This is the third of our Court Times articles that highlight up close and personal a member of the Indiana Judiciary. Lake Superior Court, County Division #2 Judge Sheila M. Moss is our judge featured in this issue. She began her public service in Lake County first in the Public Defender’s Office and then as a Deputy Prosecutor for 8 years, including being the Chief Deputy in 4-D Court. Governor Evan Bayh appointed … [Read more...] about Hon. Sheila Moss
You Can't Always Get What You Want, But if You Ask the Right Questions, You Get What You Need
Asking the right questions in an employment interview is similar to asking questions on voir dire. In voir dire you want information, but you must question potential jurors in a calming and non-embarrassing way. In a job interview you need to get information relevant to the job, but the questions have to be framed so that there is no discrimination or appearance of discrimination. This is even more important in th … [Read more...] about You Can't Always Get What You Want, But if You Ask the Right Questions, You Get What You Need
May I Help You?
When asked to describe their biggest challenges in a busy day, court staff typically has at the top of the list: Dealing with self represented litigants (SRLs)! Last summer, recognizing the need for training in this area, State Court Administration Executive Director, Lilia Judson, assigned David Remondini, Chief Deputy Executive Director, and Camille Wiggins, Staff Attorney, to assist court staff personnel. Along … [Read more...] about May I Help You?
In Memoriam
Madison County Superior Court Judge, the Honorable David W. Hopper, passed away February 25th. Judge Hopper served as Judge of Madison County Court 1 from 1981-1990. He also previously served as a Commissioner and Juvenile Referee in Hamilton County from 1991-1996. In 1997, Judge Hopper was again elected Judge of Madison County Court 1 and served in the capacity until December 31, 2008. In January 2009, Judge Hopper … [Read more...] about In Memoriam
Saving Green: How courts can meet budget constraints with eco-friendly practices
Not everyone considers being called a “tree hugger” a compliment, but when we can do something for the environment and save money, well that’s something everyone can wrap their arms around. Like other states around the country, Indiana is faced with budget concerns at all levels of government. When budgets are tight, we look for ways to save money; and there are many cost-saving measures courts can employ that also h … [Read more...] about Saving Green: How courts can meet budget constraints with eco-friendly practices