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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE By: Max Fiester
The
Summation
401 SE 6th Street,
Suite 101
Evansville, IN 47713
812-463-3201
www.evvbar.org
Inside this issue:
EBA News 2
Bar Updates 3
Committee &
Section Meetings
3
EBF 4
CLE Offerings 5 &
7
Calendar 8
The
Enhance. Cultivate. Promote.
Teamwork Makes the Dream Work!
I f I’m lucky, this Summation article will go down in the annals of the
EBA as having the cheesiest title ever. It was meant to pique your
curiosity enough to get you past the first line. If you’re still reading,
it’s working. But wait, there’s more…
As attorneys, we are professionals. We are perceived, rightly or
wrongly, in a certain light and held to a certain standard. We should
feel genuinely honored when people ask for our advice. You may recall a previous
Summation article where I mentioned several reasons the practice of law is the best
profession in the world, and I still believe it.
However, we should be humble enough, nay, realistic enough, to remember that while
we tend to get the majority of the credit when we succeed on behalf of a client
(however that is defined by the circumstances) we rarely do it alone. Paralegals, legal
secretaries, and law clerks are key components of an attorney’s ability to practice. And
we cannot forget the Vice President of First Impressions, the receptionist. Between the
first telephone call and the closing of a file at least one other person played an
important role in working with the client for most of us. Attorneys are the ones who hear
“thanks for everything you did” or “you do good work!” But we know it could not have
happened without the help of our team.
To the attorneys, think of a time when you were under a deadline that was imposed on
short notice, or which you conveniently allowed to sneak up on you. My guess is that
one or more support staff played a pivotal role in helping you meet that deadline. I
recently had to file something with mere hours’ notice, and no one worked harder than
my assistant to get it done. These are good opportunities to make mention of our
appreciation.
To the support staff in a law office of any size, please know your work is
appreciated. Your role is important and the attorneys know that. Your work is not as
glamorous and likely receives less credit than it deserves.
These thoughts are not restricted to law firms. Corporate counsel offices, legal aid, and
the courts all rely on a team approach. The machines may look different, but they all
have working parts that integrate to work effectively.
Finally, to the rare, true solo fort-manner who do not have help somewhere along the
line: If you have made it this far in the article, thank you. Perhaps much of this does not
apply to you. But I have a suspicion that while it may not be an employee, you too have
people upon whom you relied to reach your goal at one point or another. The fact is,
very rare is the single person who truly does it all, and that is with good reason: History
and personal experience teaches that going it truly alone is arduous and sometimes
ineffective. To bookend this article with clichés, “None of us is as smart as all of us.”
Here’s to the teams in the EBA, however small or large.
March 2017 The Monthly Newsletter of the Evansville Bar Association
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CALL FOR NOMINATIONS: INTERESTED IN SERVING ON THE EBA BOARD OF DIRECTORS?
The mission of the Evansville Bar Association is to enhance the practice of law, cultivate professional excellence, promote high ethi-
cal standards and uphold the honor of the profession.
The primary role of the EBA’s Board of Directors is to set policy, oversee finances and determine the viability of programs and
projects. To do this, a member of the Board of Directors is expected to:
Attend Board meetings regularly and miss a Board meeting only for a very compelling reason.
Attend with regularity EBA and Evansville Bar Foundation activities and social functions and positively consider donation or
financial requests in keeping with personal capabilities.
Promote the involvement of members of their firms/companies/agencies in EBA activities and functions.
Serve as a “Board Liaison” to at least one committee, section or program, providing leadership, direction and communication
for and between the Board of Directors and the relevant group.
Conscientiously review written material presented to them in their capacity as members of the Board of Directors.
Be active in the affairs of the Evansville Bar Association and diligent in the performance of all duties during the term of office.
If you are interested in serving on the EBA Board of Directors, please submit a letter of interest to the EBA Nominating Committee, 401
SE 6th Street, Suite 101, Evansville, IN 47713 or e-mail [email protected] by March 31, 2017.
Please include: Name, number of years in practice, number of years as an EBA Member, principal areas of practice, participation in
EBA activities, committees, and sections.
