Ind. Admin. R. 20

As amended through June 28, 2024
Rule 20 - Office of Judicial Administration
A.Office of Judicial Administration and Chief Administrative Officer. The Office of Judicial Administration, pursuant to Indiana Code § 33-24-6-1, is headed by the CAO of the Indiana Supreme Court. OJA and the CAO assist the Chief Justice and the Court in discharging their constitutional responsibilities to serve as Indiana's court of last resort, regulate the practice and profession of law, provide for the administration of justice, and supervise the exercise of jurisdiction by the other courts.
B.Organization of the Office of Judicial Administration. With the approval of the Supreme Court and Chief Justice, the CAO shall organize the OJA's work into such offices as are necessary and appoint appropriate personnel to manage and staff them.
C. Appellate Clerk. The Clerk of the Supreme Court, Court of Appeals, and Tax Court is subject to and governed by the policies and processes of OJA and the CAO with respect to personnel management and human resources; facilities and security; fiscal matters, such as budgeting, procurement, purchasing, and payment of claims; technology; public information, communications, and outreach, including website presence; negotiation, format, and execution of non-case-related contracts; and any other approved general policies and procedures.

Ind. Admin. R. 20

Adopted effective 1/1/2017; amended July 26, 2023, effective 7/26/2023.