Attorney News Jul 2007
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Muslim plotter attacked in British jail: lawyer
LONDON (AFP) - A man jailed for plotting synchronized attacks in Britain and the United States is "scarred for life" after being attacked in prison, his lawyer said on Sunday. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 04:39:46 GMT)
Australia unlikely to extradite doctor, attorney general says, as U.K. frees 2 terror suspects
BRISBANE, Australia — An Indian doctor accused of supporting the foiled car bomb attacks in London and Glasgow will not be extradited to Britain while he faces charges in Australia, the attorney general said Sunday. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 05:17:48 GMT)
Attorney denies charges
ST. CHARLES – An Aurora attorney denied accusations Thursday that he possessed images of child pornography, and reproduced such images. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 05:27:31 GMT)
Haneef lawyer to appeal visa cancellation
THE lawyer for a Gold Coast doctor charged with supporting terrorism has vowed to appeal the Immigration Department's decision to revoke his client's visa. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 05:28:00 GMT)
Attorney Sally Still always gets to the point
Attorney Sally Still likes to make a point, usually with about two pounds of pressure to the torso. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 07:14:12 GMT)
Attorney Responds To UA's Motion To Dismiss
FAYETTEVILLE -- The attorney for a Montgomery County man who filed a lawsuit against Arkansas Chancellor John White and System President B. Alan Sugg argued Tuesday that the university officials are not immune from being sued. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 08:17:02 GMT)
Court Dismisses Lawyer's Appeal Over APs
PUTRAJAYA, July 16, (Bernama) -- The Court of Appeal Monday dismissed the appeal by a lawyer against International Trade and Industry Minister Datuk Seri Rafidah Aziz and the government over the policy of awarding approved permits (APs) for the import of vehicles. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 08:29:40 GMT)
Khadr lawyer 'harassed' after visit with client
Omar Khadr's Canadian lawyer says a three-day visit to Guantanamo Bay included harassment by U.S. customs agents and a search of his private notes at the military prison. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 08:35:42 GMT)
Attorney Asks To Separate Rape Charges
BENTONVILLE -- An attorney representing a former Bentonville firefighter charged with two counts of rape filed a motion Thursday to try the charges separately. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 09:01:33 GMT)
Thaksin's lawyer appears before AEC
A lawyer representing former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra Monday appeared before the Assets Examination Committee. Thaksin is accused of graft in his government's rubbersapling project. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 10:12:40 GMT)
Texas Attorney General charges Mannatech for misleading practices
Coppell-based Mannatech, Inc. has been charged by Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott for unlawful and misleading sales practices. The plaintiff’s petition was filed Thursday. The action was brought through Abbott’s Consumer Protection and Public Health Division. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 10:20:45 GMT)
Lawyer Kuznetsov's Moscow apartment burglarized
MOSCOW. July 16 (Interfax) - The apartment of prominent Russian lawyer Boris Kuznetsov, who has fled the country after a criminal case was launched against him on charges of disclosure of state secrets, was burglarized last weekend, Kuznetsov's wife has said. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 12:14:38 GMT)
Former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina jailed on extortion charges: lawyer
DHAKA, Bangladesh (AP) - Police arrested former prime minister Sheikh Hasina on Monday on extortion charges, and she was ordered jailed pending trial, her lawyer said. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 14:39:00 GMT)
Lawyer may ask to move Steinke's trial out of town
The lawyer of a man accused of slaying the family of his 12-year-old girlfriend is considering asking the court to move his client's trial out of Medicine Hat because of the publicity surrounding the case. Jeremy Steinke, 24, will be in court on Thursday. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 14:43:25 GMT)
Lawyer accused of helping Masilotti charged
William R. Boose III, a politically influential real estate lawyer accused of helping former Palm Beach County Commissioner Tony Masilotti hide his $1.3 million profit from a government land deal, is scheduled to plead guilty Thursday to a single corruption count. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 15:10:27 GMT)
State Attorney Stepping Into Condo Eviction Fight
The Broward state attorney's office has become involved in a fight between a Lauderdale Lakes couple and their condo board who wants them out because of their children. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 17:13:00 GMT)
Lawyer Releases Statement on Richardson Arrest
USC football player Quentin Richardson released a statement through his lawyer Monday regarding his Friday arrest on marijuana charges. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 17:29:19 GMT)
