Attorney News Dec 2007
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Church Attorney Admits Priest Molested Boys
An attorney for the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Indianapolis acknowledges in court that one of its priests "was a child molester and serial predator" of young boys. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 02:54:44 GMT)
Attorney admits in court that former Perry County priest was molester
An attorney for the Catholic Archdiocese of Indianapolis acknowledges one of its former priests "was a child molester and... (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 02:59:40 GMT)
Lawyer in Pornography Case Is Spared Jail
A lawyer who helped hide the fact that a musical director of a church in Greenwich had child pornography on his computer was sentenced to home confinement for six months. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 04:22:26 GMT)
Roldan lawyer: Don't be hasty on passing judgment
A lawyer of former actor and Quezon City 3rd district Rep. Dennis Roldan on Tuesday called on Roland's critics to avoid passing judgment because his client has yet to be convicted of a crime. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 04:40:24 GMT)
Attorney drops contempt motion against county
The attorney representing a McKeesport woman who was held captive for 10 years has withdrawn his motion to hold Allegheny County in contempt of court. ... (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 05:29:02 GMT)
Singer quits as attorney general
D.C. Attorney General Linda Singer resigned yesterday, as lawyers in her office prepare to defend the city's 30-year-old ban on handguns before the Supreme Court. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 05:31:08 GMT)
Attorney General to announce $1.2 million in lead cleanup grants
Attorney General Patrick Lynch is expected to announce $1.2 million in grants to combat lead paint poisoning. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 07:56:23 GMT)
Personal Finance Notebook: Attorney fee for estate is splitting heirs
Q: I recently inherited some money from an uncle who passed away. I am to split the money 50/50 with the executor he named, who is also a beneficiary. Without my knowledge or explicit consent, the executor decided to hire an attorney to sort out the estate's legal complexities. The executor expects the two of us to split the legal costs 50/50 as a percentage of our share of the estate. Can he ... (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 08:08:13 GMT)
High court suspends lawyer
As a lawyer representing victims of alleged police brutality in eastern Ohio and a Cleveland-area blogger who accused powerful politicians of corruption, Richard A. Olivito knows something about unpopular causes. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 08:13:18 GMT)
Lawyer says weapon can clear his death-row client
Attorney says he dug up gun where hit man says he left it, but witnesses can't verify his find. Defense lawyer Scott Kauffman had just about given up. He and a team of geophysics experts had been scouring a field in Modesto for a day and ahalf last week in search of a weapon used 18 years ago to murder a man. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 08:26:12 GMT)
Tacoma attorney heads to Iraq
An assistant U.S. attorney in Tacoma whose day job is defending federal hospitals from medical malpractice claims will soon find himself in a very different role: heading the Justice Department’s operations in Iraq. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 09:24:54 GMT)
JUDGE MULLS BUMPING LAWYER OFF KERIK CASE
A federal judge yesterday seemed to side with prosecutors seeking to subpoena the lawyer for disgraced ex-Police Commissioner Bernard Kerik. Judge Stephen Robinson delayed making a final decision at yesterday's hearing in federal court in White... (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 09:54:08 GMT)
Australia's terrorism laws has "gone too far": Haneef's lawyer
Melbourne, Dec 1 (PTI) Peter Russo, the lawyer for Indian doctor Mohamed Haneef, has said Australia's terrorism laws has "gone too far" and hoped that Prime Minister-elect Kevin Rudd will go (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 10:59:35 GMT)
Church attorney: Priest a predator
An attorney for the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Indianapolis acknowledged in court yesterday that one of its priests "was a child molester and serial predator" of young boys. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 11:06:49 GMT)
Civil engineer attacked lawyer wife with chainsaw in their living room
A husband is facing jail after attacking his lawyer wife with a chainsaw which partially severed her ear. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 11:57:47 GMT)
A first appearance for a city lawyer - as the defendant
A Center City lawyer in the middle of an alleged large-scale insurance fraud made his first court appearance in the case yesterday - as a defendant. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 12:40:29 GMT)
Attorney finds possible murder weapon in death penalty case
An attorney representing a man who sits on death row has asked the California Supreme Court to grant a new trial after a possible murder weapon was found in a field here. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 13:02:55 GMT)
Man pleads guilty again for posing as lawyer
PITTSBURGH - A 58-year-old Westmoreland County man has been sentenced to six months of house arrest and 10 years' probation for posing as a lawyer and telling clients he had argued on many cases. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 13:03:54 GMT)
Attorney finds possible murder weapon in death penalty case
MODESTO, Calif. An attorney representing a man who sits on death row has asked the California Supreme Court to grant a new trial after a possible murder weapon was found in a field here. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 13:05:23 GMT)
