The Marion County Bar Association (MCBA) has invested significant time, thought and resources in 2019 to ensure we are mastering “small things in a great way.” Much of the work goes unseen, but these efforts represent fundamental building blocks integral to enhancing the MCBA’s reach and impact. We believe this approach is a proven formula for sustained relevance and long-term success.

Connecting with potential clients is a crucial first step in business development for lawyers, especially as consumers increasingly turn to the internet for their search. Now, an even better way to capture those leads is available from the Indianapolis Bar Association with the launch of a brand-new artificial intelligence-fueled national lawyer referral platform. Even better? The platform is even more accessible through a reduction in liability insurance requirements for certain case types.

It's hot outside, and our calendar certainly isn't cooling down! We've got what you need this week at the IndyBar, whether that be an open family law meeting, ethics credits OR a video replay CLE. Make plans to join us and check out IndyBar news and events here.

It's the last full week of Member Appreciation Month and we hope to see you! Get the latest in IndyBar news and events here.

Recent polls show widespread support in Indiana for medical marijuana. Legal cannabis sales in the U.S. in 2019 are projected to exceed ten billion dollars. Billions of dollars are being invested in the sector. National law firms have opened cannabis practice groups to meet the myriad regulatory challenges faced by this developing sector. 

Two attorneys who have participated in the program, Bianca Black and Matt Dodson, recently reflected on their experiences as volunteers for Ask a Lawyer.

For the past 30 years, I have always looked forward to my haircut because of the man who cuts my hair. Working on the ground floor of our downtown office building for more than 30 years, Winston is a man who possesses a passion and skill for identifying the positive meaning to be extracted from the bumps and bruises we all experience.

Get a professional headshot, shred some of your no-longer-needed confidential documents, attend a webinar and more this week, all at no cost to you during Member Appreciation Month! Check out what's going on and catch up on IndyBar news here.

This fall, IndyBar members will be honored for their contributions to our legal community. The Indianapolis legal community is fortunate to be home to many talented, dedicated professionals, and we need your help in identifying our colleagues who went above and beyond this past year!

Collaboration is an integral part of legal work. Good teamwork is especially important in litigation and complex transactions. Yet, traditionally it’s received little attention. Better collaboration can be a key differentiator and a major boost to your business.