Attorney News Jul 2008
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Records show Guantanamo prisoner hurt by sleep deprivation, lawyer says
GUANTANAMO BAY NAVAL BASE, Cuba (AP): An Afghan prisoner suffered significant weight loss and other health problems when the military subjected him to two weeks of sleep deprivation at Guantanamo in 2004, his lawyer said Friday. (Fri, 11 Jul 2008 23:46:01 GMT)
Primary primer: Race for the Missouri attorney general
Margaret Donnelly Richmond Heights PERSONAL : 54. Married to David Riedel. They have two grown children. PARTY : Democrat CAMPAIGN WEB SITE : donnelly08.com OCCUPATION: 73rd District state representative, attorney with ... (Sat, 12 Jul 2008 00:20:03 GMT)
Kansas Athletics statements regarding Friday's release from Charles Brandon, Douglas County District Attorney
Here are statements from Kansas head coach Bill Self and guard Sherron Collins regarding the below press release sent by Charles Branson, Douglas County District Attorney, Friday. (Sat, 12 Jul 2008 00:46:58 GMT)
Records show Guantanamo prisoner hurt by sleep deprivation, lawyer says
GUANTANAMO BAY NAVAL BASE, Cuba - An Afghan prisoner suffered significant weight loss and other health problems when the military subjected him to two weeks of sleep deprivation at Guantanamo Bay in 2004, his lawyer said Friday. (Sat, 12 Jul 2008 01:13:00 GMT)
Prosecutor: Lawyer to plead guilty in Milberg case
Lawyer Paul T. Selzer, the final defendant in a federal kickback case involving class-action lawsuits against big corporations, has agreed to plead guilty to a tax-related felony, prosecutors said Friday. (Sat, 12 Jul 2008 01:35:05 GMT)
Naples city attorney fires back in defense of city manager, police chief
A letter addressed to Naples City Manager Bill Moss on Wednesday demanding an investigation into alleged criminal activity by Police Chief Victor Morales, was “out of line and inappropriate,” said Jon Fishbane, an attorney representing the city. (Sat, 12 Jul 2008 02:29:58 GMT)
City Hall lawyer, aid suspended
CAGAYAN de Oro Mayor Constantino Jaraula has suspended a high-ranking lawyer of the City Legal Office (CLO) and an aid for "gross and palpable negligence." (Sat, 12 Jul 2008 03:17:23 GMT)
District attorney contenders battle it out in a debate
Steve Howe said Friday that Johnson County voters should choose him as their next district attorney because he has more experience as a prosecutor. (Sat, 12 Jul 2008 03:31:21 GMT)
Kansas attorney general visits KCK to unveil new Internet safety site
Kansas Attorney General Stephen Six has unveiled a new Internet safety Web site aimed at educating children, teens, parents and others about threats they face online. (Sat, 12 Jul 2008 03:32:42 GMT)
After PSL autistic boy's case, Attorney General weighing more complaints from parents
Stemming from its investigation into a Port St. Lucie autistic boy voted out of kindergarten, the state Office of the Attorney General is looking at how children with autism are treated in Florida schools. (Sat, 12 Jul 2008 04:10:45 GMT)
Lawyer seeks change in venue for murder trial
Authorities and the lawyer for a man charged with murdering a Morris County teenager are at odds over where a fair trial could be held. (Sat, 12 Jul 2008 05:26:29 GMT)
Power of attorney beneficial for all ages
Q: I am younger than 30. Do I need a health care power of attorney or living will? (Sat, 12 Jul 2008 05:42:05 GMT)
Lawyer to Plead Guilty in Kickback Scheme
Paul T. Selzer, a lawyer who is the final defendant in a federal kickback case, has agreed to plead guilty to a tax-related felony, prosecutors in Los Angeles said Friday. (Sat, 12 Jul 2008 05:43:34 GMT)
Judge to rule in case of attorney charged with domestic abuse
The domestic abuse battery trial of a candidate for district attorney in the state's 2nd Judicial District will come to an end July 22 when the judge hearing the case will make his ruling. (Sat, 12 Jul 2008 06:21:16 GMT)
Irishman's family meets with district attorney
SILVERTON -- The mother and other relatives of Andrew James "A.J." Hanlon, the Irishman fatally shot by a Silverton police officer June 30, met with the Marion County district attorney's staff for two hours Friday to discuss the investigation into the incident. (Sat, 12 Jul 2008 07:06:27 GMT)
Former attorney charged with theft
A disbarred Georgia attorney is facing dozens of theft-related charges in Alpharetta. (Sat, 12 Jul 2008 07:10:54 GMT)
Employment rights lawyer...
