Attorney News Sep 2008
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Lawyer gets 3-23 months in parking-lot death
In the end, Bucks County lawyer Richard Patton did go to prison. But not for long enough to satisfy the survivors of Patton's girlfriend, Heather Demou, who died in a fall from his truck during a parking-lot squabble last year. (Thu, 04 Sep 2008 10:47:39 GMT)
Lawyer gets 3-23 months in parking-lot death
In the end, Bucks County lawyer Richard Patton did go to prison. But not for long enough to satisfy the survivors of Patton's girlfriend, Heather Demou, who died in a fall from his truck during a parking-lot squabble last year. (Thu, 04 Sep 2008 10:53:12 GMT)
USA: Georgia Attorney General's Decision to Issue Davis Death Warrant 'An Appalling Display of Injustice,' Says ...
Amnesty International USA (AIUSA) is shocked that the State Attorney General?s office today has issued a death warrant for Troy Anthony Davis. Given that Mr. Davis has not been able to see justice served, the human rights organization maintains that the Georgia Board of Pardons and Paroles must prevent the execution. (Thu, 04 Sep 2008 12:40:47 GMT)
Lawyer Pleads Guilty In Foreclosure Fraud Scheme
A lawyer has pleaded guilty in what prosecutors have described as a $35 million scheme to defraud homeowners facing foreclosure. (Thu, 04 Sep 2008 13:43:27 GMT)
Attorney General to have dog at desk for day
PRINCETON - A "ruff" day of work is ahead at state Attorney General Martha Coakley's office. On Thursday, Coakley and 11 employees will partner with six... (Thu, 04 Sep 2008 14:02:06 GMT)
Lawyer: OJ Simpson ready for trial in Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS—O.J. Simpson's lawyer on Tuesday declared the former football star all set for jury selection to begin next week in his trial on allegations of robbing two sports memorabilia dealers at gunpoint almost a year ago. (Thu, 04 Sep 2008 15:03:22 GMT)
Facebook tests N.J. attorney general's 'abuse' icon
The popular social networking website Facebook has agreed to test replacing its own link for reporting abuse with a bigger one developed by the New Jersey Attorney General's Office. (Thu, 04 Sep 2008 15:23:29 GMT)
Dr. Bob Nelson to Deliver Keynote Address at The American Lawyer Law Firm Human Capital Forum
Incisive Media, publisher of The American Lawyer, announced today that best-selling author Dr. Bob Nelson of Nelson Motivation, Inc. will deliver the keynote address at its upcoming Law Firm Human Capital Forum, to take place September 24-25 2008 at The Harvard Club in New York City. The topic of Nelson's talk will be "The Rewards of Recognition: Motivating Today's Employees." Targeted to chief ... (Thu, 04 Sep 2008 16:01:06 GMT)
Lawyer Pleads Guilty In Foreclosure Fraud Scheme
A lawyer has pleaded guilty in what prosecutors have described as a $35 million dollar scheme to defraud homeowners facing foreclosure. (Thu, 04 Sep 2008 16:06:52 GMT)
Mayor, attorney give depositions in Bible park zoning dispute
County Mayor Ernest Burgess and County Attorney Jim Cope were among witnesses who gave depositions to attorneys behind closed doors Wednesday regarding a Blackman family's lawsuit over the failed rezoning for Bible Park USA. (Thu, 04 Sep 2008 16:31:17 GMT)
Board hires attorney to deal with Crew's contract
The Miami-Dade School Board on Thursday moved forward with plans to hire a special attorney to advise them on Superintendent Rudy Crew's contract. (Thu, 04 Sep 2008 17:01:02 GMT)
Attorney charged with failing to file tax returns
A Shreveport attorney has been indicted on charges he failed to file federal income tax returns for three straight years. Gordon Blackman Jr. , 50, was charged by the federal grand jury in Shreveport with three counts of failing to file income tax returns. He is scheduled to be arraigned (Thu, 04 Sep 2008 17:35:50 GMT)
Private lawyer hired for Palin in 'troopergate' probe
Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin — Republican John McCain's pick for vice president — now has a private lawyer representing her and others in the governor's office in an investigation into the firing of her public safety commissioner (Thu, 04 Sep 2008 18:43:05 GMT)
Palin lawyer, legislator tangling over 'troopergate' probe
The state has hired a private lawyer to represent Gov. Sarah Palin's office in the legislature's investigation into the firing of former Public Safety Commissioner Walt Monegan. The lawyer already has challenged whether lawmakers even have authority to oversee the inquiry. (Thu, 04 Sep 2008 18:43:45 GMT)
Lawyer: Man charged with killing actor's friend
LOS ANGELES (AP) - A defense lawyer says his client has been charged with stabbing actor Ashton Kutcher's 1-time girlfriend to death in 2001 in the Hollywood Hills and with the 2005 murder of another woman. (Thu, 04 Sep 2008 18:47:43 GMT)
Defense attorney: No plea bargain yet in Wilberger murder case
An attorney for accused killer Joel Courtney said there would be no plea bargain announced Friday. Steven L Krasik said the defense team wasn't finished looking through the 26,011 pages of documents they obtained from prosecutors in July. (Thu, 04 Sep 2008 19:55:28 GMT)
Defense attorney says McKnight didn't plan Oakland killings
Former sailor didn't premeditate murders of five young women in 1985, defense attorney says. (Thu, 04 Sep 2008 19:58:25 GMT)
Judge talks convicted murderer Andrew Allred out of firing attorney
A judge today talked convicted murderer Andrew Allred out of firing his attorney. (Thu, 04 Sep 2008 20:56:04 GMT)
Pakistani Tortured, Her Attorney Says
NEW YORK, Sept. 4 -- The attorney for an American-trained behavioral scientist charged with trying to kill U.S. personnel in July said in court Thursday that she believes that her client was imprisoned and tortured for several years before the incident and now could be mentally incompetent. (Thu, 04 Sep 2008 21:00:29 GMT)
Kilpatrick's lawyer: Deck was stacked against mayor
Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick's chief lawyer says he agreed to plead guilty after weighing the impact on his family and deciding he no longer could effectively govern. (Thu, 04 Sep 2008 21:49:15 GMT)
State Bar launches 'find a lawyer' directory
Posted: 1:49 PM- The Utah State Bar has launched a new Web site in an effort to help people seek attorneys and better understand how to successfully work with a lawyer. (Thu, 04 Sep 2008 23:45:03 GMT)
