Attorney News Jan 2006
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Brockton attorney Fred McDermott describes his climb to the top of Kilimanjaro
Why climb Africa's Kilimanjaro? "Because it's there, basically," said Brockton attorney Fred McDermott. McDermott, 50, recently returned from his ascent of the "Mountain of the Moon," and shares the highlights of his 12-day trip. (Sun, 01 Jan 2006 00:48:57 GMT)
Lawyer Ron Makes Case in Diamond Jo Stakes
Lawyer Ron, stamping himself as one of the top 2-year-olds in the south, led all the way under jockey John McKee en route to an 8 ½ length victory in the $100,000 Peninsula Gaming's Diamond Jo Stakes at Evangeline Downs Racetrack and Casino on Saturday. (Sun, 01 Jan 2006 01:54:20 GMT)
Spicy Blogger Leaves Attorney's Office
A young federal prosecutor who was revealed as the author of a spicy blog about the judiciary is leaving the inner circle. David Lat, who had been the anonymous writer of "Underneath Their Robes," left his job as an assistant U.S. attorney in Newark. (Sun, 01 Jan 2006 04:10:56 GMT)
Spicy Blogger Leaves Attorney's Office
Author of Sassy Blog 'Underneath Their Robes' Leaves N.J. U.S. Attorney's Office for Washington (Sun, 01 Jan 2006 04:35:39 GMT)
Lawyer: Brad Renfro in Drug Rehab Program
LOS ANGELES - Brad Renfro had his arraignment on a drug charge postponed Friday because he has entered a full-time drug rehabilitation program, his lawyer said. (Sun, 01 Jan 2006 04:49:51 GMT)
Billings city attorney advises against legal action in mayor dispute
BILLINGS (AP) — An attorney for the city is recommending it not pursue legal action against Mayor-elect Ron Tussing over his decision to run for mayor after resigning as police chief. (Sun, 01 Jan 2006 05:28:33 GMT)
Attorney’s license suspended due to Lincoln property dispute
CHARLESTON -- Mattoon attorney L. Stanton Dotson’s law license was suspended for one year because of his handling of a case involving property in Coles County that Abraham Lincoln once owned. (Sun, 01 Jan 2006 06:12:32 GMT)
Brockton attorney Fred McDermott describes his climb to the top of Kilimanjaro
Why climb Africa's Kilimanjaro? "Because it's there, basically," said Brockton attorney Fred McDermott. McDermott, 50, recently returned from his ascent of the "Mountain of the Moon," and shares the highlights of his 12-day trip. (Sun, 01 Jan 2006 07:04:27 GMT)
New evidence of lawyer's talent
THE REASONS I WON'T BE COMING. Elliot Perlman. Riverhead. 288 pages. $24.95. Australian lawyer-turned-writer Elliot Perlman made a case for literary fame in his own country and abroad with the wide success of his last novel, Seven Types of Ambiguity, a legal thriller with a narrative complexity beyond the usual limitations of the genre. A darling of readers and critics alike Down Under, Perlman (Sun, 01 Jan 2006 07:07:21 GMT)
Pirro bows out as district attorney
Elmira native leaves Westchester post and makes a run for state attorney general. (Sun, 01 Jan 2006 08:45:13 GMT)
Spicy Blogger Leaves Attorney's Office
A young federal prosecutor who was revealed as the author of a spicy blog about the judiciary is leaving the inner circle. David Lat, who had been the anonymous writer of "Underneath Their Robes," left his job as an assistant U.S. attorney in Newark. (Sun, 01 Jan 2006 13:11:15 GMT)
Spicy Blogger Leaves Attorney's Office
Author of Sassy Blog 'Underneath Their Robes' Leaves N.J. U.S. Attorney's Office for D.C. (Sun, 01 Jan 2006 13:35:48 GMT)
Spicy Blogger Leaves Attorney's Office
NEWARK, N.J. -- A young federal prosecutor who was revealed as the author of a spicy blog about the judiciary is leaving the inner circle. David Lat, who had been the anonymous writer of "Underneath Their Robes," left his job as an assistant U.S. attorney in Newark. (Sun, 01 Jan 2006 16:54:04 GMT)
PERSPECTIVE: Two attorney general candidates seek most new laws
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Most state senators introduced just a handful of bills in busy legislative year that included massive changes to the tax code in the two-year state budget and an overhaul of the election system. (Mon, 02 Jan 2006 05:06:24 GMT)
Alito Once Made Case For Presidential Power
As a young Justice Department lawyer, Supreme Court nominee Samuel A. Alito Jr. tried to help tip the balance of power between Congress and the White House a little more in favor of the executive branch. (Mon, 02 Jan 2006 05:23:12 GMT)
Alito Once Made Case For Presidential Power
As a young Justice Department lawyer, Supreme Court nominee Samuel A. Alito Jr. tried to help tip the balance of power between Congress and the White House a little more in favor of the executive branch. (Mon, 02 Jan 2006 05:45:09 GMT)
Attorney’s license suspended due to Lincoln property dispute
CHARLESTON -- Mattoon attorney L. Stanton Dotson’s law license was suspended for one year because of his handling of a case involving property in Coles County that Abraham Lincoln once owned. (Mon, 02 Jan 2006 06:12:12 GMT)
Paris Hilton drops her LA sex video lawsuit-lawyer