Oregon Attorney General Sues L.A. Weight Loss
Oregon Attorney General Hardy Myers is suing L.A. Weight Loss, alleging the company makes misleading claims to consumers. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 17:31:36 GMT)
Alvarez-Glasman bids for Rosemead city attorney
ROSEMEAD - A city attorney who has represented at least a half-dozen cities in the San Gabriel Valley is vying to sign up another one. Arnold Alvarez-Glasman, of Alvarez-Glasman and Colvin, is one of five firms submitting bids to become counsel for Rosemead's redevelopment agency. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 17:40:10 GMT)
Lawyer may ask to move Steinke's trial out of town
The lawyer of a man accused of slaying the family of his 12-year-old girlfriend is considering asking the court to move his client's trial out of Medicine Hat because of the publicity surrounding the case. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 17:55:43 GMT)
Bloomington defense attorney wins award
BLOOMINGTON -- Bloomington attorney Steve Skelton's work as a defense lawyer in death penalty cases has earned him an award from a state public defender's group. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 18:19:34 GMT)
At Trial Lawyer Forum, Hillary is the Anti-Cheney
During yesterday's American Association for Justice forum in Chicago, Hillary Clinton spoke last among the candidates. Overall, she got a less passionate response from the assembled crowd of trial lawyers than the one received by former trial lawyer John Edwards, or the one earned by Joe Biden, who nearly stole the show with a rollicking performance that prompted a standing ovation. ... (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 18:25:56 GMT)
Dr. arrested in Katrina hospital deaths sues attorney general
NEW ORLEANS Dr. Anna Pou - the physician arrested in the deaths of four patients at a New Orleans hospital after Hurricane Katrina - filed suit against the Louisiana Attorney General on Monday, accusing him of using her arrest to fuel his re-election bid. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 19:28:53 GMT)
Lawyer Flees Russia Over ‘Political’ Case
MOSCOW — Lawyer Boris Kuznetsov has fled the country in the face of possible charges of disclosing state secrets, a case he and his colleagues say may be politically motivated. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 19:29:32 GMT)
Ex-US attorney general blasts Egypt military trial
Former US Attorney General Ramsey Clark condemned Monday the military trials of members of Egypt's opposition Muslim Brotherhood and called on President Hosni Mubarak to release them. "The arrest and detention once again of the Muslim Brotherhood is an outrageous violation of fundamental human rights," Clark, 79, told. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 19:35:41 GMT)
Memorial Hospital Doctor Sues Attorney General
Dr. Anna Pou -- the physician arrested in the deaths of four patients at Memorial Medical Center after Hurricane Katrina -- files suit against the Louisiana attorney general. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 19:36:20 GMT)
Dr. arrested in Katrina hospital deaths sues attorney general
NEW ORLEANS -- Dr. Anna Pou _ the physician arrested in the deaths of four patients at a New Orleans hospital after Hurricane Katrina _ filed suit against the Louisiana Attorney General... (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 19:48:00 GMT)
Doctor arrested in Katrina hospital deaths sues attorney general
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Dr. Anna Pou — the physician arrested in the deaths of four patients at a New Orleans hospital after Hurricane Katrina — filed suit against the Louisiana Attorney General today, accusing him of using her arrest to fuel his re-election bid. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 20:30:44 GMT)
Surry County Commonwealth's Attorney says there is no federal takeover of the Vick Investigation
The Surry County Commonwealth's Attorney no longer speaks with reporters on camera but today off camera he denied any notion federal investigators were taking over the case, saying there are now 'parallel investigations.' (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 22:45:31 GMT)
Franklin attorney wins beer, seat at 2008 World Series of Poker
LAS VEGAS - Franklin attorney Lee Dryer picked up a year supply of beer and a seat at the 2008 World Series of Poker by outlasting eight other players at a consolation table. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 23:19:44 GMT)
Idaho Falls Attorney Charged With Sexual Abuse
An Idaho Falls attorney is accused of sexually abusing a relative who is about forty years his junior. Laury Scott Wolfley is facing one count of lewd conduct with a minor under 16 and one count of sexual battery of a minor. Wolfley is accused of touching a fifteen-year-old male relative. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 23:19:44 GMT)
Governor names Fayetteville lawyer to circuit bench
Associated Press - July 16, 2007 7:04 PM ET FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (AP) - Lawyer Gary L. Carson of Fayetteville has been appointed by Governor Beebe to a circuit judgeship to replace a judge who... (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 23:19:48 GMT)
Attorney General Alberto R. Gonzales and Deputy Attorney General Paul J. McNulty to Deliver Remarks at the Fifth ...
