Among the more frustrating aspects of practicing law for a busy lawyer may be excessive accessibility. For the last 10 years or so, I have instructed those who answer the phone that they need not ask who is calling. I began that practice because I rarely refuse to...
On June 6, I opened a new law office. Great location. Great space. With me in my new venture are Matt Sheehan, a 2011 admittee to the bar in Indiana; Charlynn Turner, a seasoned-for-her-years paralegal and office manager; Andrea Vinzant, a detailconscious legal secretary; and my daughter, Nicole,...
At its best, the practice of law is about helping others. In fact, that’s what likely drew many of us to the profession. The law is one of the three “noble” serving professions (the clergy and medicine being the other two), and the opportunity to do good for...
The American form of government depends upon a well-informed citizenry to ensure that our system will thrive and survive. While there are several organizations and projects we can support financially or give of our time, there is one program that stands out in my mind for its reach...
Throughout this year I have, and will have, the opportunity to get out of the office for reasons other than a trip to the courthouse. As your representative I’ve met and will continue to meet attorneys and judges across the state. The honor of serving as ISBA president...
I have heard and overheard one of our Terre Haute attorneys say many times, “I enjoy the company of lawyers.” Almost without regard to our area of practice or practice setting, we lawyers have much in common. Generally we are conversant on, if not active in, politics and current...
