Attorney News Sep 2007
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Erin McLean E-mails Attorney
The attorney for a former Knoxville teacher whose husband is accused of killing her alleged student lover says he has received an email from his client saying they are somewhere safe. (Mon, 24 Sep 2007 17:26:51 GMT)
New York attorney general subpoenaed Facebook over user safety
New York State Attorney General Andrew Cuomo said on Monday his office is investigating Facebook, accusing the popular social networking website of not keeping young users safe from sexual predators and not responding to user complaints. (Mon, 24 Sep 2007 18:32:16 GMT)
Musharraf's lawyer's face blackened
As Pakistan supreme court heard petitions challenging president Prevez Musharraf's re-election bid, an angry lawyer blackened the face of the General's counsel in full media glare. (Mon, 24 Sep 2007 19:01:56 GMT)
Berkeley Attorney Says Kavanagh Doesn't Plan To Resign Despite Arrest
OAKLAND, Calif. -- The attorney for Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board member Chris Kavanagh said Monday that Kavanagh doesn't plan to resign despite his arrest on suspicion of voting fraud and perjury charges for allegedly claiming a false residence in Berkeley in order to hold office there. (Mon, 24 Sep 2007 19:08:45 GMT)
Pak govt lawyer’s face blackened
Islamabad, Sept. 24: A lawyer supporting the Opposition parties on Monday sprayed black colour on the face of the senior counsel for the federation, Ahmad Raza Kasuri, in the premises of the Supreme Court. (Mon, 24 Sep 2007 19:32:02 GMT)
NY attorney general subpoenas Facebook
The New York Attorney General has subpoenaed Facebook after the company did not respond to "many" complaints by investigators who were solicited for sex while posing as teenagers on the social-networking site. (Mon, 24 Sep 2007 19:43:17 GMT)
Attorney Hired to Monitor Rutherford Residency Issue
Attorney Stuart James said he has been hired to look into a possible recall of Chattanooga Councilwoman Marti Rutherford. James said, "They feel very strongly that she is not their elected representative." (Mon, 24 Sep 2007 19:54:02 GMT)
NY attorney general subpoenas Facebook
The New York Attorney General has subpoenaed Facebook after the company did not respond to "many" complaints by investigators who were solicited for sex while posing as teenagers on the social-networking site. State investigators, who set up profiles as 12- to 14-year olds, said they were quickly contacted by other Facebook users with comments such as "u look too hot....... can i c u online," ... (Mon, 24 Sep 2007 20:05:04 GMT)
Ex-cop's lawyer says inquiry into Saskatoon teen's freezing death went too far
REGINA - A former police officer's lawyer says the public inquiry into a Saskatoon teen's 1990 freezing death went too far. (Mon, 24 Sep 2007 20:10:00 GMT)
State Attorney General Subpoenas Facebook; Sex Predator Complaints
The New York Attorney General has subpoenaed Facebook after the company did not respond to "many" complaints by investigators who were solicited for sex while posing as teenagers on the... (Mon, 24 Sep 2007 20:14:44 GMT)
Prosecutor says he advised Sen. Larry Craig to hire an attorney after arrest in sex sting
Posted: 2:17 PM- MINNEAPOLIS - The prosecutor who brought charges against Sen. Larry Craig after his arrest in a men's room said he told Craig that he should hire an attorney, according to court papers filed Monday. (Mon, 24 Sep 2007 20:23:25 GMT)
NY attorney general investigates Facebook
ALBANY - Attorney General Andrew Cuomo today announced an investigation into the popular online social networking site Facebook after undercover investigators posing as children were allegedly solicited by sexual predators and the company was lax in responding to complaints. (Mon, 24 Sep 2007 20:31:14 GMT)
Lawyer: Case against officers in post-Katrina shooting on hold
NEW ORLEANS The case against seven current and former police officers charged in a deadly bridge shooting in Hurricane Katrina's aftermath could be on hold for months while prosecutors seek a judge's removal from the case, a lawyer for one of the officers said Monday. (Mon, 24 Sep 2007 21:11:39 GMT)
N.Y. attorney general subpoenas Facebook
New York State Attorney General Andrew Cuomo said on Monday his office has subpoenaed Facebook, accusing the social networking site of not keeping young users safe from sexual predators and not responding to user complaints. (Mon, 24 Sep 2007 21:19:34 GMT)
Attorney for elderly woman says there's another suspect
An attorney for a 74-year-old woman convicted of beating her husband to death told Vermont Supreme Court justices Monday a judge erred by not considering evidence that another person may have been responsible. (Mon, 24 Sep 2007 21:27:27 GMT)
NY attorney general subpoenas Facebook
New York Attorney General Andrew Cuomo has subpoenaed Facebook after the company did not respond to "many" complaints by investigators who were solicited for sex while posing as teenagers on the social-networking site. (Mon, 24 Sep 2007 22:12:27 GMT)
Lawyer guilty of stealing church's land
A disbarred Berwyn lawyer was found guilty today on charges that he carried out a complex swindle of four lots from the historic First Presbyterian Church in Chicago. (Mon, 24 Sep 2007 22:17:14 GMT)
I-Team Exclusive: Inside Look at O.J. Simpson Case With Local Lawyer
In an exclusive interview with the Channel 8 I-Team , the local lawyer for O.J. Simpson is dismissing pundits who say the case against his client is falling apart and gives an inside look at how the defense team sees the case against Simpson. (Mon, 24 Sep 2007 23:06:05 GMT)
Attorney General orders criminal investigation into Olmert's purchase of Jerusalem home
JERUSALEM, 1:32 p.m. Sept. 24 (AP): Israel's attorney general on Monday ordered police to open a criminal investigation into allegations that Prime Minister Ehud Olmert fraudulently purchased a Jerusalem home well below market value. (Mon, 24 Sep 2007 23:36:02 GMT)
Lawyer in video clip out of country
KUALA LUMPUR: The lawyer at the centre of a video clip controversy allegedly showing him in a telephone discussion over the appointment of judges, has been out of the country for the last month, according to his legal firm. (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 00:35:00 GMT)
