Attorney News Dec 2005
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Lawyer Jailed Since 1995 on Contempt Charge
A lawyer imprisoned more than a decade for allegedly hiding $2.5 million during his divorce was back in court Tuesday, but H. Beatty Chadwick failed again to persuade judges to set him free. (Tue, 06 Dec 2005 23:21:00 GMT)
Charter rights don't entitle Khadr to receive Cdn. passport, lawyer says
TORONTO (CP) - The Charter of Rights and Freedoms doesn't entitle any Canadian - including Abdurahman Khadr - to a passport, a government lawyer argued Tuesday as the man with family ties to al-Qaida fought for the right to have the travel document. (Tue, 06 Dec 2005 23:37:00 GMT)
Lawyer of 'Erin Brockovich' fame dies age 73
Edward Masry, the environmental lawyer portrayed by Albert Finney in the hit movie "Erin Brockovich," has died at the age of 73, his law firm said on Tuesday. (Tue, 06 Dec 2005 23:49:56 GMT)
L.A. Attorney Said to Be Top Choice for SEC Post
Los Angeles attorney Brian Cartwright is the top candidate to become general counsel of the Securities and Exchange Commission, people familiar with the matter said Tuesday. (Wed, 07 Dec 2005 08:12:56 GMT)
'Keane yet to decide on future' - Lawyer
'Keane yet to decide on future' - Lawyer by England (Wed, 07 Dec 2005 11:05:25 GMT)
Detainee's Lawyer Says Captors Foment Mistrust
A lawyer for a Yemeni man held at Guantánamo Bay said that the military authorities had been ignoring a court order. (Wed, 07 Dec 2005 11:36:13 GMT)
Erin Brockovich lawyer dies, aged 73
Edward Masry, the charismatic lawyer and former mayor whose battles for the environment and the common man were showcased in the hit movie Erin Brockovich, has died aged 73 in California. - (Wed, 07 Dec 2005 14:10:17 GMT)
Lawyer Claims Frame-Up After Pot Found In Purse
NEWPORT, Vt. -- An Upper Valley lawyer found herself on the other side of the law Tuesday, pleading no contest to charges brought after police found marijuana in her purse. (Wed, 07 Dec 2005 16:54:27 GMT)
Attorney General Proposes Stricter Oversight Of Sexual Offenders
ANNAPOLIS, Md. -- State attorney general Joseph Curran will ask the state legislature to strengthen state oversight of sexual offenders , including possible lifetime supervision of the most dangerous criminals who prey on children. (Wed, 07 Dec 2005 16:58:55 GMT)
Attorney General Announces Lawsuit Against Newton, Nonprofit
HARTFORD, Conn. -- Attorney General Richard Blumenthal announced Wednesday that he is suing the director of the nonprofit job training agency at the center of a scandal involving former state Sen. Ernest Newton II. (Wed, 07 Dec 2005 17:28:35 GMT)
Foxy Fires Attorney For Talking About Hearing Loss
Despite recently telling People magazine, "I couldn't even hear myself scream," about her sensorineural hearing loss, Foxy Brown has apparently fired her attorney Joseph Tacopina for talking to the media about her condition. (Wed, 07 Dec 2005 17:29:04 GMT)
Nawakwi Threatens to Sue ZNS, Attorney General
FDD president Edith Nawakwi yesterday threatened to sue the Zambia National Service and the Attorney General for breach of contract over the unfinished road project in Chiawa area. (Wed, 07 Dec 2005 17:44:19 GMT)
Titans rookie settles suits over nightclub incident, lawyer says
NASHVILLE, Tenn. A lawyer for a Nashville nightclub manager says a lawsuit and countersuit over a nightclub incident involving Tennessee Titans rookie Adam "Pacman" Jones have been resolved. (Wed, 07 Dec 2005 17:50:09 GMT)
DVD leaked to tarnish anti-drug fight, attorney general says
MEXICO CITY - A homemade DVD purporting to show four drug hit men being interrogated, then one shot in the head, was leaked by criminals to news media in order to smear Mexico's anti-drug fight, Attorney General Daniel Cabeza de Vaca said Sunday. (Wed, 07 Dec 2005 17:51:57 GMT)
Erin Brockovich lawyer dies
EDWARD Masry, the environmental lawyer portrayed by Albert Finney in the hit movie Erin Brockovich had died at the age of 73, his law firm said. (Wed, 07 Dec 2005 18:18:21 GMT)
Families of Homolka's victims may seek meeting with Quebec Attorney General
MONTREAL (CP) - The families of victims Leslie Mahaffy and Kristen French are considering a face-to-face meeting with Quebec's attorney general to discuss new restrictions on Karla Homolka, their lawyer said Wednesday. (Wed, 07 Dec 2005 19:44:00 GMT)
Attorney general announces lawsuit against Newton, nonprofit
HARTFORD, Conn. -- Attorney General Richard Blumenthal on Wednesday sued former state Sen. Ernest Newton II and a nonprofit job training agency whose director bribed the senator to get help securing state bond money. (Wed, 07 Dec 2005 19:45:14 GMT)
District Attorney to review Norcal investigation
Santa Clara County District Attorney George Kennedy is reviewing an independent investigator's report to decide whether he should pursue any criminal actions against San Jose Mayor Ron Gonzales or any other city officials found to have misled the city council over an $11.25 million garbage hauling contract amendment. (Wed, 07 Dec 2005 20:41:37 GMT)
Lawyer Expresses Doubt About Ex-NFL Player's Competency
LOS ANGELES -- A lawyer expressed doubt Wednesday about the competency of a former NFL player charged with leading officers on a high-speed chase, prompting a judge to refer the case to mental health court. (Wed, 07 Dec 2005 20:42:50 GMT)