Attorney General: Use Web site to gain new insight on Albany
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- Aiming to get the public engaged in state government, the office of Attorney General Andrew Cuomo suggested yesterday that Staten Islanders tap into a new Web site specially designed to shine a light on the people's business in Albany. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 13:23:26 GMT)
Man pleads guilty again for posing as lawyer
A 58-year-old Westmoreland County man has been sentenced to six months of house arrest and 10 years' probation for posing as a lawyer and telling clients he had argued on... (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 13:34:21 GMT)
Civil Charges Brought Against Lawyer
A Chicago lawyer was accused Tuesday of violating federal securities laws by misleading investors who lost more than $1 billion in the financial downfall of the commodities brokerage powerhouse Refco Inc. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 17:32:43 GMT)
Attorney General Seeking Gang Committee Formation
Attorney General Henry McMaster wants a new committee to find out what can be done about the state's gang problem. McMaster says authorities have fought gang violence in South Carolina for years. But know little about them. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 17:53:55 GMT)
Chicago lawyer faces civil charges in Refco fraud
NEW YORK — A Chicago lawyer was accused today of violating federal securities laws by misleading investors who lost more than $1 billion in the financial downfall of the commodities brokerage powerhouse Refco Inc. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 17:57:31 GMT)
DUI trial for Jackson attorney delayed
The non-jury DUI trial of Jackson attorney Judy Barnett has been delayed until January because the state Supreme Court had to appoint a special attorney to hear her case. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 18:16:29 GMT)
White House picks Utah attorney for federal board
A Utah attorney has been appointed to serve on a federal access board, the White House recently announced. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 18:29:02 GMT)
Disbarred Clearwater Lawyer Admits To Real Estate Scam
TAMPA A - disbarred Clearwater lawyer pleaded guilty this morning to conspiracy and wire fraud, admitting he stole millions in a real estate scheme. Graham Kligerman, 33, was disbarred two years ago. When his law practice was failing, according to court documents and a federal prosecutor, he diverted money from the real estate scheme to himself and his law practice clients. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 19:50:33 GMT)
Texas attorney general reaches agreement with Santa Web site 1:55 PM CT
The Texas attorney general’s office on Tuesday reached an agreement with Santa.com to ensure the Web site complies with state and federal law that protects children’s safety. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 20:12:38 GMT)
Tacoma assistant U.S. attorney to head DOJ operations in Iraq
An assistant U.S. attorney whose day job is defending federal hospitals from medical malpractice claims will soon find himself in a very different role: heading the Justice Department's operations in Iraq. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 20:12:43 GMT)
Lawyer Charged in Refco Case
A Chicago lawyer lied about the finances of Refco Inc., misleading investors who lost more than $1 billion in the financial downfall of the commodities brokerage powerhouse, a prosecutor said Tuesday. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 20:39:24 GMT)
Lawyer Ordered To Pay For Inappropriate Comment
A Winnipeg lawyer is being ordered to pay ten thousand dollars for calling a judge a bigot. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 21:08:26 GMT)
Drew Peterson's Lawyer Explains $200,000 Transfer
CHICAGO (AP) _ Drew Peterson's lawyer acknowledges that in the days after the former police officer's wife disappeared he transferred $200,000 from a joint account the two had into one controlled by one of his sons. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 21:10:35 GMT)
Mayor appoints Appicello as city attorney
Mayor John Morrison told the Tidings this morning, 'I am appointing Richard Appicello as city attorney. It is contingent upon council approval, and hopefully we can get their approval at tonight's meeting.' (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 21:17:57 GMT)
Former U.S. Justice Attorney Sentenced to 5 Years in Prison for Bank Robberies
A former attorney for the U.S. Department of Justice was sentenced today to 65 months in prison for robbing several banks. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 21:27:05 GMT)
Jordin's lawyer says trial court erred
In oral arguments Tuesday, a lawyer for convicted rapist Arlin Jordin told a Spokane appeals court that the Spokane landlord should get a new trial because of trial court errors - an argument opposed by the Spokane County Prosecutor’s office. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 21:28:18 GMT)
Lawyer Charged in NY in Refco Case
A lawyer lied about the finances of Refco Inc., misleading investors who lost more than $1 billion in the financial downfall of the commodities brokerage powerhouse, a prosecutor said Tuesday. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 23:19:00 GMT)
New U.S. Attorney for Ariz. Sworn In
PHOENIX - Arizona's new U.S. attorney has been sworn in. Diane J. Humetewa, who was nominated by President Bush last month, is the first Native American woman to serve in the role. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 23:59:09 GMT)
Lawyer and parents of 'American Taliban' soldier Lindh again asks Bush to grant freedom
The lawyer and parents of American-born Taliban soldier John Walker Lindh renewed their call to President Bush on Tuesday to commute his 20-year sentence and set him free. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 00:16:12 GMT)