County Attorney wants players trials held together
IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) - The Johnson County Attorney's office has filed a motion asking that two former University of Iowa football players be tried together in a sexual assault case. (Thu, 04 Sep 2008 23:46:23 GMT)
Slaying Suspect Can Act As Own Attorney, Judge Says
BARTOW - Leon Davis won the right to act as his own attorney when he stands trial in the slayings of five people during two attacks in December. (Thu, 04 Sep 2008 23:50:49 GMT)
County Attorney wants players trials held together
Associated Press - September 4, 2008 7:44 PM ET IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) - The Johnson County Attorney's office has filed a motion asking that two former University of Iowa football players be... (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 00:02:19 GMT)
Attorney-Client Privilege Becomes Key Issue in Suit Against Law Firm
Positive Software Solutions upped the ante in its request for sanctions against Susman Godfrey by filing a pleading that includes once-privileged attorney-client communications between Susman and New Century, a former Susman client and longtime adversary with which the software developer entered into a settlement. Positive Software's use of information from that settlement could have serious ... (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 01:09:40 GMT)
Lawyer Pleads Guilty in $35 Million Foreclosure Fraud Scheme
A lawyer has pleaded guilty in what prosecutors have described as a $35 million dollar scheme to defraud homeowners facing foreclosure. Authorities say the conspiracy to commit mail and wire fraud occurred while Richard Allison did legal work for companies that offered services to homeowners in financial trouble. (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 01:23:11 GMT)
Joc-Joc in RP jail by Christmas, lawyer claims
MANILA, Philippines - After being denied asylum on his birthday last August 27, former Agriculture undersecretary Jocelyn Bolante may spend Christmas in a Philippine jail, a civil society lawyer claimed Friday. (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 01:43:18 GMT)
Nassau attorney removed from pension system
Attorney Carol Hoffman, who was improperly listed as an employee of four Nassau County school districts, has had her membership in the state retirement system revoked, state Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli said yesterday. (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 03:25:55 GMT)
Palin's lawyer has already questioned 2 witnesses
Associated Press - September 4, 2008 11:43 PM ET ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) - The lawyer for Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin has begun questioning witnesses who potentially could testify against her in a... (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 03:43:36 GMT)
Palin’s lawyer has already questioned 2 witnesses
Thu, Sep 4, 2008 (8:57 p.m.) The lawyer for Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin has begun questioning witnesses who potentially could testify against her in a probe of whether she abused her public office by firing the state public safety commissioner. (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 04:02:18 GMT)
Lawyer says cops' rights violated
TRENTON -- A lawyer representing six city police officers re cently placed on "restricted duty" yesterday filed a court motion seek ing that the officers be reinstated to full duty and have their guns and badges returned. (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 04:10:45 GMT)
Palin's lawyer has already questioned 2 witnesses
The lawyer for Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin has begun questioning witnesses who potentially could testify against her in a probe of whether she abused her public office by firing the state public safety commissioner. (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 04:29:55 GMT)
Palin's lawyer has already questioned 2 witnesses
The lawyer for Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin has begun questioning witnesses who potentially could testify against her in a probe of whether she abused her public office by firing the state public safety commissioner. The Associated Press learned Thursday night that at least two of the potential witnesses were questioned by the attorney for Palin, the Republican vice presidential nominee. The ... (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 04:33:27 GMT)
Mill's Attorney Questions Whereabouts of Records
Where are boxes of missing evidentiary records? That's what the attorney for Margaret Mills wants to know. (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 04:35:05 GMT)
Palin's lawyer has already questioned 2 witnesses
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) _ The lawyer for Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin has begun questioning witnesses who potentially could testify against her in a probe of whether she abused her public office by firing the state public safety commissioner. (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 05:21:42 GMT)
Investigators turn St. HOPE report over to U.S. attorney
Federal agents investigating the use of taxpayer dollars by Kevin Johnson's St. HOPE have turned the case over to the U.S. Attorney's Office in Sacramento, officials confirmed Thursday. (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 07:05:04 GMT)
Palin lawyer, legislator tangling over 'troopergate' probe
The state has hired a private lawyer to represent Gov. Sarah Palin's office in the legislature's investigation into the firing of former Public Safety Commissioner Walt Monegan. The lawyer already has challenged whether lawmakers even have authority to oversee the inquiry. (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 07:57:22 GMT)
Private lawyer hired for Palin in 'troopergate' probe
Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin — Republican John McCain's pick for vice president — now has a private lawyer representing her and others in the governor's office in an investigation into the firing of her public safety commissioner (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 08:00:42 GMT)
Birmingham lawyer Kathryn Harrington, who served with McCain, remembers him with respect, even though he won't get her ...