Employment rights lawyer Giorgos Niko-loutsopoulos hugs his wife after being released from custody at Korydallos Prison yesterday. The lawyer was released on 50,000 euros bail after spending six months in prison. (Sat, 12 Jul 2008 08:12:35 GMT)
Longtime civil lawyer joins bench
Former Orlando civil-trial lawyer Gregory J. Kelly formally was sworn in Friday to replace a federal magistrate who died last year. (Sat, 12 Jul 2008 08:17:24 GMT)
Silverdome to be sold to attorney from Detroit area
PONTIAC — A Detroit-area attorney is set to buy the former home of the Detroit Lions for $20 million. (Sat, 12 Jul 2008 08:38:16 GMT)
Attorney asks for plea hearing for kidnapping suspect
A defense attorney for a Casper man charged with kidnapping and sexually exploiting an elementary school-aged girl has asked for a hearing at which the suspect can change his plea. (Sat, 12 Jul 2008 09:03:26 GMT)
Board lawyer is a no-show
Loveland city officials were disappointed Thursday when their lawyer showed up to begin proceedings over a lawsuit the city filed against the Loveland Board of Education and found the school board's attorney to be a no-show. (Sat, 12 Jul 2008 09:26:39 GMT)
Retiring city attorney wont comment on turmoil
City Attorney Bill Nagles pending departure has added wind to the sails of change at City Hall. Nagles 28-year tenure also comes to an end amid some turbulent waters. Serving a dual role as human resources director since 2000, Nagle, 59, has announced he plans to step down Aug. 8, about one week before the state is expected to rule on a discrimination complaint filed by fired employee Wendy ... (Sat, 12 Jul 2008 09:36:27 GMT)
Accused Murderer Given New Attorney At Hearing
Christopher Lee McCuin, accused of kidnapping and killing his girlfriend in January, was given a new defense attorney on Friday. (Sat, 12 Jul 2008 11:03:26 GMT)
KUMARESAN'S LAWYER CALLED TO GIVE STATEMENT TO POLICE
KUALA LUMPUR, July 12 (Bernama) -- Police have called the lawyer for R. Kumaresan who is private detective P. Balasubramaniam's nephew to have his statement recorded. (Sat, 12 Jul 2008 11:24:17 GMT)
Cops record lawyer's statement; Bar Council expresses concern
KUALA LUMPUR: The police on Saturday recorded a statement from lawyer N. Surendran regarding the disappearance of P. Balasubramaniam as well as the private investigator's two statutory declarations. (Sat, 12 Jul 2008 12:15:51 GMT)
Attorney threatens to sue fair board over firing
Associated Press - July 12, 2008 9:25 AM ET TULSA, Okla. (AP) - The attorney for recently fired Tulsa Expo Square President and CEO Rick Bjorklund is threatening to sue the fair board that... (Sat, 12 Jul 2008 13:28:56 GMT)
Attorney threatens to sue fair board over firing
TULSA - The attorney for recently fired Tulsa Expo Square President and CEO Rick Bjorklund threatened to sue the fair board that dismissed him unless it can show it had reason to terminate his contract. "If they're not willing to respond and tell us what the reason for canceling his contract is, then we'll have a lawsuit because we don't think there's a justifiable reason," said attorney Gary ... (Sat, 12 Jul 2008 14:13:33 GMT)
Local Attorney Arrested on Second DUI Offense
NEW: Mike Ward Responds to Arrest. A West Kentucky Commonwealth Attorney has been arrested for Driving Under the Influence. This is Marshall/Calloway County Commonwealth Attorney Mike Ward's second DUI offense. (Sat, 12 Jul 2008 15:05:23 GMT)
City Hall lawyer, aid suspended
CAGAYAN de Oro Mayor Constantino Jaraula has suspended a high-ranking lawyer of the City Legal Office (CLO) and an aid for "gross and palpable negligence." (Sat, 12 Jul 2008 16:19:39 GMT)
Lawyer seeks change in venue for murder trial
Authorities and the lawyer for a man charged with murdering a Morris County teenager are at odds over where a fair trial could be held. (Sat, 12 Jul 2008 16:44:49 GMT)
Lawyer riled by questioning
KUALA LUMPUR: Police investigating the statutory declarations made by private investigator P. Balasubramaniam grilled lawyer N. Surendran for an hour. (Sat, 12 Jul 2008 16:47:11 GMT)
State attorney's office drops 31 cases
GAINESVILLE — Prosecutors are dropping more than two dozen cases after an investigation of a former Gainesville police officer. The state attorney’s office says insufficient evidence forced authorities to dismiss the 31 criminal cases, which included 17 cases listed as felonies. (Sat, 12 Jul 2008 17:27:24 GMT)
NZ lawyer backs death row inmate
A high-profile Auckland lawyer is leading the fight to save a Texas death-row inmate facing execution by lethal injection. Lawyer Colin Amery intends to head to the United States later this year for the crucial final appeal of convicted murderer Charles Flores. (Sat, 12 Jul 2008 17:35:14 GMT)
Doyle city attorney speaks out
At the July meeting of the Doyle Board, City Attorney Cindy Howell took issue with comments made at the previous meeting about her service to the board. (Sat, 12 Jul 2008 19:17:08 GMT)
Attorney threatens to sue fair board over firing
The attorney for recently fired Tulsa Expo Square President and CEO Rick Bjorklund is threatening to sue the fair board that dismissed him (Sat, 12 Jul 2008 20:11:47 GMT)
Police Find Man Who Allegedly Abducted Attorney
A man whom police say abducted his attorney and left him bound before going on the lam for four days was taken into custody Saturday, (Sat, 12 Jul 2008 20:32:02 GMT)
Lawyer to Plead Guilty in Kickback Scheme
Paul T. Selzer, a lawyer who is the final defendant in a federal kickback case, has agreed to plead guilty to a tax-related felony, prosecutors in Los Angeles said Friday. (Sat, 12 Jul 2008 20:38:58 GMT)
Man who abducted attorney back in custody
A man whom police say abducted his attorney and left him bound before going on the lam for four days was taken into custody Saturday but not before trying to kill himself. (Sat, 12 Jul 2008 21:29:21 GMT)
Lawyer to Plead Guilty in Kickback Scheme
Paul T. Selzer, a lawyer who is the final defendant in a federal kickback case, has agreed to plead guilty to a tax-related felony, prosecutors in Los Angeles said Friday. (Sat, 12 Jul 2008 21:37:10 GMT)
Lawyer riled by questioning
KUALA LUMPUR: Police investigating the statutory declarations made by private investigator P. Balasubramaniam grilled lawyer N. Surendran for an hour. (Sun, 13 Jul 2008 00:12:40 GMT)