Caldwell's Son to Stay at Attorney General's Office
Attorney General-elect Buddy Caldwell says that his son, who is already an assistant attorney general, will retain his job when Caldwell takes over next month. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 01:27:14 GMT)
Private eye drops lawsuit against Joe Pesci: lawyer
LOS ANGELES - A private investigator has dropped a lawsuit claiming Joe Pesci owed him $103,000 for services performed after the "Goodfellas" star's ex-wife was accused of hiring a hit man, Pesci's lawyer said Tuesday. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 01:50:47 GMT)
Attorney: Pesci fraud lawsuit dropped
A private investigator has dropped a lawsuit claiming Joe Pesci owed him $103,000 for services performed after the "Goodfellas" star's ex-wife was accused of hiring a hit man, Pesci's lawyer said Tuesday. John Perry dropped the fraud and breach-of-contract lawsuit on Monday, a day before a scheduled court hearing on defense motions to dismiss the case, Pesci attorney Caryn Brottman Sanders ... (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 02:00:26 GMT)
State Attorney General Reviewing Hispanic Identification Cards
LITTLE ROCK - Attorney General Dustin McDaniel said Tuesday his office is looking into a Malvern-based nonprofit group's distribution of identification cards to Hispanic immigrants doing work in the state. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 02:41:05 GMT)
Hindraf lawyer's habeas corpus application struck out
KUALA LUMPUR : The Ipoh High court has summarily struck out the application for writ of habeas corpus filed for the release of Hindraf lawyer M. Manoharan who is detained under the Internal Security act (ISA). (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 02:50:17 GMT)
Lawyer faces charges in Refco case
NEW YORK — A Chicago lawyer lied about the finances of Refco Inc., misleading investors who lost more than $1 billion in the financial downfall of the commodities brokerage (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 03:49:12 GMT)
Attorney: Whitegull set to accept deal
Jackson County Chronicle Ian Whitegull may be accepting a plea deal from Jackson County District Attorney Gerald Fox at his next court appearance Jan. 28 at 10 a.m. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 04:05:11 GMT)
Attorney general reprimands friend about e-mail
Attorney General Marc Dann disciplined his close friend, Communications Director Leo Jennings III, after Jennings sent a profane, abusive e-mail to a co-worker this fall. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 04:56:29 GMT)
Attorney general getting the Blues (Metro Times Detroit)
Michigan Attorney General Mike Cox is an ambitious guy, no doubt about it, who loves to get press attention for whatever his current crusade might be.He's also a conservative Republican (is there any other kind?) who would probably love to be the next governor. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 05:05:11 GMT)
Lafave's Attorney Wants Hearing
Reporters and television cameras packed the courthouse Tuesday as Debra Lafave walked through the building, her attorney and parents at her side. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 05:05:32 GMT)
Tacoma assistant U.S. attorney to head DOJ operations in Iraq
TACOMA -- An assistant U.S. attorney whose day job is defending federal hospitals from medical malpractice claims will soon find himself in a very different role: heading the Justice Department's operations in Iraq. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 05:21:03 GMT)
Former Lawyer Cuts Plea Deal In Real Estate Scam
A disbarred Clearwater lawyer pleaded guilty on Tuesday to conspiracy and wire fraud, admitting he stole millions in a real estate scheme. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 05:23:28 GMT)
Attorney general against retrial
Madison - Attorney General J.B. Van Hollen said that he hopes a plea deal can be negotiated that will avoid the retrial of... (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 05:59:00 GMT)
A first appearance for a city lawyer - as the defendant
A Center City lawyer in the middle of an alleged large-scale insurance fraud made his first court appearance in the case yesterday - as a defendant. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 06:32:58 GMT)
Lawyer accuses Kansas refinery of not keeping promises
A BP refinery polluted Neodesha, Kan., and the company broke promises to clean it up, a lawyer for the city and its residents told jurors Tuesday at the close of a trial. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 06:40:52 GMT)
Lawyer appointed as PUC commissioner
Gov. Bill Ritter on Thursday appointed lawyer Jim Tarpey to the Colorado Public Utilities Commission to fill the term of retiring commissioner Carl Miller. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 07:08:48 GMT)
Palm Coast's attorney resigns prior to evaluation
PALM COAST -- City Council members would have evaluated City Attorney Lonnie Groot's performance at a recent workshop. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 07:18:14 GMT)
Lawyer says tossed snowball was "playful action"
The lawyer for an Australian man on trial for hitting a co-worker with a snowball said Thursday that it was just "playful action in the snow," not an assault. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 07:53:22 GMT)
Attorney picked to fill Cooper's Senate seat
McMINNVILLE, Tenn. — The Warren County Commission has appointed attorney Steve Roller to replace state Sen. Jerry Cooper, who announced his resignation earlier this month. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 08:03:59 GMT)
Attorney general reprimands friend about e-mail