WASHINGTON ( Map ) - Attorney General Alberto R. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 23:23:59 GMT)
Q&A: Lawyer for Abused Explains Church Payout
A lawyer for the victims of abusive priests discusses Cardinal Mahony, the record Los Angeles settlement and the issue that nearly derailed negotiations with the Roman Catholic Church. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 23:39:40 GMT)
Lawyer for arrested dad says 2 girls wanted to play in car trunk
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. The lawyer for a man arrested after putting his two daughters in a car trunk in 90-degree heat said the girls enjoyed playing with the glow-in-dark release lever and were only briefly left alone. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 00:44:02 GMT)
District attorney: Book open on clergy abuse case despite settlement
Associated Press - July 16, 2007 9:53 PM ET LOS ANGELES (AP) - The Los Angeles District Attorney's office says it's still investigating clergy sex abuse despite a $660 million settlement... (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 01:58:48 GMT)
District attorney: Book open on clergy abuse case despite settlement
LOS ANGELES (AP) - The Los Angeles District Attorney's office says it's still investigating clergy sex abuse despite a $660 million settlement between alleged victims and the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Los Angeles. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 02:05:37 GMT)
Attorney: Collar-bombing suspect won't appear for arraignment
A woman accused in a bank robbery that ended with a pizza deliveryman being killed by a bomb locked around his neck will not appear in court for her arraignment Tuesday because of concerns about her mental condition, her attorney said. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 02:30:18 GMT)
Attorney General’s opinion satisfies Minot legislator
A new Attorney General’s opinion on the Legislature’s plans for studying North Dakota prison facilities clarifies her questions about the scope of that study, said state Rep. Kari Conrad, D-Minot, who had requested the opinion. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 03:04:44 GMT)
Alaskan attorney reacts to church settlement
Alaska attorney Ken Roosa said a $660 million settlement in California is a good sign for Alaskans allegedly abused by church members. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 03:41:02 GMT)
S.A. lawyer lends his campaign more than $500,000 in quarter
San Antonio lawyer Francisco "Quico" Canseco lent his congressional campaign more than $500,000 in the second quarter, according to federal election records released Monday. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 03:45:28 GMT)
P&Z lawyer OKs combining condo lots
SEYMOUR — A plan to expand a condominium community on Pearl Street cleared a legal hurdle last week, when a lawyer for the Planning and Zoning Commission said the developer could join a 2. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 03:56:31 GMT)
Lawyer stopped from leaving Fiji says move 'unconstitutional'
A lawyer prevented from leaving Fiji by the country's administration has branded the move pathetic and unconstitutional. Former electoral commissioner Graham Leung was due to go to Wellington to take part in a panel discussion on Fiji organised by the Pacific Cooperation Foundation this morning. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 03:57:34 GMT)
Complaint Filed With Texas Judicial Conduct Commission Over Jailing of Lawyer
Montgomery County, Texas, District Attorney Michael McDougal says he will seek a special prosecutor to investigate whether Senior District Judge James Keeshan committed an offense by placing a Houston lawyer in jail for several hours last year after missing a hearing. According to a copy of the complaint filed by the Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association, the association alleges that Keeshan ... (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 04:15:00 GMT)
Malaysia expected to release Anwar aide - lawyer
KUALA LUMPUR (Reuters) - Malaysia is expected to release on Tuesday an aide to senior opposition figure Anwar Ibrahim after a four-day detention over a possible breach of the Official Secrets Act, his lawyer said. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 04:15:35 GMT)
Billionaire Gets Calif. Justices' OK to Sue Judge, Lawyer
Self-made billionaire Thomas Siebel got the green light Monday to proceed with a malicious prosecution suit against a California judge and a former San Francisco Bay Area lawyer. The California Supreme Court all but opened the courthouse door for the former Silicon Valley executive by unanimously ruling that a settlement in an underlying fraud suit constituted a favorable judgment that allows ... (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 04:16:20 GMT)
Lawyer says client was beaten by police
A city man faces charges of selling drugs to undercover officers on four separate occasions, but the man's lawyer said his client had no drugs when he was arrested and is accusing police of beating the man and leaving him partially paralyzed. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 04:32:39 GMT)
District attorney won't prosecute Cedar Park officials
Investigation into claims of open meetings violations is closed. Williamson County District Attorney John Bradley has closed an investigation into possible open meetings violations in Cedar Park and will not prosecute any officials, he said after meeting with the city attorney Monday. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 04:51:07 GMT)
Haneef's lawyer attacks Australian Government for concealing investigation
Sydney, July 17 (ANI): The lawyer representing Indian born doctor, Mohammad Haneef, has accused the Australian Government of using its anti-terror laws to conceal their investigation from the public. Haneef, after being held in custody for almost a fortnight under anti-terrorism laws, was charged with "recklessly" supporting a terrorist organisation, for providing a mobile phone SIM ... (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 06:09:15 GMT)
Doctor sues Louisiana attorney general in case of hospital deaths following Katrina
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A doctor arrested in the deaths of four patients at a hospital amid the chaos following Hurricane Katrina sued the state attorney general Monday, accusing him of using the case to fuel his re-election bid. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 07:09:07 GMT)
Attorney misses two hearings
So where was defense attorney Craig Mitnick on Monday? (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 07:11:55 GMT)
Hopefuls for Olympia city attorney job field questions
OLYMPIA — Five people who are finalists to be Olympia’s next city attorney were available to speak with residents one-on-one Monday afternoon. About a dozen people took them up on the offer. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 07:13:47 GMT)
Westwego lawyer wants House seat
A Westwego lawyer has announced her candidacy for the state House of Representatives, 83rd District seat. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 07:15:13 GMT)
No attorney takeover
SAN BERNARDINO - City Attorney James F. Penman will not be set loose again on the city's parolee population. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 07:16:29 GMT)
Reading market hires lawyer in spat with Rick's
The lease dispute between Reading Terminal Market officials and Rick Olivieri, owner of Rick's Philly Steaks, took a new turn yesterday, when the market hired renowned Philadelphia lawyer Richard Sprague to represent it in any litigation with Olivieri. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 07:21:25 GMT)
Attorney Asks To Separate Rape Charges
BENTONVILLE -- An attorney representing a former Bentonville firefighter charged with two counts of rape filed a motion Thursday to try the charges separately. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 08:01:52 GMT)
Attorney general warns of state-check scam