Incumbent city attorney welcomes scrutiny
In his time as city attorney, Chet Adams has seen his share of action and after the coming election he is hoping to return for more. “You don’t get bored,” Adams said of why he loves his profession. “Every day is a new challenge. Every lawsuit is different. The problems are not routine. (Sun, 13 Jul 2008 00:30:06 GMT)
Sisk, Bratton tangle on attorney, offices
In the trustee's race between Republican Fred Sisk, who was appointed to the job, and Democrat Robert Bratton, the two disagree on key issues that include staffing, satellite offices and the use of an attorney to collect delinquent taxes. (Sun, 13 Jul 2008 04:16:46 GMT)
District attorney to protest all inmates up for parole
District Attorney Cathy Stocker said she will protest each of the 24 inmates with convictions in her five-county district on this month’s regular docket of the state Pardon and Parole Board. (Sun, 13 Jul 2008 04:57:44 GMT)
Police nab man accused of abducting his attorney
ANDERSON, Ind. -- A man who police say abducted his attorney and left him bound before going on the lam for four days was taken into custody Saturday but not before trying to kill himself. (Sun, 13 Jul 2008 06:52:08 GMT)
Ann Arbor attorney volunteers with free-flight charity
Kelly K. Burris, an attorney, has been a volunteer pilot with Air Charity Network since 2003 and has piloted more than 100 flights on her own time and at her own expense for reasons including post-transplant treatment, cancer treatment, hospice transport, organ transplant, compassion flights and Hurricane Katrina relief. (Sun, 13 Jul 2008 07:45:31 GMT)
Attorney asks for plea hearing for kidnapping suspect
A defense attorney for a Casper man charged with kidnapping and sexually exploiting an elementary school-aged girl has asked for a hearing at which the suspect can change his plea. (Sun, 13 Jul 2008 09:17:36 GMT)
Defense attorney's hobby: Painting serial killer portraits
When Modesto criminal defense attorney Martin Baker isn't trying a case or preparing for one, he needs an outlet -- a way to relax and to leave a tough day in court behind. (Sun, 13 Jul 2008 09:48:56 GMT)
US Army lawyer says his client was tortured
A US lawyer, dealing with a case against a former Guantanamo Bay prisoner, has told the press his client suffered health problems when he was subjected to two weeks of sleep deprivation. (Sun, 13 Jul 2008 10:01:26 GMT)
Doyle city attorney speaks out
At the July meeting of the Doyle Board, City Attorney Cindy Howell took issue with comments made at the previous meeting about her service to the board. (Sun, 13 Jul 2008 13:02:16 GMT)
Political inmates at Jordan jail on hunger strike: lawyer
AMMAN - Fourteen political inmates at a Jordanian jail have started a hunger strike over alleged mistreatment and bad prison condition, a lawyer said on Sunday. (Sun, 13 Jul 2008 13:48:18 GMT)
John Payne announces for County Attorney
My name is John D. Payne, a native Texan and I would like to be your next County Attorney. My wife Cindy and I have been living in Bandera County for the past four years, and owned property here even longer. We both practice law and are members of Grace Lutheran Church. (Sun, 13 Jul 2008 13:55:34 GMT)
City attorney, interim manager head agenda
The Huntsville City Council will consider appointing an interim city manager and hold a closed door session to discuss city attorney Thomas Leeper during its Tuesday night meeting at City Hall. (Sun, 13 Jul 2008 16:08:43 GMT)
Alabama Attorney General Caught in Gay Sex Scandal Removed from McCain Website
Alabama Attorney General Troy King found himself in the midst of a gay sex scandal last week after reports began to circulate that he was busted having sex with a male assistant by his wife, Paige King , in the couple’s own bed. (Sun, 13 Jul 2008 17:41:40 GMT)
W. Kentucky Attorney Gets 2nd DUI
MAYFIELD, KY (AP) - A western Kentucky prosecutor has been arrested for a second time on a charge of driving under the influence. Mike Ward is the commonwealth attorney for Marshall and Calloway counties. Kentucky State Police said he was stopped at 12:03 a.m. CDT on Saturday. (Sun, 13 Jul 2008 19:22:41 GMT)
Lawyer: Shoaib won’t pay up
Karachi: Shoaib Akhtar’s chances of being named in Pakistan’s preliminary squad for the Champions Trophy have receded after his lawyer, Abid Hasan Minto, on Sunday said that the pacer would not pay the hefty fine demanded by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), until the court pronounced its verdict on his writ petition. (Sun, 13 Jul 2008 21:25:12 GMT)
Attorney general candidates have plans to improve Sunshine Law
COLUMBIA — After some recent involvement in Sunshine Law dramatics, Rep. Jeff Harris of Columbia, a Democratic candidate for attorney general, has come up with a plan to improve the current policy. (Sun, 13 Jul 2008 21:40:05 GMT)
Attorney general candidates have plans to improve Sunshine Law
COLUMBIA — After some recent involvement in Sunshine Law dramatics, Rep. Jeff Harris of Columbia, a Democratic candidate for attorney general, has come up with a plan to improve the ... (Sun, 13 Jul 2008 21:50:03 GMT)
JonBenet Ramsey case will get its third District Attorney in 12 years
DENVER - When district attorney candidate Stan Garnett checked his cell phone after a long flight last week, he had dozens of messages asking his opinion about the latest DNA tests in the JonBenet Ramsey case. (Sun, 13 Jul 2008 21:57:00 GMT)
Lawyer: Windsor puts clamps on tunnel sale
Officials in Windsor have stalled negotiations for the sale of the Canadian city's shares of the Detroit-Windsor Tunnel, a lawyer says.The city's lead negotiator, Cliff Sutts, said with Detroit officials mired in corruption allegations, Windsor officials have decided to halt ongoing negotiations for the $75 million sale, The Detroit News reported Saturday.It doesn't appear the mayor and the ... (Sun, 13 Jul 2008 23:08:48 GMT)
Primary primer: Race for the Missouri attorney general
Margaret Donnelly Richmond Heights PERSONAL : 54. Married to David Riedel. They have two grown children. PARTY : Democrat CAMPAIGN WEB SITE : donnelly08.com OCCUPATION: 73rd District state representative, attorney with ... (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 00:35:03 GMT)
