Last October, a federal judge barred Indiana from enforcing a new law that would prohibit voters from taking ballot selfies. However, in a footnote in the ruling, the judge indicates there are exceptions Hoosiers’ should be aware of.

The District Court has released for a period of public comment through November 19, 2016, amendments to certain Local Rules of the United States District Court for the Southern District of Indiana.

A United States District Court judge has been removed from two cases after mandamus petitions were filed due to the lengthy delays in ruling on motions.

What better advice can a lawyer give a client than the advice that keeps a client out of litigation? When it comes to Director & Officer litigation, an active and attentive board may avoid, and will certainly help defend, litigation.

I encourage you to attend the IndyBar’s Town Hall Meeting on Thursday, October 13 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the IndyBar Education Center. Representatives from Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett’s office will be on hand to discuss ideas for improvements within the justice system in Marion County.

The United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit has made available for comment the addition of new Circuit Rules 28.1, 29 and 32(c).

Stay informed with the recent meeting minutes from the Litigation Section Executive Committee.

Marion Superior Court and the Circuit Court of Marion County are on track to begin electronic filing of cases (e-filing) on October 28, 2016, with it becoming mandatory on December 27, 2016.

Every case has a “theme” – it will either evolve naturally or, more critically, be carefully crafted by counsel. In reality, each case has two (2) “themes”; one from each of the opposing parties.

The American Bar Association has published an article that covers five (5) quick tips that will greatly assist young lawyers as the venture into court to gain valuable experience interacting with judges, juries and co-counsel.