Birmingham lawyer Kathryn Harrington recalls the first time she met John McCain. It was in the ready room at Naval Air Station Cecil Field in Jacksonville, Fla. McCain was not a senator then but a commander, and she was not a lawyer but Ensign Kathryn Sumrall. (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 08:19:10 GMT)
Lawyer will drop charge if McGreevey pays ex-wife
TRENTON - A lawyer for Dina Matos says she will drop a charge that she was duped into marrying former New Jersey Gov. Jim E. McGreevey if he agrees to pay her $109,000 that a judge says he owes. (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 08:24:30 GMT)
Kenya: Lawyer Denies Conning Colleague
A Nairobi lawyer was Thursday charged with obtaining Sh3 million from a fellow advocate by pretending that he could sell a plot valued at Sh30 million to the latter's client. (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 08:47:32 GMT)
Baldwin County, Alabama DA, attorney for capital murder defendant clash
BAY MINETTE — The attorney for the man facing the death penalty for allegedly murdering service station owner Arthur "Bobby" Wilson last year continued to argue Thursday that the Baldwin County District Attorney's Office is withholding evidence. (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 09:16:41 GMT)
Palin’s lawyer has already questioned 2 witnesses
Fri, Sep 5, 2008 (2:03 a.m.) So far, the lawyer for Sarah Palin, the Alaska governor and Republican vice presidential candidate, has done a masterful job of handling a controversy known as "Troopergate." (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 09:17:10 GMT)
Shreveport attorney indicted
SHREVEPORT, La. -- A Shreveport attorney has been indicted on charges he failed to file federal income tax returns for three straight years. (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 09:25:16 GMT)
Shreveport attorney indicted
Associated Press - September 5, 2008 5:14 AM ET SHREVEPORT, La. (AP) - A Shreveport attorney has been indicted on charges he failed to file federal income tax returns for three straight... (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 09:28:37 GMT)
Consult a lawyer if you co-sign loan
Consult a lawyer to clarify your obligations when co-signing a loan, says Bankrate car columnist Terry Jackson. (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 10:00:00 GMT)
Killer, eager to speed up case, drops request to fire his attorney
SANFORD - No one wants the case of the State of Florida v. Andrew Allred to be over more than Allred himself.So, for a second time in recent months, Allred has tried to fire his attorney, frustrated with what he deems a slow pace. (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 10:34:30 GMT)
Palin's lawyer has already questioned 2 witnesses
The lawyer for Sarah Palin, the Alaska governor and Republican vice presidential candidate, is moving swiftly to head off the controversy known as "Troopergate." (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 11:07:29 GMT)
Attorney general wants child killer to stay out of NH
CONCORD -- Attorney General Kelly Ayotte is trying to keep the killer of a 12-year-old Nashua boy from returning to New Hampshire. Raymond Guay poses "an unacceptable public safety risk to our citizens" if he were to return to New Hampshire, Ayotte wrote in a letter to Thomas K. Tarr, the chief U.S. ... - By MICHAEL CLEVELAND Staff Writer (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 11:18:46 GMT)
Palin's lawyer heads off probe, questions witnesses
ANCHORAGE, Alaska - The lawyer for Sarah Palin, the Alaska governor and Republican vice presidential candidate, is moving swiftly to head off a controversy over whether she pressured a state official to fire a state trooper involved in a messy divorce with her sister. (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 11:55:38 GMT)
Texas attorney general backs inquiry on district attorney, judge in execution case
The Texas attorney general's office on Thursday took the unusual step of joining the defense in saying that death row inmate Charles Dean Hood should not die until after an investigation into an alleged romantic relationship at the time of his trial between the prosecutor and judge. (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 12:37:49 GMT)
Palin's lawyer moving fast in 'troopergate'
ANCHORAGE, Alaska - The lawyer for Sarah Palin, the Alaska governor and Republican vice presidential candidate, is moving swiftly to head off a controversy over whether she... (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 15:12:02 GMT)
Maine lawyer going to prison on tax charges
There was no extortion. No lavish vacations. No gambling debts. No drug addiction. Instead, a former partner in a major Maine law firm stole more than $300,000 simply because he felt he needed greater savings, his lawyer said. (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 15:17:33 GMT)
Palin's Lawyer Has Already Questioned Two Witnesses
The lawyer for Sarah Palin, the Alaska governor and Republican vice presidential candidate, is moving swiftly to head off the controversy known as "Troopergate." With the country's attention focused on Palin the national candidate, lawyer Thomas Van Flein has worked aggressively to undermine an Alaskan legislative inquiry and has started questioning potentially damaging witnesses against the ... (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 15:23:22 GMT)
Lawyer: Rangel didn't report rental income
WASHINGTON, Sept. 5 (UPI) -- A lawyer for U.S. Rep. Charles B. Rangel, D-N.Y., alleges the congressman hasn't paid taxes on money earned from a rental property he owns. (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 15:49:34 GMT)
Melton Hires Attorney, Recio Still Needs One
Mayor Frank Melton has hired an attorney to represent him in federal court. (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 16:30:37 GMT)
Former Kilpatrick Lawyer Parkman Didn't Like Plea Deal
Former Kilpatrick lawyer Jim Parkman discusses the mayor's plea deal. (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 16:45:14 GMT)
Pallone concerned about politicking by US attorney
TRENTON, N.J. - Congressman Frank Pallone wants to know how far U.S. Attorney Chris Christie can go in exploring a campaign for New Jersey governor while remaining in his current job. (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 17:40:02 GMT)
Polygamist Leader’s Daughter Must Keep Attorney
The daughter of jailed polygamist leader Warren Jeffs won’t be allowed to dump the attorney who represents her in a Texas child custody case. (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 17:45:29 GMT)
