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• Joseph L. Amaral, JD'73
  In December, Joseph L. Amaral, JD'73, an attorney in South Bend, Ind., was recognized by the Volunteer Lawyer Network for his contribution to pro bono representation and assistance in his community.
• Kathleen M. Anderson, JD'92
  In November, Kathleen M. Anderson, JD'92, a partner at Barnes & Thornburg LLP in Fort Wayne, Ind., was elected to the board of governors of the Indiana State Bar Association (ISBA) at the association's annual meeting. Anderson will represent District 4 and her term will expire in 2011. Anderson is a member of the Allen County (past president), Indiana State and American bar associations. She also serves on the board of directors for the Fort Wayne Children's Zoo and various other not-for-profit health care, education and community organizations.
• Benjamin D. Arden, JD'05
  A significant case handled by Benjamin D. Arden, JD'05, an associate at Williams Mullen in the firm's Washington, DC office, was recently featured in the Wall Street Journal. Arden and his colleagues petitioned the United States Trade Representative (USTR) to file a complaint with the World Trade Organization (WTO) challenging China's trade practice. The USTR granted the petition and the complaint was filed. The case will now proceed to dispute settlement before a WTO panel and the possible imposition of trade sanctions against China by the US and the EU.
• Cecil J. Autry, JD'96
  Cecil J. Autry, JD'96, was elected Associate Vice President, Regional Counsel at Nationwide. In her new position, Autry will continue to lead the PCRO legal team, which provides legal, regulatory and state legislative support. Prior to joining Nationwide in July 2007, Autry served as Regulatory Counsel at State Farm Insurance Company.
• Barbara J. Baird, JD'77
  In September, Barbara J. Baird, JD'77, an attorney in Indianapolis, was honored at Lambda Legal's 10th Anniversary Indiana Benefit Dinner for her extraordinary work to further equal treatment and recognition of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) civil rights both locally and statewide. Baird has been an active participant in the organization for over ten years.
• Cynthia L. Bauerly, JD'98
  Cynthia L. Bauerly, JD'98, was elected Vice Chair of the Federal Election Commission for 2010. Bauerly was nominated to the Commission by President George W. Bush and unanimously confirmed by the United States Senate on June 24, 2008. Prior to her appointment to the Commission, Commissioner Bauerly served in the United States Senate in the office of Senator Charles E. Schumer of New York as his Legislative Director, and as his counsel on the Senate Judiciary and Rules Committees. Her policy work while on the Hill included a variety of matters, including election reform, campaign finance, technology, telecommunications, intellectual property, antitrust, legal process reform, immigration, and ethics. Commissioner Bauerly has also worked in private practice in Minnesota and Washington specializing in complex litigation and appellate law, with a focus on intellectual property. She previously served as a judicial clerk for the Honorable Florence-Marie Cooper of the United States District Court for the Central District of California and the Honorable Theodore R. Boehm of the Indiana Supreme Court.
• Michael J. Blinn, JD'09
  Michael J. Blinn, JD'09, was named third place winner of the 2009 Tannenwald Student Writing Competition in the field of tax law. His paper, titled The Behavioral Case for a Value-Added Tax, was one of 52 papers submitted by both JD and graduate law students from numerous law schools through the country.
• Robyn (Slaughter) Brittain, JD'07
  R. Nicole (Slaughter) Brittain, JD'07, joined Mead Johnson Nutrition Company as Associate Counsel, Commercial and Europe.
• The Honorable Mitchell G. Brogdon, Sr., JD'86
  In June, the Honorable M. Gino Brogdon, Sr., JD'86, who previously served as a Superior Court Judge in Atlanta, released his debut crime thriller novel, "Demons in the Crawlspace". He also recently attended the 40th Bouchercon mystery writer's convention in Indianapolis. With more than two decades in Atlanta's courtrooms, Judge Brogdon is a much sought after legal analyst who has appeared several times on CNN's "Nancy Grace Show". Judge Brogdon is an expert on family violence and child abuse. As a judge, he has presided over many such cases, elements of which he interweaves into "Demons in the Crawlspace". The book, which is the first of 11 books in his crime thriller series, has won praise from both the literary and legal community.