Attorney General Marc Dann disciplined his close friend, Communications Director Leo Jennings III, after Jennings sent a profane, abusive e-mail to a co-worker this fall. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 08:11:19 GMT)
Oakland city attorney gives himself a $28,000 raise
Oakland City Attorney John Russo boosted his $207,000 salary by $28,000 this year by giving himself management leave and vacation pay typically reserved for non-elected department heads and managers, city records show. Elected officials such as Russo are... (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 08:27:53 GMT)
State Attorney General Reviewing Hispanic Identification Cards
LITTLE ROCK - Attorney General Dustin McDaniel said Tuesday his office is looking into a Malvern-based nonprofit group's distribution of identification cards to Hispanic immigrants doing work in the state. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 08:40:25 GMT)
State's attorney applications being taken
The Howard County Circuit Court will accept applications for the state's attorney position until Jan. 14. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 08:44:09 GMT)
Ohio lawyer gets care after kidnap hoax
A lawyer and former city councilwoman was getting treatment after admitting she fabricated her tale of being kidnapped at gunpoint last week, her husband said Tuesday. Police said she probably will be charged with filing a false report. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 09:24:26 GMT)
Prosecutor named Onondaga County attorney
A veteran criminal prosecutor has been tapped by Onondaga County Executive-elect Joanie Mahoney to head the county's law department. Mahoney on Tuesday named Gordon Cuffy to succeed Anthony Rivizzigno as county attorney. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 10:38:02 GMT)
Iran Set To Free Three Jailed Students - Lawyer - AFP
TEHRAN (AFP)--Iran is set to free three jailed students whose detention led to a string of campus protests over the last months, after a court quashed their most serious charges, their lawyer said Wednesday. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 10:57:23 GMT)
Iran set to free three jailed students: lawyer
Iran is set to release three jailed students whose detention led to a string of campus protests in recent months, after a court quashed their most serious charges, their lawyer said on Wednesday. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 11:31:03 GMT)
Attorney general says grant will target meth problems
BATAVIA, Ohio (AP) - Federal funds will be used to help eliminate the manufacture, sale and use of the devastating drug methamphetamine in four communities as part of a program the state attorney general hopes to see spread across Ohio. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 11:39:59 GMT)
Hindraf lawyer files new habeas corpus application
KUALA LUMPUR : Lawyer M. Manoharan filed afresh a habeas corpus application at the High Court here for his release from detention under Internal Security Act (ISA). (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 12:05:17 GMT)
Reward offer ends today in killing of lawyer
The $50,000 reward in last December's unsolved murder of a Clayton lawyer is set to expire today. The reward was posted anonymously in the case of Ernest Brasier. It ends today -- the first anniversary of the killing. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 12:39:19 GMT)
County Attorney Has Sanctions Website
The Maricopa County Attorney's employer sanctions website is now available online. The purpose of the website is to provide information on the law, including resources to businesses that will assist them in compliance. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 13:29:09 GMT)
Former U.S. Attorney Fires Back
Justice Department communications director Brian Roehrkasse is one of the few senior officials in that agency to survive the prosecutor-firings scandal that consumed his last boss, former attorney general Alberto R. Gonzales. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 15:19:44 GMT)
Lathrop & Gage lawyer joins appeals court
After twice being passed over for judicial appointments, Lathrop & Gage LC lawyer Alok Ahuja will fill a vacancy on the bench of the Missouri Court of Appeals, Western District. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 16:17:27 GMT)
Lawyer for Refco Indicted in Fraud Case
NEW YORK, Dec. 18 -- A Chicago lawyer was accused Tuesday of violating federal securities laws by misleading investors who lost more than $1 billion in the financial downfall of the commodities brokerage powerhouse Refco. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 16:17:54 GMT)
Iran set to free three jailed students: lawyer
Iranian students chant slogans and hold up pictures of fellow students detained by the authorities during a demonstration at Tehran University, December 9. Iran is set to release three jailed students whose detention led to a string of campus protests in recent months, after a court quashed their most serious charges, their lawyer have said. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 16:34:50 GMT)
Study group votes for no term limits on district attorney
A study group looking at changes to the county government decided Tuesday against imposing term limits on the district attorney as they finalized their description of a new county executive. The 11-member government study commission, meeting Tuesday afternoon at the county courthouse, unanimous... (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 17:09:42 GMT)
Lawyer Milloy
S, 1996-2002 In his seven seasons with the Patriots, Lawyer Milloy was considered among the toughest, hardest-hitting safeties in the league. A four-time Pro Bowler... (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 17:15:22 GMT)
Attorney: Man whose death sentence was overturned will take plea deal, return to Scotland