Democrats Look to Lobbyist to Finance a Convention
Few lobbyists are more connected than Steve Farber, a Denver lawyer whose political contacts have thrust him into a central fund-raising role for the Democratic National Convention. (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 01:37:02 GMT)
County attorney talks zoning protests
There could very well be a double protest period for Ravalli County’s countywide zoning if the commission adopts the regulations and maps separately. Ravalli County Attorney George Corn clarified some outstanding questions last month about the particulars of zoning in a seven-page memo. (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 01:57:46 GMT)
Ateneo de Manila awards Sumilao farmers and lawyer
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews/13 July) – They will not walk from Sumilao, Bukidnon to Malacanang this time, but walk to the stage of the Henry Lee Irwin Theatre at the Ateneo de Manila University (ADMU) on Tuesday, July 15, to receive, along with their lawyer, the Ozanam Award. (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 02:33:14 GMT)
City attorney tapped as BMUA counsel
The Bayonne Municipal Utilities Authority has picked Donna Russo, an assistant city attorney, as its part-time general counsel. (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 06:41:15 GMT)
Attorney general draws line on roles of special agents
PIERRE - Special agents hired by state's attorneys may investigate crimes but have no greater arrest power than any other citizen, Attorney General Larry Long says. In an official opinion requested by the Roberts County sheriff, Long also said a county commission may take a vehicle from the sheriff and give it to a special investigator, although the emergency and law-enforcement equipment might ... (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 07:25:25 GMT)
Attorney challenges China Grove on Zoning Board members
By Jessie Burchette jburchette@salisburypost.com CHINA GROVE — An attorney representing the town's Zoning Board of Adjustments claims the town's rec ... (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 07:45:48 GMT)
Teen set up, unlawfully searched by police: lawyer
A teenage girl charged with being the delivery person in a dial-a-dealer crack cocaine ring was set up and subjected to a potentially unlawful search by police, her defence lawyer told the Free Press. Crown attorney Susan Baragar told youth court last week that the 16-year-old was spotted by police on the evening of July 4, with another girl and two boys near a school on Ellen Street. (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 08:30:59 GMT)
District attorney to be 3rd on case
When district attorney candidate Stan Garnett checked his cell phone after a long flight last week, he had dozens of messages asking his opinion about the latest DNA tests in the JonBenet Ramsey case. (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 08:44:57 GMT)
Democrats depending on lobbyist to finance convention
Political contacts have thrust a Denver lawyer, Steve Farber, into a key fund-raising role for the Democratic National Convention. (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 09:03:37 GMT)
Ex-Bangladesh PM's son charged over murder hushup
The eldest son of former Bangladeshi prime minister Khaleda Zia was formally charged Monday with taking kickbacks to hush up a murder allegedly involving the son of a tycoon, a government lawyer said. (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 10:53:21 GMT)
Sulpicio Lines lawyer testifies against BMI
The lead counsel of Sulpicio Lines Inc., lawyer Arthur Lim, testified in court today against the Bureau of Marine Inquiry (BMI) to contradict the latter’s claim that they have jurisdiction over the investigation of the June 21 capsizing of the M/V Princess of the Stars. (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 11:10:57 GMT)
Attorney's Car Warehouse Catches Fire
HOUSTON -- A fire broke out at a warehouse filled with rare and expensive cars Sunday afternoon, KPRC Local 2 reported. The northwest Houston warehouse belongs to famed attorney John O'Quinn. (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 13:11:32 GMT)
Lawyer: Windsor puts clamps on tunnel sale
WINDSOR, Ontario, July 12 (UPI) -- Officials in Windsor have stalled negotiations for the sale of the Canadian city's shares of the Detroit-Windsor Tunnel, a lawyer says. (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 13:36:49 GMT)
Attorney: Son Of N.C. State Coach Lowe To Plead Guilty
The son of North Carolina State basketball coach Sidney Lowe is expected to plead guilty in a Greensboro courtroom Monday in connection with a series of crimes in March 2007, attorney Locke Clifford confirmed to WXII Sunday. (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 16:02:56 GMT)
Lawyer says motor racing chief's orgy not "hanky spanky"
LONDON (Reuters) - The lawyer for a newspaper hit back at the head of motor sports in a court case on Monday, saying a sado-masochistic sex session was an example of "true depravity" and not just harmless "hanky spanky". (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 16:50:59 GMT)
Lawyer: NY escort worker verbally accepts deal
A lawyer for an office worker for a pricey escort service that led to the resignation of former New York Gov. Eliot Spitzer says his client has agreed verbally to a plea deal. (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 16:51:43 GMT)
LAWYER: SPITZER'S HOOKER BOOK ACCEPTS PLEA DEAL
A woman accused of helping arrange meetings between high-priced escorts and their customers has tentatively agreed to plead guilty in the prostitution scandal that led Eliot Spitzer to resign as New York's governor, her lawyer said Monday. Tanya... (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 16:53:28 GMT)
Lawyer for disgraced nuclear scientist says he wants Musharraf to appear in Pakistani court
A lawyer for Pakistan's disgraced nuclear scientist said Monday he wants President Pervez Musharraf to appear before a court hearing a petition to end his client's four-year detention for nuclear proliferation. (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 16:56:00 GMT)
Lawyer: NY escort worker verbally accepts deal