• James R. Brotherson, JD'78
  In December, James R. Brotherson, JD'78, a partner at Baker & Daniels in South Bend, Ind., was recognized by the Volunteer Lawyer Network for his contribution to pro bono representation and assistance in his community. Brotherson concentrates his practice in the representation of closely held businesses and counsels management on issues relating to business formation and growth, shareholder relationships, employment matters, financing issues, transactions between businesses, and the purchase and sale of businesses and their assets.
• James E. Burke, JD'69
  In December, James E. Burke, JD'69, an attorney in Mishawaka, Ind., was recognized by the Volunteer Lawyer Network for his contribution to pro bono representation and assistance in his community.
• Rachel G. Buxkamper, JD'08
  Rachel G. Buxkamper, JD'08, joined the Office of General Counsel of the Tennessee Department of Health. In her new position, she will specialize in litigation before the Board of Nursing.
• Charles A. Cohen, JD'66
  Charles A. Cohen, JD'66, a managing partner at the law firm of Cohen Garelick & Glazier in Indianapolis, was appointed to the Jewish Federations of North America’s Budget Committee. In the past, Cohen has served the organization’s board on the executive committee and as a representative for intermediate cities. Cohen focuses his practice in business and tax planning, estate planning, healthcare, and employee benefits. Prior to his current position, Cohen entered the U.S. Army, upon law school graduation, and was awarded the Bronze Star for his service in a combat zone in Vietnam. In 2004, Cohen earned dual community honors. First, he received the Jerusalem Medal from the Israel Bond organization for service to Israel and was then appointed a Sagamore of the Wabash, the highest honor Indiana can bestow on a citizen.
• Hamish S. Cohen, JD'01
  Hamish S. Cohen, JD'01, was elected a partner at Barnes & Thornburg LLP in Indianapolis. Cohen, who practices in the firm's Litigation Department, is on the board of directors for the St. Joseph Institute for the Deaf and is a member of the Sherman Minton Moot Court Advisory Board for the School. He is also a member of the Indianapolis Inn of Court as well as the Indianapolis, Indiana and American Bar Associations.
• Christopher W. Cotterill, JD'02
  Christopher W. Cotterill, JD'02, has been appointed to serve as Chief of Staff for Indianapolis Mayor Gregory A. Ballard. Cotterill formerly held the position of Corporation Counsel to the City of Indianapolis and Marion County.
• Thomas L. Davis, JD'75
  Thomas L. Davis, JD'75, a senior partner at Frost Brown Todd LLC in Indianapolis, received The Honorable Paul H. Buchanan, Jr. Award of Excellence. The Buchanan Award is given to an Indianapolis Bar Association (IBA) member whose attainments as a lawyer have been notable, whose contributions to the Association have been unique, and whose honorable service to the profession has extended over a significant period of time. Davis' service includes the Indianapolis Bar Foundation Board of Directors and the IBA presidency. During his term as IBA president, Davis is credited with starting the annual Bench Bar Conference. He also served as IBA vice president and counsel to the board, and devoted time to the IBA's Young Lawyers Division and Litigation Section. Davis has served on the Indianapolis Legal Aid Society's Board of Directors for over a decade, and is currently its vice president. He is also currently serving his second term on the Indiana Pro Bono Commission.
• Janet (Rumple) Decker, JD'04
  In July, Janet R. (Rumple) Decker, JD'04, joined Indiana University's Center for Evaluation and Education Policy (CEEP) as a Research Associate. She plans to complete her PhD in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies from Indiana University in May 2010.
• Aladean M. Derose-Smithburn, JD'78
  In December, Aladean M. Derose-Smithburn, JD'78, an attorney in South Bend, Ind., received the Professor Thomas L. Shaffer Award of Exceptional Service Pro Bono Publico in recognition of her dedication to pro bono work. The award, which is presented by the Volunteer Lawyer Network, is given to an attorney who has contributed a significant number of hours to pro bono cases through legal services to disadvantaged populations in Saint Joseph, Elkhart, Marshall, and Kosciusko Counties in Indiana.