OTTAWA, Ohio — Former death row inmate Kenneth Richey is scheduled to plead no contest Thursday to reduced charges for causing the death of a 2-year-old Columbus Grove girl back in 1986, his attorney said. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 17:32:40 GMT)
18 by election, vote in primary, Md. attorney general says
17-year-olds should be able to vote if 18 by general election, letter states The Maryland attorney general's office is recommending that 17-year-olds be allowed to vote in primary elections as long as they will be 18 by the general election, a move that could reverse a recent policy change adopted by the Maryland State Board of Elections. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 17:40:48 GMT)
Attorney General Disciplines Aide, Close Friend For Profanity
Attorney General Marc Dann's right-hand man and communications director has joined the list of high-level aides who have been disciplined, fired or asked to resign by the office. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 18:37:26 GMT)
Be wary about business e-mails, lawyer advises
What you say in e-mail can be used for or against your small business, a Scottsdale lawyer advises. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 18:56:29 GMT)
Bjorkman wants to be his own lawyer
An Ashland man accused of shooting a volunteer firefighter wants to represent himself in court, according to his attorney. Omaha lawyer James Martin Davis has filed a motion to withdraw as counsel for Stanley Bjorkman. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 20:07:49 GMT)
Attorney sentenced for tax evasion
Federal prosecutors say a Stamford attorney has been sentenced to 16 months in prison for tax evasion. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 20:43:08 GMT)
Attorney: Man whose death sentence was overturned will take plea deal, return to Scotland
TOLEDO, Ohio (AP) -- A man who spent 20 years on Ohio's death row before his sentence was overturned has agreed to a plea deal that will give him his freedom, his attorney said Wednesday. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 21:01:15 GMT)
Former Assistant U.S. Attorney to run for Cuyahoga County Prosecutor
CLEVELAND -- Former Assistant United States Attorney, Annette Garner Butler said Wednesday that she will run for Cuyahoga County Prosecutor for the term beginning Jan. 7, 2009. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 21:12:22 GMT)
Attorney sentenced for tax evasion
A Stamford attorney was sentenced Wednesday to 16 months in prison for tax evasion. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 21:12:42 GMT)
Parker has never met French model who claims affair, lawyer says
NEW YORK -- Tony Parker has never met the French model who claims they had an affair, his lawyer says. "Tony adamantly and unconditionally denies ever having laid eyes on this... (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 23:31:50 GMT)
Attorney sentenced for tax evasion
A Stamford attorney was sentenced Wednesday to 16 months in prison for tax evasion. Joseph Richichi, 61, of Stamford, was sentenced in federal court in Bridgeport. He was also ordered to pay a $15,000 fine. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 23:35:36 GMT)
Phoenix attorney to head economic group
A Phoenix attorney and ally of Gov. Janet Napolitano has been appointed as interim head of a new statewide economic development effort. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 23:50:55 GMT)
Spector Sues Lawyer Pal For 1 Million
Music mogul PHIL SPECTOR is suing revered celebrity lawyer ROBERT SHAPIRO for the return of $1 million (GBP500,000). Spector signed over the cash to (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 02:48:16 GMT)
Court rejects habeas corpus application of Hindraf lawyer
Kuala Lumpur, Dec 19 : The habeas corpus application filed for the release of Hindu Rights Action Force (Hindraf) lawyer M. Manoharan, who was detained under the Internal Security Act (ISA), has been struck out by the Ipoh High Court. (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 02:58:28 GMT)
Spector sues lawyer pal for $1 million
Music mogul Phil Spector is suing revered celebrity lawyer Robert Shapiro for the return of $1 million. (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 03:09:09 GMT)
Lawyer questions Baldago's decision on case v. suspected rapist
COUNSEL of suspected rapist William Lim, lawyer Joseph Vincent Go, questioned before the Regional Trial Court the legitimacy of Prosecutor Efrain Baldago's approval of an information against his client and asked that it be quashed. (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 03:39:12 GMT)
Suspect in EMU Student's Rape-Slaying Seeks New Lawyer
A man accused of raping and strangling a fellow Eastern Michigan University student is asking a judge for a new public defender after his first lawyer quit. (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 03:43:53 GMT)
State Attorney Drops Battery Charge Against UF's Cunningham
GAINESVILLE, Fla. -- The State Attorney's Office dropped a misdemeanor battery charge against Florida defensive end Jermaine Cunningham on Wednesday, two weeks after he was arrested for allegedly hitting a restaurant worker with a sandwich and cups. (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 03:54:02 GMT)
ESRB Announces New Texas Attorney General PSA
The Entertainment Software Ratings Board has announced a new public awareness campaign to highlight its game ratings system in conjunction with Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott. The new campaign encourages parents to ensure video games are appropriate for children by checking game ratings before making a purchase. The ESRB has recently announced state-wide awareness campaigns in the states ... (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 04:40:55 GMT)
Phil Spector seeks $1M from attorney Robert Shapiro, claiming inadequacies in murder case