By: Judge Smith and Magistrate Corcoran
The Volunteer Lawyer Program serves clients in our district through a variety of staff and volunteer efforts all designed
to maximize the availability of civil legal aid services. Most of these services are done in partnership with our friends
at Indiana Legal Services or the Legal Aid Society of Evansville, often with pro bono volunteers. Through the
operation of self-help clinics, such as our monthly family law clinics in Vanderburgh, Daviess, Pike, and Spencer
Counties or our annual participation in Homeless Connect, our staff does its best to come to members of the bar for
full representation only in those matters that must have an attorney to ensure their case is completed
correctly. Molly Briles recently stepped up for just such a matter, immediately accepting and filing for a client
referred by one of our local domestic violence shelters. This client would not have been able to navigate the legal
system without a lawyer and Ms. Briles’ work is just one of many examples of pro bono service in our district. So,
when VLP comes to you asking for help on behalf of a client, please consider assisting our justice system by offering
your services.
Also this month, VLP wants to congratulate Katherine Rybak, long time pro bono volunteer and ILS staff attorney, for
being honored by Cornell Law School with its Alumni Exemplary Public Service Award.
EBA - VLP Awards Lunch
March 22 - Noon
Tropicana Conference Center
MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS TODAY!!
Don’t miss this annual awards and support staff appreciation event. Please bring your legal support staff
to enjoy this wonderful event.
Sponsored By:
RSVP [email protected] or 812.463.3201
Cost is $15
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Bar Updates: Welcome new members Jeff Wilhite and
John Goodridge.Please make the following changes and
additions to your address book:
Congratulations to Trisha Dudlo for being named a
2017 Indiana Lawyer Up and Coming Lawyer.
Congratulations to Beau Dial and Adam Glass for
being named shareholders at Fine & Hatfield.
Congratulations to Katherine Rybak who was
awarded the Alumni Exemplary Public Service award
by Cornell Law School.
Congratulations to Ted Ziemer IV who was elected to
partnership at Bingham Greenebaum Doll LLP.
Congratulations to Ross Rudolph, Andy Ozete, Danny
Glass, Jim Johnson, Pat Shoulders, Mike Schopmeyer,
Mike Keating, Mark Foster, Kyle Biesecker, Brian
Carroll, Mike Woods, Tim Born, Brent Weil, Charlie
Berger, David Robinson, Lane Siesky, Steve Thomas,
Michele Bryant, Chris Lee, Dirck Stahl, Tim Klingler and
Nathan Maudlin for being named 2017 Super Lawyers.
Congratulations to Jean Blanton, Max Fiester, Joe
Langerak, Kip McDonald, Ryan Schulz, Lauren
Dimmitt, Crystal Wildeman, Benjamin Aylsworth,
Joshua Gessling, James Godbold, Lindsay Schmitt,
Katie Worman, Patrick Duff, Clay Havill, and William
Krowl for being named 2017 Indiana Rising Stars.
Zachary Evans
Woods & Woods, LLP
208 NW Fourth Street
Evansville, IN 47708
812.426.7200
Drew Pittman
Danks & Danks
1 S.E. 9th Street, Suite 101
Evansville, IN 47708
812.426.1000
Employment Opportunities
Berry Plastics is seeking an Associate General Counsel for their
Evansville office. Find more information here.
Berry Plastics is seeking a corporate paralegal for their
Evansville office. Find more information here.
The Law Offices of Steven K. Deig is interested in expanding its
Business Law practice. The firm currently consists of five
attorneys and six support staff. A qualified candidate would
have 5+ years experience in Business/Estate Planning.
Compensation is competitive with possible bonus and
healthcare options available. Contact Zach Peters at 812-477-
5577 or [email protected] to inquire.
Alexander Scates
Woods & Woods, LLP
208 NW Fourth Street
Evansville, IN 47708
812.426.7200
Krista Lockyear
Lockyear Law, LLC
812.962.6690
Michelle A. Cox
Of Counsel, Siesky & Viehe
4424 Vogel Rd., Suite 305
Evansville, IN 47715
812.413.9782
*Michelle will continue to handle family law matters.
Women Attorneys Section Chocolate Night
A special thanks to
for allowing the EBA
to use their
conference center for the numerous E-filing trainings
that occurred in February and March!