Attorney general announces lawsuit against Newton, others
(Hartford-AP, Dec. 7, 2005 12:42 PM) _ Attorney General Richard Blumenthal says he's suing the director of the job training agency at the center of the Ernie Newton scandal. (Wed, 07 Dec 2005 21:20:43 GMT)
Admission inadmissible, GI’s lawyer says
AN ADMISSION made by an American soldier to US Navy investigators that he had sex with a Filipina inside a van at the Subic Bay Freeport last November cannot be used in the preliminary investigation being conducted by the Olongapo City prosecutor of rape charges filed by the woman against six US Marines, the soldier’s Filipino lawyer said yesterday. (Wed, 07 Dec 2005 21:57:50 GMT)
Titans rookie settles suits over nightclub incident, lawyer says
A lawyer for a Nashville nightclub manager says a lawsuit and countersuit over a nightclub incident involving Tennessee Titans rookie Adam "Pacman" Jones have been resolved. (Wed, 07 Dec 2005 23:05:53 GMT)
Lionel Tate gets new defense attorney _ Ellis Rubin
By JENNIFER KAY Associated Press Writer MIAMI -- An attorney who has made his career defending controversial and notorious clients has taken over the defense of convicted child killer Lionel Tate. (Thu, 08 Dec 2005 01:13:40 GMT)
Attorney general offers tips for charitable giving
Tennessee Attorney General Paul G. Summers urged caution Wednesday to those making charitable donations during the holidays. (Thu, 08 Dec 2005 02:33:07 GMT)
Foxy Brown fires attorney
NEW YORK, Dec. 7 (UPI) -- Rapper Foxy Brown fired her New York attorney after widespread media reports about her hearing loss, it was reported Wednesday. (Thu, 08 Dec 2005 02:47:29 GMT)
BROCKOVICH LAWYER DIES
EDWARD L MASRY, the lawyer portrayed by ALBERT FINNEY in the 2000 movie ERIN BROCKOVICH, has died of complications from diabetes. He was 73. (Thu, 08 Dec 2005 02:59:09 GMT)
Lawyer's last word: 'Nobody' wanted to hurt him
SEATTLE -- As lawyer Kevin Jung crouched by his white Lexus, clutching a napkin against the gunshot wound in his head, a police officer rushed to help and asked: "Do you know anyone who would want to hurt you?" (Thu, 08 Dec 2005 04:12:02 GMT)
Attorney to Become New SEC Secretary
Jonathan Katz, the secretary of the Securities and Exchange Commission for 23 years who is retiring next month, will be replaced by an SEC attorney, the agency announced Wednesday. (Thu, 08 Dec 2005 05:02:47 GMT)
Attorney Who Stole $7 Million From Clients Denied Parole
An attorney who stole more than $7 million from his clients has been denied parole in part because the parole board took into consideration his record in prison, which was a positive one. (Thu, 08 Dec 2005 05:03:19 GMT)
Clinton's 2000 Rival Passes On Attorney General's Race
Rick A. Lazio, the former United States representative, said that he would not run for attorney general next year. (Thu, 08 Dec 2005 05:16:59 GMT)
Queens Assemblyman Quits Race for Attorney General
A Queens assemblyman who made a splash in state political circles by raising more than $2 million in his bid to become attorney general said yesterday that he was withdrawing from the crowded race. (Thu, 08 Dec 2005 05:17:29 GMT)
Sharman denies lawyer's claim
An Israeli lawyer claims he gave Sharman Networks the idea of blocking Australian users from using its Kazaa file-sharing software, a claim that Sharman denies. - (Thu, 08 Dec 2005 05:38:24 GMT)
Sharman denies lawyer's claim
An Israeli lawyer claims he gave Sharman Networks the idea of blocking Australian users from using its Kazaa file-sharing software, a claim that Sharman denies. - (Thu, 08 Dec 2005 05:41:17 GMT)
Disbarred lawyer accused of failing to return child
A disbarred lawyer who has drawn national media coverage for her brushes with the law, including the shooting of her boyfriend in Houston, is free on bond after being indicted on accusations that she failed to return a child to his mother. Catherine M. Shelton, also known as Catherine Mehaffey, 57, is charged with unlawful restraint, a state jail felony. (Thu, 08 Dec 2005 06:52:07 GMT)
Lawyer on trial for trying to kill rival attorney
A Mill creek lawyer didn't intend to kill anyone on the day that a Bellevue lawyer was shot and critically wounded, the Mill Creek man's attorney says. William Richard Joice's trial on a charge of attempted murder began Wednesday. (Thu, 08 Dec 2005 07:40:15 GMT)
Attorney Who Stole $7 Million From Clients Denied Parole
A New York attorney who stole more than $7 million from his clients -- including an orphan's entire inheritance -- has been denied parole in part because the parole board took into consideration his record in prison, which was a positive one. (Thu, 08 Dec 2005 08:00:18 GMT)
Attorney general announces lawsuit against Newton, nonprofit
HARTFORD, Conn. -- Attorney General Richard Blumenthal on Wednesday sued former state Sen. Ernest Newton II and a nonprofit job training agency whose director bribed the senator to get help securing state bond money. (Thu, 08 Dec 2005 08:17:32 GMT)
Child Killer Gets Renowned Attorney
An attorney who argued that "television intoxication" led his client to kill an elderly neighbor in 1977 has taken over the defense of convicted child killer Lionel Tate. (Thu, 08 Dec 2005 10:14:02 GMT)
Lawyer faces 127 counts in pills case
