[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Kahn, Dees, Donovan & Kahn, LLP (KDDK), an experienced full-service civil law firm, is pleased to announce that members of the firm have been recognized for outstanding legal representation in the 2013 edition of Indiana Super Lawyers Magazine. According to www.SuperLawyers.com, the objective is to create a credible, comprehensive and diverse listing of outstanding attorneys that...Read More

Partner, Jake Fulcher will be speaking at the Southwestern Indiana Builders Association (SIBA) Membership Meeting on Tuesday, November 13th. Jake will address the Right to Work law.Read More

When employees quit or are terminated, what happens with their vacation pay often creates an issue for employers.  In Indiana, vacation pay is subject to the Wage Payment Statute.  This means that employees are entitled to be paid for any accrued, but unused vacation time unless employers have a written policy to the contrary.  If...Read More

Mike Schopmeyer recently selected by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® 2013, 19th Edition for his work in U.S. Environmental Law. Since it was first published in 1983, Best Lawyers has become universally regarded as the definitive guide to legal excellence. Because Best Lawyers is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey...Read More

Ashley R. Bess recently joined KDDK as an associate attorney.  Bess is a native of Scottsburg , Indiana and graduated magna cum laude from the University of Evansville with a bachelor’s degree in political science and a minor in business administration and legal studies.  She earned her law degree from Valparaiso University School of Law...Read More

Brian P. Williams, co-managing partner, is the recipient of the Rotarian of the Year Award for 2012.  Brian was recognized for his leadership in the Canoe/Kayak Launch site on Pigeon Creek, a project with the goal of continued restoration of Pigeon Creek as a vibrant recreational and cultural center.  Brian exemplifies the Rotarian motto, ‘Service...Read More

Robert F. ‘Ted’ Barron II was elected president of the Legal Aid Society of Evansville, Inc., effective June 1, 2012.Read More

On Monday, June 11, 2012, KDDK partner John Hegeman co-presented an all-day NBI (National Business Institute) seminar on “The Probate Process From ‘A’ to ‘Z’ ” with Attorney Paul Black of Bowers Harrison, LLP.  John addressed:  The Initial Filing, Tax Planning & Consequences of Probate and Closing the Estate.Read More

On June 21, 2012, partner, Jake Fulcher, will lead the Evansville-Area Human Resource Association in a discussion regarding guidance from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission on employer’s use of criminal background checks in making hiring and retention decisions.  In its updated Guidance, the EEOC sets for a recommended best practices for employers in their use...Read More

On June 7, 2012, KDDK partner Allison K. Comstock presented “Financial Check-up After a Loss” as part of the “Passages” program from Browning Funeral Home.? The seminar covered practical financial steps to take following the loss of a loved one, and estate planning, financial and long term care considerations for the surviving spouse.Read More