LOS ANGELES - Socialite Paris Hilton has asked a Los Angeles judge to dismiss her invasion of privacy lawsuit against an Internet company that distributed a sex video of her, but she reserved the right to refile the suit, her lawyer said Tuesday. (Mon, 02 Jan 2006 06:12:33 GMT)
Deputy Supreme State Attorney Fenyk resigns
BRNO, South Moravia, Dec 30 (CTK) - First Deputy Supreme State Attorney Jaroslav Fenyk has resigned from his post as of January 1, 2006, he told CTK today, without giving any reasons for his step. (Mon, 02 Jan 2006 07:14:28 GMT)
Lawyer's fortune aids others' misfortune
HOUSTON trial lawyer John O'Quinn, who has made a fortune in lawsuits against manufacturers of diet pills, breast implants and cigarettes, spent $1 million recently on the celebrity-autographed Harley-Davidson motorcycle made famous on The T onight Show with Jay Leno . Proceeds will be added to the Bush-Clinton Katrina Fund for hurricane survivors. (Mon, 02 Jan 2006 07:50:26 GMT)
Probe clears church, its lawyer says
A Liberty City church investigated by the Internal Revenue Service for alleged political activity -- which would have put its nonprofit, tax-exempt status in jeopardy -- has been cleared, according to the church's attorney. (Mon, 02 Jan 2006 08:05:17 GMT)
Lawyer may be able to get son off house title
Q. About three years ago, when my health was poor and I was depressed, I let my son convince me to add him to my home's title as a joint tenant with right of survivorship. At the time, he had graduated from college, had a great job, and was the "perfect son." Then something snapped and he became almost a monster. He hooked up with a biker club, bought a motorcycle, grew a beard, lost his job, and (Mon, 02 Jan 2006 08:07:23 GMT)
Tullahoma's former attorney still puzzled over his dismissal
Over the streets of Tullahoma, a large billboard stands honoring the city's now-former legal counsel, Steve Worsham. It features Worsham's larger-than-life picture. "We the voters of Tullahoma have confidence in your service," it reads. (Mon, 02 Jan 2006 08:12:35 GMT)
Attorney General's Office offers tips for buying used cars
If buying a used car is something you'll be doing in 2006, remember: It's "buyer beware" in used-car land. (Mon, 02 Jan 2006 10:59:10 GMT)
Lawyer injured in blast in Bihar court
An advocate was injured when a bomb exploded at the Siwan district court on Monday triggering panic in the premises, police said. (Mon, 02 Jan 2006 12:18:08 GMT)
Bomb explodes in Siwan court; lawyer injured
An advocate was injured when a crude bomb exploded at the Siwan district court in Bihar on Monday triggering panic in the premises, police said. The lawyer, Munna Pandey, was rushed to the Sadar Hospital where he was reported out of danger. (Mon, 02 Jan 2006 12:49:01 GMT)
State's attorney's assistant enjoying job, area
Lisa M. Stein, of Salem, the newest face in the Franklin County State's Attorney's office, enjoys the challenges of her job, particularly when she sees her clients succeed. (Mon, 02 Jan 2006 14:17:25 GMT)
The American Lawyer Names Paul, Weiss, Rifkin, Wharton & Garrison Group as 2005 Litigation Department of the Year
NEW YORK----Jan. 2, 2006--The American Lawyer® today named the litigation department of Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison as the magazine's 2005 Litigation Department of the Year. (Mon, 02 Jan 2006 15:30:00 GMT)
Benton attorney found dead at home: Hardin, 55, was former prosecutor
Benton attorney Joe Kelly Hardin, a former prosecutor, was found dead at his residence on Monday. He was 55. Saline County sheriff's Capt. Jason Massey said it appears that Hardin died of natural causes. (Mon, 02 Jan 2006 16:04:24 GMT)
Attorney gets 97-day jail sentence
Benton attorney Jerry Stewart was sentenced to 97 days in jail on Thursday in Saline County Circuit Court for second- and third-offense driving while intoxicated. (Mon, 02 Jan 2006 16:33:10 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. (Mon, 02 Jan 2006 16:33:50 GMT)
Sentencing is set after Benton attorney pleads guilty to DWI
Benton attorney Jerry Stewart pleaded guilty to driving while intoxicated charges Wednesday in Saline County Circuit Court, canceling his jury trial scheduled for today. (Mon, 02 Jan 2006 16:34:11 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. (Mon, 02 Jan 2006 16:36:37 GMT)
U.S. Attorney Renewing Commitment to Fighting Violent Crime
BALTIMORE (AP) - Maryland U.S. attorney says he's renewing his office's commitment to fighting violent crime. Rod Rosenstein - who's been on the job for five months - is also planning to expand the office and reorganize his staff. (Mon, 02 Jan 2006 16:53:40 GMT)
Defense attorney wants Delaware to allow direct wine shipments
WILMINGTON, Del. - A prominent Wilmington defense attorney is a plaintiff in a lawsuit seeking to force the state to allow out-of-state wineries to sell and ship directly to consumers. (Mon, 02 Jan 2006 19:09:18 GMT)
Attorney General greenlights airports revamp