The next time Lexington attorney Steve Milam appears in court on state drug charges will be at a pre-trial hearing in February. It may take almost that long for his lawyer to sift through the mountain of paper that was returned by a Henderson County grand jury. (Thu, 08 Dec 2005 11:13:01 GMT)
Saddam lawyer 'threatened'
THE Iraqi lawyer defending Saddam Hussein said today he has been threatened by three people who tried to board his plane as he left Baghdad following the adjournment of the ousted dictator's trial. (Thu, 08 Dec 2005 11:24:05 GMT)
Slaughters in talks to transfer 40-lawyer Paris arm to Bredin Prat
Slaughter and May is in talks with Bredin Prat that could lead to the transfer of its 40-lawyer Paris office to its French ally, the magic circle firm has confirmed. (Thu, 08 Dec 2005 11:39:40 GMT)
Tookie's attorney dreading hearing
Attorney Peter Fleming Jr. seems both eager for and dreading today's clemency hearing for his client, convicted murderer and Crips gang co-founder Stanley Tookie Williams. (Thu, 08 Dec 2005 11:42:30 GMT)
Saddam's Iraqi lawyer 'threatened'
The Iraqi lawyer defending Saddam Hussein says he was threatened by three people who tried to board his plane as he left Baghdad following the adjournment of the ousted dictator's trial. (Thu, 08 Dec 2005 12:38:16 GMT)
Attorney and two former judges indicted again in judicial bribery case
JACKSON, Miss. Attorney Paul Minor and two former state court judges have been indicted on new federal charges of conspiracy, bribery and fraud. (Thu, 08 Dec 2005 12:50:07 GMT)
Saddam's Lawyer Says He Was Threatened
Three men threatened Saddam Hussein's chief lawyer as he boarded a plane Thursday from Baghdad to Jordan and were removed from the flight, the attorney said. Khalil Dulaimi did not say how the men threatened him. He did not identify the men but said he knows them. (Thu, 08 Dec 2005 13:31:54 GMT)
Reidsville Lawyer Pleads Guilty To Child Porn Possession
REIDSVILLE, N.C. -- A lawyer has pleaded guilty to federal charges of possession child pornography and is scheduled for sentencing in May. Charles Dameron Blackwell II, of Reidsville, pleaded guilty in federal court this week. (Thu, 08 Dec 2005 13:35:41 GMT)
Saddam's Lawyer Says He Was Threatened
AMMAN, Jordan - Three men threatened Saddam Hussein's chief lawyer as he boarded a plane Thursday from Baghdad to Jordan and were removed from the flight, the attorney said. Khalil Dulaimi did not say how the men threatened him. He did not identify the men but said he knows them. (Thu, 08 Dec 2005 13:55:28 GMT)
Saddam's Lawyer Says He Was Threatened
Saddam Hussein's Chief Lawyer Says He Was Threatened by Three Men As He Boarded a Plane in Baghdad (Thu, 08 Dec 2005 14:09:45 GMT)
Merkel's remarks on CIA detainee puts pressure on Washington: lawyer
German Chancellor Angela Merkel's statement that the United States had admitted the CIA mistakenly detained a German citizen, was putting pressure on Washington to explain the conduct of its agents, his lawyer said. (Thu, 08 Dec 2005 15:46:59 GMT)
Saddam's Lawyer Says He Was Threatened
Saddam Hussein's Chief Lawyer Says He Was Threatened by Three Men While Boarding Flight to Jordan (Thu, 08 Dec 2005 17:54:34 GMT)
Lawyer says Glitter admits to police 11-year-old girl in his bed, denies abuse
HANOI, Vietnam (AP) - Former British rocker Gary Glitter admitted to police that an 11-year-old girl slept in his bed, but denied sexually abusing her, his lawyer said Thursday. (Thu, 08 Dec 2005 18:10:29 GMT)
City’s Lawyer Tosses Gauntlet In Fight For Judicial Reform
The gloves are off in the mayor’s push for judicial reform, as the city’s chief lawyer delivered a scathing indictment of the Queens judiciary in a speech before a local bar association. (Thu, 08 Dec 2005 18:33:12 GMT)
State attorney general urges appeals restraint
California Attorney General Bill Lockyer urged the Supreme Court on Monday to shield the state courts from being second-guessed on criminal cases by the judges of the U.S. 9th Circuit Court of Appeals. (Thu, 08 Dec 2005 19:14:31 GMT)
Saddam's Lawyer Says Men Threatened Him
Three men threatened Saddam Hussein's chief lawyer as he boarded a plane Thursday from Baghdad to Jordan and were removed from the flight, the attorney said. Khalil Dulaimi did not say how the men threatened him. He did not identify the men but said he knows them and believed that one of them was an Iraqi security official plotting to kill him. (Thu, 08 Dec 2005 19:48:54 GMT)
Lay's lawyer says affidavits show Fastow is a liar
Affidavits in which former Enron finance chief Andrew Fastow said he could have exonerated his wife of tax crime charges could help Enron founder Kenneth Lay in his claim that Fastow was prepared to lie in court, Lay's lawyer said Thursday. (Thu, 08 Dec 2005 20:01:28 GMT)
Maryland Attorney General halts online investment site
The Maryland Attorney General's Office has ordered a Columbia-based online investment site to cease operations. (Thu, 08 Dec 2005 20:08:47 GMT)
Saddam's Lawyer Says Men Threatened Him
Saddam Hussein's Chief Lawyer Says Three Men Threatened Him As He Boarded a Flight to Jordan (Thu, 08 Dec 2005 20:24:44 GMT)
U.S. attorney files bribery charges for Katrina debris removal
JACKSON (AP) - U.S. Attorney Dunn Lampton announced that two men have been charged with conspiracy to commit bribery of a federal official for allegedly making a deal to falsify debris removal documents after Hurricane Katrina. (Thu, 08 Dec 2005 20:33:38 GMT)