A lawyer for an office worker for a pricey escort service that led to the resignation of former New York Gov. Eliot Spitzer says his client has agreed verbally to a plea deal. Attorney Michael Farkas said Monday that 36-year-old Tanya Hollander will probably plead guilty in August to a charge of conspiracy to violate the travel act. Farkas says he believes his client might not have to serve any ... (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 17:03:57 GMT)
State's attorney calls, Oswego opens meeting
The Oswego Village Board members were scheduled to meet in closed session last week to interview representatives of three engineering firms. But the board decided to open the session to the public at the advice of their attorney, Karl Ottosen. (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 17:33:47 GMT)
Attorney general's office assisting in investigation and prosecution
In addition to controlling the outlet of information to the public in the case against Nicholas T. Sheley, the Illinois attorney general's office is providing someone with expertise in murder cases. (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 17:37:55 GMT)
Lawyer for Thompson claims self-defense; defendant had concealed-carry permit
The lawyer for Ashford Thompson, the man charged with murdering Twinsburg police officer Joshua Miktarian, said his client shot the officer in self-defense. Attorney Larry Zukerman made the statement after Thompson's hearing in Cuyahoga Falls Municipal Court. Zukerman would not... (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 18:11:50 GMT)
Baxter man who admitted extorting former county attorney receives sentence
A Baxter Springs man who admitted extorting the former Cherokee County prosecuting attorney receives his sentence. Timothy J. Schooley, 30, Baxter Springs, plead guilty in April to one count of extortion. (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 18:56:54 GMT)
Assistant U.S. Attorney joins Fish & Richardson
Fish & Richardson P.C. has announced that Douglas E. McCann has joined the firm's growing Wilmington office as Of Counsel in its Litigation Group. Prior to joining Fish, he was an Assistant United States Attorney in the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Delaware. (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 19:02:28 GMT)
District Attorney opposes release of ailing Manson follower
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Los Angeles County District Attorney Steve Cooley has asked the California parole board to deny Charles Manson follower Susan Atkins' request for compassionate release from prison. (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 19:29:01 GMT)
Lawyer: NY Escort Worker Verbally Accepts Deal
A woman accused of helping arrange meetings between high-priced escorts and their customers has tentatively agreed to plead guilty in the prostitution scandal that led Eliot Spitzer to resign as New York's governor, her lawyer said Monday. (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 19:38:17 GMT)
Lawyer pleads guilty to tax count in kickback case
A lawyer pleaded guilty Monday to a tax-related felony stemming from a federal kickback case involving class-action lawsuits filed against some of the country's biggest corporations. (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 19:49:07 GMT)
Hewlett attorney admits bilking clients
A disbarred attorney who stole more than $400,000 from his clients -- including money one woman intended to use for her daughter's heart surgery -- has pleaded guilty to his crimes, the Nassau district attorney's office said yesterday. (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 20:01:40 GMT)
Attorney: Suspect killed by cops while handcuffed
The accused drug dealer who died during a violent struggle with Suffolk County Police was beaten while his hands were restrained behind him, choked and bludgeoned in the face while his head rested against a solid object, an independent autopsy found, according to the attorney representing the family of Kenny Lazo. (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 20:03:54 GMT)
Lawyer pleads guilty to charge in kickback case
A lawyer pleaded guilty Monday to a tax charge stemming from a federal probe of class-action lawsuits filed against some of the country's biggest corporations. (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 20:18:30 GMT)
Records show Guantanamo prisoner hurt by sleep deprivation, lawyer says
GUANTANAMO BAY NAVAL BASE, Cuba (AP) _ An Afghan prisoner suffered significant weight loss and other health problems when the military subjected him to two weeks of sleep deprivation at Guantanamo in 2004, his lawyer said Friday.Mohammed Jawad lost 10 percent of his body weight and told doctors he was urinating blood after guards subjected him to the sleep deprivation program, Air Force Maj. ... (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 20:54:34 GMT)
Lawyer: Anwar not obliged to give statement
KUALA LUMPUR: Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim was not obliged to give police his statement as no notice was issued to him personally ordering that he be present at the city police headquarters, his lawyer said. (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 23:20:26 GMT)
Pope apology not enough, lawyer says
AN apology from the Pope for sexual abuse by Catholic priests needs to be backed up by a more compassionate approach in the courts, a sexual assault lawyer said today. (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 23:32:00 GMT)
Commonwealth's Attorney Ward arrested on DUI
Commonwealth's Attorney Mike Ward was arrested for a second time in five months for allegedly driving a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 00:27:42 GMT)
Attorney's Bid to Challenge a 'Binding' Arbitration Award Succeeds
An attorney who included a provision in a retainer agreement providing that any future fee disputes with his client would be subject to "binding" arbitration may nonetheless pursue litigation to reverse an arbitration award that cut his claim for fees by $25,000, a Manhattan judge has ruled. The judge ruled that the attorney was not bound by the award because the retainer agreement did not ... (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 01:31:31 GMT)
Commentary: Has a U.S. Attorney Knowingly Prosecuted Innocent People?