• V. James Dickson, JD'77
  V. James Dickson, JD'77, was named Partner in Charge of Adams and Reese LLP in the firm's St. Petersburg, Fla. office. Dickson focuses his practice on construction law, environmental law and commercial litigation, representing owners, contractors, subcontractors and suppliers in all aspects of construction law, including bidding, contract preparation and negotiation, surety bonds, claim resolution, mediation, arbitration, and litigation. He further represents clients in a broad array of environmental matters concerning hazardous substances, contaminated property, Brownfields, asbestos, RCRA, CERCLA, and toxic torts. This includes serving on the steering committee at a number of Superfund Sites from 1984 through the present. Dickson has been recognized in Florida Super Lawyers 2006-2009, as well as Best Lawyers in America 2009-2010. Dickson is also an Adjunct Professor at Stetson University School of Law, teaching Environmental Hazards Associated with Real Property, which addresses common issues such as liability for contaminated soil and groundwater; control and disposal of hazardous wastes; the duty to report contamination; the scope of amnesty in Florida petroleum and dry cleaning programs; use of Brownfields’ incentives in the redevelopment of property; asbestos and lead regulations; risk allocation by contract or insurance. Dickson is also an active member of the bar and the community, receiving the Florida Bar Pro Bono Service Award, St. Petersburg Bar Pro Bono Award, National Association for Community Leadership, Distinguished Leadership Award and the Leadership St. Petersburg Alumni Association Leadership Award.
• Tiffany E. Farber, JD'07
  Tiffany E. Farber, JD'07, recently opened her own practice in Chicago, where her focus is advocating for children with disabilities in special education matters. Farber provides representation through advocacy at school meetings such as IEP and disciplinary meetings, 504 meetings, mediations, prehearing conferences, and due process hearings. She also operates a general law practice providing estate planning services such as guardianship of adults and minors, powers of attorney and simple wills. She represents client in real estate transactions as well.
• P. Stephen Fardy, JD'94
  P. Stephen Fardy, JD'94, an equity partner in the Chicago office of Swanson, Martin & Bell LLP, was selected from a pool of more than 1,000 nominees as one of the "40 Illinois Attorneys Under 40 to Watch" by the Chicago Lawyer magazine and the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin. Fardy concentrates his practice in the area of intellectual property transactions and litigation and is a member of the Illinois State and Indiana State Bar Associations.
• Steven D. Forry, JD'02
  Steven D. Forry, JD'02, an associate at Schottenstein, Zox & Dunn in Columbus, Ohio, was named a 2010 "Ohio Rising Star" by Law & Politics. The honor is designed to identify outstanding Ohio lawyers, who are age 40 and under, or who have been practicing 10 years or less, and who have demonstrated superior professional potential. Forry focuses his practice on representing clients involved in commercial litigation, including contract disputes, business torts, products liability litigation, financial services litigation and trade secrets.
• Ernest P. Galos, JD'89
  In December, Ernest P. Galos, JD'89, an attorney in South Bend, Ind., was recognized by the Volunteer Lawyer Network for his contribution to pro bono representation and assistance in his community.
• Jeffrey S. Goens, JD'04
  Jeffrey S. Goens, JD'04, started Dialawg, a company that provides secure communication services exclusively to attorneys and clients. The company, which allows attorneys and clients to send, store, and organize encrypted messages and files, was recently accepted as a participant in the American Bar Association's TechEZ program.
• E. Lynn Grayson, JD'86
  In November, E. Lynn Grayson, JD’86, a partner at Jenner & Block in Chicago, received the "Women with Vision" award from the Women's Bar Association of Illinois at the organization's 68th Annual Join Professional Reception. A member of the Firm's Environmental, Energy and Natural Resources Law, Climate and Clean Technology Law, Defense & Aerospace and Environmental Litigation Practices, Grayson has an extensive environmental law background including both private practice and government service experience. She is also on the Board of Directors for the National Conference of Women's Bar Associations and the Coalition of Women’s Initiatives in Law Firms.
• Beth K. Greene, JD'82
  Beth "Betsy" K. Greene, JD'82, a partner at the firm Greene & Schultz Trial Lawyers in Bloomington, Ind., received the GP Hall of Fame Award at the Indiana State Bar Association's annual meeting in November. She currently serves as director of the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association and the Indiana Supreme Court Committee on Character and Fitness. She is also a member of the Monroe County Bar Association, Morgan County Bar Association, Indiana State Bar Association, Seventh Circuit Bar Association, American Association for Justice, The American Board of Trial Advocates and the Trial Lawyers College Alumni Board.