Saddam's Lawyer Says Men Threatened Him
AMMAN, Jordan (AP) - Three men threatened Saddam Hussein ( news - bio ) 's chief lawyer as he boarded a plane Thursday from Baghdad to Jordan and were removed from the flight, the attorney said. Khalil Dulaimi did not say how the men threatened him. (Thu, 08 Dec 2005 21:09:30 GMT)
Jury convicts attorney on two of 41 money laundering charges
The Associated Press - ROME, Ga. A federal jury on Thursday convicted a Dalton attorney of laundering $150,000 _ far less than the $8.7 million he was accused of laundering in the 2002 case. (Thu, 08 Dec 2005 21:32:55 GMT)
Preliminary hearing set for teen accused of murdering attorney's wife
MARTINEZ, Calif. - A Feb. 14 preliminary hearing was set Thursday for a teenager accused of killing the wife of a high-profile defense attorney. (Thu, 08 Dec 2005 21:34:52 GMT)
LaFave’s attorney reacts to plea rejection
Ocala, Florida - Attorney John Fitzgibbons says Debra Lafave was obviously upset by the events in court on Thursday. Fitzgibbons says that was clear from the tears in her eyes. Lafave's mother also appeared to be moved to tears because of the judge’s decision. (Thu, 08 Dec 2005 23:27:11 GMT)
Lawyer says park owner treated unfairly: Numerous code violations cited at mobile home park
The lawyer for L.J. Buffington, owner of Buffington Mobile Home Park, told Benton City Council members that he believes Buffington was treated unfairly by the city's code enforcement officers. (Thu, 08 Dec 2005 23:35:49 GMT)
City Attorney Makes Extreme Request To Chargers Fans
City Attorney Mike Aguirre makes an extreme request to fans after an arbitrator rules in favor of the team. (Fri, 09 Dec 2005 02:52:41 GMT)
SIMPSON HIRING ANISTON DIVORCE ATTORNEY?
LATEST: JESSICA SIMPSON has reportedly hired a high-powered divorce attorney to handle her split with husband NICK LACHEY - just three weeks after they announced their separation. (Fri, 09 Dec 2005 02:58:33 GMT)
Attorney guilty in church scam case
ROME — A federal jury on Thursday convicted a Dalton attorney of laundering $150,000 — far less than the $8.7 million he was accused of laundering in the 2002 case. (Fri, 09 Dec 2005 03:10:43 GMT)
Lawyer's Last Word: 'Nobody' Wanted to Hurt Him
As lawyer Kevin Jung crouched by his white Lexus, clutching a napkin against the gunshot wound in his head, a police officer rushed to help and asked, "Do you know anyone who would want to hurt you?" (Fri, 09 Dec 2005 03:17:47 GMT)
Muscatine County attorney says he won't appeal felon vote ruling
MUSCATINE, Iowa The Muscatine County attorney won't appeal a judge's ruling on felon voting rights. (Fri, 09 Dec 2005 05:08:23 GMT)
No Huskers were steroid clients, lawyer says
The New York City supplier for a steroid ring that operated in Lincoln in 2003 and 2004 knows of no Cornhusker football players who were customers, the man's lawyer said Thursday. "He's heard of the Huskers, that's about it," said Chad Wythers of Lincoln, attorney for Vladimir Ribartchouk. (Fri, 09 Dec 2005 06:16:38 GMT)
Utah attorney, private investigator face charges
Utah defense attorney Richard Mauro and private investigator Ted Cilwick were arrested this week in Spokane, Wash., for allegedly tampering with witnesses connected to a Utah murder case. Arrested Tuesday night, Mauro, 46, and Cilwick, 51, appeared the next day in Spokane County District Court on two counts each of witness tampering, a class C felony, and were released on their own (Fri, 09 Dec 2005 07:40:30 GMT)
Attorney: Anti-Christian Hostility Driving War on Christmas
A Christian attorney says recent acts of censorship indicate Christmas is under attack in public schools across the United States. One Ohio high school principal, for example, recently renamed the school's Christmas tree and concert a "holiday tree" and a "holiday concert." (Fri, 09 Dec 2005 08:03:41 GMT)
Retired Penn Yan lawyer puts experience to use in timely spy novel
George A. Mathewson , a retired Penn Yan lawyer, has put his 41 years of experience to use in his new novel, "1984 Arrives in America." (Fri, 09 Dec 2005 08:45:53 GMT)
Spokane lawyer accused of witness tampering in Utah murder case
SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) -- A prominent Utah lawyer and an investigator have been jailed on witness-tampering accusations involving the fatal stabbing and beating of a clerk 21 years ago. (Fri, 09 Dec 2005 09:22:43 GMT)
Statement proves political interference: lawyer
A St. John's lawyer has taken the unusual step of releasing a police statement to the media, as his client prepares for a court date involving the defacement of municipal campaign signs. (Fri, 09 Dec 2005 10:09:14 GMT)
New City lawyer nominated to replace Berliner on Rockland Legislature
RAMAPO — Democrats in the Rockland County's District 6 have recommended New City lawyer Alden Wolfe to fill a impending vacancy on the County Legislature. (Fri, 09 Dec 2005 11:12:08 GMT)
Attorney general warns residents of two scams
Two new scams surfaced this week in Washington, Attorney General Rob McKenna said Thursday. (Fri, 09 Dec 2005 11:20:18 GMT)
Attorney general files lien against vocal critic
COLUMBUS - Attorney General Jim Petro's office took legal action last month against one of his prime critics, State Sen. Marc Dann, who is running to take over Mr. Petro's job next year. (Fri, 09 Dec 2005 11:36:07 GMT)
