What’s this idea of judicial retention?

Every general election in Indiana, you’ll see a section where you’re asked the following question: “Should Justice/Judge [Jane Doe] be retained in office?” You can either vote “yes” or “no.” If the Justice or Judge receives a majority of yes votes, they get to keep their job for another ten years. How does this work, …

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A Lawyer and her Horse Walk into a Theater …

Amy’s latest Indiana Lawyer column highlights Indianapolis attorney Maria Matters who applies compartmentalization skills gained as a lawyer to the sometimes stressful long tech rehearsals in musical theater (at Footlite Musicals) and scripting skills gained while engaged in theater to her litigation practice. Her horses provide her opportunities to clear her mind which allows for …

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Amy Highlights Columbus Attorney Who Announces High School Sports

I write a bi-monthly column for the Indiana Lawyer about colleagues across the state who have what some might consider an “unusual” fit for an attorney.This month’s column is about Tim Vrana, a Columbus attorney who is the public address announcer for the Columbus North High School Bull Dogs. His story is fascinating! Check it …

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