• Marc E. Gustafson, JD'01
  In January, Marc E. Gustafson, JD'01, joined Essex Richards in Charlotte, North Carolina as Counsel. Prior to his new position, Gustafson was employed at LendingTree, LLC as Assistant General Counsel and served as a litigator with Alston & Bird in Atlanta and Kennedy Covington Lobdell & Hickman in Charlotte. In 2009, Gustafson was elected to the University of North Carolina Board of Visitors and was named Outstanding Emerging Philanthropist by the Association of Fundraising Professionals. Gustafson is also the owner of Gallery Pantone 278, a contemporary art gallery in Charlotte.
• Philip J. Gutwein, JD'01
  Philip J. Gutwein II, JD'01, was named a partner at Baker & Daniels LLP in Indianapolis. A member of the benefits and executive compensation group, Gutwein concentrates his practice in employee benefits law. He represents employers and fiduciaries in plan design, tax and benefits law compliance, executive compensation, corporate transactions, benefits-related disputes with unions and multi-employer welfare and pension plans, and a wide variety of benefits-related litigation (ERISA and non-ERISA).
• Timothy J. Haffner, JD'85
  In November, Timothy J. Haffner, JD'85, a partner at Baker & Daniels LLP in Fort Wayne, Ind., was named a Volunteer of the Year by the Indiana Chamber of Commerce during an awards ceremony at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis. The Chambers’ Volunteer of the Year Award honors individuals who diligently work with the Chamber for the betterment of the business community. Haffner, who started his legal career 24 years ago at Baker & Daniels, focuses his practice in business and corporate finance, economic development, and sports and entertainment. He has been recognized for his work in corporate law and mergers & acquisitions by The Best Lawyers in America. In addition, Haffner, a Fort Wayne native, helped start the Fort Wayne-Allen County Economic Development Alliance and the Northeast Indiana Regional Partnership, an organization that markets a 10-county region and teams with local economic development organizations to attract new jobs and commercial investment to the area. He has served as chairman of both organizations, as well as being a past chairman and board of director with the Greater Fort Wayne Chamber of Commerce. Haffner has also served on the board of directors for Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Goodwill Industries and United Way of Allen County.
• Steven D. Hardin, JD'92
  Steven D. Hardin, JD'92, a partner at Baker & Daniels LLP, was elected Chair of the Indiana State Bar Association's Land Use and Zoning Section. Hardin practices in the firm's real estate and land use group, representing developers, contractors, landlords, tenants and property owners in a variety of real estate and economic development transactions. He has received a number of accolades for his real estate and land use work, including recognition in "Chambers USA: A Guide to America's Leading Business Lawyers" in the real estate category. Hardin publishes a regular real estate alert for the real estate community, and he frequently presents on real estate and economic development issues.
• Douglas A. Hass, JD'08
  Douglass A. Hass, JD'08, joined the Social Security Administration's Office of the General Counsel as an Assistant Regional Counsel in Chicago. Before joining the SSA, he served as a law clerk for Judge Karla R. Spaulding on the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida.
• Mark T. Hayden, JD'86
  Mark T. Hayden, JD'86, Deputy Chairman at Greenebaum Doll & McDonald PLLC in Cincinnati, was selected to the 2010 Ohio Super Lawyers and the 2010 Cincy Leading Lawyers lists. As a business trial attorney for more than 20 years, Hayden has experience in a wide variety of litigation matters. He has extensive jury and bench trial and appellate experience in both state and federal courts. Hayden has concentrated his trial practice on complex business disputes, product liability, construction litigation, competitive practices and insurance coverage. In addition, Hayden is active in civic affairs as an elected Campbell County Commissioner, Board Member at Covington Catholic High School and a Catholic Lay Pastoral Minister.
• Grant M. Haynes, JD'08
  Grant M. Haynes, JD'08, joined The Law Offices of Christopher J. Canlas in Montebello, Calif. His work for the firm will focus on workers compensation and employment issues.
• Laura J. Hilmert, JD'01
  Laura J. Hilmert, JD'01, was named a partner at Armstrong Teasdale LLP in St. Louis. A member of the firm's Intellectual Property practice group, Hilmert's primary focus is on the counseling of clients in the biological, chemical and life sciences fields.