Lima attorney to pursue Oxley's job in Congress
LIMA, Ohio - A Lima attorney has said he wants U.S. Rep. Mike Oxley's job. (Fri, 09 Dec 2005 11:38:31 GMT)
Web Site Pushed Unregistered Investments, Md. Attorney General Says
Maryland's attorney general has issued a cease-and-desist order to two Maryland-based firms and their principal for violating the state's securities laws by operating a Web site that promoted an unregistered investment plan and portfolio fund and offering investment advice related to both. (Fri, 09 Dec 2005 12:00:27 GMT)
Muscatine County Attorney Says He Won't Appeal Felon Vote Ruling
The Muscatine County attorney won't appeal a judge's ruling on felon voting rights. (Fri, 09 Dec 2005 12:14:22 GMT)
Attorney: Video shows police using stun gun on grandma
FRANKLIN (AP) -- The attorney for a 68-year-old woman has released a surveillance video he says shows a policeman using a stun gun on his client in the lobby of the police department nearly two years ago. (Fri, 09 Dec 2005 13:06:34 GMT)
Big name to join attorney general race
(Albany - CBS 6) — A former U.S. Attorney can be added to the list of hopefuls vying to succeed Eliot Spitzer a U.S. Attorney General. Denise O'Donnell is the latest to throw her name into the political hat. (Fri, 09 Dec 2005 13:08:53 GMT)
Attorney's Death Won't Affect Coronet Case
PLANT CITY - Lawyers representing residents and former employees in a lawsuit against Coronet Industries say the death Tuesday of California attorney Edward Masry will not affect the case. (Fri, 09 Dec 2005 15:09:23 GMT)
Vioxx risks hidden, lawyer tells court
Merck & Co put profits ahead of consumer safety by hiding heart risks of its Vioxx painkiller, a lawyer told a Houston jury at the third trial in lawsuits filed over the drug. (Fri, 09 Dec 2005 16:37:54 GMT)
Lawyer: Glitter Admits Having Girl in Bed
Lawyer Says Glitter Admits to Police 11-Year-Old Girl in His Bed, but Denies Sexual Abuse (Fri, 09 Dec 2005 16:47:08 GMT)
Nagin names new city attorney
Mayor Ray Nagin has appointed Penya M. Moses-Fields as interim city attorney, effective immediately. She succeeds Sherry Landry, whose resignation took effect Nov. 30. Landry had been the city's top lawyer for 2 1/2 years. (Fri, 09 Dec 2005 16:54:53 GMT)
Memphis Attorney Indicted on Charges of Bilking Clients
MEMPHIS- A Shelby County grand jury has indicted a Memphis attorney on charges of stealing more than $60,000 from his law firm and clients. (Fri, 09 Dec 2005 17:06:29 GMT)
Simpson Hiring Aniston Divorce Attorney?
Jessica Simpson has reportedly hired a high-powered divorce attorney to handle her split with husband Nick Lachey - just three weeks after they announced their separation. (Fri, 09 Dec 2005 17:59:54 GMT)
Report: U.S. Attorney Will Appeal Councilman's Acquittal
The U.S. Attorney will appeal the acquittal of a former San Diego City Councilman in the city hall strip club trial, according to the published report. IMAGES: Players: City Council/Strip Club Scandal Discuss the Case Zucchet Speaks About Dropped Charges (Fri, 09 Dec 2005 19:07:40 GMT)
Lawyer Defends Racy Police Videos
The lawyer for the San Francisco police officer who produced the videos at the center of a growing storm says his client is being unfairly criticized and disciplined. (Fri, 09 Dec 2005 19:58:33 GMT)
Contested attorney general's race in court
RICHMOND, Va. Attorneys for both candidates in the contested attorney general's race were before a three-judge panel at Richmond Circuit Court this afternoon, arguing over the logistics of the planned recount set for December 20th. (Fri, 09 Dec 2005 20:07:14 GMT)
Judge behaving badly? Alleged list, calling police liars; Attorney says this is D.A.’s latest ‘idiotic complaint’
Potter County, Pa., District Attorney Jeff Leber is claiming Potter County Judge Annette Easton has a “crap” list of police officers and claims she said all state troopers are liars. (Fri, 09 Dec 2005 20:48:32 GMT)
A lawyer's look at the 360 suit
We recently brought you news of a Chicago man suing Microsoft over the glitches present in the 360 console. However, a lawyer looking at the case has provided some commentary and it seems the only real winners will be the legal eagles involved in the case. The plaintiff uses blogs and messageboards as proof of the number of people experiencing problems—unfortunately not really proof (Fri, 09 Dec 2005 21:05:47 GMT)
Recount Debate For Attorney General Race Goes Before Circuit Court
(AP)- Attorneys for both candidates in the contested Attorney General's race were before a three-judge panel at Richmond Circuit Court Friday afternoon. They were arguing over the logistics of the planned recount set for December 20th. (Fri, 09 Dec 2005 21:22:29 GMT)
Lawyer says park owner treated unfairly: Numerous code violations cited at mobile home park
The lawyer for L.J. Buffington, owner of Buffington Mobile Home Park, told Benton City Council members that he believes Buffington was treated unfairly by the city's code enforcement officers. (Fri, 09 Dec 2005 22:08:17 GMT)
Lawyer: Glitter Admits Having Girl in Bed
Lawyer Says Glitter Admits to Police 11-Year-Old Girl in His Bed, but Denies Sexual Abuse (Fri, 09 Dec 2005 22:17:08 GMT)
Attorney general opposes Yankee Gas rate increase