A Lawyer And A Democrat
No matter what, I can't get past the fact that Andy Berke is a lawyer and a Democrat. Now, I have had a Democrat lawyer in the past and I love her and the work she did defending me against a Republican like myself. (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 01:25:05 GMT)
Musharraf May Be Elected While Army Head, Attorney General Says
Sept. 25 (Bloomberg) -- President Pervez Musharraf is entitled to seek a second term while remaining army chief, Pakistan's Attorney General Malik Muhammad Qayyum told a court hearing opposition demands he be barred from standing. (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 01:41:49 GMT)
Musharraf May Be Elected While Army Head, Attorney General Says
Sept. 25 (Bloomberg) -- President Pervez Musharraf is entitled to seek a second term while remaining army chief, Pakistan's Attorney General Malik Muhammad Qayyum told a court hearing opposition demands he be barred from standing. (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 01:42:27 GMT)
Lawyer accused of tapping ex's phone
A lawyer named as a suspect in the murder of his estranged wife appears in court. (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 02:07:38 GMT)
Attorney sues Birkhead for defamation, fraud, breach of contract
The daddy of Anna Nicole Smith's baby daughter finds himself facing a lawsuit filed by his former attorney, Debra Opri. Click to find out what it's all about. (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 02:33:43 GMT)
Karl Rominger, attorney for the family of murdered
Karl Rominger, attorney for the family of murdered Shippensburg University student Sydney Bull, says any judgment in the lawsuit filed by Bull's family against the three men convicted of his slaying, will be mainly symbolic. The suit seeks $1.5 billion in damages. (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 02:49:36 GMT)
Karoi lawyer probed
Chinhoyi Bureau. PROMINENT Karoi lawyer and member of the Rydings Primary School board of governors, Mr Gerald Mlotshwa, has been questioned by police for allegedly abusing public funds. (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 03:20:07 GMT)
Attorney General Madigan expecting second child
SPRINGFIELD †Baby No. 2 is on the way for Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan. (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 03:32:45 GMT)
Attorney says Keller made him co-executor
The strange life and death of Fred Keller took another bizarre turn Monday when his estate was thrown into turmoil following claims by his attorney, Bennett Cohn, that the millionaire killer made changes to his will that benefit Cohn. (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 04:13:04 GMT)
Amerifirst officers and lawyer allegedly hid assets subject to freeze
Phillip Offill, a former Securities and Exchange Commission lawyer in Fort Worth who's being sued by the SEC in an alleged pump-and-dump stock scam, has been accused of scheming to violate a court order in an unrelated investment fraud case. (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 04:34:42 GMT)
High court disbars attorney over scam
The state Supreme Court has disbarred a former Springfield attorney for his role in a $24.7 million health insurance scam that defrauded more than 2,000 victims. (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 04:59:29 GMT)
Slain lawyer's ex-colleague is found dead
Clayton — When lawyer Ernest Brasier was found shot to death at his desk in downtown Clayton last year, baffled investigators looked for anything unusual among his clients, co-workers and private life. (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 05:23:16 GMT)
Attorney suspended for 120 days
DETROIT -- Grosse Pointe Woods attorney Sue Radulovich has been suspended for 120 days by the Michigan Attorney Grievance Commission. (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 06:01:56 GMT)
Independent panel to probe lawyer video
PUTRAJAYA : A special independent panel has been formed to probe and determine the authenticity of the video tape showing a senior lawyer purportedly brokering judges' appointments, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak. (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 06:36:08 GMT)
Attorney says kids, mom out of state
A former Knoxville teacher whose husband is charged with killing her student lover is well, staying with friends out of state, and has enrolled her sons in school, according to her attorney. (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 07:04:17 GMT)
Lawyer guilty of stealing church land
Disbarred lawyer Phillip Radmer was found guilty Monday of stealing land from a South Side church. Prosecutors alleged Radmer sold land that legally belonged to the First Presbyterian Church of Chicago and reaped more than $600,000 from the bogus transactions. (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 09:07:17 GMT)
Suspect fires lawyer, wins delay
The arraignment of Mark Padgett, who police said tried to kill his ex-wife with an SKS assault rifle, was postponed Monday when the Fort Thomas man abruptly fired his lawyer. (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 09:31:44 GMT)
Numbers climbing in breast cancer suit: lawyer
Almost 200 people have signed on to a class action suit over faulty breast cancer tests, a St. John's lawyer said Monday. (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 09:56:09 GMT)
Larry Birkhead's ex-lawyer sues him for defamation in LA
Larry Birkhead's ex-lawyer filed a lawsuit against him, claiming he attempted to damage her reputation by making defamatory remarks. (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 10:02:19 GMT)
Property sale is being probed by attorney general
The sale of property last year by Micro-City Government in Lexington is under investigation by the state attorney general's office. Micro-City was a jobs program created by convicted sex offender Ron Berry. Corey Bellamy of the attorney general's office says there is no timetable set for a conclusion of the probe. The review comes several years after Micro-City closed its doors. Two parcels of ... (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 10:16:01 GMT)