• The Honorable E. Michael Hoff, Jr., JD'75
  The Honorable E. Michael Hoff, JD'75, Judge of Monroe Circuit Court, received the 2009 Civility Award at the Indiana State Bar Association's annual meeting in November. The Civility Award, sponsored by the ISBA Litigation Section, recognizes Indiana attorneys and judges who demonstrate outstanding civility and professionalism in their dealings with judges, attorneys, parties, witnesses and the public. Judge Hoff is currently a member of the Indiana Judges Association and the Monroe County Domestic Violence Task Force.
• Kevin D. Holden, JD'89
  Kevin D. Holden, JD'89, joined Jackson Lewis LLP as a partner in the firm's Richmond, Virginia office. Holden focuses his practice on employment law, including defending claims of wrongful discharge, race, sex, and disability discrimination; noncompete agreements; sexual harassment; breach of contact and unpaid overtime compensation. Previously, he was a partner at Kaufman & Canoles.
• Mark J. Horvick, JD'06
  Mark J. Horvick, JD'06, an associate at Kirkland & Ellis LLP, is relocating to the firm’s Shanghai, China office. Formerly an attorney at the firm’s Chicago office, Horvick concentrates his practice on corporate law.
• Shontrai D. Irving, JD'03
  Shontrai D. Irving, JD'03, an attorney at State Farm Litigation Counsel in Crown Point, Ind., recently received the prestigious Alumni Achievement Award from Mortar Board National College Senior Honor Society at the society's recent national conference in Chicago. The Alumni Achievement Award is conferred annually upon extraordinary Mortar Board alumni who are outstanding in their professional lives; who have contributed at the local, national and international communities; and who serve as remarkable role models to collegiate members. In November, Irving was also chosen as an Indianapolis Colts Anthem Angels honoree, an award he received because of his outstanding commitment to serving his community of Gary, Ind.
• Carl R. Klein, JD'70
  Carl R. Klein, JD'70, is an attorney at Howard & Howard in Chicago. At the firm, which recently merged with Defrees & Fiske LLC, Klein specializes in corporate and securities law along with merger and acquisition transactions.
• Jeffrey B. Kolb, JD'76
  Jeffrey B. Kolb, JD'76, a partner at Emison Doolittle Kolb & Roellgen in Vincennes, Ind., was honored with a presidential citation from R. William Jonas Jr., JD'81, outgoing president of the Indiana State Bar Association at the association’s annual meeting in November. Kolb is a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, the American College of Trust and Estates Counsel and the Estate Planning and Administration Specialty Certification Board, also serving as co-chair. An active member of the ISBA, Kolb has published more than 100 articles and books related to estate planning and administration.
• Donald R. Lundberg, JD'76
  Donald R. Lundberg, JD'76, longtime executive secretary of the Indiana Supreme Court Disciplinary Commission, recently joined Barnes & Thornburg LLP's Indianapolis office as a partner in the firm's Litigation Department and as the firm's deputy general counsel. In his new position, Lundberg will represent judges, lawyers and other professionals in disciplinary and licensing matters, ethics issues, malpractice cases and other matters of professional responsibility. Lundberg is a member of numerous professional associations, including the American, Indiana and Indianapolis bar associations. He is also a fellow of the Indianapolis and American Bar Foundations and served in recent years on the board of directors and as president of the National Organization of Bar Counsel.
• Kellen E. Lynch, JD'09
  Kellen E. Lynch, JD'09, joined Warner Norcross & Judd LLP as an associate in the firm’s Grand Rapids, Mich. office. Lynch was recently admitted to the State Bar of Michigan.
• John P. MacKenzie, JD'07
  John P. MacKenzie, JD'07, was promoted to District Attorney Level 3, in the Sacramento District Attorney's Office. His current assignment is as a trial deputy in the Juvenile Division. MacKenzie and his wife are expecting their second child, a girl, in March 2010. Their son, Cayden, is 2 1/2 years old.