Setting aside all apprehensions on the Mumbai and Delhi airport modernisation programme, Attorney General Milon Banerjee has clarified that as long as the exclusion of other bidders was not illegal, i.e. de hors the provisions of RFP (request for proposal), there was no legal bar on proceeding with a single bidder. (Mon, 02 Jan 2006 19:14:03 GMT)
Spicy blogger leaves attorney's office
A young federal prosecutor who was revealed as the author of a spicy blog about the judiciary is leaving the inner circle. David Lat, who had been the anonymous writer of "Underneath Their Robes," left his job as an assistant U.S. attorney in Newark. (Mon, 02 Jan 2006 22:45:57 GMT)
Lawyer: Man charged in Bennett murder commits suicide in prison
(RALEIGH) - A murder suspect in the 2002 death of Virginia native Stephanie Renee Bennett committed suicide Monday in North Carolina's most secure prison, his attorney said. (Tue, 03 Jan 2006 00:40:37 GMT)
Lawyer: Man charged in 2002 N.C. murder commits suicide in prison
RALEIGH, N.C. - A murder suspect in the 2002 death of Virginia native Stephanie Renee Bennett committed suicide Monday in North Carolina's most secure prison, his attorney and authorities said. (Tue, 03 Jan 2006 00:52:00 GMT)
Book reviews for December 2, 2005: Mystery: "The Lincoln Lawyer," Michael Connelly; "The Cradle Robbers," Ayelet
Published Dec 02, 2005 - 14:47:23 CST. The veterans arrive ... in time for the holidays. Two of this month's authors, Michael Connelly and Sara Paretsky, enjoy frequent appearances on best-seller lists. (Tue, 03 Jan 2006 00:59:49 GMT)
Young attorney pushes to be American Indian voice at Capitol
A young attorney from the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe is launching what could be an historic campaign for the Minnesota Senate. If Irene Folstrom wins, she would be the first Indian woman to be elected to the state Legislature. (Tue, 03 Jan 2006 01:21:15 GMT)
Samuel Alito, in Context
Judge Alito's detractors are ignoring the context and content of two memos he wrote when he was a junior lawyer in the office of the solicitor general. (Tue, 03 Jan 2006 03:30:42 GMT)
Conroe attorney steps up to run for 284th bench
A Conroe attorney who has entered the fray for the 284th state District Court judge seat in the Republican primary believes his years in the community and experience as a trial attorney are a winning combination. (Tue, 03 Jan 2006 05:26:13 GMT)
High-Profile Tampa Lawyer Arrested
TAMPA - Police arrested lawyer Oscar Dennis Hernandez on suspicion he beat his former girlfriend and held her against her will at his lavish south Tampa home early Sunday. (Tue, 03 Jan 2006 05:39:23 GMT)
Attorney’s license suspended due to Lincoln property dispute
CHARLESTON -- Mattoon attorney L. Stanton Dotson’s law license was suspended for one year because of his handling of a case involving property in Coles County that Abraham Lincoln once owned. (Tue, 03 Jan 2006 06:12:32 GMT)
Attorney General greenlights airports revamp
Setting aside all apprehensions on the Mumbai and Delhi airport modernisation programme, Attorney General Milon Banerjee has clarified that as long as the exclusion of other bidders was not illegal, i.e. de hors the provisions of RFP (request for proposal), there was no legal bar on proceeding with a single bidder. (Tue, 03 Jan 2006 06:59:03 GMT)
Fort Bend County attorney resigns to seek judgeship
Longtime Fort Bend County Attorney Ben "Bud" Childers resigned his post Monday and filed to seek the Republican nomination for County Court-at-Law No. 1. (Tue, 03 Jan 2006 07:07:01 GMT)
Former state attorney dies
James T. Russell was Pinellas-Pasco state attorney for more than two decades. (Tue, 03 Jan 2006 07:31:11 GMT)
Attorney: off his medication, man stabs two neighbors
NEWTON -- The Cheney Street man who allegedly busted in on his neighbors and stabbed two of them Thursday night is off his medication and may not know why he is in jail, his attorney and a psychologist said. (Tue, 03 Jan 2006 07:48:11 GMT)
Indicted Lawyer's Firm Smelled Trouble
About 12 years ago, an internal memo from Best Best & Krieger expressed concerns that it was acting as a conduit for legally questionable payments from Milberg Weiss to Seymour Lazar, the lead plaintiff in dozens of securities class actions. (Tue, 03 Jan 2006 07:59:57 GMT)
Lawyer in L.A. Seen as Pick for SEC Post
WASHINGTON — Brian G. Cartwright, a Los Angeles corporate lawyer who began his career as an astrophysicist, is expected to be named general counsel of the Securities and Exchange Commission today, according to sources familiar with the matter. (Tue, 03 Jan 2006 08:09:09 GMT)
Lawyer Michael Kelley dies on flight to game
A prominent Cleveland lawyer who had flown to Tempe, Ariz., to attend Monday's Fiesta Bowl died on the plane taking him to the game. (Tue, 03 Jan 2006 09:43:37 GMT)
District attorney race puts pep into primary
Republican Bill Hill's decision not to seek another term as Dallas County district attorney has caused a flurry of filings in both parties for the primary season. (Tue, 03 Jan 2006 11:55:40 GMT)
Attorney returns to his adopted hometown
Bill Madsen is back in town. Madsen, an associate attorney with Estebo, Schnobrich, Frank and Gilk LTD, has been with the law firm since October. He was sworn in as a licensed attorney for the State of Minnesota last week. (Tue, 03 Jan 2006 12:13:41 GMT)