Police: Lawyer saw office break
PORTSMOUTH — A lawyer going to work early Monday morning caught a city man breaking into his law office, police allege. (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 10:30:00 GMT)
Ulster committee turns over jail findings to district attorney
Kingston -- Though no direct action was found by special investigative committee to have caused the drastic budget overrun for construction of the Ulster County Law Enforcement Center, several events which occurred during the process of preplanning the new jail have given the committee cause to involve the county district attorney’s office in the matter. (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 10:42:49 GMT)
Lawyer: Musharraf could stay army chief
President Gen. Pervez Musharraf will stay on as army chief if he is not re-elected, a government lawyer said Tuesday, as the Supreme Court prepared for a ruling that could decide the fate of his bid for another presidential term. (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 11:30:23 GMT)
Fired U.S. attorney looking for truth
John McKay, one of eight U.S. attorneys fired Dec. 7 in a move that ultimately led to the resignation of Alberto Gonzales as attorney general, said he believes the directive came from the White House and that more charges are likely. (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 11:49:28 GMT)
Attorney General Madigan expecting second child
SPRINGFIELD †Baby No. 2 is on the way for Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan. (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 12:20:46 GMT)
Outspoken Chinese lawyer arrested
A Chinese lawyer convicted of subversion has again been detained after writing to U.S. lawmakers asking them to help expose what he called an "ongoing human rights disaster in China," an activist friend said Tuesday. (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 12:36:12 GMT)
Poll shows Conway with lead over Lee in attorney general's race
A new poll shows Democrat Jack Conway has a lead over Republican Stan Lee in the race to become Kentucky's next attorney general, but many voters remain undecided. The Courier-Journal Bluegrass Poll published today shows Conway ahead of Lee with 48 percent to 27 percent among likely Kentucky voters, with 25 percent still undecided. The poll was conducted by phone September 13-18. Callers ... (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 14:00:51 GMT)
Prosecutors Charge Attorney In Pharmacy Robbery
Federal prosecutors have charged an Edmond attorney with the robbery of a drugstore. (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 16:09:30 GMT)
Hindu wife can seek redress from High Court, says lawyer
PUTRAJAYA: The High Court should grant a Hindu wife an injunction to restrain her Muslim husband from dissolving their civil marriage in the Syariah Court, said a lawyer. (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 16:30:07 GMT)
NY Attorney General: Facebook not "safe" enough for minors
New York Attorney General Andrew Cuomo has launched an investigation into Facebook over the purported "safety" of the site. Contrary to statements made by the company and its officials, Facebook fails to address complaints about sexual predators and obscene photos, says Cuomo. Read More... (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 16:52:15 GMT)
Council approves new city attorney, interlocal agreement
Bellevue has a new city attorney. But it's still unclear whether he'll be an employee or an independent contractor. The City Council unanimously approved the appointment of Pat Sullivan Monday night, but did not vote on how Sullivan will be paid by the city. (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 16:54:57 GMT)
Masters' former attorney blasts case
Tim Masters’ conviction was so narrowly won that knowing eye surgeon Dr. Richard Hammond was a potential suspect in the 1987 death of Peggy Hettrick could have won Masters an acquittal, his former attorney testified this morning during a hearing at the Larimer County Courthouse. (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 17:39:40 GMT)
Larry Birkhead's ex-lawyer sues him for defamation in LA
Larry Birkhead's ex-lawyer has filed suit, claiming Birkhead attempted to damage her reputation by making defamatory remarks. Debra Opri's lawsuit, filed Monday in Los Angeles Superior Court, accuses Birkhead of falsely claiming in a CNN interview with... (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 17:55:30 GMT)
Masters' former attorney blasts case
Tim Masters’ conviction was so narrowly won that knowing eye surgeon Dr. Richard Hammond was a potential suspect in the 1987 death of Peggy Hettrick could have won Masters an acquittal, his former attorney testified this morning during a hearing at the Larimer County Justice Center. (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 18:09:40 GMT)
Larry Birkhead is sued by ex-lawyer
Larry Birkhead's ex-lawyer has filed a lawsuit claiming Birkhead attempted to damage her reputation by making defamatory remarks. (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 18:17:45 GMT)
N.C. Attorney General Leads Probe Of Facebook
North Carolina Attorney General Roy Cooper and Connecticut Attorney General Richard Blumenthal on Tuesday said they are continuing to lead a 50-state investigation into Facebook, a social networking Web site. (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 18:24:04 GMT)
Larry Birkhead's ex-lawyer sues him for defamation in LA
Larry Birkhead's ex-lawyer has filed a lawsuit in Los Angeles claiming Birkhead attempted to damage her reputation by making defamatory remarks. (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 19:17:18 GMT)
Rep. McNerney divests money from tainted lawyer
Democratic Rep. Jerry McNerney donated to charity $2,000 in contributions from William Lerach, a fundraiser and a well-known trial lawyer who pleaded guilty last week to a federal conspiracy charge. (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 19:17:39 GMT)
White House drops choice for CIA lawyer
The White House withdrew its nominee to become the CIA's top lawyer on Tuesday after Democrats raised concerns that the agency's interrogation techniques may be illegal. (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 19:26:15 GMT)