Missouri Attorney General Jay Nixon issued a news release warning consumers to be on the lookout for strangers sending them checks in the mail that appear to come from the state of Missouri. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 08:03:27 GMT)
Officials argue over lawyer's services
-- HOMER TOWNSHIP -- Township officials balked last week at paying for a lawyer retained by the township clerk, Evelyn Walano. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 09:39:36 GMT)
District Attorney refers murder-suicide probe to state AG
The Lycoming County District Attorney's Office has asked the state Attorney General's Office to oversee the investigation into questions arising from an Easter Sunday murder-suicide in a Mill Hall gas station parking lot. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 11:58:32 GMT)
UBS reaches settlement with New York Attorney General on fee-based program
UBS AG confirmed that it has reached a settlement agreement with the New York attorney general regarding its fee-based brokerage program, known as InsightOne. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 12:21:49 GMT)
Fayetteville lawyer named as new circuit judge to replace Mashburn
A Fayetteville lawyer has been appointed by Gov. Mike Beebe as circuit judge for the Fourth Judicial District, Fifth Division, filling the vacancy left by the recently retired Michael H. Mashburn. (Northwest Arkansas Times) (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 12:47:55 GMT)
Lawyer told to leave jail
A TOP criminal lawyer acting for drug tsar Tony Mokbel has been thrown out of a Victorian maximum-security jail. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 14:00:00 GMT)
Dad accused in toddler death needs protection: lawyer
A man charged with murdering his toddler son and attempting to kill his common-law wife on the Akwesasne Mohawk reserve near Cornwall, Ont., should be held in protective custody, his lawyer said Monday. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 14:08:41 GMT)
Dr. arrested in Katrina hospital deaths sues attorney general
NEW ORLEANS (AP) - Dr. Anna Pou - the physician arrested in the deaths of four patients at a New Orleans hospital after Hurricane Katrina - filed suit against the Louisiana Attorney General on Monday, accusing him of using her arrest to fuel his re-election bid. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 14:12:11 GMT)
Man found dead in Hudson River was NJ lawyer, professor
NYACK - The man found floating dead in the Hudson River yesterday was a lawyer and former college professor with a history of mental illness, Orangetown police said today. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 14:32:10 GMT)
Lawyer found in contempt in Jackson memorabilia case
LAS VEGAS (AP) - A lawyer was found in contempt of court for his handling of memorabilia owned by pop star Michael Jackson. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 15:47:49 GMT)
Attorney raps subpoenas in slavery case
An attorney for one of the daughters of a Muttontown couple accused of enslaving two Indonesian woman said Tuesday it was morally objectionable for federal prosecutors to subpoena his client in a possible attempt to get evidence against her parents. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 17:46:30 GMT)
Attorney says Edmond Marine acted appropriately
John A. Williams THE EDMOND SUN (EDMOND, Okla.) EDMOND, Okla. — The attorney for an Edmond Marine said his client was acting appropriately in November 2005 when Iraqi civilians were killed after a roadside bomb killed a Marine nearby. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 18:09:43 GMT)
Attorney General investigating council meeting
The Illinois Attorney General's office is looking into reports the Columbia City Council's executive session June 25 was illegal. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 18:52:23 GMT)
Attorney says Edmond Marine acted appropriately
EDMOND — The attorney for an Edmond Marine said his client was acting appropriately in November 2005 when Iraqi civilians were killed after a roadside bomb killed a Marine nearby. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 19:05:57 GMT)
Attorney for Teen Charged With Killing Father Wants Case Transferred
The attorney for a 16-year-old Chittenden boy who is charged with killing his father earlier this year wants the case transferred to juvenile court. Aaron Congdon's attorney, Matthew Harnett, said it will take him at least 60 days to file the necessary paperwork. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 19:24:09 GMT)
Attorney writes novel about Louisiana politics
Sitting diligently at the computer in his children's playroom, Hammond attorney Douglas Brown typed his first novel during his leisure time. The rumbling of toy trains below his feet never bothered him, nor did the sound of the television in the next room. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 19:31:04 GMT)
Lawyer: Tab for Nichols case shorting other defendants
The mountainous fees paid to defend Fulton County courthouse shooting suspect Brian Nichols are putting other death-penalty defendants statewide at a disadvantage, a Buford lawyer told the Georgia Supreme Court on Tuesday. For this reason, the details of the money paid out for Nichols' defense should be turned over for inspection, Walt Britt, who represents a Gwinnett County death-penalty ... (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 19:31:07 GMT)
Town Attorney Garrahan to leave job Oct. 7
Oro Valley Town Attorney Melinda Garrahan has resigned. In a letter to Mayor Paul Loomis and the town council, Garrahan said she wants to “retire and pursue other interests.” (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 19:36:18 GMT)
Bjorkman gets new attorney
The man accused of shooting an Ashland volunteer firefighter last month was granted a continuance Monday and got a new attorney. Robert Bartle, a Lincoln attorney who was representing Bjorkman, asked permission to withdraw from the case. The judge granted his motion. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 20:03:40 GMT)
Bulgarian Medics' Lawyer: Libya Possibly Starts New Political Game
The decision of Libya's High Judiciary Council to commute the death sentences of the five Bulgarian nurses and the Palestinian doctor could be the beginning of a new political game, the defense lawyer Vladimir Sheytanov said late on Tuesday. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 20:03:45 GMT)
Arrest of Connecticut attorney worries colleagues
An organization representing hundreds of Connecticut defense lawyers says the arrest of a prominent attorney accused of destroying evidence in a child pornography investigation could open the floodgates for authorities to prosecute lawyers. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 20:18:06 GMT)
Attorney says Bakers will end court battle for Anna Mae He
Larry Parrish, attorney for Jerry and Louise Baker, said in a written statement Tuesday that the Bakers will not pursue any further legal action to maintain custody of Anna Mae He. Click here for more, including the full statement from Larry Parish. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 22:04:48 GMT)
East Memphis attorney arrested for assaulting Memphis cop
An East Memphis attorney sworn to practice the law is now at the mercy of it. News Channel 3's Brian Kuebler reports. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 22:19:19 GMT)
Russia opens probe of lawyer who fled
A prominent lawyer who challenged the security services' wiretapping of his client and then fled Russia is the focus of a criminal investigation opened Tuesday, news agencies reported. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 22:22:59 GMT)
City attorney resigns from post
The city of Sidney is in search of a new city attorney after the resignation of Lee Armstrong. Armstrong has served in the position since 2003. “I think my second term ended sometime in May of 2007,” Armstrong said. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 22:31:31 GMT)
After reviewing the case, the Kansas Attorney General's office has found nothing suspicious about the death of a Brown ...