Oneida Street murder suspect's case goes to District Attorney's Office
The case of the 22-year-old Utica man accused of killing a Camden resident is being referred to the Oneida County District Attorney's Officer for possible grand jury action. (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 18:08:01 GMT)
Ex-husband 'was involved' in death of Keller, admits his attorney
BREAKING NEWS: Erwin Howard's attorney admitted in court Friday morning that his client "was involved" in the death of South Bay real estate agent Julia "Deede" Keller. Howard is Keller's ex-husband. RELATED LINKS: » BLOG: Keep up to date with South Bay crime and court news » BLOG: Track South Bay court cases (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 18:43:59 GMT)
Attorney: Lake Delton Officials Did Nothing Wrong
The village of Lake Delton attorney said that the officials will be issuing a press release Friday after some former lakeside property owners filed a notice of claim against the village, its board and some of its employees. (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 18:51:36 GMT)
County Attorney wants trials held together
Friday, September 05, 2008 at 1:39 p.m. (AP) -- The Johnson County Attorney's office has filed a motion asking that two former University of Iowa football players be tried together in a sexual assault case. (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 18:52:26 GMT)
City hires itself different attorney
A new city attorney has been appointed to provide legal counsel at Woodland City Council and staff meetings. Andrew J. Morris of Best, Best & Krieger was selected to replace Anne Siprelle, of the same firm, who had been Woodland's city attorney for the past 17 years. (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 18:54:34 GMT)
Attorney Says Overstreet Did Not Follow Through On Promise To Schools
The attorney for former Sheriff Billy Long said the cooperating witness against him - the Rev. Eugene Overstreet - made a $100,000 pledge to the Hamilton County Schools in 2002 and did not fulfill it. (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 19:58:13 GMT)
Judge declines lawyer's offer to strip
NEW YORK, Sept. 5 (UPI) -- Courtroom theatrics approached the risque in New York when a lawyer offered to remove her own clothes to demonstrate a jailhouse strip search. (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 20:29:08 GMT)
Pallone concerned about politicking by US attorney
U.S. Rep. Frank Pallone wants to know how far U.S. Attorney Chris Christie can go in exploring a campaign for New Jersey governor while remaining in his current job. (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 20:45:19 GMT)
Bank robber suspect slaps attorney in courtroom
WACO, Texas (AP) - A suspected bank robber slapped his attorney in the face in federal court, then had handcuffs slapped on him. Marvin Goodlow Washington slapped his attorney just before a hearing was to begin Thursday in Waco. The attorney appeared stunned but wasn't seriously hurt. (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 21:27:55 GMT)
Student loan companies in settlement talks with NY attorney general to reform practices
September 5, 2008 - 5:20 p.m. NEW YORK (AP) - The attorney general of New York is negotiating settlements with eight student loan companies to reform deceptive practices in the industry. A particular focus is the marketing of products so they appear to be federal loans, an official said Friday. (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 21:49:39 GMT)
Waco bank robbery suspect slaps his attorney in court
A suspected bank robber slapped his attorney in the face in federal court, then had handcuffs slapped on him. (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 21:54:56 GMT)
Muslim lawyer wins bin Laden remark payout
A Muslim lawyer who was suspended from work by the Crown Prosecution Service after joking she was treated like a friend of Osama bin Laden has been awarded a record £600,000 payout for racial discrimination, it emerged last night. (Fri, 05 Sep 2008 21:59:22 GMT)
Courtroom Kiss Lands FW Attorney in Trouble
A prominent Fort Worth attorney is defending himself after a courtroom kiss got him into trouble with the law. Jerry Loftin says he meant nothing by it and the whole thing has been blown out of proportion. (Sat, 06 Sep 2008 00:02:52 GMT)
Lawyer who told 9/11 joke awarded payout
An Asian lawyer who was suspended after joking that she was a “friend” of Osama bin Laden’s two weeks after the September 11 attacks has been awarded £600,000 ($1,060,980) in compensation after a seven-year legal battle. (Sat, 06 Sep 2008 01:22:11 GMT)
Estate Switch Validated, Cutting Out Widow of 'Erin Brockovich' Lawyer
Edward Masry, the trial lawyer who made headlines in life, continues to shape the law -- albeit probate law -- in death. A California appeals court has validated a trust that Masry created weeks before his death that left control of his assets to two of his children, and not to his wife of 13 years. Masry's widow contends that her husband improperly shifted assets, including an interest in the ... (Sat, 06 Sep 2008 01:38:44 GMT)
Recio Hires Attorney
JPD detective Michael Recio has a new attorney for his upcoming federal trial. (Sat, 06 Sep 2008 02:15:37 GMT)
Bank robber suspect slaps attorney in courtroom
WACO, Texas -- A suspected bank robber slapped his attorney in the face in federal court, then had handcuffs slapped on him. Marvin Goodlow Washington, 27, is charged with taking... (Sat, 06 Sep 2008 02:46:12 GMT)
Riverside County district attorney's office criticizes judge
By JOSE ARBALLO JR. The Press-Enterprise The Riverside County district attorney's office is criticizing the incoming presiding judge, saying he is too lenient in sentencing and appears more concerned about defendants than victims. (Sat, 06 Sep 2008 02:51:01 GMT)
Riverside County district attorney's office criticizes judge
By JOSE ARBALLO JR. The Press-Enterprise The Riverside County district attorney's office is criticizing the incoming presiding judge, saying he is too lenient in sentencing and appears more concerned about defendants than victims. (Sat, 06 Sep 2008 02:59:10 GMT)
Lawyer charged after allegedly asking to tickle children
GLEN CARBON - A Glen Carbon lawyer was charged Friday with four misdemeanor counts for allegedly alarming parents by approaching them and asking to tickle their children. (Sat, 06 Sep 2008 03:00:14 GMT)
Rangel had no-interest loan for 10 years, attorney says