Nearly five years after his arrest in the shooting death of actress Lana Clarkson, music producer Phil Spector is still trying to get a refund of a $1 million fee he paid to his first attorney, according to a lawsuit filed Wednesday. (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 04:48:16 GMT)
County attorney decides to bow out
The position of county attorney holds a great deal of responsibility and demands dedication to represent the state in criminal cases and provide legal counsel to the county, and for more than 40 years a Davis has held the title of Nacogdoches county attorney. (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 04:55:08 GMT)
Milwaukee attorney race may redefine job
As the Milwaukee city attorney's race heats up, it may seem as if incumbent Grant Langley and challenger Pedro Colón... (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 05:06:22 GMT)
Canadian Lawyer Guilty of Unprofessional Conduct for Calling Judge a Bigot
A Winnipeg lawyer has been found guilty of professional misconduct for calling a judge a bigot in a letter sent to several colleagues. The Manitoba Court of Appeal upheld the ruling in a decision released Tuesday. Robert Ian Histed claimed he did nothing wrong and was simply exercising his freedom of expression under the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. He also accused the Law Society of Manitoba ... (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 05:13:35 GMT)
Attorney Whose Blog Post Blasted Controversial Judge Fights Bar Investigation
Do lawyers check their free speech rights at the courthouse? That's what some wonder now that a defense attorney faces charges for blog comments he made about a Florida judge. Constitutional experts say attorneys give up the full force of the First Amendment when they join the Bar, but some lawyers say they have every right to speak their minds. The debate resurfaced after the State Bar found ... (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 05:15:06 GMT)
Attorney General To Ask High Court To Rule In Favor Of Gun Owner's Rights
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - Attorney General Robert McDonnell plans to ask the U.S. Supreme Court to rule that individuals have a constitutional right to own firearms. (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 05:20:10 GMT)
CIA agrees to release papers about tapes, let lawyer testify
WASHINGTON -- The CIA has agreed to make documents related to the destruction of interrogation videotapes available to the House Intelligence Committee and to allow the agency's top lawyer, John A. Rizzo, to testify about the matter, congressional and intelligence officials said Wednesday. (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 06:21:44 GMT)
Pakistan temporarily releases opposition lawyer
Pakistani authorities on Thursday temporarily released from detention a prominent opposition lawyer, who this year spearheaded a campaign against President Pervez Musharraf, the lawyer's son said. (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 06:32:49 GMT)
Pakistan opposition lawyer freed for holiday
A Pakistani lawyer who spearheaded opposition to President Pervez Musharraf was temporarily released from detention for a Muslim holiday on Thursday and vowed to press ahead with his campaign. (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 07:58:38 GMT)
Attorney Whose Blog Post Blasted Controversial Judge Fights Bar Investigation
Do lawyers check their free speech rights at the courthouse? That's what some wonder now that a defense attorney faces charges for blog comments he made about a Florida judge. Constitutional experts say attorneys give up the full force of the First Amendment when they join the Bar, but some lawyers say they have every right to speak their minds. (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 08:03:35 GMT)
Pakistan lawyer says given holiday detention leave
A firebrand Pakistan lawyer who has helped galvanise opposition to President Pervez Musharraf said he had been given three-day leave from detention for the Muslim Eid al-Adha holiday. (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 08:19:24 GMT)
Attorney-artist's stained glass is stolen
SACRAMENTO – Attorney Mark Merin was so captivated by a Henri Matisse painting he saw in Russia's Hermitage museum 20 years ago that he spent 18 months making a stained glass reproduction. (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 08:44:43 GMT)
Wanted: State's Attorney
Howard County has posted an opening for one of its higher-profile jobs: state's attorney. (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 09:30:20 GMT)
Mendelson Moves to Redefine Attorney General's Role
The day after D.C. Attorney General Linda Singer announced her resignation, District Council member Phil Mendelson (D-At Large) introduced a bill to his colleagues to put some teeth into the job and toughen qualifications for applicants. (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 09:42:36 GMT)
County announces interim attorney
VERONA — A former Rockingham County Attorney will serve as an interim attorney for Augusta County. (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 09:58:27 GMT)
VIRGINIA: Attorney General seeks court's support on gun rights
RICHMOND -- Attorney General Robert McDonnell plans to ask the U.S. Supreme Court to rule that individuals have a constitutional right to own firearms. (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 10:56:59 GMT)
Pakistan lawyer freed for holiday
A Pakistani lawyer who spearheaded opposition to President Pervez Musharraf was temporarily released from detention for a Muslim holiday and vowed to press ahead with his campaign. (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 11:10:35 GMT)
Attorney: I found gun
An attorney representing a Modesto man who sits on death row has asked the California Supreme Court to grant a new trial after finding what could be the murder weapon in a field. (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 11:42:39 GMT)