Brown County Attorney Kevin Hill told 13 News Today that they received a letter from the AG's office that they concluded there was no intent to harm the K-9 "Idol". (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 22:42:37 GMT)
Miers' lawyer says again she won't appear before committee
WASHINGTON -- Former White House aide Harriet Miers will continue to refuse to appear before a House committee, her lawyer said Tuesday despite Democrats' threats to hold her in... (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 23:36:33 GMT)
Lawyer urges drunk driving acquittals be upheld
Arbitrary police detention — no matter how brief — can’t be justified by a “flexible” approach to the law, a lawyer argued today. Defence counsel Ian Savage said delays of one and four minutes which resulted in drunk driving charges being tossed were unconstitutional. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 00:05:16 GMT)
Conyers Rejects Immunity Argument From Miers Lawyer
House Judiciary Committee Chairman John Conyers Jr. (D-Mich.) rejected claims by a lawyer to former White House counsel Harriet Miers that his client was not legally bound to appear before the panel after President Bush invoked executive privilege to prevent her testimony. "The subcommittee [on administrative and commercial law] overruled Ms. Miers' claims of immunity and privilege," Conyers ... (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 00:16:01 GMT)
Winnipeg police officer fired after shooter fired in his direction:lawyer
WINNIPEG (CP) - The lawyer for a police officer who fired his gun near a popular Winnipeg nightclub says his client was shot at first. Two men are in hospital under police guard after the shootings outside the downtown bar early Saturday morning. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 00:31:45 GMT)
Lawyer provided false alibi
A LAWYER gave a "serious criminal" a false alibi for his trial on abduction and attempted extortion charges, a court heard yesterday. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 00:43:29 GMT)
WA lawyer accused of 'blocking' witness
A 34-year-old Perth lawyer has been charged with attempting to pervert the course of justice by trying to stop a witness testifying at a trial. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 00:49:10 GMT)
Man Who Allegedly Attacked Lawyer Sentenced in Previous Case
A man who allegedly attacked his lawyer is sentenced on the charges that brought him to court in the first place. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 00:51:16 GMT)
Miers' lawyer says again: no testimony
Former White House aide Harriet Miers will continue to refuse to appear before a House committee, her lawyer said Tuesday despite Democrats' threats to hold her in contempt. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 01:46:50 GMT)
New state’s attorney ready for job
JERSEYVILLE — Jersey County’s newly appointed state’s attorney is looking forward to finishing the term of Michael McDonald, whose resignation is effective July 31. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 03:55:14 GMT)
U.S. Attorney to Appeal Dismissal of Charges in KPMG Case
Southern District U.S. Attorney Michael Garcia has filed a notice of appeal in the dismissal by a federal judge of charges against 13 of 16 former KPMG partners facing criminal tax fraud charges. In a statement Monday, Garcia said that the government "respectfully disagrees" with Kaplan as to whether there was a constitutional violation in the case. "We will continue to pursue appellate review," ... (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 04:14:09 GMT)
Stuart attorney new circuit judge
At an age when many people have their sights firmly trained on a future filled with golf, travel and relaxation, Stuart-based attorney F. Shields McManus is eagerly anticipating a decade of motions and legal briefs as the newest judge on the 19th Judicial Circuit bench that covers Martin, St. Lucie, Indian River and Okeechobee counties. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 04:23:06 GMT)
Attorney general opposes Bindon annexation
The S.C. attorney general said this week that Yemassee's annexation of the 1,300-acre Bindon Plantation is invalid and asked to join a lawsuit challenging the land grab. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 04:30:10 GMT)
Police charge Perth lawyer
A 34-year-old Perth lawyer has been charged with attempting to pervert the course of justice by trying to stop a witness testifying at a trial. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 05:00:00 GMT)
Reading market hires lawyer in spat with Rick's
The lease dispute between Reading Terminal Market officials and Rick Olivieri, owner of Rick's Philly Steaks, took a new turn yesterday, when the market hired renowned Philadelphia lawyer Richard Sprague to represent it in any litigation with Olivieri. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 05:09:59 GMT)
U.S. Attorney to Appeal Dismissal of Charges in KPMG Case
Southern District U.S. Attorney Michael Garcia has filed a notice of appeal in the dismissal by a federal judge of charges against 13 of 16 former KPMG partners facing criminal tax fraud charges. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 07:02:44 GMT)
Motorcycling attorney points finger at police bikes
A new law in Denver designed to curb motorcycle noise is being challenged in court by an attorney who claims police bikes may be violating the standards that went into effect less than three weeks ago. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 07:20:49 GMT)