Jeffrey Wilhite
600 SE 8th Street
PO Box 1315
Evansville, IN 47706-1315
812.425.7334
John Goodridge
1925 W. Franklin Street
Evansville, IN 47712
812.423.5535
CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
INTERESTED IN SERVING ON
THE EVANSVILLE BAR FOUNDATION
BOARD OF DIRECTORS?
The mission of the EBF is to promote justice and improve lives
through the law. This is done by encouraging and supporting
programs designed to promote a public understanding and
awareness of the law; supporting an improved delivery of
legal services; promoting activities to enhance the
performance of the practicing lawyers' professional
qualifications and ethical responsibilities; and advancing
and promoting the administration of justice primarily through
grant awards and volunteer time.
If you are interested in serving on the EBF Board of Directors,
please submit a letter of interest to:
Evansville Bar Foundation
401 SE 6th Street, Suite 101
Evansville, IN 47713
or e-mail [email protected], no later than April 30, 2017
Javier Lugo,
President
Attorney of Record
Donald Baier
Elizabeth Baier
Steve Barber
Ted Barron
Erin Bauer
Marjorie Blalock
Michele Bryant
Wilfred Bussing III
Lindsay Charles
Steven Charles
Thomas Clowers
Allison Comstock
Mag. Sheila Corcoran
Garland Cravens
Hon. Richard D’Amour
Dodson & Schaefer
Jimmy Gentry
Kevin Gibson
Kathryn Kornblum
Joann Krantz
David Lamont
Hon. Mary Margaret Lloyd
Thomas Massey
Thomas McClellan
G. Michael Schopmeyer
David Shaw
Hon. Randall T. Shepard
Hon. Leslie Shively
Philip Siegel
Patrick Shoulders
Gary Taylor
John Thomason
Tuley Law Office
John Whinrey
Clifford Whitehead
Susan Wilkie
Brian and Barbara Williams
Joseph Michael Woods
Sarah Woods and Javi Lugo
Donald Wright
Robert Scott Wylie
New Attorney
Will Cartwright
Donna Davis
Hannah Dill
Kristin Morrison
Olivia Robinson
Neil Woods
Other Donation
Lori Sherman
Angela Wargel
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A Big Thank You
2017 EARLY CONTRIBUTORS
Lead Counsel
Foster, O’Daniel, Hambidge & Lynch LLP
Steven S. Hoar
P. Michael Mitchell
Court Counsel
James Casey
Marc Fine
Gary Gerling
Katharine VanOst Jones
Kahn Dees Donovan &
Kahn
Becky Kasha
Michael Land
Ryan Parker
Mark Samila
Stone & Stratman
Stephen Thomas
Legacy of Leadership
Randall K. and Rebecca L. Craig Family Foundation Inc.
Committee/Section Meetings
03/07 Family Law Section Meeting, Noon - EBA
Office
03/10 Access to Justice Committee Meeting, Noon
-EBA Office
The Indiana Supreme Court’s Commission
on Race & Gender Fairness
Presents
Community Forums on Race & Gender
Fairness in the Judicial System
Wednesday, March 1, 2017
Ivy Tech Auditorium
35401 N First Ave
6:00PM
Register online at www.evvbar.org, email [email protected] or call Jeana at 812-463-3201
Advanced Deposition Strategies and Technology -
2 CLE - Wednesday, March 01
Noon - EBA Office - Speaker: Lane Siesky
What You Will Learn:
Gaining an advantage with technology such the “Trello”
Software (its free) for deposition outlines; Using app “Slack” for communications with co-counsel or
your client(s) during depositions;
Strategies for when to, and when not to, video-tape the
deposition; Knowing the different personality types for deponents and
how to deal with each;
Conducting depositions remotely;
Dealing with the opposing counsel that it is being difficult
and/or obstructive;
Setting goals for the deposition; Strategies for questions and exhibits; and
More . . .
$60 EBA Members; $100 Non-members; Register online at
www.evvbar.org; email [email protected] or call 812-463-3201
“ Breaking Through Bias provides
women with hugely impactful
tools that can be put to use right
now to confront gender issues and,
yes, partner with enlightened MEN
to promote our advancement.”
