In February, Hendricks Superior Court Judge Robert Freese organized and led 30+ Civil Air Patrol (CAP) cadets to the Indiana Statehouse where they served as pages for the Indiana House of Representatives. It was a rewarding learning experience for everyone involved. Judge Freese serves as a Lieutenant Colonel with the Civil Air Patrol of the […]
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Justice David speaks at IU McKinney
This year’s Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law commencement ceremony featured a keynote address from Indiana Supreme Court Justice Steven David. Justice David spoke during the May 13 event at the Indiana Convention Center. Justice David graduated from IU McKinney in 1982 before beginning active duty in the United States Army Judge Advocate […]
Henry County Clerk Debra Walker receives the 2016 Outstanding County Clerk Award
The Association of Indiana Counties (AIC) announced that Henry County Clerk Debbie Walker received the 2016 Outstanding County Clerk Award. The award recognized her contributions to county government throughout her years of public service. Walker began her career working in the Henry County Commissioner’s office before being elected to serve as Henry County Treasurer, where […]
Judge Mary G. Willis recognized for 25 years in the practice of law at ISBA award luncheon
Hon. Mary G. Willis’ 25 years of service in the practice of law were recognized at the Indiana State Bar Association’s awards luncheon in Indianapolis on Sept. 9. Prior to accepting her current position as Chief Administrative Officer of the Indiana Supreme Court, Judge Willis was elected as the judge of the Henry Circuit Court […]
Bob Harkness named 2016 CASA of the Year
The State Office of GAL/CASA and the Indiana Retired Teachers Association (IRTA) began a partnership in 2007 to encourage more retired teachers to become advocates for abused and neglected children. In support of this partnership, each year the IRTA recognizes an outstanding IRTA member who has served as a CASA director, staff member or volunteer. […]
Magistrate Heather Mollo featured in magazine
Bartholomew County Magistrate Heather Mollo was featured in a recent article in Columbus-based She magazine titled “Courting Success: The women of the juvenile justice system work for local victories.” Magistrate Mollo was featured along with other women working with the Bartholomew County Juvenile Court and their experience handling cases involving juvenile delinquency, abuse and neglect. […]
Tippecanoe County’s Christa Coffey named Clerk of the Year
Tippecanoe Circuit Clerk Christa Coffey was named the Clerk of the Year by the Association of the Clerks of the Circuit Courts of Indiana. Whitley Circuit Clerk Debbie Beers presented Coffey with the award during the Annual Clerk’s Conference, June 8 at the Renaissance North Hotel in Carmel. Coffey was among five nominees considered for […]
Judge Harcourt receives distinguished service award
Senior Judge Barbara Harcourt received the National Center for State Courts’ (NCSC) Distinguished Service Award on July 12 from NCSC President Mary McQueen. One of the highest awards presented by NCSC, it is presented annually to those who have made significant contributions to the justice system and who have supported NCSC’s mission. Judge Harcourt was […]
VASIA announced as a ‘Program of Excellence’, Judge Schneider honored
The Franciscan St. Margaret Health Volunteer Advocates for Seniors and Incapacitated Adults (VASIA) program was among ten (10) programs from across the country named a Program of Excellence by the Hospital Charitable Services Awards, a national program sponsored by Jackson Healthcare. Judge Diane K. Schneider, Lake Superior Court, Civil Division #7, is highly involved with […]
Judge Granger attends State of the Union with Senator Joe Donnelly
Judge Maria Granger, Founder of Indiana’s First Veterans Court, was a guest at the State of the Union Address. U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly invited Floyd County Superior Court Judge Maria Granger as his guest to President Obama’s final State of the Union speech. Judge Granger established Indiana’s first Veterans Court in 2011, and there are […]