Immigration lawyer creates cookbook of clients' recipes
OVERLAND PARK, Kan. - A suburban Kansas City immigration lawyer is telling her clients' stories through the food they cook. (Tue, 03 Jan 2006 12:32:35 GMT)
McBrearty lawyer was source, Howlin confirms
Labour TD Brendan Howlin has confirmed that Martin Giblin, the McBreartys' family lawyer, was the source of his information which led to the setting up of the Morris Tribunal. (Tue, 03 Jan 2006 13:04:49 GMT)
Lawyer: Ganji in better condition
Iran - Ganji - Molaie Jailed journalist Akbar Ganji's general condition is good, said his lawyer Youssef Molaie here on Tuesday. "I met my client along with his family on Sunday afternoon and his general condition was better than before," said Molaie in an interview with IRNA here on Tuesday. (Tue, 03 Jan 2006 13:55:35 GMT)
Abramoff to Plead Guilty, Attorney Says
Washington lobbyist Jack Abramoff has reached an agreement with federal prosecutors to plead guilty to two criminal charges stemming from the 2000 purchase of SunCruz Casinos, his attorney said Tuesday. (Tue, 03 Jan 2006 15:08:47 GMT)
Abramoff to Plead Guilty, Attorney Says
Washington lobbyist Jack Abramoff has reached an agreement with federal prosecutors to plead guilty to two criminal charges stemming from the 2000 purchase of SunCruz Casinos, his attorney said Tuesday. Abramoff will also agree to cooperate in any... (Tue, 03 Jan 2006 15:12:01 GMT)
Abramoff to Plead Guilty, Attorney Says
Washington lobbyist Jack Abramoff has reached an agreement with federal prosecutors to plead guilty to two criminal charges stemming from the 2000 purchase of a fleet of gambling boats, his attorney said Tuesday. (Tue, 03 Jan 2006 15:15:32 GMT)
Lawyer says lobbyist Jack Abramoff pleading guilty
MIAMI (AP) - His lawyer says Jack Abramoff is pleading guilty to federal charges in a Florida fraud case. The Washington lobbyist was indicted in Miami in August. (Tue, 03 Jan 2006 15:30:27 GMT)
Abramoff to Plead Guilty, Attorney Says
Lobbyist Jack Abramoff to Plead Guilty in Fraud Case, Cooperate in Federal Probe, His Attorney Says (Tue, 03 Jan 2006 15:38:51 GMT)
Lawyer says lobbyist Jack Abramoff pleading guilty
MIAMI His lawyer says Jack Abramoff (AY'-bruh-mahf) is pleading guilty to federal charges in a Florida fraud case. (Tue, 03 Jan 2006 15:50:00 GMT)
Congressman's lawyer reacts to Abramoff developments
WASHINGTON A lawyer for Congressman Bob Ney (nay) says federal charges filed against lobbyist Jack Abramoff (AY'-bruh-mahf) today offer "nothing new." (Tue, 03 Jan 2006 17:56:36 GMT)
Attorney-client privilege under bar review
More and more often, state and federal prosecutors are asking defendants to waive attorney-client privilege, and the New York State Bar Association has decided its time to take a hard look at the practice. (Tue, 03 Jan 2006 18:10:36 GMT)
Top lawyer blew whistle on garda corruption
A senior criminal lawyer who represented the McBrearty family was the whistleblower who helped uncover shocking corruption and negligence among gardaí in Donegal, it was confirmed today. (Tue, 03 Jan 2006 18:16:33 GMT)
Ex-Aum attorney to form defense team for Hayashi
A former chief attorney for the Aum Supreme Truth cult's founder will head a new defense team for convicted Wakayama curry poisoner Masumi Hayashi. Yoshihiro Yasuda, 58, is planning to form a team to defend Hayashi, who said she would request a new trial, if necessary. (Tue, 03 Jan 2006 18:45:37 GMT)
DOJ files estafa raps vs Ilusorio lawyer
THE DEPARTMENT of Justice yesterday ordered the filing of estafa charges against a lawyer of the late Potenciano Ilusorio, a crony of strongman Ferdinand Marcos, after the lawyer allegedly duped two of his law partners of P67.59 million in attorney\'s fees. (Tue, 03 Jan 2006 18:58:12 GMT)
Law Firm Adds Gaming Law Attorney
FORT LAUDERDALE, Florida – (PRESS RELEASE) -- Becker & Poliakoff, P.A., a Florida-based full-service commercial law firm, today announced that prominent South Florida gaming law attorney David S. Romanik has been appointed to the firm's expanding Entertainment, Sports and Gaming Law practice. (Tue, 03 Jan 2006 20:46:35 GMT)
Fat Joe, Jadakiss and Russell Simmons To Party With NJ Attorney General
Russell Simmons , Queen Latifah , Fat Joe and Jadakiss have been invited to a farewell party for New Jersey State Attorney General Peter C. Harvey. (Tue, 03 Jan 2006 20:59:04 GMT)
Court upholds denial of attorney fees in divorce case
(RALEIGH) - The state Court of Appeals says a woman who sought attorney fees despite being represented for free in a child support and custody case isn't entitled to having her legal bills paid. (Tue, 03 Jan 2006 21:09:56 GMT)
Governor Signs Medicaid Whistleblower Protection Legislation, Reports Michigan Attorney General Mike Cox
LANSING, Mich., Jan. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Attorney General Mike Cox applauded the Governor today for signing the Medicaid Whistleblower Protection legislation into law. The legislation was unveiled in March 2005 by Cox and the bill's sponsor, Rep. (Wed, 04 Jan 2006 01:40:31 GMT)