Prosecutor Advised Sen. Craig To Hire An Attorney
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- The prosecutor who brought charges against Sen. Larry Craig after his arrest in a men's room said he told Craig that he should hire an attorney, according to court papers filed Monday. (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 19:49:42 GMT)
Vick Faces State Dogfight Count; Lawyer Questions Latest Charge
Sept. 25 (Bloomberg) -- Michael Vick faces new state counts in a dogfighting ring, with his lawyer saying he wants to make sure the suspended Atlanta Falcons' quarterback isn't being charged twice for the same crime. (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 20:27:02 GMT)
White House drops choice for CIA lawyer
The White House withdrew its nominee to become the CIA's top lawyer on Tuesday after Democrats raised concerns that the agency's interrogation techniques may be illegal. (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 21:56:52 GMT)
Georgia will keep pushing for death penalty, says attorney general
While the U.S. Supreme Court agreed Tuesday to hear a Kentucky case that challenges lethal injection, Georgia's attorney general said he will continue pushing death penalty cases until a court tells him to stop. "The U.S. Supreme Court, in accepting the Kentucky case, did not enter a stay or other prohibition against other states proceeding with their executions," Attorney General Thurbert Baker ... (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 22:59:10 GMT)
The Attorney General's Office Revoked Its Decision to Prosecute Officers of Bancolombia S.A.
MEDELLIN, Colombia, Sept. 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Today, the Attorney General's Office (Fiscal Delegado) of the Supreme Court of Justice (Corte Suprema de Justicia), upon an appeal, revoked the previous decision of the Attorney General's Office, dated January 4, 2007 and decided not to prosecute the President and the Executive Vice President of Bancolombia S.A. ( (Tue, 25 Sep 2007 23:20:47 GMT)
Black Wouldn't Have Defense Without Hollinger Deal, Lawyer Says
Sept. 25 (Bloomberg) -- Conrad Black, the former Hollinger International Inc. chairman convicted of fraud and obstruction, wouldn't have had the money to fight the criminal charges without striking a deal with his former holding company, Hollinger Inc., that restricted his spending, his lawyer said. (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 00:08:11 GMT)
Musharraf to remain army chief if not re-elected: attorney general
President General Pervez Musharraf will remain army chief if he is not re-elected in the presidential elections due on Oct. 6, Pakistan's Attorney General told the Supreme Court on Tuesday. Attorney General Malik Muhammad Qayyum made th ... (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 00:25:44 GMT)
B.C. city attorney to speak on rental ordinance
Eileen Wicklund, from the Battle Creek city attorney’s office, is scheduled to address the Minges Brook/Riverside Neighborhood Planning Council Wednesday. (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 01:07:47 GMT)
Beijing detains lawyer who penned US Congress letter
A Chinese lawyer convicted of subversion has again been detained after writing to US lawmakers asking them to help expose what he called an "ongoing human rights disaster in China," an activist friend said yesterday. (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 01:45:15 GMT)
'Drowning' dad innocent: lawyer
A FATHER accused of murdering his three sons was an innocent victim of a horrendous tragedy, a Victorian court has been told by his defence lawyer. (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 02:00:00 GMT)
Rybak thinks it's time for a new city attorney
Minneapolis Mayor R.T. Rybak has informed Jay Heffern that he's not going to be renominated as city attorney. "He thinks it's time for a change and it's time for fresh leadership," said Rybak spokesman Jeremy Hanson. He did not elaborate on that direction. Heffern is in his 11th year as the city's top lawyer and has presided over an expansion from 44 attorneys when he was appointed to 60 now. He ... (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 02:36:52 GMT)
Oneida County District Attorney candidates square off
Oneida County District Attorney Scott McNamara and District Attorney Candidate David Longeretta squared off in a debate for the first time Tuesday night. News 10 Now's Jim McCann has more on some of the main issues discussed between these opponents. (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 03:18:47 GMT)
City school board to hire attorney for lawsuit
The Murfreesboro City School Board agreed to hire an independent attorney Tuesday night to advise it on legal questions regarding board member Ray Butrum’s libel suit against Director Marilyn Mathis. (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 03:18:57 GMT)
Attack on lawyer delays murder trial
BRIDGEPORT — Jury selection in a city man's attempted murder trial was delayed at least a month after the suspect attacked his lawyer in the courthouse lockup Tuesday. (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 03:22:18 GMT)
Policy goes to state's attorney
WOODSTOCK – A controversial policy that would regulate when and how County Board members buy and sell property is on its way to the McHenry County state’s attorney’s office. (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 04:25:33 GMT)
City pays 1,500 for employee attorney fees
LEWISTON, Minn. — The Lewiston City Council paid 1,500 in attorney fees to defend the city administrator on a charge of vehicle tampering. (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 04:32:36 GMT)
Attorney general urges schools to start anonymous tip lines
Texas school districts should create confidential telephone tip lines, write emergency plans and practice them annually to improve school safety, state Attorney General Greg Abbott said Tuesday. State law requires school districts to have emergency plans, but they have to audit their security measures only every three years. (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 06:08:42 GMT)
Attorney to tell of abuse of prisoners by U.S.