Rep. Charles Rangel, a powerful House committee chairman, paid no mortgage interest on a beach-resort property for more than 10 years, his attorney said yesterday. (Sat, 06 Sep 2008 04:12:56 GMT)
Lawyer will drop charge if McGreevey pays ex-wife
TRENTON - A lawyer for Dina Matos says she will drop a charge that she was duped into marrying former New Jersey Gov. Jim E. McGreevey if he agrees to pay her $109,000 that a judge says he owes. (Sat, 06 Sep 2008 05:15:51 GMT)
Fort Worth attorney accused of kissing court reporter faces trial
By MARTHA DELLER For 35 years, Fort Worth attorney Jerry Loftin has represented everyone from lowly drunk drivers to high-profile murderers. Loftin now finds himself on the other side of the defense table. Next month, he is scheduled to go on trial for kissing a Johnson County court reporter. He was cited for assault by offensive contact, a Class C misdemeanor that carries a maximum $500 fine. ... (Sat, 06 Sep 2008 05:29:48 GMT)
Judge: FLDS leader's daughter must keep her lawyer
A daughter of jailed polygamist sect leader Warren Jeffs will not be allowed to dump her court-appointed lawyer in the child custody case. Texas District Judge Barbara Walther ruled late Thursday, after hours of fighting among the attorneys, that Natalie Malonis would continue to represent the 17-year-old girl. (Sat, 06 Sep 2008 05:40:51 GMT)
Melton's ex-guard hires new lawyer
One of Mayor Frank Melton's former bodyguards has hired a new lawyer to represent him in his federal trial, according to a court document filed Friday. (Sat, 06 Sep 2008 06:26:21 GMT)
L.A. County district attorney investigates politicians over campaign committee
State Sen. Alex Padilla and L.A. City Councilman Tony Cardenas are at the center of a probe to determine if they had illegal control of the panel, sources say. The Los Angeles County district attorney has opened an investigation into whether two San Fernando Valley politicians illegally exceeded election spending limits by raising money through an independent campaign committee, sources ... (Sat, 06 Sep 2008 07:16:52 GMT)
Pa. District Attorney candidate criticizes radio ads
HARRISBURG - The Democratic nominee for state attorney general has criticized incumbent Tom Corbett for spending hundreds of thousands of taxpayer dollars on public service announcements in the Philadelphia region. (Sat, 06 Sep 2008 07:47:05 GMT)
Pa. District Attorney candidate criticizes radio ads
HARRISBURG - The Democratic nominee for state attorney general has criticized incumbent Tom Corbett for spending hundreds of thousands of taxpayer dollars on public service announcements in the Philadelphia region. (Sat, 06 Sep 2008 07:54:52 GMT)
Attorney asks judge not to toss motion
The attorney for the Press-Citizen has asked a Sixth District Judge not to toss out a motion asking the judge to reconsider providing an index of documents to the newspaper. (Sat, 06 Sep 2008 08:31:21 GMT)
Afghan provincial attorney killed in suicide raid
Source: Reuters HERAT, Afghanistan, Sept 6 (Reuters) - A suicide bomber blew himself up in the offices of an Afghan provincial attorney on Saturday killing him, his son and a clerk, the provincial government said. ... (Sat, 06 Sep 2008 08:50:39 GMT)
U.S. attorney wants Peraica to pull campaign flier
U.S. Attorney Patrick Fitzgerald has asked Tony Peraica, the Republican candidate for Cook County state's attorney, to stop passing out a campaign flier that Fitzgerald believes is misleading. (Sat, 06 Sep 2008 09:18:13 GMT)
Asian lawyer who said she was 'Bin Laden's friend' awarded £600,000 race discrimination pay out
An Asian lawyer who was suspended after telling a court security guard she was a 'friend of Bin Laden's' has won a £600,000 record pay out for race discrimination. (Sat, 06 Sep 2008 09:44:11 GMT)
Prominent Durban lawyer and family slain
Prominent Durban lawyer Naren Sham and his family have been murdered in an attack at his home in Stamford Hill, Durban. Police say four armed men entered Sham's home and attacked him, his wife Meera and 20-year-old son Kavir. (Sat, 06 Sep 2008 10:09:31 GMT)
UK lawyer wins case over bin Laden joke
A British Muslim lawyer has won an apology and a record compensation payout after she was suspended for making a joke about Osama bin Laden , officials said. (Sat, 06 Sep 2008 10:54:11 GMT)
US attorney asks GOP candidate to withdraw flier
CHICAGO (AP) - U.S. Attorney Patrick Fitzgerald has asked Tony Peraica, the Republican candidate for Cook County State's Attorney to stop passing out a campaign flier that Fitzgerald says looks like Peraica is claiming his endorsement. (Sat, 06 Sep 2008 11:05:52 GMT)
Attorney among six killed in Afghan suicide blast: governor
A suicide bomber disguised as a beggar blew himself up inside a government building in Afghanistan Saturday, killing a state prosecutor and five other people, a provincial governor said. (Sat, 06 Sep 2008 12:10:36 GMT)
Muslim lawyer wins payout over Bin Laden joke
A British Muslim lawyer has won an apology and a record compensation payout after she was suspended for making a joke about Osama bin Laden, officials and reports said Saturday. (Sat, 06 Sep 2008 12:37:00 GMT)
Muslim lawyer wins payout over Bin Laden joke
A British Muslim lawyer has won an apology and a record compensation payout after she was suspended for making a joke about Osama bin Laden, officials and reports said Saturday. (Sat, 06 Sep 2008 12:37:33 GMT)
Afghan provincial attorney killed in suicide raid
Source: Reuters (Adds NATO soldiers killed) HERAT, Afghanistan, Sept 6 (Reuters) - A suicide bomber blew himself up in the offices of an Afghan provincial attorney on Saturday killing him, his son and a clerk, the ... (Sat, 06 Sep 2008 16:50:39 GMT)
Muslim lawyer gets 600,000 pounds racial discrimination award over bin Laden remark
London, Sep 6 : A British Muslim lawyer, who was suspended from work by the Crown Prosecution Service after joking she was treated like a friend of Osama bin Laden, has been awarded a record 600,000 pound payout for racial discrimination. (Sat, 06 Sep 2008 16:51:18 GMT)
Judge Pope Rejects Defense Attorney’s Motions In Fire Case
Circuit Judge Sam Pope, in a written opinion filed Thursday, July 31, denied two motions filed in June by Robert Bridewell, the attorney representing Joel David "Luke" Holland. (Sat, 06 Sep 2008 17:34:31 GMT)
Bank Robber Suspect Slaps Attorney in Courtroom
A suspected bank robber slapped his attorney in the face in federal court, then had handcuffs slapped on him. (Sat, 06 Sep 2008 17:34:39 GMT)
Iranian Lawyer: Issuing 6 month imprisonment for the 4 members of Campaign is in contradiction with international ...