Hutchinson Whampoa eyeing 3G play in RP--CURE lawyer
HONG KONG-BASED Hutchinson Whampoa Ltd. is interested in entering the Philippine telecommunications industry through Connectivity Unlimited Resources Enterprise Inc. (CURE), a lawyer for CURE said Tuesday. (Wed, 04 Jan 2006 01:55:53 GMT)
Attorney General, Senator Propose Measure To Stymie ID Theft
Wisconsin Attorney General Peg Lautenschlager and a state senator are supporting a bill that seeks to offer residents greater protection from identity theft. (Wed, 04 Jan 2006 03:24:09 GMT)
Montgomery leaving district attorney's office to run for judge
KINGSPORT - Assistant District Attorney Rob Montgomery said Tuesday he plans to leave that office next month in order to focus on his run for criminal court judge, 2nd Judicial District. (Wed, 04 Jan 2006 04:18:04 GMT)
Ex-Stockbroker Charged With Profiting From Attorney Girlfriend's Inside Information
A former stockbroker made nearly $23,000 on a pending acquisition by a Silicon Valley company after using insider knowledge he learned from his girlfriend, an attorney involved in the deal, prosecutors said Tuesday. (Wed, 04 Jan 2006 05:02:37 GMT)
New assistant district attorney
Attorney Linda R. Cordaro was recently sworn in as an assistant district attorney in Fayette County. Cordaro, a graduate of Connellsville Area High School, received a bachelor of science degree in education from the University of Pittsburgh. (Wed, 04 Jan 2006 05:07:08 GMT)
Lawyer accused of forgery in estate case
ORANGE — An Orange lawyer with deep roots in town, who was the former head of the Chamber of Commerce, is accused of forgery in a case in which he allegedly mishandled a local man’s estate, police said. (Wed, 04 Jan 2006 05:11:23 GMT)
Attorney: Case against city over
Although former city employee Bob Sanders says his federal case against Selma is ongoing, his attorney says it's over. “We received a federal district court dismissal,” Jim Zeigler, attorney for Selma's former finance director, said yesterday. (Wed, 04 Jan 2006 05:21:18 GMT)
State Attorney Spent Decades Taking On Corrupt Politicians
CLEARWATER - James T. Russell, the go-to corruption prosecutor for a parade of governors during a decades-long career as state attorney for Pinellas and Pasco counties, died Monday in Tennessee. He was 78. (Wed, 04 Jan 2006 05:54:43 GMT)
U.S. Attorney Meets With President Bush
TAMPA - U.S. Attorney Paul Perez met with President Bush to discuss the Patriot Act on Monday, but the case of Sami Al-Arian didn't come up. Perez, in a telephone interview, said he was in a group of about 14 U.S. attorneys representing the 93 U.S. attorneys nationwide. (Wed, 04 Jan 2006 05:55:23 GMT)
Top lawyer blew whistle on garda corruption
A senior criminal lawyer who represented the McBrearty family was the whistleblower who helped uncover shocking corruption and negligence among gardaí in Donegal, it was confirmed today. (Wed, 04 Jan 2006 07:32:17 GMT)
PROGRESS REPORT ON LIL’ KIM: Lawyer seeking early release; rapper busy working prison job and reading ‘Da Vinci Code.’
*Life behind bars for Lil’ Kim ain’t no Cristal stair, but according to her lawyer, she’s adjusted well to living without such expensive champagne, excessive bling and designer clothes while serving her 366-day bid at Philly’s Federal Detention Center. (Wed, 04 Jan 2006 08:02:02 GMT)
L.A. Attorney Named SEC General Counsel
As expected, Los Angeles attorney Brian Cartwright was named general counsel of the Securities and Exchange Commission on Tuesday, becoming the first senior-level staff appointee of SEC Chairman Christopher Cox. (Wed, 04 Jan 2006 08:11:13 GMT)
School Board set to choose new lawyer
BUNNELL -- After 16 years of the same law firm, the Flagler County School Board is looking for a new perspective on its legal needs. In a meeting today the five-member board is set to decide on a new lawyer to advise the district and the School Board for the future year. (Wed, 04 Jan 2006 08:46:42 GMT)
Sex-abuse suspect’s trial should move, attorney says
Cedar Rapids, Ia. — The attorney for a Vinton man says his client can’t get a fair trial in eastern Iowa because of his link to the Jetseta Gage... (Wed, 04 Jan 2006 10:12:12 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. (Wed, 04 Jan 2006 10:49:57 GMT)
Canterbury replaces its attorney
CANTERBURY -- The Board of Selectmen voted 2-1 Tuesday to bring back Richard Cody as town attorney. (Wed, 04 Jan 2006 11:05:38 GMT)
Corzine nominates attorney for Cabinet
Governor-elect Jon Corzine made his first Cabinet pick on Tuesday, nominating for secretary of state a Livingston attorney praised for her ethical standards. (Wed, 04 Jan 2006 13:08:56 GMT)
Attorney: James Bentley can't get a fair trial in eastern Iowa
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa The attorney for a man accused of molesting Jetseta Gage says he can't a fair trial in eastern Iowa. (Wed, 04 Jan 2006 13:35:46 GMT)
Paul, Weiss Named Litigation Department of the Year by The American Lawyer Magazine