• Brad R. Maurer, JD'99
  Brad R. Maurer, JD'99, was named a partner at Baker & Daniels LLP in Indianapolis. Maurer concentrates his practice in intellectual property where he has experience in securing and protecting intellectual property rights in transactions, litigation, and prosecution matters. He routinely advises clients with respect to trademark and copyright infringement, unfair competition, and rights of publicity and privacy matters.
• David L. Mayer, JD'78
  David L. Mayer, JD'78, an entertainment industry executive and attorney for 30 years, passed away on October 27, 2009 in Santa Barbara, Calif. A graduate of Princeton and Indiana University Maurer School of Law, Mayer worked at Universal Studios, Orion, Disney Studios and most recently Reveille. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Mayer can be made to the National Parks Conservation Association.
• David C. Milne, JD'94
  David C. Milne, JD'94, accepted a position as SVP of Human Resources and General Counsel of Symmetry Medical, Inc. in Warsaw, Ind. Milne is also a member of the Maurer School of Law's Business Law Advisory Board.
• Jason L. Morris, JD'06
  Captain Jason L. Morris, JD'06, who recently returned from a six-month tour in Afghanistan, where he served as the judge advocate for Second Battalion, Third Marines, was recently featured in Real Clear Politics in an article entitled, "Success in Afghanistan Will Require Commitment for the Long Haul." During his time in Afghanistan, one of his jobs was to help build the "rule of law" in Nimroz Province and Farah Province in southwestern Afghanistan. By the time his unit left six months later, the Afghan national police were able to lead joint patrols with the marines. Morris counts the training of the police in Delaram as "one of the biggest successes for our battalion."
• Shiv (Ghuman) O'Neill, JD'01
  Shiv Ghuman O'Neill, JD'01, was named a partner at Baker & Daniels LLP in Indianapolis. A member of the firm's construction and real property litigation group, O'Neill focuses her practice on all aspects of the construction process from contract negotiation and drafting to litigation and arbitration of disputes. She represents owners, design professionals, construction managers, general contractors, subcontractors and suppliers across the country.
• Jeffrey R. Pankratz, JD'91
  Jeffrey R. Pankratz, JD'91, Managing Director of Development Sourcing Advisors LLC, formed Justice Ventures International (JVI), a non-profit corporation whose mission is to secure freedom, justice and restoration for the poor and oppressed by strengthening "justice ventures", organizations that work to protect human rights and to promote development. Prior to his current position, Pankratz was Of Counsel at Venable LLP, where his practice focused on outsourcing transactions and development finance, including real estate equity syndications, community development lending, partnership law, microfinance, social venture capital funds, and tax credits. Throughout his career, he has been active in pro bono matters in the areas of human rights and development. Pankratz's initial exposure to India was in 2003 when he lived and work in southern India for the International Justice Mission, a Christian human rights organization, supporting its efforts to eradicate bonded slavery in that region. Prior to entering private practice, Pankratz served as the Director of Management and Organizational Development for Enterprise Community Partners in Columbia, Maryland, and as the Executive Director of the Community Development Law Center in Indianapolis, Ind.
• Jean (Reyes) Pechette, JD'80
  In October, Jean M.R. Pechette, JD'80, joined McDermott Will & Emery LLP as a partner in the firm's Chicago office. Pechette focuses her practice on information technology and intellectual property matters, with a concentration on the health care industry.
• Mark J. Phillipoff, JD'80
  In December, Mark J. Phillipoff, JD'80, an attorney at Jones Obenchain, LLP in South Bend, Ind., was recognized by the Volunteer Lawyer Network for his contribution to pro bono representation and assistance in his community. His practice includes general trial work, family law, estate planning, probate and real estate law. He has also handled appeals in Indiana and Michigan, as well as the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals in Chicago.
• John W. Purcell, JD'76
  John W. Purcell, JD'76, a partner at Baker & Daniels LLP in Indianapolis, was selected as the Indianapolis Employee Benefits Lawyer of the Year by "Best Lawyers". At Baker & Daniels, Purcell represents employers and fiduciaries regarding counseling, plan design, regulatory compliance and litigation with respect to employee benefit plans, including pension and profit sharing plans, employee stock ownership plans, health and welfare plans, executive compensation programs, and other benefits practices.