Has U.S. Attorney Alice Martin run amok? Commentator Scott Horton writes that a string of aggressive prosecutions brought by the Birmingham, Ala., U.S. Attorney have been marked by convictions overturned and innocent men wronged. Two judges have openly questioned whether Martin has knowingly prosecuted innocent people -- and the U.S. Department of Justice's Office of Professional Responsibility ... (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 01:32:02 GMT)
Lawyer warns local gov't vs property conversion
A LAWYER has cautioned the local government in Cagayan de Oro City from converting the market and passengers' terminal facilities in Agora into a semi-private entity, saying the property has pending ownership disputes in courts. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 02:02:23 GMT)
Lawyer for Jeffs' daughter asks judge to decide if her client needs new attorney
Posted: 7:58 PM- A Texas judge is set to consider a request from the teenage daughter of polygamous sect leader Warren S. Jeffs that her attorney be replaced. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 02:14:08 GMT)
Attorney general's husband retires to avoid conflict
Attorney General Nancy H. Rogers' husband is retiring from a law firm that does more than $1 million in business with Rogers' office, but his resignation won't necessarily end the conflict of interest. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 03:17:59 GMT)
Lawyer to govt: Call bluff, junk Northrail
The government should call the bluff of the Chinese contractor to withdraw from the allegedly overpriced $500-million Northrail project, a lawyer said Tuesday. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 03:19:07 GMT)
Attorney murder trial wraps up for day
Testimony wrapped up today in the trial of a homeless man accused of strangling an 85-year-old attorney and former State Bar president during a 2006 sexual encounter, setting the stage for closing arguments. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 03:29:01 GMT)
Dallas attorney tackles escapee in courthouse
DALLAS – A Dallas County bailiff is recovering after a prisoner overpowered her, punched her in the face and escaped. But, he didn't get far. Turns out, an attorney, who once ran for sheriff, stopped him in his tracks. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 03:45:02 GMT)
Furor over Bush lawyer's racism in deport case
A TOP BUSH administration pardon lawyer was fired for making racist remarks in the case of a beloved Brooklyn minister facing deportation, the Daily News has learned. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 04:11:29 GMT)
District attorney urges board not to release Manson crony
LOS ANGELES -- District Attorney Steve Cooley of Los Angeles County has urged California prison officials to reject a request for "compassionate release'' from Susan Atkins, a former Charles Manson follower and convicted murderer. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 04:21:00 GMT)
Los Angeles district attorney opposes release of ailing Manson follower
Los Angeles County District Attorney Steve Cooley has asked the California parole board to deny Charles Manson follower Susan Atkins' request for compassionate release from prison. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 04:34:54 GMT)
Judge to consider new attorney for Jeffs girl
A Texas judge is set to consider a request from the teenage daughter of polygamous sect leader Warren S. Jeffs that her attorney be replaced. Natalie Malonis, ad litem for Teresa Jeffs, requested that 51st District Judge Barbara Walther meet with the teen privately to hear why (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 07:14:58 GMT)
Attorney general's husband retires
Attorney General Nancy H. Rogers' husband is retiring from a law firm that does more than $1 million in business with Rogers' office, but his resignation won't necessarily end the conflict of interest. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 07:49:30 GMT)
Birmingham lawyer J. Mart White is new president of the Alabama State Bar
Birmingham lawyer J. Mark White has become president of the Alabama State Bar and will serve the next year as head of the organization of nearly 16,000 lawyers. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 08:25:09 GMT)
Flint city attorney: Mayor's lawsuit on hold
Flint's city attorney says the mayor's lawsuit against the City Council is on hold. That comes after both sides met with state treasury officials in Lansing Monday. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 08:28:01 GMT)
Lawyer Says Police Have Arrest Warrant On Malaysia's Anwar Over Sodomy Case
KUALA LUMPUR: A lawyer says police have issued an arrest warrant for Malaysian opposition leader Anwar Ibrahim in connection with a sodomy accusation by a former male aide. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 08:43:05 GMT)
Ex-lawyer's bid for lighter sentence dimming
Disbarred Princeton lawyer Alan Mason expects a recommendation from the U.S. Attorney's office for a lenient sentence because of Mr. Mason's assistance in the investigation of wrongdoing by others, his lawyer said in a sentencing memorandum last month, although the lawyer noted that he has not yet seen the government's recommendation for leniency. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 08:47:43 GMT)
Malaysia's Anwar faces arrest over sex charges: lawyer
Malaysian opposition leader Anwar Ibrahim faces imminent arrest over a former aide's accusations of sodomy -- the same charge he was jailed over a decade ago -- his lawyer said Tuesday. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 08:54:53 GMT)
Disbarred attorney pleads guilty to grand larceny
A disbarred attorney who stole more than $400,000 from his clients - including money one woman intended to use for her daughter's heart surgery - pleaded guilty, Nassau prosecutors said yesterday. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 10:47:20 GMT)
Arrest warrant issued for Malaysia's Anwar over sodomy allegation, lawyer says
Malaysian police issued an arrest warrant Tuesday for opposition leader Anwar Ibrahim in connection with a sodomy accusation by a male former aide, his lawyer said. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 10:48:00 GMT)