ACLU attorney Jameel Jaffer's presentations on alleged prisoner abuse by U.S. military troops keep evolving and revealing more disturbing facts as government documents continue to surface about how prisoners have been treated in Iraq, Afghanistan and Guantanamo Bay. (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 06:26:44 GMT)
Illness halts questioning of KRouge leader: lawyer
Rocketing blood pressure and dizziness forced judges with Cambodia's genocide tribunal to stop questioning detained Khmer Rouge leader Nuon Chea Wednesday, his lawyer said. (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 07:58:23 GMT)
Attorney: Larimer withheld suspect
A former attorney for Tim Masters on Tuesday angrily accused Larimer County authorities of corruption for failing to disclose a sex-offender surgeon as a suspect in Peggy Hettrick's murder, calling it a devastating blow to his client's effort to prove his innocence in 1999. (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 08:02:51 GMT)
Feb. 25 trial set in attorney's fatal DUI case
A Marion Superior Court judge has set a February trial for a former state attorney accused of drinking at a strip club before a car crash that killed another driver. (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 08:15:14 GMT)
Attorney general intervenes in E.C. fraud case
Times Staff Report INDIANAPOLIS | State Attorney General Steve Carter has filed a motion to intervene in the case of two East Chicago police officers charged with vote fraud in 2006. (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 08:22:45 GMT)
Ex-official's lawyer seeks interview with jury member
The lawyer for former state Commerce, Economic Growth and Tourism Commission chief of staff Lesly Devereaux has filed a motion to interview a member of the jury that convicted her in July after a six-week corruption trial. (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 08:33:30 GMT)
100th b-day caps lawyer's legacy
They remembered the balloons, the cupcakes, the candles, but forgot to sing "Happy Birthday" to lawyer Mack Swigert. (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 09:48:04 GMT)
DA WANTS 'MOB FED' LAWYER TOSSED
The lawyer representing rogue G-man Lindley DeVecchio tried to silence a star witness and should be thrown off the case so he can take the stand to describe his actions, according to bombshell charges leveled yesterday by the Brooklyn District... (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 09:48:50 GMT)
Attorney challenges revenue agent
Often raising his voice, a defense attorney for the Rev. Jonathan Yates told a state revenue agent Tuesday that key elements of tax evasion and other allegations against his client boiled down to the agent's word against that of a highly favored pastor. (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 09:51:25 GMT)
Judges reappoint lawyer as interim U.S. attorney
The Bay Area's federal judges have voted to keep veteran Justice Department official Scott Schools as the U.S. attorney in San Francisco, increasing the likelihood he'll remain the region's top law enforcement official for the remainder of the Bush administration. (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 10:29:15 GMT)
Lawyer says Bollywood's Dutt to stay free for a month
MUMBAI (Reuters) - Bollywood star Sanjay Dutt, sentenced to six years for keeping illegal arms linked to India's worst bombings, will remain out of jail on a legal technicality for at least another month, his lawyer said on Wednesday. (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 10:42:19 GMT)
Sanjay Dutt may stay free for a month: lawyer
Mumbai, Sep 26 (IANS) There is good news for Bollywood actor Sanjay Dutt, who has been sentenced to six years in jail in connection with the March 1993 serial blasts here. He is likely to remain free for yet another month, albeit due to a legal technicality, his lawyer said Wednesday. (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 11:16:57 GMT)
Policy goes to state's attorney
WOODSTOCK – A controversial policy that would regulate when and how County Board members buy and sell property is on its way to the McHenry County state’s attorney’s office. (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 11:17:51 GMT)
State Attorney General comes to Rochester
The Rochester community is invited to come out and talk with Attorney General Andrew Cuomo and his staff today. He will be at the School of the Arts at 45 Prince Street, between 6:30 and 8:30 tonight. (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 11:21:45 GMT)
Cox to be U.S. attorney for southern Illinois
Benton attorney Courtney Cox — controversial in Springfield for representing a group of black police officers in a racial discrimination lawsuit against the city — has been appointed the top federal prosecutor for the Southern District of Illinois. (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 11:38:39 GMT)
Area Attorney Could Face Federal Charges
A prominent local defense attorney could soon face charges of his own. (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 16:17:18 GMT)
Laura Hall's lawyer asks to withdraw from case
In motion for retrial, attorney wrote he believes he has become a witness. Laura Ashley Hall's hired lawyer Joe James Sawyer has asked to withdraw as her counsel and for state District Judge Wilford Flowers to appoint a replacement to argue her motion for a new trial. (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 17:26:19 GMT)
Lawyer wants out of Benoit doctor case
The lawyer for Chris Benoit's personal doctor, who faces federal charges of overprescribing medication, asked a judge Wednesday for permission to withdraw from the case because his client can no longer pay his legal fees and expenses. (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 17:45:36 GMT)