Attorney Geragos draws a crowd
One legal journal calls him one of the country's "marquee" lawyers. And Los Angeles attorney Mark Geragos has the client list to back up the lofty description. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 07:31:54 GMT)
Fredo Finally Gives U.S. Attorney a Good Evaluation
In the Justice Department's Great Hall (the very room where giant, blue drapes covered the underdressed statuary during John Ashcroft's tenure as attorney general), an array of prosecutors, securities regulators and FBI honchos gathered yesterday to celebrate the fifth anniversary of the President's Corporate Fraud Task Force. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 07:46:29 GMT)
Homewood city attorney charged
Homewood City Attorney Michael Kendrick was charged Tuesday with assault in connection with a June 22 altercation in a Homewood restaurant parking lot, county officials said. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 08:26:35 GMT)
UK Lawyer Appointed To Defend Liberia's Charles Taylor
THE HAGUE (AP)--A London-based lawyer has been appointed to defend Charles Taylor against charges of arming and supporting murderous Sierra Leone rebels, according to an order by the U.N. court trying the former Liberian president. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 08:31:52 GMT)
Culver lawyer criticizes naming deal
Gov. Chet Culver’s chief lawyer criticized efforts to name the University of Iowa College of Public Health after Wellmark as a "wink-and-nod" arrangement and said the process had not been transparent or open, according to documents obtained in an open records request. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 08:35:14 GMT)
Outgoing attorney advises against board counsel
In one of his final official duties, Antioch Village Attorney Rudolph Magna Jr. advised village trustees not to approve an ordinance that would allow them to hire their own attorney. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 09:46:25 GMT)
Council OKs first-ever City Attorney
FERNLEY--At the end of the month, Jeff McGowan will become the City of Fernley's first full-time City Attorney. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 09:46:26 GMT)
Lawyer says attack dog must die
Roscoe the dog must die so Calgary pet owners will properly control their animals, a lawyer for the city said yesterday. Bylaw prosecutor George Gaschler said a strong public message was needed to prevent similar incidents to one which saw a postal worker viciously attacked last month. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 09:50:26 GMT)
Attorney Arrest Worries Defense Lawyers
New Haven (AP) — An organization representing hundreds of Connecticut defense lawyers says the arrest of a prominent attorney accused of destroying evidence in a child pornography investigation could open the floodgates for authorities to prosecute lawyers. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 10:14:12 GMT)
Nigerian lawyer demands Obasanjo's trial for corruption
A top Nigerian lawyer accused former president Olusegun Obasanjo of corruption on Wednesday and asked the anti-graft commission (EFCC) to investigate his financial activities while in office. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 10:37:24 GMT)
Uganda: Ugandan Lawyer Nominated for ICC Judge
A Ugandan lawyer, Prof. Daniel David Ntanda Nsereko, has been nominated by the Government for the post of Judge of the International Criminal Court. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 11:53:14 GMT)
Attorney raps subpoenas in slavery case
An attorney for one of the daughters of a Muttontown couple accused of enslaving two Indonesian woman said yesterday it was morally objectionable for federal prosecutors to subpoena his client in a possible attempt to get evidence against her parents. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 12:15:25 GMT)
Attorney raps subpoenas in slavery case
An attorney for one of the daughters of a Muttontown couple accused of enslaving two Indonesian woman said yesterday it was morally objectionable for federal prosecutors to subpoena his client in a possible attempt to get evidence against her parents. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 12:43:16 GMT)
Haneef's lawyer probed over leak
TERROR suspect Mohamed Haneef's lawyer is being investigated over the leaking of a police interview with his client. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 14:00:00 GMT)
Lawyer for Etheredge: He has 'nothing to hide'
Wild West World's founder and chief executive has "nothing to hide" and is cooperating fully with a state investigation, his lawyer said Tuesday. Wichita lawyer Steve Joseph said that he and his client, Thomas Etheredge, will meet soon with Kansas Securities Commission investigators. "We've provided them all the documents they've requested, and we'll meet with them in the very near future," ... (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 15:10:16 GMT)
APNewsBreak: Lawyer argues convicted senator should keep pension
TRENTON, N.J. - A lawyer for former state Senate president John Lynch will argue that that the former lawmaker shouldn't forfeit his entire state pension despite his convictions on federal corruption charges. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 16:03:26 GMT)
Attorney wants Minneola to move pipe or buy land
A prominent Orlando attorney is threatening to make this small Lake County city dig deep into its pockets to fix a mistake after it dug in the wrong place for sewer lines for two new schools. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 16:33:19 GMT)