Man says He's Guilty of Abducting Attorney
ANDERSON, Ind. (AP) - An Anderson man accused of abducting his attorney at knifepoint said he was guilty during his initial court appearance yesterday and asked the judge to sentence him immediately. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 11:58:59 GMT)
Asif to seek 'B' sample test, hires a top lawyer
Asif will seek a 'B' sample test after flunking a dope test during the IPL and has hired a top lawyer to prove his innocence. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 12:14:05 GMT)
Asif to seek 'B' sample test, hires a top lawyer
Pakistan's beleaguered pacer Mohammad Asif will seek a 'B' sample test after flunking a dope test during the Indian Premier League (IPL) and has hired a top lawyer to prove his innocence. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 12:15:12 GMT)
Former district attorney accused of identity theft
EAU CLAIRE — A former Eau Claire County district attorney accused of identity theft and forgery wants a different judge to hear his case. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 12:18:33 GMT)
Attorney general's office assisting in investigation and prosecution
In addition to controlling the outlet of information to the public in the case against Nicholas T. Sheley, the Illinois attorney general's office is providing someone with expertise in murder cases. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 12:37:54 GMT)
Asif to have his 'B' sample analyzed, says his lawyer
The lawyer for Mohammad Asif will ask a World Anti-Doping Agency accredited laboratory to analyze the Pakistan fast bowler's "B" sample after he tested positive for a banned substance. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 12:55:27 GMT)
LAWYER GETS REPRIMAND FOR MISLEADING COURT
KUCHING, July 15 (Bernama) -- Justice Datuk Clement Allan Skinner today reprimanded lawyer Henry Ling for misleading the election court here. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 13:30:06 GMT)
Malaysia's Anwar faces arrest over sex charges: lawyer
Malaysian opposition leader Anwar Ibrahim faces imminent arrest over a former aide's accusations of sodomy -- the same charge he was jailed for more than a decade ago -- his lawyer said Tuesday. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 13:47:00 GMT)
Man says he's guilty of abducting attorney
ANDERSON, Ind. (AP) -- An Anderson man accused of abducting his attorney at knifepoint said he was guilty during his initial court appearance yesterday and asked the judge to sentence him immediately. The (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 16:20:39 GMT)
Malaysia's Anwar faces arrest over sex charges: lawyer
Malaysian opposition leader Anwar Ibrahim faces imminent arrest over a former aide's accusations of sodomy -- the same charge that saw him jailed a decade ago -- his lawyer said Tuesday. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 17:38:36 GMT)
Windfarm developers being investigated by state attorney general
ALBANY -- The developer of the big wind turbine project in Lackawanna is under investigation by state Attorney General Andrew Cuomo for possible improper dealings with local government officials upstate. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 18:02:37 GMT)
Lawyer Weiss seeks fee payments from Milberg
A New York judge is weighing whether to approve a fee agreement that could pay convicted class-action lawyer Melvyn Weiss substantial fees for past work at his former law firm, Milberg LLP. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 18:11:16 GMT)
John Payne announces for County Attorney
My name is John D. Payne, a native Texan and I would like to be your next County Attorney. My wife Cindy and I have been living in Bandera County for the past four years, and owned property here even longer. We both practice law and are members of Grace Lutheran Church. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 18:56:02 GMT)
NEWS: 50 Cent’s Lawyer In Jeopardy, Ex Pushes To Remove Him From Child Custody Case
The war between 50 Cent and mother of his preteen son Shaniqua Tompkins wages on. Now, she wants his lawyer booted from the case. Tompkins says Fif’s attorney Bret Kimmel actually gave her some legal advice in the past, before their current custody battle began, so he’s privy to her strategy. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 19:02:52 GMT)
Attorney General Sets up Voter Fraud Hotline
(MONTGOMERY)- The Office of Attorney General will answer questions, examine any allegations of election fraud, and actively investigate any legitimate complaints of wrongdoing in the July 15 primary run-off (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 19:20:09 GMT)
Attorney general targets potential double-dippers
Cuomo's office sends letter to professionals on public payrolls who raised 'red flags' New York State Attorney General Andrew Cuomo's office has sent out close to 200 letters statewide -- about 100 of them on Long Island -- to professionals on public payrolls whose employment arrangements raised "red flags" to investigators because they may be improper, state officials said Tuesday. ... (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 19:32:06 GMT)
Lawyer says teen seen in interrogation video should go home
The U.S. military lawyer for Omar Khadr says the video shows "a frightened boy" who should be sent back home. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 19:32:23 GMT)
Notre Dame to announce new AD; reports say pick is lawyer who helped Indy land Super Bowl
SOUTH BEND, Ind. - Notre Dame will announce its new athletic director on Wednesday. The school declined to disclose who the new athletic director will be, although media reports indicated the likely choice would be Indianapolis lawyer Jack Swarbrick. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 19:40:39 GMT)
Attorney General Launches Probe Into Wind Farm Companies
The Office of the New York State Attorney General is investigating two wind farm companies for alleged improper dealings. First Wind and Noble Environmental operate wind farms in upstate New York but are not connected to Lewis County's wind farm and their websites list no interests in the tri-county area. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 19:41:55 GMT)
