A judge makes decisions within the confines of the law, trusting his/her instincts, and almost always in solitude. It requires good intellect and a strong and caring heart to administer justice. When we think of judges, we picture a wise and courageous leader, clad in a robe, making decisions while sitting on the bench. Yet, even a fair, just and wise judge will be poorly serving the community and justice if the c … [Read more...] about Being a Judge in the Back Office
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Judge Achievements and New Employee
Dearborn Superior Court Judge G. Michael Witte (now Senior Judge) was the 2008 recipient of the Indiana University Asian Alumni Association’s Distinguished Asian Pacific American Alumni Award. He received the Franklin N. Flaschner Award, given to the outstanding judge in the nation who presides in a court of limited jurisdiction, from the American Bar Association National Conference of Specialized Court Judges. The U … [Read more...] about Judge Achievements and New Employee
Supreme Court Committee Thanks Attorney Member for a Job Well Done and Welcomes New Member
The Indiana Supreme Court Committee on Rules of Practice and Procedure expressed its great appreciation to Mary Nold Larimore whose term on the Committee ended after nearly ten years of service. Larimore, an Indianapolis attorney and partner with the firm of Ice Miller, was appointed to the Committee in January 1999. Chief Justice Shepard is grateful for her service and said, “Mary has dedicated many long hours to t … [Read more...] about Supreme Court Committee Thanks Attorney Member for a Job Well Done and Welcomes New Member
Online Help for Domestic Violence Victims
New Public Access Module for Protection Order Registry When a person is a victim of domestic violence, time is not a friend. The typical routine for a victim has been: drive to the courthouse; park; find the Clerk’s office; wait in line; explain the troubled situation; and then discuss in a less than private setting the victim’s personal safety needs. Hopefully, the victim will find someone with a sympathetic ear who … [Read more...] about Online Help for Domestic Violence Victims
The First Amendment and At-Will Employment
The election of 2008 is over and what an enthralling and exciting year this was for our nation. Many worked for, or volunteered for, their candidate of choice. Some, like me, may have yearned to contribute and work for the success of their favorite candidate, but could not because of their employment. I didn’t contribute one dime, go to any campaign events, or display any signs (except for one poster on my ref … [Read more...] about The First Amendment and At-Will Employment