Nasrin Sotoudeh the acting lawyer reported on the 6 month imprisonment of her clients, the 4 activists of the Campaign for One Million Signatures, Parvin Ardalan, Jelveh Javaheri, Nahid Keshavarz and Maryam Hossein khah. -Feminist School (Sat, 06 Sep 2008 17:54:52 GMT)
US attorney asks GOP candidate to withdraw flier
U.S. Attorney Patrick Fitzgerald has asked Tony Peraica, the Republican candidate for Cook County State's Attorney to stop passing out a campaign flier that Fitzgerald says looks like Peraica is claiming his endorsement. (Sat, 06 Sep 2008 19:22:26 GMT)
Defense attorney group criticizes charges against S. Florida lawyer
Trial of prominent lawyer would chill practice, group says The nation's principal organization of defense attorneys is backing a prominent South Florida lawyer against federal money laundering charges, calling the prosecution an assault on a defendant's right to counsel. (Sat, 06 Sep 2008 19:25:10 GMT)
B.C attorney general talks to Virk family as Ellard case faces 4th trial
VANCOUVER - B.C.'s attorney general says he sympathizes with the family of Reena Virk as her twice-convicted killer faces the possibility of a fourth trial. (Sat, 06 Sep 2008 20:05:00 GMT)
B.C attorney general talks to Virk family as Ellard case faces 4th trial
VANCOUVER - B.C.'s attorney general said Saturday he sympathizes with the family of Reena Virk as the woman twice convicted of killing her faces the possibility of a fourth trial. (Sat, 06 Sep 2008 20:24:09 GMT)
L.A. County district attorney investigates politicians over campaign committee
State Sen. Alex Padilla and L.A. City Councilman Tony Cardenas are at the center of a probe to determine if they had illegal control of the panel, sources say. The Los Angeles County district attorney has opened an investigation into whether two San Fernando Valley politicians illegally exceeded election spending limits by raising money through an independent campaign committee, sources ... (Sat, 06 Sep 2008 20:39:27 GMT)
County attorney: Legislature must address decency code
An Iowa Supreme Court ruling Friday on an apparent loophole in the indecent exposure law might force the legislature to address the code, according to the Pottawattamie County Attorney. (Sat, 06 Sep 2008 22:04:02 GMT)
Accidental lawyer finds true path to her soul
MANILA, Philippines—In the Philippines, when you say you’re a lawyer, people react in different ways. You sometimes get respect or deference, sometimes a bit of awe. (Sat, 06 Sep 2008 22:13:43 GMT)
Bulger lawyer says brothers lost touch
FBI agents hoping to find a computer trail leading to fugitive gangster James "Whitey" Bulger aren't going to find any clues on his brother's computer, according to the brother's lawyer. (Sat, 06 Sep 2008 23:21:36 GMT)
Lawyer wins $1M after bin Laden joke
BRADFORD, England, Sept. 6 (UPI) -- A lawyer suspended by a British prosecutor's office for joking she was Osama bin Laden's "friend" should receive $1.05 million, an employment panel ruled. (Sat, 06 Sep 2008 23:34:42 GMT)
Lawyer wins $1M after bin Laden joke
A lawyer suspended by a British prosecutor's office for joking she was Osama bin Laden's friend should receive $1.05 million, an employment panel ruled.Halima Aziz, who worked for the Crown Prosecution Service in Bradford, England, was wrongly accused of provoking a riot, expressing anti-U.S. sentiments and associating herself with the wanted terrorist leader, the Employment Appeal Tribunal ... (Sat, 06 Sep 2008 23:40:07 GMT)
Lawyer asks for charges against Kiwi to be struck out
The lawyer for a New Zealand man accused of plotting to kill Fiji interim Prime Minister Frank Bainimarama has asked a judge to have the charges against him dismissed. (Sun, 07 Sep 2008 00:10:55 GMT)
Election 2008 preview: Ohio attorney general
COLUMBUS — Blame Marc Dann. For the sexual harassment scandal in his office? Well, that too. But Dann's resignation and fall from grace is also the reason Ohioans are voting for an attorney general to fill out the remaining two years on Dann's original four-year term. (Sun, 07 Sep 2008 04:27:27 GMT)
ESTATE PLANNING column: You need a power of attorney
Q: Why do I need a power of attorney? Is it really that important to have one? (Sun, 07 Sep 2008 05:45:36 GMT)
NJ congressman seeks probe of US attorney
A congressman from the New Jersey shore area is asking the U.S. Attorney General to investigate whether the state’s top federal prosecutor is violating the law by running a stealth campaign for governor. (Sun, 07 Sep 2008 06:00:51 GMT)
Roxbury attorney holds the key to revival of Hendry Street 3-decker
A condemned triple-decker in the heart of a Dorchester neighborhood blighted by the nation's foreclosure crisis is now in the hands of an attorney charged with making... (Sun, 07 Sep 2008 06:01:51 GMT)
Fox, Bullock Go To-Toe-Toe in Attorney General Race
