters.
IndyBar: President’s Message: Stop the Negativity!!
Having a more uplifting mindset can pave the way for improved mental and physical health and impact our daily work and our relationships in a positive way.
IndyBar: Play Ball!
Hosted by IndyBar’s Professionalism Committee, the annual softball game brought out some of IndyBar’s best and most athletic members.
Greising and Tychonievich: Rebranding your school: Benefits, burdens and pathways
A school’s brand will likely be one of its highest valued assets and should be protected or, in some cases, rebranded to help the school compete for students and fulfill its educational purposes.