In June 2009, teachers from around the state had the opportunity to learn about the history and operation of the judicial branch when Courts in the Classroom hosted the second annual From the Inside Out: How Indiana’s Courts Work. This two-week graduate level course for teachers was offered through the IUPUI School of Education and sponsored by the Indiana Supreme Court in partnership with the Indiana Bar Fo … [Read more...] about Seeds of Knowledge
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Looking Back at the Last 10 Years of ICLEO
Chief Justice Shepard’s vision for a more diverse Indiana bench and bar opened the door for me to have an experience more valuable than I can articulate. As I celebrate my ten year anniversary as an Indiana Conference for Legal Education Opportunity (ICLEO) Fellow, it is hard to imagine what my law school experience would have been like without it. I came to Indianapolis to be part of the third ICLEO class. For six … [Read more...] about Looking Back at the Last 10 Years of ICLEO
Riding the Circuit: Travelling with Judge Dan Moore
“All courts shall be open” states Article 1 Sec 12 of the Indiana Constitution. Clark County Circuit Court Judge Dan Moore has taken those words literally. Since taking office in January he has begun a unique outreach and educational program called “Riding the Circuit.” It has grown in interest and impact in the Clark County area. “In my years of practice I saw how the general public, even in civil disputes, viewed … [Read more...] about Riding the Circuit: Travelling with Judge Dan Moore
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?
Jury Administration Conference Held: Well Attended and Informative
Judges have attended continuing education seminars and conferences for many years. Recently the Supreme Court decided that court employees should also be given the opportunity to further their education and training by attending their own informational events. One hundred thirteen (113) members of court and clerk staff from sixty six (66) counties across the state gathered in Indianapolis in November for a jury … [Read more...] about Jury Administration Conference Held: Well Attended and Informative