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Congratulations to all of the students who took place in the “We the People” national competition in April and May. Two high school teams and four middle school teams competed in their respective categories this year over several zoom sessions and hearings. They were able to bring home some amazing awards. The schools that competed are: High School National Finals: Fishers High School (Second Place)Hamilton … [Read more...] about Students represent Indiana in “We the People” National Competitions

Judge Jennifer DeGroote, Allen Superior Court, and Brad Skolnik, Executive Director of the Office of Admissions and Continuing Education, are two of the fifteen individuals recognized as Distinguished Barristers at the Indiana Lawyer’s 2022 Leadership in Law Awards. Honorees are selected based on their achievement in the legal profession, their contributions to social and civic community-based organizations, and t … [Read more...] about 2022 Indiana Lawyer Distinguished Barristers

Assistant Chief Probation Officer Laura Rood (Howard County) has been named to “The Order of Augustus” by the Probation Officers Advisory Board. The award was announced by Chief Justice Rush at the May 4 Justice Services Conference. Laura was nominated by members of her community, before being selected by the board as an individual who demonstrates outstanding commitment and personal dedication to the profession of pr … [Read more...] about Laura Rood named to The Order of Augustus

In June, kids involved in Marion County’s juvenile justice system were invited to a day of fun and fishing at Belmont Beach along the White River. Hosted by the Marion Superior Court Probation Department, the event was designed to teach the kids about fishing and provide a social experience in nature. Support for the event included the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, Voices Corporation, New Breed of Youth M … [Read more...] about Youth Fishing Event in Marion County

Judicial Appointments Indiana Supreme Court On June 10, Governor Holcomb announced that Judge Derek Molter will become the 111th justice of the Indiana Supreme Court. Judge Molter earned his undergraduate degree and his J.D. from Indiana University, studying law at Maurer and graduating magna cum laude in 2007. He worked in private practice in Washington, D.C., and Indianapolis, becoming a partner for Ice … [Read more...] about Judicial Appointments, Eviction Diversion Programs, Huntington Treatment Center