Assistant state’s attorney suspended after relationship comes to light
An assistant Kane County state’s attorney has been suspended after officials learned she had a personal relationship with an Aurora police officer. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 20:11:57 GMT)
Lawyer: British airline plot was just a stunt
The alleged ringleader of a plot to blow up trans-Atlantic jetliners in mid-air is guilty only of planning a childish stunt to make a political point, his lawyer said Tuesday. Attorney Nadine Radford said Abdulla Ahmed Ali, 27, has acknowledged planning to... (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 20:56:35 GMT)
White House nominates Holland & Knight partner for local U.S. attorney
TAMPA -- A. Brian Albritton, a Tampa native and partner at Holland & Knight law firm, has been nominated to serve as the U.S. attorney for the Middle District of Florida, the White House announced today. "I'm pleased," said Albritton,... (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 21:59:34 GMT)
Judge lets rapper 50 Cent's lawyer stay on case
A New York judge says rapper 50 Cent's lawyer can stay on a case against the rapper's ex-girlfriend although she says he has a conflict of interest. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 21:59:42 GMT)
Lawyer says British airline plot defendant guilty of propaganda stunt, not murder conspiracy
LONDON (AP) _ The alleged ringleader of a plot to blow up trans-Atlantic jetliners in mid-air is guilty only of planning a childish stunt to make a political point, his lawyer said Tuesday.Attorney Nadine Radford said Abdulla Ahmed Ali, 27, has acknowledged planning to release anti-Western videos and detonate explosives at a high-profile location as part of a campaign to change the British ... (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 22:23:20 GMT)
Lawyer: British airline plot was just a stunt
The alleged ringleader of a plot to blow up trans-Atlantic jetliners in mid-air is guilty only of planning a childish stunt to make a political point, his lawyer said Tuesday. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 23:45:49 GMT)
Bush picks Considine as Connecticut U.S. Attorney
The White house has nominated Michael Considine as the next U.S. Attorney for Connecticut. A defense attorney from Stamford specializing in white-collar crime, Considine's name was submitted for consideration by U.S. Rep. Christopher Shays, the only Republican member of the U.S. House from New England. (Wed, 16 Jul 2008 00:31:07 GMT)
Wounded girl ‘escaped’ from Karapatan, says lawyer
MANILA, Philippines -- She felt that the human rights group that took up her cause “was not working for her interest” and this made Rose Anne Gumanoy, the daughter of a slain peasant leader, leave their protection, her lawyer said. (Wed, 16 Jul 2008 01:01:53 GMT)
Report: Attorney to head Notre Dame sports
CHICAGO, July 15 (UPI) -- Indianapolis attorney Jack Swarbrick is set to be named as athletic director at Notre Dame, the Chicago Tribune reported Tuesday. (Wed, 16 Jul 2008 01:24:31 GMT)
Lawyer: British airline plot was just a stunt
By JILL LAWLESS The alleged ringleader of a plot to blow up trans-Atlantic jetliners in mid-air is guilty only of planning a childish stunt to make a political point, his lawyer said Tuesday. Attorney Nadine Radford said Abdulla Ahmed Ali, 27, has acknowledged planning to release anti-Western videos and detonate explosives at a high-profile location as part of a campaign to change the British ... (Wed, 16 Jul 2008 01:33:14 GMT)
Attorney: Lohan on track with sentence compliance
Lindsay Lohan's attorney says the star is on track after pleading guilty last year to drunken driving. (Wed, 16 Jul 2008 01:35:44 GMT)
Attorney tells judge Lohan is on track with completing sentence for drunken driving
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. - Lindsay Lohan's attorney says the star is on track after pleading guilty last year to drunken driving. Lohan's attorney, Blair Berk, gave an update Tuesday on how the actress is complying with her sentence for misdemeanor drunken driving and cocaine charges. (Wed, 16 Jul 2008 01:44:52 GMT)
Attorney Argues His 'Witch' Comments About Judge Are Protected Speech
Attorney Sean Conway agreed he was in the wrong when he referred to a controversial judge as an "evil, unfair witch" and "seemingly mentally ill" on a popular law blog two Halloweens ago. But following the intervention of the Florida Supreme Court, Conway is trying to get his conditional guilty plea tossed on the basis that the First Amendment protected his comments. The court has stiffened ... (Wed, 16 Jul 2008 02:30:39 GMT)
School board attorney placed on leave during 11 hour meeting
A Miami-Dade School Board attorney under investigation for taking $15,000 in moving expenses returned the money to the district Tuesday night -- and was then placed on leave by the board. (Wed, 16 Jul 2008 02:39:55 GMT)
2nd Circuit Certifies Issue of Attorney Deceit
New York state's highest court has been asked to resolve uncertainty over a law that penalizes attorneys who deceive state courts. The 2nd Circuit on Tuesday certified two questions to the New York Court of Appeals in a case involving an attorney's representation of a man who allegedly stripped his family's business of millions. A federal judge had concluded that the man's attorney had engaged ... (Wed, 16 Jul 2008 02:45:03 GMT)
Lawyer urged church to fix ‘messy situation'
CORNWALL • A former lawyer for the Archdiocese of Alexandria-Cornwall pressured church officials to settle “a messy situation” first revealed in 1992, the Cornwall public inquiry heard Tuesday. (Wed, 16 Jul 2008 03:11:40 GMT)
Attorney tells judge Lindsay Lohan is on track with completing sentence
BEVERLY HILLS, California (AP) - Lindsay Lohan's attorney says the star is on track in complying with her sentence after pleading guilty last year to drunken driving. (Wed, 16 Jul 2008 03:31:01 GMT)
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