Philly lawyer faces sentence for sex assaults
A sentencing hearing is scheduled today for Philadelphia lawyer Larry Charles, who in September pleaded no contest to charges that he raped or sexually assaulted six young girls over a seven-year period. (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 12:08:39 GMT)
Lawyer planning to run for circuit judge
WINFIELD - A Putnam County lawyer says he's planning to run for circuit judge. Democrat Phillip Stowers said Wednesday he has filed pre-candidacy paperwork with the county clerk. Pre-candidacy paperwork allows someone to raise money for his or her campaign. (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 12:15:24 GMT)
Educated Media CEO's lawyer lodges two complaints
MOSCOW. Dec 20 (Interfax) - The lawyer of Manana Aslamazyan, the head of the Educated Media nonprofit organization (a successor to Internews), has filed complaints with a court against decisions to suspend the criminal trial and to put her on the wanted list. (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 12:38:29 GMT)
Former Abbeville city attorney pleads guilty in fraud
Associated Press - December 20, 2007 7:54 AM ET LAFAYETTE, La. (AP) - A former Abbeville city attorney has pleaded guilty to federal charges related to more than $500,000 in bad checks drawn on... (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 13:00:49 GMT)
City Lawyer Accused Of Sexual Assaults To Be Sentenced
Thursday marks sentencing day for a Philadelphia lawyer accused of assaulting six girls. (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 13:50:24 GMT)
Grunenbaum chosen schools' labor lawyer
HAVERHILL - First, the two-person subcommittee appointed to interview two finalists to be the School Committee's new labor lawyer split on its choice. (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 14:48:46 GMT)
Bush appoints blind Utah attorney to federal disabilities panel
Posted: 8:10 AM- BOUNTIFUL - A blind bountiful attorney has been appointed by President Bush to serve on the United States Access Board. (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 15:22:37 GMT)
Personnel Cabinet lawyer says raises were mistakenly processed
The top lawyer for the state's Personnel Cabinet said two raises for a staffer of former State Treasurer Jonathan Miller were wrongly processed, but the mistakes are easily fixable. Personnel Cabinet general counsel Dan Egbers said Wednesday that the pay raises weren't properly documented, but said they can be resubmitted to the cabinet as a bonus known to state employees as an Award for ... (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 15:36:04 GMT)
Lawyer questions Baldago's decision on case v. suspected rapist
COUNSEL of suspected rapist William Lim, lawyer Joseph Vincent Go, questioned before the Regional Trial Court the legitimacy of Prosecutor Efrain Baldago's approval of an information against his client and asked that it be quashed. (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 16:37:25 GMT)
Spector sues his ex-attorney for $1-million refund
Music producer Phil Spector, who has cycled through defense attorneys since he was accused of murdering actress Lana Clarkson in his Alhambra mansion in 2003, is trying for the second time to get a refund of the $1 million he paid his first attorney. (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 17:23:13 GMT)
Davis County Attorney's Office wants murder charge dismissed in cold case
The Davis County Attorney's Office plans to ask a judge to dismiss a murder charge lodged against Edward Lewis Owens, who had been accused of murdering Woods Cross resident Karin Strom in 1980. (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 17:52:13 GMT)
Suspect in EMU student's rape-slaying seeks new lawyer
YPSILANTI, Mich. (AP) — A man accused of raping and strangling a fellow Eastern Michigan University student is asking a judge for a new public defender after his first lawyer quit. (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 18:19:53 GMT)
U.S. Attorney's Office Gets Fired DUI Deputy Case
The U.S. Attorney's Office will lead the investigation into allegations against former Hillsborough County Deputy Daniel Brock, the state attorney's office announced today. (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 19:05:22 GMT)
New attorney at Friends of the San Juans
Kyle Loring, an environmental, land use and natural resources attorney, is the new staff attorney at Friends of the San Juans. Loring succeeds Amy Trainer, who resigned to move to Alaska. (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 19:41:59 GMT)
Attorney For Boy Starved By Father Files $22 Million Claim
OLYMPIA, Wash. -- An attorney for a 5-year-old boy starved by his father has filed a $22 million tort claim against the state. It's the first step toward a civil lawsuit against the Department of Social and Health Services. (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 20:05:34 GMT)
Link's petition contains 'obvious irregularities,' state's attorney says
State Sen. Terry Link's candidate petition contains "obvious irregularities" and is the focus of a criminal investigation, the Lake County state's attorney said today. (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 20:05:42 GMT)
Lawyer: Woman had consensual sex with 5 troopers
A lawyer representing one of the troopers suspended after a 25-year-old woman alleged she was sexually assaulted last week by members of the state police said any contact with the woman was consensual. (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 20:32:52 GMT)
Judge dismisses high-profile LA lawyer's suit against state bar
A federal judge on Thursday dismissed a prominent civil-rights lawyer's suit against the State Bar of California over the interim suspension of his law license. (Fri, 21 Dec 2007 02:01:12 GMT)
Russoniello confirmed as U.S. attorney in S.F.