Lawyer wants out of Benoit doctor case
The lawyer for Chris Benoit's personal doctor, who faces federal charges of overprescribing medication, asked a judge Wednesday for permission to withdraw from the case because his client can no longer pay his legal fees and expenses. Phil Astin has pleaded not guilty to federal charges of improperly prescribing painkillers and other drugs to two patients other than Benoit, the professional ... (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 17:58:00 GMT)
Judges appoint Sullivan as Seattle-based U.S. Attorney
Eleven U.S. District Court judges have formally appointed Jeffrey Sullivan as the next U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Washington... (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 18:20:10 GMT)
Sullivan named new U.S. Attorney
U.S. District Court Judge Robert Lasnik has named Jeffrey Sullivan the U.S. attorney for the Western District of Washington, filling the seat formerly held by John McKay, who was forced out last year. (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 18:23:01 GMT)
Sullivan stays U.S. attorney in Seattle
Federal court judges have agreed to keep Jeff Sullivan, who has been serving as U.S. attorney in Seattle since the Bush administration fired John McKay, in the position indefinitely. (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 18:45:01 GMT)
Lawyer: New Evidence Will Clear Handyman In Hooker Deaths Probe
A handyman's lawyer said he is developing information that will clear his client, who is being investigated in the deaths of four prostitutes near Atlantic City. (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 18:47:22 GMT)
Sullivan stays U.S. attorney in Seattle
Federal court judges have agreed to keep Jeff Sullivan, who has been serving as U.S. attorney in Seattle since the Bush administration fired John McKay, in the position indefinitely. Under an order signed by Chief U.S. District Court Judge Robert Lasnik on Wednesday, Sullivan's appointment will become official on Oct. 12. Sullivan, who served as McKay's chief criminal deputy, was named the ... (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 18:57:42 GMT)
Judges Retain Jeff Sullivan As U.S. Attorney In Seattle
SEATTLE -- Federal court judges have agreed to keep Jeff Sullivan as the U.S. attorney in Seattle. He has been serving in the position since the Bush administration fired John McKay. (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 18:59:54 GMT)
Local attorney charged in multi-million-dollar fraud case
Gregory A. White, United States Attorney for the Northern District of Ohio, announced Wednesday that an indictment was filed against Toledo attorney Darrell M. Crosgrove. (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 19:03:28 GMT)
Lawyer: Evidence clears handyman in hooker deaths
Claiming he has new information that will clear a handyman being investigated in the deaths of four prostitutes outside Atlantic City last fall, the man's lawyer withdrew a request to force prosecutors to turn over DNA evidence in the case. (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 19:10:31 GMT)
Sullivan stays U.S. attorney in Seattle
Federal court judges have agreed to keep Jeff Sullivan, who has been serving as U.S. attorney in Seattle since the Bush administration fired John McKay, in the position indefinitely. (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 19:19:34 GMT)
Lawyer For Wrestler's Doctor Wants Out Of The Case
ATLANTA -- The lawyer for pro wrestler Chris Benoit's personal doctor, who faces federal charges of overprescribing medication, has asked a judge for permission to withdraw from the case because his client can no longer pay his legal fees and expenses. (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 19:32:57 GMT)
Santa Clara County District Attorney Charges Woman for Starting Lick Fire
Posted September 26, 2007 at 12:30 p.m. SANTA CLARA COUNTY (KRON) - The Santa Clara County District Attorney's office is charging Margaret Pavese with a misdemeanor for her alleged role in starting the James Lick Fire. (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 19:39:49 GMT)
Lawyer: New evidence will clear handyman in AC deaths probe
Claiming he has new information that will clear a handyman being investigated in the deaths of four prostitutes outside Atlantic City last fall, the man's lawyer withdrew a request to force prosecutors to turn over DNA evidence in the case. Terry Oleson has been in jail since April 6, when he was charged with invasion of privacy for allegedly secretly videotaping a naked 15-year-old girl four ... (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 19:40:40 GMT)
U.S. attorney praised, grilled at confirmation hearing
U.S. Attorney Michael Sullivan answered tough questions but also earned praise at a confirmation hearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee. (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 20:13:03 GMT)
Jay Harris, Tony-Winning Producer and Entertainment Lawyer, Dies at 69
Jay Harris, a lawyer who took a chance on a straight play by an obscure playwright and wound up winning the Tony Award for Best Play for Side Man , died Sept. 24 after a brief battle with cancer. He was 69. (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 20:17:14 GMT)
Mason attorney pleads guilty to illegal financial transactions
Prominent former Cincinnati attorney Clyde Bennett pleaded guilty to making illegal financial transactions in federal court in Dayton today. (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 20:33:00 GMT)
Mason attorney pleads guilty to illegal financial transactions
Prominent former Cincinnati attorney Clyde Bennett pleaded guilty to making illegal financial transactions in federal court in Dayton today. (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 20:48:20 GMT)