NEW YORK----Jan. 4, 2006--Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP has been selected as the top litigation law firm in the United States by The American Lawyer magazine in its third biennual Litigation Department of the Year awards . (Wed, 04 Jan 2006 14:53:00 GMT)
Black lawyer to file lawsuit against police today
Toronto lawyer Jason Bogle, who says his parked Lexus was surrounded by police who accused him of having drugs and guns, will file a lawsuit Wednesday for the surprise shakedown. (Wed, 04 Jan 2006 14:54:54 GMT)
Black lawyer alleges racial profiling
A Toronto lawyer who says police targeted him for investigation because he is black plans to sue the city's police force for more than $1 million. Jason Bogle says he was ordered out of his car and questioned by police last week simply because of his skin colour. (Wed, 04 Jan 2006 14:58:42 GMT)
Attorney: Bentley Can't Get Fair Trial In E. Iowa
The attorney for a man accused of molesting a 10-year-old Cedar Rapids girl said he can't a fair trial in eastern Iowa. (Wed, 04 Jan 2006 15:44:22 GMT)
Morgenthau Begins Historic 9th Term As District Attorney
Manhattan District Attorney Bob Morgenthau has officially kicked off his historic ninth term. The 86-year-old took his oath of office Tuesday during a ceremony at City College. (Wed, 04 Jan 2006 15:59:22 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. (Wed, 04 Jan 2006 16:04:18 GMT)
Attorney General Carter Cracks Down on No-Call List Violator
The state attorney general is cracking down on more telemarketers targeting Indiana residents who thought they were protected by being on the no-call list. (Wed, 04 Jan 2006 17:16:57 GMT)
Beware Of Scam Artists, Attorney General Warns
Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott is warning the victims of recent wildfires to beware of possible scam artists offering to rebuild or repair their properties. (Wed, 04 Jan 2006 19:08:24 GMT)
District Attorney involved in car accident, in good condition
FLOWOOD, Miss. District Attorney David Clark was involved in a car accident in Flowood today. (Wed, 04 Jan 2006 19:19:59 GMT)
Prominent Trial Lawyer Philip Damashek Dies At 65
NEW YORK -- Philip Damashek, a prominent trial lawyer who argued on behalf of New York state against the tobacco companies, has died. He was 65. Damashek died Tuesday night at New York-Presbyterian Hospital, said his son, Harris Damashek. He had been suffering from cancer. (Wed, 04 Jan 2006 20:30:21 GMT)
Prominent trial lawyer Philip Damashek dies at 65
NEW YORK (AP) _ Philip Damashek, a prominent trial lawyer who argued on behalf of New York state against the tobacco companies, has died. He was 65. (Wed, 04 Jan 2006 21:05:15 GMT)
Attorney won't charge mother of dead baby
MT. PLEASANT- Henry County Attorney Michael A. Riepe said there would be no charges filed against a Mt. Pleasant woman who accidentally left her infant in a hot car on Aug. 18, 2005, which led to the baby's death. (Wed, 04 Jan 2006 21:49:28 GMT)
Young black lawyer sues Toronto police for wrongful detention
TORONTO (CP) - A young lawyer who claims he was subjected to a police takedown only because he was a well-dressed black man driving an expensive car filed suit Wednesday, alleging false arrest and violation of his civil rights. (Wed, 04 Jan 2006 22:28:00 GMT)
Alabama Attorney General Troy King is making good on his promise to prosecute those who try to profit off a disaster.
When the the nations most destructive hurricane in more than a decade slammed into the coast, many of you were trying to find ways to help Unfortunately, Alabama Attorney General Troy King said four Alabama gas stations owners used the disaster to try and help themselves. (Wed, 04 Jan 2006 22:41:11 GMT)
Immigration lawyer applauds promises to axe fee
A well-known Winnipeg immigration lawyer is welcoming an election campaign promise to eliminate landing fees. The $975 fee, paid by all adult immigrants once their application has been approved, was introduced by Liberal government a decade ago. (Wed, 04 Jan 2006 23:05:31 GMT)
District Attorney David Clark Hurt In Flowood Crash
FLOWOOD, Miss. -- The District Attorney for Madison and Rankin Counties is recovering from injuries following a car crash in Flowood. Flowood police said David Clark apparently lost control of his vehicle and hit a SUV. (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 00:11:18 GMT)
Indiana attorney general sues Florida telemarketers
INDIANAPOLIS - Indiana's attorney general sued five Florida telemarketing companies Wednesday, saying the firms violated the state's do-not-call laws by placing hundreds of illegal telephone solicitations. (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 00:15:02 GMT)
Miami attorney gets chair of Securities Investor Protection Corp.
rmando J. Bucelo Jr., a Miami attorney who is a director of the Securities Investor Protection Corp., has been named chairman of the independent insurance fund, the SIPC said Wednesday. (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 00:34:53 GMT)
Miami attorney gets chair of Securities Investor Protection Corp.