(12-20) 18:03 PST SAN FRANCISCO - Joseph Russoniello, who served as U.S. attorney in San Francisco from 1982 to 1990, will return to the job in January after breezing through the Senate confirmation process. With no opposition, senators confirmed President... (Fri, 21 Dec 2007 02:26:11 GMT)
In Witness Killing, Prosecutors Point to a Gang and a Lawyer
Officials in New Jersey who are struggling to combat witness intimidation have long been concerned about cases involving one lawyer’s clients, many of them gang members. (Fri, 21 Dec 2007 02:55:39 GMT)
I'm still Solomons attorney, Moti says
Alleged child sex offender Julian Moti says he's still the Solomon Islands Attorney-General despite the new PM's pledge send him to Canberra to face charges. (Fri, 21 Dec 2007 03:08:11 GMT)
Clemens' lawyer issues new statement
Clemens' lawyer issues new statement (Fri, 21 Dec 2007 03:11:58 GMT)
Westchester Lawyer Charged in Wife’s 2006 Shooting Death
A disbarred lawyer and a neighbor of former President Bill Clinton’s and Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton’s in Chappaqua, N.Y., had told the police a story they said was “unusual.” (Fri, 21 Dec 2007 03:40:59 GMT)
Quintana, Attorney Fail To Appear For Ethics Commission
The city's Ethics Review Commission was supposed to discuss a complaint filed against city Rep. Rachel Quintana Thursday, but she and her attorney were a no-show. Peter Daut Reports: Quintana Puts Her Case Before Ethics Commission El Paso Ethics Complaint Form (Fri, 21 Dec 2007 04:19:42 GMT)
Senate Confirms Joe Russoniello As U.S. Attorney
SAN FRANCISCO -- Veteran San Francisco lawyer Joseph Russoniello has been confirmed by the U.S. Senate as the new U.S. attorney for Northern California and will take office in early January. (Fri, 21 Dec 2007 04:19:54 GMT)
Taylor suspect's lawyer: gun used in slaying thrown in Everglades
MIAMI - The gun that killed Washington Redskins star Sean Taylor was placed in a sock and thrown into the Everglades, a lawyer for one of the suspects said. (Fri, 21 Dec 2007 04:58:00 GMT)
Attorney general seeks delay of Seminole Tribe gambling pact
Attorney General Bill McCollum today will ask a federal court to stop the Seminole Tribe from offering Las Vegas-style gambling before the Florida Supreme Court can decide if it is legal. (Fri, 21 Dec 2007 05:01:50 GMT)
Attorney says mother charged in son’s death tried to defend him
By KELLY MONITZ Staff Writer The 19-year-old mother charged in the beating death of her 2-year-old toddler was also beaten, bitten and scratched as she tried to protect the boy, her attorney said Thursday. (Fri, 21 Dec 2007 05:02:55 GMT)
Disbarred Lawyer Charged With Murdering His Wife
A disbarred lawyer and neighbor of former President Bill Clinton and Hillary Rodham Clinton was arrested Thursday and charged with murdering his wife. Carlos Perez-Olivo faces one count of second-degree murder and two counts of illegal weapon possession in connection with the November 2006 shooting of his wife. Perez-Olivo said a stranger cut off the couple's SUV on a dark suburban road, then ... (Fri, 21 Dec 2007 05:13:16 GMT)
Attorney: Gun thrown into Everglades
The gun that killed Redskins star Sean Taylor was placed in a sock and thrown into the Everglades, an attorney for one of the suspects said. (Fri, 21 Dec 2007 05:30:37 GMT)
Hicks will be model citizen: lawyer
The lawyer for convicted terrorism supporter David Hicks says his client intends being a model citizen after his release from Yatala prison in Adelaide at the end of next week. (Fri, 21 Dec 2007 05:31:12 GMT)
Attorney: Taylor gun tossed into Everglades
The gun that killed Washington Redskins star Sean Taylor was placed in a sock and thrown into the Everglades, an attorney for one of the suspects said. (Fri, 21 Dec 2007 05:46:19 GMT)
Russoniello wins easy Senate to return as U.S. attorney in S.F.
Joseph Russoniello, who served as U.S. attorney in San Francisco from 1982 to 1990, will return to the job in January after breezing through the Senate confirmation process. With no opposition, senators confirmed President Bush's nomination of the San... (Fri, 21 Dec 2007 08:26:32 GMT)
Lawyer given 25 to 50 years for sex offenses
Saying "what we sow, we reap," a Common Pleas Court judge sentenced Philadelphia lawyer Larry Charles to 25 to 50 years in prison yesterday for raping and sexually assaulting six girls over an eight-year period. (Fri, 21 Dec 2007 08:55:21 GMT)
Ottawa firm right to dismiss employee with bipolar disorder: lawyer
An Ottawa company deemed by the Ontario Human Rights Tribunal to have discriminated against a mentally disabled employee did "everything appropriate in the circumstances" to comply with human rights legislation before dismissing the worker, said the company's lawyer. (Fri, 21 Dec 2007 09:48:26 GMT)
Lawyer for dead man's kin blames off-duty cop
The lawyer for the family of a Montana man killed by an off-duty Arapahoe County sheriff's deputy said Thursday that the officer is to blame, despite police reports that say the dead man was the aggressor. (Fri, 21 Dec 2007 10:18:06 GMT)
Pakistan rearrests opposition lawyer leader
ISLAMABAD (Reuters) - Pakistan authorities rearrested on Friday a lawyer who had spearheaded opposition to President Pervez Musharraf, less than 18 hours after he had been released from detention for a Muslim holiday, his family said. (Fri, 21 Dec 2007 10:22:57 GMT)
Attorney general sues to block expanded gambling at Seminole casinos until court rules
Attorney General Bill McCollum asked a federal court Thursday to block the U.S. Interior Department from approving the agreement between Gov. Charlie Crist and the Seminoles that gives the tribe Las Vegas-style gambling at its seven Florida casinos. (Fri, 21 Dec 2007 10:59:03 GMT)
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