Lawyer for wrestler's doctor wants out of case
The lawyer for Chris Benoit's personal doctor, who faces federal charges of overprescribing medication, asked a judge today for permission to withdraw from the case because his client can no longer pay his legal fees and expenses. (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 21:00:17 GMT)
Jay Harris, Tony-Winning Producer and Entertainment Lawyer, Dies at 69
Jay Harris, a lawyer who took a chance on a straight play by an obscure playwright and wound up winning the Tony Award for Best Play for Side Man, died Sept. 24 after a brief battle with cancer. He was 69. (Wed, 26 Sep 2007 23:41:47 GMT)
ACA to record lawyer's statement over video clip
PUTRAJAYA: The Anti-Corruption Agency is looking for lawyer Datuk V. K. Lingam to assist in its investigation to determine the authenticity of a video clip of him purportedly in conversation with a top judge. (Thu, 27 Sep 2007 00:50:02 GMT)
Lawyer: New evidence will clear handyman in hooker deaths probe
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. - Claiming he has new information that will clear a handyman being investigated in the deaths of four prostitutes outside Atlantic City last fall, the man's lawyer withdrew a request to force prosecutors to turn over DNA evidence in the case. (Thu, 27 Sep 2007 01:13:06 GMT)
Judges appoint Sullivan Seattle's U.S. attorney
Federal judges have retained Jeff Sullivan as U.S. attorney in Seattle, a post the prosecutor has held on an interim basis since January -- days after the Bush administration fired John McKay. (Thu, 27 Sep 2007 01:22:19 GMT)
Georgia lawyer moves closer to federal elections post
Georgia lawyer Hans von Spakovsky moved a step closer to confirmation to the Federal Election Commission on Wednesday when a Senate committee voted to package his controversial nomination with three others for consideration by the full Senate. (Thu, 27 Sep 2007 01:49:14 GMT)
Sullivan stays U.S. attorney in Seattle
Federal judges have agreed to keep Jeff Sullivan, who has been serving as U.S. attorney in Seattle since the Bush administration ousted John McKay, in the position indefinitely, the district's chief judge said Wednesday. (Thu, 27 Sep 2007 03:24:23 GMT)
Floria Lasky, Lawyer for Broadway Stars, Dies at 84
Ms. Lasky was an influential lawyer in the theater world who represented some of its biggest names. (Thu, 27 Sep 2007 03:37:47 GMT)
Former Attorney General of U.K. Joins Debevoise & Plimpton
The former attorney general of the United Kingdom has joined New York's Debevoise & Plimpton as the firm's London-based head of European litigation. Peter Goldsmith, who served as the chief lawyer for the British crown and government from 2001 until June, said in an interview that the fact that it was an American rather than a British law firm had not been important to him. "The key part for me ... (Thu, 27 Sep 2007 04:07:58 GMT)
SD Attorney Urges Mayor To Declare Emergency
City attorney Michael Aguirre said the city is in a water crisis and that mandatory conservation measures need to be implemented immediately. (Thu, 27 Sep 2007 04:08:39 GMT)
Church's attorney plans to appeal homeless decision
Westgate Tabernacle's attorney, Barry Silver, said Thursday he will take the church's legal battle to house the homeless to the 4th District Court of Appeal. (Thu, 27 Sep 2007 04:25:47 GMT)
Pierre lawyer chosen as governor's chief of staff
Gov. Mike Rounds has chosen Pierre lawyer Neil Fulton as his new chief of staff. (Thu, 27 Sep 2007 04:36:15 GMT)
New Jersey: Atlantic City: Lawyer Promises New Evidence
A lawyer representing a man who has been investigated in connection with the deaths of four prostitutes outside Atlantic City says he has new evidence that will clear his client. The man, Terry Oleson, 34, worked as a handyman at a motel near the spot in Egg Harbor at which the bodies were found last November. Although prosecutors have not said he is a suspect, they have sought DNA samples from ... (Thu, 27 Sep 2007 05:22:08 GMT)
Laura Hall's lawyer asks to withdraw from case
In motion for retrial, attorney wrote he believes he has become a witness. Laura Ashley Hall's hired lawyer Joe James Sawyer has asked to withdraw as her counsel and for state District Judge Wilford Flowers to appoint a replacement to argue her motion for a new trial. (Thu, 27 Sep 2007 05:41:20 GMT)
Cincinnati attorney pleads guilty to federal charges
A Cincinnati attorney pleaded guilty Wednesday to a federal charge of illegally structuring financial transactions, a felony with a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison. (Thu, 27 Sep 2007 06:34:10 GMT)
Former Attorney General of U.K. Joins Debevoise & Plimpton
The former attorney general of the United Kingdom has joined New York's Debevoise & Plimpton as the firm's London-based head of European litigation. Peter Goldsmith, who served as the chief lawyer for the British crown and government from 2001 until June, said in an interview that the fact that it was an American rather than a British law firm had not been important to him. (Thu, 27 Sep 2007 07:03:05 GMT)
Lawyer: DMX has pattern of mistreating his dogs
DMX, the rapper under investigation since August for denying food and water to his pit bulls in his home in Cave Creek, has a pattern of mistreating dogs, says a lawyer helped prosecute him previously. (Thu, 27 Sep 2007 07:16:45 GMT)
Sullivan picked to keep serving as U.S. attorney
The chief federal judge for Western Washington has appointed Jeffrey Sullivan as U.S. attorney, a position he has been filling on an interim... (Thu, 27 Sep 2007 07:22:13 GMT)
DNA is key to prostitute murder probe, lawyer says
Claiming he has new information that will clear a handyman being investigated in the deaths of four prostitutes outside Atlantic City last fall, the man's lawyer withdrew a request to force prosecutors to turn over DNA evidence in the case. (Thu, 27 Sep 2007 08:32:54 GMT)