U.S. Attorney assumes lead in Jackson probe
The office of the U.S. Attorney for New Mexico has assumed the lead role into the expenditure of over $5,300 in city money by former Rio Rancho Mayor Kevin Jackson. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 18:55:46 GMT)
Bank killer’s lawyer denies link to body
A lawyer for one of the gunmen in the 2002 Norfolk bank murders said Wednesday there is no way his client could have killed a missing man whose body was found this week. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 18:55:48 GMT)
Craig Stebic's Attorney Blasts Police
Craig Stebic, the estranged husband of missing Illinois mom Lisa Stebic, hasn't spoken much about the case. But today, his attorney stepped up to ... A reporter at Phoenix Fox affiliate KSAZ was delivering an in-studio report just as she normally does each morning. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 18:58:45 GMT)
Lawyer says border guards can't continue breaking search laws
VANCOUVER (CP) - The lawyer for a man acquitted after border officers found 50 kilograms of cocaine in his truck says guards are going to have to start obeying the law. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 19:16:45 GMT)
Attorney: 'Captain America' Agrees To Apology, Bar Ban In Groping Case
A Melbourne physician, who was accused of groping a woman while dressed as Captain America at a Brevard County bar, will apologize to his alleged victim and never return to the bar in a bid to avoid trial, his attorney said on Wednesday. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 19:39:08 GMT)
U.S. attorney in Nashville tapped for Justice Department's No. 2
Associated Press - July 18, 2007 3:45 PM ET WASHINGTON (AP) - The interim US attorney in Nashville is moving up. Craig S. Morford was named today as the Justice Department's Number Two... (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 19:49:48 GMT)
Nashville US attorney to be Justice Department's #2
Craig S. Morford will become acting Deputy Attorney General, replacing Paul McNulty, who resigned in June. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 20:04:46 GMT)
High court: Great Falls attorney violated conduct laws
Associated Press - July 18, 2007 4:14 PM ET HELENA, Mont. (AP) - The Montana Supreme Court says a Great Falls attorney overcharged a 99-year-old client and mishandled $70,000 in retainer... (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 20:23:17 GMT)
Council postpones hiring a new attorney
ROSEMEAD - A motion by a councilwoman stalled a decision on a new redevelopment attorney until next month. The council is considering hiring a new redevelopment agency to replace Bonifacio "Bonny" Garcia, who was hired three months ago as the city and redevelopment agency attorney. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 20:34:17 GMT)
Lawyer battles on several fronts
Haneef's lawyer Peter Russo is battling for justice on several fronts. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 21:25:41 GMT)
President Names Acting Deputy Attorney General
President Bush today named a longtime career prosecutor as the acting deputy attorney general, replacing one of several Justice Department officials who have left in the wake of the U.S. attorneys scandal. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 22:26:31 GMT)
Attorney Says Assessment System is Tax Problem
By Debby Knox INDIANAPOLIS - A lot of politicians and bureaucrats are being blamed for this property tax mess. But the root cause may be how property values are assessed. One homeowner and prominent attorney says the whole system should be tossed out. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 22:41:07 GMT)
Bank Killer's Lawyer Denies Possible Link To Dead Body
A lawyer for one of the gunmen in the 2002 Norfolk bank murders says there's no way his client could have killed a missing man whose body was found this week. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 23:16:01 GMT)
Morford named deputy attorney general
A federal prosecutor who helped put a former Democratic lawmaker behind bars was named Wednesday as the Justice Department's No. 2 official. Craig S. Morford, the U.S. attorney in Nashville, Tenn., is President Bush's choice for acting deputy attorney general. He will replace Paul McNulty, who announced his resignation in May. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 23:44:52 GMT)
Attorney General Says Nothing Illegal In Huckabee Destroying Hard Drives
LITTLE ROCK -- Former Gov. Mike Huckabee's administration did nothing illegal when it destroyed government hard drives before he left office in January, Attorney General Dustin McDaniel said Wednesday. (Thu, 19 Jul 2007 00:07:52 GMT)
Attorney: Crown Point meeting should have been open to press
An attorney for the Hoosier State Press Association says media should have been allowed in a meeting where the Crown Point Development Corporation approved a 500-thousand-dollar loan to a New York company. (Thu, 19 Jul 2007 00:14:59 GMT)
Lawyer for terror suspect in Australia challenges police to charge him over leak
The lawyer who leaked a police interview with Indian terror suspect Mohamed Haneef challenged police to charge him with contempt of court Thursday as India's high commissioner expressed concern about the Australian government's handling of the case. (Thu, 19 Jul 2007 01:26:00 GMT)
Philippines: Lawyer: Ousted Philippine Leader Has No Plans To Regain Power If Cleared On Graft Charges
