On August 31, sixty educators attended a workshop sponsored by the Indiana Supreme Court in collaboration with the Indiana Historical Society. The workshop provided teachers, administrators, and one truancy officer with an opportunity to visit downtown Indianapolis and learn about the history and operation of the judicial branch. Judges and lawyers nominated these educators for this professional development … [Read more...] about Educators attend Teacher Workshop at the State House
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Improvements to the Senior Judge Program
Changes are coming to the Senior Judge Program. On August 10, 2016, the Indiana Supreme Court created the Senior Judge Committee consisting of seven members, including three senior judges and three trial court judges. Under the Order, the “Committee is charged with making recommendations to the Court regarding the utilization of senior judges and the administration of the senior judge program. The Committee shall e … [Read more...] about Improvements to the Senior Judge Program
Revolutionary move away from paper in progress
Indiana’s e-filing project is at full steam just two years after the Supreme Court announced it would pursue a uniform, statewide system. By the end of 2018, all Indiana courts will have voluntary e-filing available, and attorneys will be required to electronically file most pleadings. Twenty-first century pioneers Change is difficult; progress is even harder. But that didn’t stop court and clerk officials in Ham … [Read more...] about Revolutionary move away from paper in progress
Supreme Court names first Chief Administrative Officer
After a national search, the Indiana Supreme Court has named Henry Circuit Court 1 Judge Mary Willis as its first Chief Administrative Officer (CAO). Chief Justice Loretta H. Rush said, “Mary is a tremendous leader with legal and administrative skills who will be a great asset to the Supreme Court.” Willis began work in July. The Supreme Court appointed a temporary judge to hear cases in Henry County. Division of Sta … [Read more...] about Supreme Court names first Chief Administrative Officer
Geoffrey Slaughter sworn in as member of Supreme Court
On August 11, colleagues, friends, and family filled the atrium outside the Indiana Supreme Court Courtroom to offer well-wishes and congratulations to the newest Justice of the Court – Geoffrey Slaughter. Justice Slaughter officially joined the Court in June, when he was sworn-in by Chief Justice Loretta Rush during a private ceremony. Justice Slaughter’s public swearing-in came three months after Governor Mike Pen … [Read more...] about Geoffrey Slaughter sworn in as member of Supreme Court