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May 25, 2013
Beginning the Bench Bar Countdown: Still time to join us in Louisville!

Though the 20th Annual Bench Bar Conference is just three weeks away, it’s not too late to make plans to join your colleagues at this year’s event. Still need some convincing before you pack your bags for Louisville? Join us … Continue reading →

May 25, 2013
Interrogatories: Candid Q&A with Marcia Oddi

By Tyler D. Helmond, Voyles Zahn & Paul Marcia J. Oddi Editor, The Indiana Law Blog She is a graduate of Indiana University and the Indiana University McKinney School of Law. She served as Revisor of Statutes, Director of the … Continue reading →

May 25, 2013
Fun Abounds at the Bench Bar Conference

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 … Continue reading →

May 25, 2013
Time is Money: How to Save Time and Increase Cash Flow

By Mark Hershman, Hershman Associates 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 … Continue reading →

May 25, 2013
Interrogatories: Candid Q&A with Benjamin Keele

By Tyler D. Helmond, Voyles Zahn & Paul Benjamin Keele, Research and Instruction Librarian, Indiana University McKinney School of Law He is a graduate of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Indiana University Maurer School of Law, and Indiana University School of … Continue reading →

May 25, 2013
IndyBar President’s Message: Let’s Take Care of the Lawyers

By Kerry Hyatt Blomquist, Indiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence & 2013 IndyBar President A dear non-lawyer friend of mine recently gave me a joke book about lawyers. If you’re like me you have received such a gift before and you … Continue reading →

May 25, 2013
Something for Everyone: 20th Annual Bench Bar Conference Features In-House Counsel Track

While litigators and judges have long sung the praises of the IndyBar’s annual Bench Bar conference, opportunities for transactional attorneys have historically been more limited at the event. It’s appropriate, then, that the 20th Anniversary of the Bench Bar Conference … Continue reading →

May 25, 2013
IndyBar Launches Online CLE

In an age where nearly every task can be completed on the Web, it’s no surprise that online education is gaining in popularity for busy professionals across the globe. Recognizing the need to provide quality legal education in the online … Continue reading →

May 25, 2013
Pinnick, Cline Honored with “Nod to Professionalism”

The Indianapolis Bar Association’s Standing Committee on Professionalism seeks to promote positive images of lawyers throughout the Indianapolis community and within our bar. To this end, we acknowledge local practitioners who exemplify professionalism and civility. At the recommendation of a … Continue reading →

May 25, 2013
Client Development Through Relationship Building

By Mark Hershman, Hershman Associates As a seasoned professional, you know the ins and outs of laws and regulations, the guidelines and the sound strategies that will benefit your clients. You have no trepidations offering advice. When it comes to … Continue reading →

May 25, 2013
Firm Takes Another Hit in Bid to Collect 'Unconscionable' Fees

An appellate panel has tossed a $16 million contingency fee for work Graubard Miller performed for a New York real estate magnate's widow.

May 25, 2013
Counting the Hours

A new ABA-backed project aims to blaze a path for the nation's underfunded, overburdened public defenders while improving indigent defense.

May 25, 2013
In Tricky Prosecutions, Judges Play Peacemakers

The U.S. Supreme Court could soon clarify the scope of a rule that discourages federal courts from allowing criminal settlement conferences.

May 25, 2013
Compliance a Priority, But C&E Leaders Face Hurdles

Policy management and lack of resources are two key challenges for corporate compliance and ethics representatives, says a new survey.

May 25, 2013
Commendable Conduct Award

Steven J. Harper's readers know his criticism of law school deans. But he's giving credit to one who's announced big cuts in class size.

May 25, 2013
Eric Turkewitz on Legal Blogging

Eric Turkewitz, of The Turkewitz Law Firm and author of the New York Personal Injury Law Blog, offers dos and don'ts for first-time legal bloggers.

May 25, 2013
Twitter: A Sleeping Discovery Giant?

Attorney Daniel Cummins and staff reporter Ben Present discuss the emerging issue of social media law. In this installment, the two discuss the differences between Facebook and Twitter, and whether Twitter posts can be discoverable.

May 25, 2013
Steve Fletcher on BYOD

Steve Fletcher, CIO at Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein, speaks to issues "bring your own device" policies bring to law firms, such as securing client data.

May 25, 2013
Are Social Media Sites Discoverable?

Attorney Daniel Cummins and staff reporter Ben Present discuss the emerging issue of social media law. In this installment, the two discuss whether Facebook pages are discoverable.

May 25, 2013
SEC Investigations 101: 20 Frequently Asked Questions

Most large corporations will face a Securities and Exchange Commission investigation at some point. These 20 decision points commonly faced by counsel during an SEC investigation provide a starting point for developing a strategy.