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) _ Attorney General Richard Blumenthal said Friday he will fight a Yankee Gas request for a 2.3 percent rate increase. (Fri, 09 Dec 2005 22:22:08 GMT)
Attorney general opposes Yankee Gas rate increase
HARTFORD, Conn. -- Attorney General Richard Blumenthal said Friday he will fight a Yankee Gas request for a 2.3 percent rate increase. Blumenthal said the company has already been granted a 4.1 percent increase this year. (Fri, 09 Dec 2005 22:28:35 GMT)
Attorney: Lofton Interested in SDSU Job
NFL Hall of Famer James Lofton is interested in the coaching vacancy at San Diego State, his attorney said Friday. (Fri, 09 Dec 2005 22:58:05 GMT)
Attorney: Lofton Interested in SDSU Job
SAN DIEGO — NFL Hall of Famer James Lofton is interested in the coaching vacancy at San Diego State, his attorney said Friday. "I placed a call to the school this morning and am waiting to hear back from them," said Rich Nichols, who works for the Dallas firm of Hughes & Luce. (Fri, 09 Dec 2005 23:04:04 GMT)
Attorney: Lofton Interested in SDSU Job
SAN DIEGO -- NFL Hall of Famer James Lofton is interested in the coaching vacancy at San Diego State, his attorney said Friday. "I placed a call to the school this morning and am waiting to hear back from them," said Rich Nichols, who works for the Dallas firm of Hughes & Luce. (Fri, 09 Dec 2005 23:15:29 GMT)
FOXY BROWN FIRES LAWYER FOR REVEALING HEARING LOSS
LATEST: Hip-hop star FOXY BROWN has fired her lawyer JOSEPH TACOPINA, after he informed journalists of her hearing loss. While standing beside the rapper following her Monday (05DEC05) court appearance on assault charges, Tacopina told the press that his client was "pretty much totally deaf". (Sat, 10 Dec 2005 00:14:43 GMT)
Lawyer disputes hospital board's mismanagement allegations
BISMARCK, N.D. - The lawyer for the former administrative company of a Richardton hospital says the hospital was in financial trouble before Dakota Medical Resources Group was hired to oversee operations. (Sat, 10 Dec 2005 00:20:34 GMT)
Lawyer: Lionel Tate Probably Fit for Trial
The new attorney for convicted child-killer Lionel Tate said Friday he expects his client will be found mentally competent for hearings on whether his probation should be revoked because of the alleged robbery of a pizza delivery man. (Sat, 10 Dec 2005 01:32:16 GMT)
Trial delayed for Idaho lawyer charged with sex bartering
RUPERT, Idaho A Rupert lawyer accused of four counts of trading legal services for sex won't get a trial until at least January. Raymundo G- Pena's trial had been due to begin this week before a Fifth District Court judge postponed the case. (Sat, 10 Dec 2005 02:39:07 GMT)
New York Attorney General Sees a Target Firing Back
Attorney General Eliot Spitzer is famous for conducting high-profile investigations of big business that are settled before trial. One target of his investigations, Kenneth G. Langone, a former director of the New York Stock Exchange, is not only fighting back in court, but fighting Mr. Spitzer in another arena: electoral politics. (Sat, 10 Dec 2005 03:17:19 GMT)
Attorney: Lofton interested in SDSU job
SAN DIEGO -- NFL Hall of Famer James Lofton is interested in the coaching vacancy at San Diego State, his attorney said Friday. ``I placed a call to the school this morning and am waiting to hear back from them,`` said Rich Nichols, w... (Sat, 10 Dec 2005 03:22:28 GMT)
Attorney: Lofton interested in Aztecs job
NFL Hall of Famer James Lofton is interested in the coaching vacancy at San Diego State, his attorney said Friday. "I placed a call to the school this morning and am waiting to hear back from them," said Rich Nichols, who works for the Dallas firm of Hughes & Luce. Lofton has been the Chargers' wide receivers coach for four seasons. Lofton said he couldn't comment because of head coach Marty (Sat, 10 Dec 2005 03:40:47 GMT)
Family Finds Lawyer For Malpractice Suit
DADE CITY - For the past year, Victoria Brittain has been acting as her own attorney. Convinced her father had died unnecessarily and unable to find a lawyer to take the case, she filed a lawsuit herself against three doctors, East Pasco Medical Center and others she held responsible for his death. (Sat, 10 Dec 2005 04:49:58 GMT)
Tate's attorney says his client doesn't need competency hearing
Lionel Tate's new attorney said Friday the convicted killer does not need a competency hearing before facing probation violation charges that could result in a possible life sentence. (Sat, 10 Dec 2005 05:00:26 GMT)
Meeting clients one of the joys of being a lawyer
One of the benefits of being a lawyer is meeting and speaking to new and interesting people. Sometimes those experiences are positive, and sometimes they are negative, but it is always interesting. (Sat, 10 Dec 2005 06:03:02 GMT)
Coronet Suit Continues Despite Lawyer's Death
PLANT CITY - Lawyers representing residents and former employees in a lawsuit against Coronet Industries say the death Tuesday of California lawyer Edward Masry will not affect the case. (Sat, 10 Dec 2005 06:56:23 GMT)
Union lawyer urges court to halt officer ID rule
A lawyer for the Boston police patrolmen's union yesterday urged the state's highest court to block the city and the state from requiring officers to identify themselves on a new form designed to prevent racial profiling in traffic stops. (Sat, 10 Dec 2005 08:24:33 GMT)