HELENA — In the quiet political landscape of the upcoming statewide election, one race has the potential to make a lot of noise. The bid for attorney general pits two skilled candidates Democrat Steve Bullock, of Helena, and Republican Tim Fox, also of Helena in a wide open race. (Sun, 07 Sep 2008 06:09:01 GMT)
Inmate death under investigation by district attorney
The Harris County District Attorney’s Office is investigating a case in which an inmate died while in the custody of the Baytown Police Department (BPD). (Sun, 07 Sep 2008 06:11:39 GMT)
Lawyer who told 9/11 joke awarded payout: a report
LONDON, Sept 06 (APP)- An Asian lawyer of Pakistan origin who was suspended after joking that she was a “friend” of Osama bin Laden’s two weeks after the September 11 attacks has been awarded 600,000 pounds in compensation after a seven-year legal battle, reports ‘The Financial Times’. (Sun, 07 Sep 2008 06:24:02 GMT)
Lawyer cleared in police suit deal
A lawyer who served as a mediator in the $8.4-million police whistle-blower lawsuit settlement that eventually became Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick's undoing, did nothing improper, according to the Michigan Attorney Grievance Commission. (Sun, 07 Sep 2008 07:37:30 GMT)
Charles O'Brien, prominent S.F. lawyer, dies
Charles O'Brien, a longtime San Francisco lawyer who was second in command at the state attorney general's office in the 1960s and narrowly lost an election for attorney general in 1970, died at his Danville home Thursday, two days after he turned 83. Mr. O'... (Sun, 07 Sep 2008 07:40:04 GMT)
SU lawyer says no way to township amusement tax
A lawyer for Shippensburg University says the university will go to court rather than cooperate in the collection of an amusement tax adopted in Shippensburg Township. (Sun, 07 Sep 2008 07:52:14 GMT)
District attorney gives to police department
The Deer Park Police Department received a check from the Harris County District Attorney’s Office last week to fund the department with a new video recording system for police vehicles. (Sun, 07 Sep 2008 08:16:21 GMT)
Ex-Bangladesh PM Zia to be freed this week: lawyer
Detained former Bangladeshi premier Khaleda Zia has appealed for bail in two remaining graft cases, paving the way for her release from custody this week, her lawyer said Sunday. (Sun, 07 Sep 2008 08:53:21 GMT)
Final arguments heard in race for district attorney
Candidates for Menominee-Shawano County District Attorney faced off in a public forum Saturday morning for a last chance to make their arguments ahead of Tuesday’s election. (Sun, 07 Sep 2008 10:39:39 GMT)
State U.S. attorney does homework on insulin dependency
Ed Kubo Jr. has a high-stress job that often keeps him working into the early hours of the morning. But Hawai'i's U.S. attorney still makes time to educate himself about his type 2 diabetes — and also uses a Web site to help track his blood glucose levels. (Sun, 07 Sep 2008 11:18:31 GMT)
Attorney under scrutiny after filing questionable suits
When local attorney Don Cooksey failed to show for a hearing before a Bowie County Justice of the Peace on Aug. 27, the former client who sued him received a default judgment against him. (Sun, 07 Sep 2008 12:53:10 GMT)
ESTATE PLANNING column: You need a power of attorney
Q: Why do I need a power of attorney? Is it really that important to have one? (Sun, 07 Sep 2008 19:17:16 GMT)
Rahy's Attorney captures $1 million Woodbine Mile for berth in Breeders' Cup event
TORONTO - Canadian-owned Rahy's Attorney, a 12-1 longshot, captured a shocking win in the $1-million Woodbine Mile on Sunday. (Sun, 07 Sep 2008 22:04:00 GMT)
Rahy's Attorney crosses first in Woodbine Mile
Canadian-owned Rahy's Attorney won the $1 million Woodbine Mile on Sunday, while favored Kip Deville faded to finish a distant fifth. With the win, Rahy's Attorney clinched a berth in the Breeders' Cup Mile on Oct. 25 in Santa Anita Park in California. Kip Deville, North America's top-ranked turf miler, took the early lead, but couldn't hold it coming around the turn. Kip Deville managed to get ... (Sun, 07 Sep 2008 22:22:55 GMT)
Rahy's Attorney crosses first in Woodbine Mile
Canadian-owned Rahy's Attorney won the $1 million Woodbine Mile on Sunday, while favored Kip Deville faded to finish a distant fifth. With the win, Rahy's Attorney clinched a berth in the Breeders' Cup Mile on Oct. 25 in Santa Anita Park in California. Kip Deville, North America's top-ranked turf miler, took the early lead, but couldn't hold it coming around the turn. Kip Deville managed to get ... (Sun, 07 Sep 2008 22:22:55 GMT)
Rahy's Attorney wins Woodbine Mile
TORONTO (AP) -Canadian-owned Rahy's Attorney won the $1 million Woodbine Mile on Sunday, while favored Kip Deville faded to finish a distant fifth. With the win, Rahy's Attorney clinched a berth in the Breeders' Cup Mile on Oct. 25 in Santa Anita Park in California. (Sun, 07 Sep 2008 22:52:09 GMT)