WASHINGTON - Armando J. Bucelo Jr., a Miami attorney who is a director of the Securities Investor Protection Corp., has been named chairman of the independent insurance fund, the SIPC said Wednesday. (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 00:59:11 GMT)
Attorney General Proposes Legislation
Idaho Attorney General Lawrence Wasden is responsible for giving legal advice throughout the session, but announced today he will push a few key pieces of legislation. (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 01:38:08 GMT)
Man accused of shooting lawyer in LA refuses to appear in court
LOS ANGELES - A man who was videotaped shooting a lawyer outside a San Fernando Valley courthouse refused to leave his cell Wednesday, but his attempted murder trial went on without him. (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 02:49:40 GMT)
U.S. Attorney Expanding Project Ceasefire
"Project Ceasefire" started in Savannah five years ago to reduce gun violence and requires mandatory federal jail time for felons with guns. On Wednesday, United States Attorney for the Southern district of Georgia, Lisa Godbey Wood, said she would be expanding the project effective immediately. (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 03:00:52 GMT)
Military Lawyer Investigates Suspected Terrorists
(AP) Fargo, N.D. A military lawyer who joined the Air National Guard unit here shortly before the 2001 attacks on U.S. soil has been investigating cases against suspected terrorists. (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 03:16:06 GMT)
Lawyer Says Bookkeeper Took Money
NEW PORT RICHEY - At first, lawyer Ed Overton didn't suspect anything was wrong with the office finances. Then he gradually noticed that his law firm was taking in less than the typical $15,000 a month, he testified Wednesday. (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 04:35:08 GMT)
Man accused of shooting lawyer in LA refuses to appear in court
LOS ANGELES A man who was videotaped shooting a lawyer outside a San Fernando Valley courthouse refused to leave his cell today, but his attempted murder trial went on without him. (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 04:41:43 GMT)
Former Weil Gotshal Lawyer Becomes Partner at 21-Lawyer Firm
Veteran white-collar criminal defense lawyer John "Rusty" Wing has left Weil, Gotshal & Manges to become a partner at 21-lawyer Lankler Siffert & Wohl. (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 05:03:47 GMT)
Reports Portray Lawyer As Violent
TAMPA - Courthouse and police records describe a bitter child custody dispute between a well-known local lawyer and a former girlfriend he is accused of attacking on New Year's Day. (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 05:25:03 GMT)
Legal eagles tussle over U.S. attorney appointment
The appointment of an interim U.S. attorney in South Dakota is caught in a jurisdictional struggle between three Democratic U.S. district court judges and the Justice Department of Republican President George W. Bush. (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 06:29:37 GMT)
Polson attorney rejects request for public documents
POLSON - Polson's city attorney rejected a request this week by city government critic Marge Hendricks to review two public documents at City Hall relating to a lawsuit a group she heads has filed against the city. (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 06:58:44 GMT)
State attorney accuses two former StB officers of murder
PRAGUE, Jan 4 (CTK) - The state attorney today accused two former officers of the then communist secret police StB, Milan Michel and Stanislav Tomes, of having murdered a French official's wife in 1957, Martin Omelka from the Prague City State Attorney's Office told CTK. (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 07:13:31 GMT)
School Board set to choose new lawyer
BUNNELL -- After 16 years of the same law firm, the Flagler County School Board is looking for a new perspective on its legal needs. In a meeting today the five-member board is set to decide on a new lawyer to advise the district and the School Board for the future year. (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 07:34:59 GMT)
GJ attorney faces second drug charge
A Grand Junction attorney scheduled to go on trial this month on a drug-possession charge was arrested Tuesday night after he was reportedly found to be driving drunk and in possession of methamphetamine. (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 07:39:18 GMT)
Former Weil Gotshal Lawyer Becomes Partner at 21-Lawyer Firm
Veteran white-collar criminal defense lawyer John "Rusty" Wing has left Weil, Gotshal & Manges to become a partner at 21-lawyer Lankler Siffert & Wohl. Wing, 68, cited Weil Gotshal's mandatory retirement policy as the reason for his departure after 28 years. (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 08:00:10 GMT)
City attorney questions insurance agreement
Opelousas City Attorney Richard Millspaugh says he questions Mayor Anna Simmons decision to enter into a contract for the city's health insurance without approval of her board of aldermen. (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 08:01:25 GMT)
Town's attorney to keep post
Thomas Mahar will return as the Town of Poughkeepsie's attorney, but will have a new deputy in David Hagstrom. (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 08:08:57 GMT)
County attorney: Fines on AMR are too lenient
The mechanism for fining American Medical Response when none of its ambulances are available to respond to emergency calls is too lenient, according to an opinion from El Paso County Attorney Bill Louis. (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 08:29:04 GMT)
Nassau Lawyer
, the official publication of the Nassau Bar Association; received by 6,500 members representing the county's foremost firms and prominent attorneys. Now in its 54th year of publishing, Nassau Lawyer is published monthly with the exception of a combined July/August issue. (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 10:33:02 GMT)
Israel's attorney general says Israeli elections will be held March 28 despite Sharon's illness
JERUSALEM (AP) - Israeli elections will be held as scheduled on March 28 despite Prime Minister Ariel Sharon's grave illness, Attorney General Meni Mazuz said Thursday. (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 11:38:42 GMT)
State official resigns for attorney general bid
Jan 05, 2006: Kevin M. Abel, former general counsel of the Oklahoma Department of Labor, announced Wednesday that he will be a Republican candidate for Oklahoma attorney general. (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 12:26:47 GMT)
State attorney general gives airport guidance