• Andrew J. Reitz, JD'03
  Andrew J. Reitz, JD'03, an associate at Faruki Ireland & Cox in Dayton, Ohio, was selected as a "Rising Star" by Super Lawyers magazine. His practice ranges from quasi-contractual disputes to complex business torts and employment related issues. Reitz also focuses on data security and privacy matters, contract disputes, and first amendment issues, including defamation, access to news and public records, and the Freedom of Information Act.
• Kimberly Richardson, JD'06
  Kimberly Richardson, JD'06, joined the United States Postal Service in Washington, DC as an attorney in the Labor & Employment Section of the Law Department. In her new position, Richardson will specialize in traditional labor law and occupational safety and health administration (OSHA). Specifically, she will advise USPS managers, other business groups and lawyers across the country on safety issues, conduct trainings, lead regular national conference calls, chair all national OSHA litigation, and handle labor contract negotiations and national arbitrations, including interest arbitrations.
• Kimberly D. Rife, JD'84
  In December, Kimberly D. Rife, JD'84, an attorney at Barkes Kolbus & Rife LLP in Goshen, Ind., was recognized by the Volunteer Lawyer Network for her contribution to pro bono representation and assistance in her community.
• Jay A. Rigdon, JD'84
  In December, Jay A. Rigdon, JD'84, an attorney at Rockhill Pinnick LLP in Warsaw, Ind., was recognized by the Volunteer Lawyer Network for his contribution to pro bono representation and assistance in his community. Rigdon concentrates his practice on criminal and general civil litigation, family law, real estate, corporate business practice, and personal injury.
• Jeffrey G. Robertson, JD'00
  Jeffrey G. Robertson, JD'00, an attorney with the labor and employment law firm Barran Liebman LLP in Portland, Oregon, was listed in the 2010 publication of "The Best Lawyers in America". The Best Lawyers conducts exhaustive peer-review surveys to compile their annual listings. Robertson represents employers in the drafting, design and growth of retirement and health plans, as well as compensation advice for executive compensation and 409A compliance. He counsels private employers, municipalities and multi-employer pension and benefit trusts, in all aspects of the design, tax qualification and ERISA compliance of retirement plans, executive compensation, and health and welfare benefit plans.
• Daniel R. Roy, JD'99
  Daniel R. Roy, JD'99, was named a partner at Baker & Daniels LLP in Indianapolis. Roy, who focuses his practice in business litigation, has represented a wide array of clients, including Fortune 500 companies, governmental bodies, entrepreneurs and nonprofits in a variety of business and commercial disputes. Roy also has experience in mediation and arbitration, at trial and before state and federal courts of appeal.
• April (Edwards) Sellers, JD'98
  April E. Sellers, JD'98, was named a partner at Baker & Daniels LLP in Indianapolis. Sellers concentrates her practice in business litigation, representing clients in a variety of trial, pretrial and post-trial proceedings before state and federal courts. Sellers also has experience representing business and government clients, including briefings to the United States Supreme Court.
• The Honorable Sarah M. Singleton, JD'74
  Sarah M. Singleton, JD'74, was selected to replace Judge Jim Hall as a First Judicial Judge in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Singleton was appointed by President George W. Bush and confirmed by the Senate in 2006 to serve on the Board of Directors for the Legal Services Corporation. LSC is the leading provider of civil legal aid for the poor in the United States. She is one of eleven members on the bipartisan board, appointed by the President. Singleton previously worked at the law firm of Montgomery & Andrews in Santa Fe, where she has been since 1985.
• Shelese (Emmons) Woods, JD'98
  In November, Shelese (Emmons) Woods, JD'98, Assistant United States Attorney for the Southern District of Indiana, and her husband, Steve, welcomed the arrival of a daughter, Elizabeth Jane Woods. Elizabeth joins her sister, Maggie, and her brother, Noah.
• Joseph H. Yeager, Jr., JD'83
  Joseph "Jay" H. Yeager, Jr., JD'83, a partner at Baker & Daniels LLP in Indianapolis, was named the Indianapolis Bet-the-Company Litigator of the Year by "Best Lawyers". At Baker & Daniels, Yeager has represented businesses and individuals in a wide variety of lawsuits and arbitrations, including contract actions, business and securities fraud, sale of business disputes, class actions, international litigation, aviation litigation, and corporate governance disputes.

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