Rahy's Attorney Steals Woodbine Mile
Rahy’s Attorney pulled off a shocker in the $1-million Woodbine Mile (Can-IT) ( VIDEO ) Sept. 7, taking over in mid-turn and then powering to a 1 1/4-length victory under Slade Callaghan while 1-2 favorite Kip Deville faded to fifth. (Sun, 07 Sep 2008 23:02:26 GMT)
Rahy’s Attorney steals the show in Woodbine Mile
Rahy’s Attorney stole the spotlight from multiple Grade 1 winner Kip Deville as he launched his winning bid on the turn and was fully extended to win the $1,013,938 Woodbine Mile Stakes (Can-G1) on Sunday at Woodbine. (Sun, 07 Sep 2008 23:26:56 GMT)
The Attorney General Campaign - 9/7/2008
He has a lengthy legal resume', but his name is not well known statewide. That is Mike Crites major challenge over the next 60 days if he wants to become Ohio attorney general. The 1966 ShawneeHigh School graduate recently spoke before a hometown crowd at the Allen County G.O.P. Luncheon. (Sun, 07 Sep 2008 23:50:51 GMT)
Rahy's Attorney wins Woodbine Mile
Associated Press - September 7, 2008 7:45 PM ET TORONTO (AP) - Canadian-owned Rahy's Attorney won the $1 million Woodbine Mile on Sunday, while favored Kip Deville faded to finish a distant... (Mon, 08 Sep 2008 00:04:53 GMT)
Woodbine Mile win sends Rahy's Attorney to Breeders' Cup
Rahy's Attorney, ridden by Slade Callaghan, took the lead on the turn for home and went on to win Sunday's $1 million Woodbine Mile at Woodbine Racecourse. Odds-on favorite Kip Deville, 2007 Breeders' Cup Mile champ, faltered down the stretch to finish off the board. (Mon, 08 Sep 2008 01:36:24 GMT)
High Profile Attorney--Bucky Buchanan--Sees Hard Times for O-J
Prominent local attorney James "Bucky" Buchanan has been following the O-J Simpson trial. He tells Eyewitness News he thinks there are going to be problems seating an impartial jury. (Mon, 08 Sep 2008 02:16:41 GMT)
Election 2008 preview: Ohio attorney general
COLUMBUS — Blame Marc Dann. For the sexual harassment scandal in his office? Well, that too. But Dann's resignation and fall from grace is also the reason Ohioans are voting for an attorney general to fill out the remaining two years on Dann's original four-year term. (Mon, 08 Sep 2008 02:27:47 GMT)
Bryant's lawyer stole from clients
THE lawyer who acted for Port Arthur gunman Martin Bryant said the case changed his life forever as he appeared in court today for stealing from clients. (Mon, 08 Sep 2008 04:11:00 GMT)
Bryant's lawyer stole from clients
THE lawyer who acted for Port Arthur gunman Martin Bryant said the case changed his life forever as he appeared in court today for stealing from clients. (Mon, 08 Sep 2008 04:11:00 GMT)
Lawyer helps Iraqi refugees find their way to the U.S.
The war in Iraq has created an enormous opportunity for U.S. lawyers to help people who have fled their war-torn country to uncertain futures. (Mon, 08 Sep 2008 04:17:36 GMT)
Attorney general candidates discuss resumes
Editor's note: This is the second story in a two-part series on Montana's race for attorney general. HELENA - Democrat Steve Bullock and Republican Tim Fox are finalists in a uniquely public job interview: Both want to be Montana's next top lawyer, the attorney general. (Mon, 08 Sep 2008 06:09:58 GMT)
Fox, Bullock Go To-Toe-Toe in Attorney General Race
HELENA — In the quiet political landscape of the upcoming statewide election, one race has the potential to make a lot of noise. The bid for attorney general pits two skilled candidates Democrat Steve Bullock, of Helena, and Republican Tim Fox, also of Helena in a wide open race. (Mon, 08 Sep 2008 06:24:00 GMT)
Comelec recall budget only P5M, says lawyer
CITY OF SAN FERNANDO—The Commission on Elections has a budget for all recall cases this year of only P5 million, according to information obtained from the poll body by the lawyer of Pampanga Gov. Eddie Panlilio. (Mon, 08 Sep 2008 06:47:03 GMT)
PEOPLE: Attorney earns honor for work
Judith Charny of the Mount Laurel law firm of Charny, Charny & Karpousis was voted the top divorce attorney in the latest issue of South Jersey Magazine's "Awesome Attorneys." (Mon, 08 Sep 2008 07:20:53 GMT)
District attorney gives to police department
The Deer Park Police Department received a check from the Harris County District Attorney’s Office last week to fund the department with a new video recording system for police vehicles. (Mon, 08 Sep 2008 08:21:11 GMT)
Lindsay Brown — lawyer, teacher and community leader
Lindsay Brown, 50, a lawyer, teacher and community leader, died after a short battle with cancer. (Mon, 08 Sep 2008 09:19:32 GMT)
SU lawyer says no way to township amusement tax
A lawyer for Shippensburg University says the university will go to court rather than cooperate in the collection of an amusement tax adopted in Shippensburg Township. (Mon, 08 Sep 2008 09:35:46 GMT)
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