In a 37-page opinion issued recently, Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan provides the road map to the commission seeking to build the proposed Peotone airport. (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 13:28:34 GMT)
Interim U.S. attorney post subject of legal fight
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - A judge has ordered the Justice Department's choice to serve as South Dakota's interim U.S. attorney to appear in her Rapid City courtroom to show why former state Attorney General Mark Meierhenry should not have the job. (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 13:40:26 GMT)
Board gives OK to hire secretary for attorney
LOCKPORT - The Lockport Town Board Wednesday gave the go-ahead to hire a secretary for Town Attorney Daniel E. Seaman. The secretary will be paid $1,000 a month, said Town Clerk Nancy A. Brooks. (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 13:54:14 GMT)
Israel's attorney general says elections still will be held in March
JERUSALEM Israel's attorney general says the country's elections will be held in March as planned, despite Prime Minister Ariel Sharon's grave condition. (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 13:56:36 GMT)
Attorney Elmore to probe BMHA
Mayor Byron Brown has tabbed noted criminal defense attorney John Elmore to investigate the management of the Buffalo Municipal Housing Authority. (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 14:35:36 GMT)
Israel's attorney general says elections still will be held in March
JERUSALEM Israel's attorney general says the country's elections will be held in March as planned, despite Prime Minister Ariel Sharon's grave condition. The Justice Ministry... (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 14:40:25 GMT)
Wrongly Accused Black Toronto Lawyer Suing Police
TORONTO -- A black Toronto lawyer who says he was accosted by city police plans to sue the force today for 1.5 (m) million dollars. Jason Bogle is accusing the force of wrongful detention and inflicting emotional distress. (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 15:55:09 GMT)
Denver Area Attorney To Be Retried On Child Sex Charge
FORT COLLINS, Colo. -- William J. Hunsaker, a former Denver-area attorney found not guilty of sexually assaulting a 9-year-old boy will be retried on charges of assaulting the boy's sister. (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 15:58:42 GMT)
Bracewell attorney takes on role at TCEQ
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has appointed former Bracewell & Giuliani LLP environmental attorney Rebecca Rentz as its new director of air programs for the Houston region. (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 16:20:25 GMT)
Denver attorney involved in Sempra's $377M settlement
Denver attorney Lance Astrella was one of two lead attorneys on a team that settled several class-action lawsuits Wednesday that accused Sempra Energy of conspiring to cause a huge price increase in the California natural gas market that was part of the 2000-01 energy crisis in that state. (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 17:27:19 GMT)
Attorney General: Consumers win $3.5M in protection actions
The state's attorney general's office helped Maryland residents recoup more than $3.5 million in 2005, through mediation efforts in its Consumer Protection Division. (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 18:23:34 GMT)
Father of former Nashville lawyer Perry March arrested in Mexico
Arthur March, the father of former Nashville lawyer Perry March, was arrested today by Mexican authorities near his restaurant in Ajijic, Mexico, according to Metro police and prosecutors. (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 18:55:37 GMT)
Salem drove the vehicle to Sanjay's place: gangster's lawyer
Arrested gangster Abu Salem's lawyer Ashok Sarawgi said tonight that his client, accused of being involved in 1993 Mumbai blasts, had merely acted as a "driver" in taking a van to the residence of actor Sanjay Dutt without knowing what the vehicle contained. (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 18:57:32 GMT)
Nevada lawmaker, attorney general spar over Canadian drugs
Nevada Attorney General George Chanos and state Assembly Majority Leader Barbara Buckley had harsh criticism for one another during a televised debate over importing low-cost drugs from Canada. (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 19:56:15 GMT)
Lebanon: Latest charge against human rights lawyer Dr Muhamad Mugraby must be dropped and all harassment against him
Human rights lawyer Dr Muhamad Mugraby is due to appear before the Military Court in Beirut on 9 January charged with slandering the "military establishment and its officers". (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 20:20:17 GMT)
Report Says BWC Lawyer Advised Accounting Firm to Inflate Fees
A consulting firm analyzing the state Bureau of Workers' Compensation was reportedly advised by a bureau lawyer to inflate its hourly fees to get around a law that requires consultants to be reimbursed for expenses at the same rate as state employees. (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 21:48:18 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, 05 Jan 2006 22:20:34 GMT)
Canada acting as arm of U.S. drug war by staying charges, lawyer says
VANCOUVER (CP) - A lawyer for pot activist Marc Emery says the federal government's decision not to proceed with drug charges against his client clears the way for his possible extradition to the United States and means the federal government is kowtowing to the Americans. (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 22:21:00 GMT)
Lawyer: Woman could have been drugged before husband disappeared
By JOHN PAIN Associated Press Writer MIAMI -- A woman whose husband disappeared during their honeymoon cruise in the Mediterranean could have been drugged before being found unconscious in a corridor last summer, a lawyer for the husband's parents said Thursday. (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 22:29:25 GMT)
UCI liver transplant patient sues former attorney for negligence
SANTA ANA, 2:04 p.m. Jan. 5 (AP): A woman who settled with an Orange County hospital after a delayed liver transplant sued her former attorney Thursday, alleging that he didn't tell her about serious problems with the transplant program that could have resulted in a larger sum. (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 23:06:41 GMT)
Lawyer Suggests Wife Drugged During Cruise
A lawyer for the parents of a man who disappeared from a cruise ship suggested Thursday that the man's newlywed wife, who was found unconscious far from their cabin, may have been drugged. (Thu, 05 Jan 2006 23:51:23 GMT)
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