MANILA, PHILIPPINES: A lawyer for ousted Philippine President Joseph Estrada said Wednesday (July 18th) the former action movie star wouldn't seek to regain power if he's cleared of corruption charges. (Thu, 19 Jul 2007 02:21:06 GMT)
Lawyer for terror suspect in Australia challenges police to charge him over leak
The lawyer who leaked a police interview with Indian terror suspect Mohamed Haneef challenged Australian authorities to charge him with contempt of court Thursday. (Thu, 19 Jul 2007 02:34:34 GMT)
Attorney: HOA Always Existed In West Kendall
Hundreds of residents in a West Kendall neighborhood continue protesting what they say is a surprise hit with homeowners' association fees, but an attorney is saying this should not be any surprise at all. (Thu, 19 Jul 2007 03:50:00 GMT)
Attorney general seeks MySpace details on 2
Pennsylvania Attorney General Tom Corbett is awaiting more detailed information about the Internet activity of registered sex offenders from MySpace, a popular social networking Web site. (Thu, 19 Jul 2007 04:11:12 GMT)
NFL Quarterback Turns to Longtime Lawyer After Dogfighting Charges
Just call Lawrence H. Woodward Jr. the Vick brothers' family lawyer. In the good times and, more recently, in a string of legal troubles that have entangled Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Vick and his younger brother, former Miami Dolphins wide receiver Marcus Vick, Woodward has stepped in to represent them. So when a Virginia federal grand jury indicted Michael Vick on charges associated ... (Thu, 19 Jul 2007 04:15:05 GMT)
N.J. Republican Lawyer Nominated to Fill Alito Seat on 3rd Circuit
Shalom Stone, a Republican lawyer from New Jersey, is the White House choice to fill U.S. Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito Jr.'s seat on the 3rd Circuit. The nomination was made without input from the state's two Democratic senators, Frank Lautenberg and Robert Menendez. The senators were unhappy about being shut out of the selection process and about President Bush abandoning the presumptive ... (Thu, 19 Jul 2007 04:16:05 GMT)
Missouri governor’s staff pressed Highway Patrol to criticize state attorney general
JEFFERSON CITY | Gov. Matt Blunt’s staff last month pressed the Missouri Highway Patrol to issue a public statement criticizing Attorney General Jay Nixon, Blunt’s likely Democratic challenger in 2008. (Thu, 19 Jul 2007 04:22:00 GMT)
Attorney wants evidence barred in microwave-baby case
DAYTON, Ohio (AP) -- The attorney for a Dayton woman authorities suspect of killing her month-old daughter by putting her in a microwave oven is expected to ask a judge to bar certain evidence from her trial. (Thu, 19 Jul 2007 04:25:56 GMT)
Haneef moved by community support - lawyer
TERROR suspect Mohamed Haneef has broken down in jail after hearing of community support for his plight, his lawyer has told a protest rally in Brisbane. (Thu, 19 Jul 2007 04:57:00 GMT)
N.O. district attorney rejects scapegoat role
Orleans Parish District Attorney Eddie Jordan defended his performance as the city's top prosecutor Wednesday, refusing to buckle under criticism that he is failing to bring violent criminals to justice. (Thu, 19 Jul 2007 08:30:18 GMT)
Lawyer's police interview challenge
The lawyer who leaked a police interview with Indian terror suspect Mohamed Haneef has challenged Australian authorities to charge him with contempt of court. (Thu, 19 Jul 2007 08:44:28 GMT)
Craig Morford, who sent James Traficant to jail and busted up the Youngstown mob, named acting deputy U.S. attorney ...
Craig Morford, the federal prosecutor who helped convict former U.S. Rep. James Traficant and destroy the Youngstown mob, was appointed Wednesday as the acting deputy U.S. attorney general. (Thu, 19 Jul 2007 08:50:05 GMT)
Attorney General Says Nothing Illegal In Huckabee Destroying Hard Drives
LITTLE ROCK -- Former Gov. Mike Huckabee's administration did nothing illegal when it destroyed government hard drives before he left office in January, Attorney General Dustin McDaniel said Wednesday. (Thu, 19 Jul 2007 09:03:07 GMT)
Defense attorney blames mother for child's brain injury; Possible verdict today in shaken baby trial
HAVERHILL - During four days of courtroom testimony, Derick Epps' attorney never really offered a defense against the prosecutor's assertion that 2-year-old Veronica Gonzalez's permanent brain injuries were caused by someone violently shaking her. (Thu, 19 Jul 2007 09:04:47 GMT)
Terror suspect in tears over show of support in Australia: lawyer
SYDNEY - An Indian doctor held on terrorism charges in Australia burst into tears after being told there was widespread concern about his treatment by authorities, the man’s lawyer told a protest rally Thursday. (Thu, 19 Jul 2007 10:10:03 GMT)
Melbourne Beach sacks attorney
The Melbourne Beach Town Commission has dismissed its attorney. (Thu, 19 Jul 2007 10:11:25 GMT)
Bush Appoints Morford As New Acting Deputy Attorney General
Washington — President Bush named a longtime career prosecutor Wednesday as acting deputy attorney general, filling a key Justice Department position at a time of widespread tumult over the U.S. attorney firings scandal. (Thu, 19 Jul 2007 10:13:31 GMT)
Ex-lawyer to plead guilty to swindling prominent firm
A former lawyer disbarred after stealing from his Charleston law firm has agreed to plead guilty to a federal fraud charge in the matter, court filings show. (Thu, 19 Jul 2007 10:44:23 GMT)
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