U.S. attorney, FBI probing allegations of police torture
The U.S attorney and the FBI are investigating 20-year-old claims that Chicago Police under the command of former Lt. Jon Burge tortured confessions out of suspects and lied about it under oath. (Thu, 27 Sep 2007 09:07:19 GMT)
Former lawyer at utility to join Syracuse law firm
A former top lawyer for National Grid's business in Upstate has left the utility to join the Syracuse law firm of Hiscock & Barclay LLP. (Thu, 27 Sep 2007 09:18:04 GMT)
Attorney pleads in money case
Cincinnati attorney Clyde Bennett pleaded guilty Wednesday to a federal charge of making illegal financial transactions. (Thu, 27 Sep 2007 09:36:41 GMT)
Motata's attorney wants tape disallowed
Judge Nkola Motata's attorney has objected to the use of audio recordings and images of the judge's car accident as evidence in his drunk driving case. (Thu, 27 Sep 2007 10:43:41 GMT)
Attorney weighs in on fatal shooting
PORTLAND, Maine — The attorney for the family of a teenager fatally shot by police last weekend said officer inexperience could have played a major role in the shooting. (Thu, 27 Sep 2007 11:25:00 GMT)
Phillips leaves state’s attorney’s race
TAYLORVILLE — Teresa Phillips has withdrawn from the race for Christian County state’s attorney, she said in a statement Wednesday. Phillips said she has accepted a position as a mediator with the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service. (Thu, 27 Sep 2007 11:35:42 GMT)
Lawyer: Police inexperience may have led to fatal shooting of Waldoboro teen
PORTLAND (AP) - The lawyer for the family of a teenager fatally shot by police last weekend said officer inexperience could have played a major role in the shooting. (Thu, 27 Sep 2007 12:32:28 GMT)
Floria Lasky, Lawyer Who Represented Broadway Greats, Dies at 84
Floria Lasky, a lawyer who wielded great power in the theatre world through her representation of such talents as Elia Kazan, Tennessee Williams and Jerome Robbins, died Sept. 21 in Manhattan. She was 84. (Thu, 27 Sep 2007 15:02:41 GMT)
Lawyer pleads guilty in church-porn case
A lawyer admitted Thursday that he destroyed a computer containing child pornography that was evidence in an investigation at a prominent church. (Thu, 27 Sep 2007 16:07:16 GMT)
Lawyer pleads guilty in church-porn case
A lawyer admitted Thursday that he destroyed a computer containing child pornography that was evidence in an investigation at a prominent church. The lawyer, Philip Russell, pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court to one count of misprision of a felony, which means he had knowledge of a felony but didn't report it. He faces up to 14 months in prison when he is sentenced in December. Russell, a ... (Thu, 27 Sep 2007 16:12:50 GMT)
Conn. Attorney Admits Destroying Child Porn Evidence
A prominent attorney admits he destroyed evidence in a child pornography investigation at a Greenwich, Conn. church. (Thu, 27 Sep 2007 16:21:23 GMT)
Lawyer: DMX has history of animal cruelty
Rapper DMX has a history of mistreating animals, a lawyer who prosecuted him in a previous cruelty case told the Arizona Republic. (Thu, 27 Sep 2007 16:26:41 GMT)
Lawyer Pleads Guilty in Church-Porn Case
A lawyer admitted Thursday that he destroyed a computer containing child pornography that was evidence in an investigation at a prominent church. The lawyer, Philip Russell, pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court to one count of misprision of a felony,... (Thu, 27 Sep 2007 16:55:31 GMT)
Fake attorney to do real time: DA Brown
A 41-year-old Astoria businessman has been sentenced to up to 50 years in state prison after he was recently convicted of stealing $6 million from eight people by falsely purporting to be an attorney and a registered investment advisor, the Queens district attorney said. (Thu, 27 Sep 2007 17:18:38 GMT)
Lawyer: Knicks Exec Fired Over Team Politics
An ex-New York Knicks executive was fired over office politics, not because she dared to accuse famed head coach Isiah Thomas of abusing her with crude language, a defense lawyer said Thursday in closing arguments at a sexual harassment trial. (Thu, 27 Sep 2007 17:38:00 GMT)
Harassment Never Happened, Lawyer for N.Y. Knicks Coach Says
Sept. 27 (Bloomberg) -- The former executive who accused New York Knicks Head Coach Isiah Thomas of sexual harassment and verbal abuse made up the allegations and never documented them, a lawyer told jurors in Manhattan federal court. (Thu, 27 Sep 2007 17:41:52 GMT)
Lawyer to ask for delay in Christian Nielsen's trial
A defense lawyer asked Thursday to delay Christian Nielsen's murder trial next month because his dramatic weight loss is causing his health to deterioriate. But the prosecutor is opposed to delays. (Thu, 27 Sep 2007 18:02:04 GMT)
Lawyer: It isn't about sexual harassment
An ex-New York Knicks executive was fired over her own failings and office politics, not because she dared to accuse head coach Isiah Thomas of abusing her with crude language, a defense lawyer said Thursday in closing arguments at a sexual harassment trial. (Thu, 27 Sep 2007 18:40:00 GMT)
Policy goes to state's attorney
WOODSTOCK – A controversial policy that would regulate when and how County Board members buy and sell property is on its way to the McHenry County state’s attorney’s office. (Thu, 27 Sep 2007 18:55:00 GMT)
Attorney: Settlement Reached In Falk Explosion
MILWAUKEE -- The attorney for 15 workers hurt in an explosion at Falk Corp. last year, including the families of three who were killed, said that they've settled a lawsuit against a mechanical contractor that installed propane pipe at the plant. (Thu, 27 Sep 2007 18:59:49 GMT)
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