Spokane lawyer accused of witness tampering in Utah murder case
SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) -- A prominent Utah lawyer and an investigator have been jailed on witness-tampering accusations involving the fatal stabbing and beating of a clerk 21 years ago. (Sat, 10 Dec 2005 09:23:47 GMT)
Joliet lawyer is jailed on theft charge
JOLIET — A Joliet lawyer was accused Friday of stealing thousands of dollars from one of his clients — another local attorney. That attorney is a convicted thief. (Sat, 10 Dec 2005 09:43:12 GMT)
Lawyer Says Foxy Brown Is Deaf
Rapper Foxy Brown is almost totally deaf, her lawyer said Monday. Attorney Joseph Tacopina disclosed Brown's hearing problem after a question about why they exchanged notes while waiting in Manhattan Criminal Court for her case to be called on an unresolved 2004 assault charge. (Sat, 10 Dec 2005 09:51:23 GMT)
Lawyer cries foul over extra charges against teacher
The lawyer for a Wrightstown teacher charged with having sex with two teenage girls accused prosecutors of piling on charges, preventing the 29-year-old man from waging a proper defense. (Sat, 10 Dec 2005 10:04:50 GMT)
Tucson attorney is named to newly created judgeship
Gov. Janet Napolitano has appointed Tucson attorney Sarah R. "Sally" Simmons to fill Pima County's new Division 29 court bench. (Sat, 10 Dec 2005 10:29:26 GMT)
Attorney expects Tate to be found competent
MIAMI - The new attorney for convicted child-killer Lionel Tate said Friday he expects his client will be found mentally competent for hearings on whether his probation should be revoked because of the alleged robbery of a pizza delivery man. (Sat, 10 Dec 2005 11:07:58 GMT)
Attorney general files lien against vocal critic
COLUMBUS - Attorney General Jim Petro's office took legal action last month against one of his prime critics, State Sen. Marc Dann, who is running to take over Mr. Petro's job next year. (Sat, 10 Dec 2005 11:54:47 GMT)
Foxy Brown fires lawyer for revealing hearing loss
Hip-hop star Foxy Brown has fired her lawyer Joseph Tacopina, after he informed journalists of her hearing loss. (Sat, 10 Dec 2005 12:35:04 GMT)
Lawyer Charged With Stealing From Convicted Thief
A Joliet lawyer is facing a theft charge for allegedly stealing thousands of dollars from one of his clients -- who just happens to be an attorney convicted of theft himself. (Sat, 10 Dec 2005 13:43:44 GMT)
Attorney sues railroad on behalf of mill workers
AIKEN, S.C. - An attorney is seeking class-action status for a lawsuit filed against railroad owner Norfolk Southern, claiming 350 workers laid off by Avondale Mills after a deadly train wreck a year ago lost their livelihood. (Sat, 10 Dec 2005 17:07:00 GMT)
Miss Iceland, Unnur Birna Vilhjalmsdottir, who plans to be a lawyer as well as an anthropologist, was on Saturday
Miss Iceland, Unnur Birna Vilhjalmsdottir, who plans to be a lawyer as well as an anthropologist, was on Saturday crowned as Miss World 2005 in the tropical resort of Sanya in southern China. (Sat, 10 Dec 2005 17:20:18 GMT)
Attorney General's Office encouraging kids to destroy toy guns
They're going to be destroying guns in Providence today -- toy guns, that is. The Attorney General's Office is holding another "Toy Gun Bash" at one p-m. (Sat, 10 Dec 2005 18:50:35 GMT)
V.B. Price: If attorney general is to take Wilson's seat, there's much to do
Pundits across the country count the congressional race between New Mexico's Attorney General Patricia Madrid and Rep. Heather Wilson in District 1 among the 25 to 30 competitive House races in 2006. (Sat, 10 Dec 2005 19:07:12 GMT)
Lawyer says park owner treated unfairly: Numerous code violations cited at mobile home park
The lawyer for L.J. Buffington, owner of Buffington Mobile Home Park, told Benton City Council members that he believes Buffington was treated unfairly by the city's code enforcement officers. (Sat, 10 Dec 2005 22:07:22 GMT)
Benton attorney shows up at trial legally drunk
Benton attorney Jerry Stewart was cited for contempt and jailed Monday after showing up legally drunk for a bench trial in Saline County Circuit Court. (Sat, 10 Dec 2005 22:09:22 GMT)
Anderson attorney seeks district judge seat
David P. Nutgrass, a Lawrenceburg attorney, has filed to run for district judge in the 53rd Judicial District, which includes Shelby, Anderson and Spencer counties. (Sat, 10 Dec 2005 23:12:36 GMT)
Jessica Simpson hires Aniston's divorce attorney
To be honest, we really care about as much about Jessica Simpson's divorce attorney as we do about who won the Miss World pageant (yeah, it was Miss Iceland, whoopee!), but hey, it's a slow news day. So, Simpson has apparently hired the same high-powered (read: evil and lacking all vestiges of morality) divorce lawyer who repped Jennifer Aniston in her split from Brad Pitt , Robert (Sat, 10 Dec 2005 23:16:24 GMT)
Lawyer drops repressed memory bid in suit against Boys Town
OMAHA, Neb. - Weeks after a judge declared that repressed memories are not reliable enough for filing claims of sexual abuse, a lawyer said he will not use the claim in a similar case against Boys Town. (Sat, 10 Dec 2005 23:20:34 GMT)
Lawyer drops repressed memory bid in suit against Boys Town