- Jan Schakowsky, congresswoman,
9th District of Illinois
Nuts & Bolts of E-filing in Indiana (with Doxpop)
1.50 CLE
Friday, March 3, 2017, Noon
Kahn, Dees, Donovan & Kahn Lower Level
Conference Room.
Paralegals/Support Staff $35, EBA Members $45,
Non-members $75.
Annual “Breakfast with the Judge”
1 CLE
Wednesday, May 17
8:00AM - YWCA Parlor
The annual “Breakfast with the Judge,” featuring the
Hon. Basil Lorch, III
Registration and Breakfast, 7:30AM, 8:00AM Start
Cost is $30 for Business and Commercial Law Section
Members; $35 for EBA Members and $50 for Non-members
and includes breakfast.Register on-line at www.evvbar.org
email [email protected] or call 812-463-3201.
Gender diversity is not for women only.....It makes your teams innovative, creative, and more profitable. Gender
diversity is often thought of as a women's issue, when, in fact, it offers men (and the organizations they lead)
enormous opportunities to improve productivity and the value of their work products. This is going to be an
exciting event for both women and men.
Lunch: Noon * Workshop 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Register Today! [email protected] or 812.463.3201. Lunch $25.Workshop $35. Both $50
EBA Women Attorneys Section & Diversity
Committee Advancement Series May 10 - DoubleTree by
Hilton
2017
Law Day
Friday,April 28 6:00 pm
Evansville Country Club
$55 per person
The evening will include:
Cocktail reception
Doran Perdue and James Bethel Gresham awards Food stations, Silent Auction
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Thank you to our generous Law Day sponsors!
Bronze
SILVER
PLATINUM
Tri-State Reporting - Nancy Trotter
GOLD
Amy Brandsasse -
Professional
Guardian Ad Litem
Services, LLC
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2017 Dialogue Between the Bench and Bar
YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS THIS GREAT
SEMINAR!!
March 14, 2017
Evansville Country Club
EBA Members
$200 with book
$185 with electronic materials
Non-members
$325 with book
$310 with electronic materials
Register here or at
6.5 CLE/2 Ethics/ 1 CME
Probate, Elder Law & Guardianship Section Upcoming Event May 3
The Probate, Elder Law and Guardianship Section will provide lunch and a brief presentation on
Special Needs Trusts on Wednesday, May 3, 2017 at 12:00 pm in the EBA offices. Randall K. Craig
will provide a brief explanation of special needs trusts in general and Rob Pugh of Old National
Wealth Management, which is the Trustee of the SWIRCA & More Pooled Trust, will explain some
of the mechanics of the SWIRCA & More Pooled Trust and the related costs. A SWIRCA & More
representative will explain the involvement of SWIRCA & More in evaluating the needs of Pooled
Trust beneficiaries. Lunch will be provided by Old National Wealth Management and a limited
number of seats will be available. The meeting is open to all EBA members,
Hon. Robert Pigman, Chair
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03/01 Advanced Deposition Strategies and Technology, 2 CLE Noon - EBA
Office
03/02 Young Lawyers Section Planning Meeting, 8:00 am - EBA Office
03/02 Talk to a Lawyer, 4:30 pm - EBA Office
03/03 Nuts & Bolts of E-filing in Indiana (with Doxpop) 1.5 CLE, Noon -
Kahn, Dees, Donovan & Kahn Lower Level
03/07 Family Law Section Meeting, Noon - EBA Office
03/09 EBA Morning Mixer, 7:30 am - Donut Bank Hwy 41 & Lincoln
03/09 EBA Board of Directors Meeting, 11:30 am - EBA Office
03/10 Access to Justice Committee Meeting, Noon - EBA Office
03/14 Dialogue Between the Bench & Bar, 6.5 CLE/2 Ethics/1 CME 8:30 am
- Evansville Country Club
03/16 CANCELLED/RESCHEDULED EBF Board of Directors Meeting, Noon -
EBA Office - New date is April 5
03/16 Young Lawyer Section Evening Social, 5:00 pm - RiRa’s Irish Pub
03/22 The EBA-VLP Awards Luncheon, Noon - Tropicana Conference `
Center