OMAHA, Neb. — Weeks after a judge declared that repressed memories are not reliable enough for filing claims of sexual abuse, a lawyer said he will not use the claim in a similar case against Boys Town. (Sun, 11 Dec 2005 00:39:18 GMT)
Lawyer drops repressed memory bid in suit against Boys Town
OMAHA, Neb. Weeks after a judge declared that repressed memories are not reliable enough for filing claims of sexual abuse, a lawyer say's he's abandoned the claim in a similar case against Boys Town. (Sun, 11 Dec 2005 01:48:42 GMT)
Attorney calls search illegal
SEGUIN — A local attorney is calling the seizure of more than 40 dogs and cats by the Guadalupe County Attorney’s Office illegal. (Sun, 11 Dec 2005 02:40:56 GMT)
Attorney files lawsuit on behalf of workers in Graniteville
(Aiken-AP) December 10, 2005 - An attorney is seeking class-action status for a lawsuit filed against railroad owner Norfolk Southern, claiming 350 workers laid off by Avondale Mills after a deadly train wreck a year ago lost their livelihood. (Sun, 11 Dec 2005 03:16:52 GMT)
DeRosier wins District Attorney's race
John DeRosier won the District Attorney's run-off race on Saturday with 53% of the vote. Candidate Rob McCorquodale had 46% of the vote. Voter turnout was approximately 22%. (Sun, 11 Dec 2005 03:43:20 GMT)
Charges against Egypt opposition leader Nour are political, says lawyer
CAIRO — Forgery charges against Egypt’s presidential elections runner-up Ayman Nour are “politicised”, his defence lawyer said yesterday as the judge adjourned a high-profile trial that neared its conclusion. (Sun, 11 Dec 2005 04:32:01 GMT)
Lawyer's tale sheds light on terror list
As Colorado lawyer Francisco "Kiko" Martinez was driving home with his wife and son across a gray stretch of prairie west of Chicago a year ago, a highway patrolman stopped him for speeding. Illinois Trooper Mike Galletti ran a driver's license check. A computer indicated Martinez was "a terrorist organization member. (Sun, 11 Dec 2005 04:56:40 GMT)
Weight lifting program brings States Attorney closer to MHS students
When Walworth County States Attorney Grant Walker returned to the area, little did he know he would end up spending his evenings with the athletes at Mobridge High School. (Sun, 11 Dec 2005 06:04:14 GMT)
Lawyer drops repressed memory bid in suit against Boys Town
OMAHA — Weeks after a judge declared that repressed memories are not reliable enough for filing claims of sexual abuse, a lawyer said he will not use the claim in a similar case against Boys Town. (Sun, 11 Dec 2005 06:11:54 GMT)
DeRosier wins race for District Attorney; Brame wins PJ seat (12/11)
Former City Attorney John DeRosier became Calcasieu Parish's new district attorney in Saturday's election. DeRosier defeated former Lake Charles city councilman Rob McCorquodale by 2,121 votes, according to complete but unofficial totals from Clerk of Court Lynn Jones. (Sun, 11 Dec 2005 07:46:21 GMT)
O'Boy listed as 'super lawyer'
TAUNTON - Peruse Boston Magazine's list of "Super Lawyers" and you will find only one lawyer from Taunton: Francis M. O'Boy. Not that the city lacks for legal representation, but O'Boy stands out with a sharp wardrobe and a slate of high-profile cases. (Sun, 11 Dec 2005 08:17:47 GMT)
Lawyer of 'Erin Brockovich' Fame Dies Age 73
LOS ANGELES - Edward Masry, the environmental lawyer portrayed by Albert Finney in the hit movie "Erin Brockovich," has died at the age of 73, his law firm said on Tuesday. (Sun, 11 Dec 2005 10:01:38 GMT)
Attorney general to dismiss voter fraud charges
PROVIDENCE , R.I. (AP) -- Attorney General Patrick Lynch plans to dismiss the charges against most of the people accused of felony voter fraud in the last election. (Sun, 11 Dec 2005 12:47:54 GMT)
Attorney general tells officials not to respond to public comments
JAMESTOWN , R.I. (AP) -- Expect municipal officials to be a little quieter at public meetings. The attorney general’s office has told city and town officials that they could violate the state’s open meeting law if they respond to comments from the public. (Sun, 11 Dec 2005 12:48:04 GMT)
Salem suffering from insomnia, loss of memory: Lawyer
Extradited gangster Abu Salem is suffering from insomnia (sleeplessness) and memory loss and had recieved treatment for this when he was in Portugal, his lawyer said. (Sun, 11 Dec 2005 12:57:09 GMT)
Salem suffering from memory loss: Lawyer
Extradited gangster Abu Salem is suffering from insomnia and memory loss and had received treatment for this when he was in Portugal, his lawyer said on Sunday. (Sun, 11 Dec 2005 13:19:11 GMT)
Simpson hiring Aniston divorce attorney?
Jessica Simpson has reportedly hired a high-powered divorce attorney to handle her split with husband Nick Lachey - just three weeks after they announced their separation. (Sun, 11 Dec 2005 13:35:02 GMT)
Attorney: Lofton interested in SDSU job
SAN DIEGO, 2:46 p.m. Dec. 9 (AP): NFL Hall of Famer James Lofton is interested in the coaching vacancy at San Diego State, his attorney said Friday. (Sun, 11 Dec 2005 13:36:25 GMT)
Tookie Lawyer Seeks Emergency Stay
A lawyer for convicted murderer Stanley Tookie Williams asked the state Supreme Court to stay his execution, saying the Crips gang co-founder should have been allowed to argue that another person killed one of his four alleged victims. (Sun, 11 Dec 2005 15:41:46 GMT)
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