Attorney News Nov 2008
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Rabal Wins Attorney Post With 29 Percent
With about 29 percent of the vote, Brian Rabal is Centerton's new city attorney. (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 08:36:32 GMT)
Widow says former Texas attorney general Jim Mattox had heart attack
Former Texas Attorney General Jim Mattox died of a heart attack, his widow said Sunday. Mr. Mattox, who died in his sleep Thursday at his Dripping Springs, Texas, home, had no history of heart problems, said Marta Mattox. He was 65. (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 08:45:45 GMT)
iLaw adds lawyer number 10 to roster
Start-up IP boutique iLaw now employs 10 lawyers following the hire of former DLA Piper commercial lawyer Rachel Laurent. ... (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 09:55:19 GMT)
Attorney Generals Office files suit against Darque Tan for false ad claims
The Texas Attorney Generals Office has filed suit against a Houston-based tanning salon chain, citing false health claims made in their advertising campaign. (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 10:07:29 GMT)
Prosecution asks to disqualify Glazebrook attorney
WAHOO - The prosecution is asking that a defense attorney in the Jeffrey Glazebrook murder case be disqualified. (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 10:52:05 GMT)
Kroger appoints Leith associate attorney general
SALEM — Attorney General-elect John Kroger has named a veteran Oregon Justice Department lawyer for the No. 3 job in his office. (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 11:24:41 GMT)
British-Pakistani terror suspect still alive: lawyer
British-Pakistani terror suspect Rashid Rauf is still alive, his lawyer told the BBC on Monday, saying reports that he had died in a US missile attack in Pakistan were "fake." (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 11:29:32 GMT)
Sheik's lawyer: Settlement with Jackson a secret
A lawyer for Sheik Abdulla bin Hamad Al Khalifa of Bahrain says the details of his legal settlement with pop star Michael Jackson are to remain private. (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 11:31:04 GMT)
Sheik's lawyer: Settlement with Jackson a secret
A lawyer for Sheik Abdulla bin Hamad Al Khalifa of Bahrain says the details of his legal settlement with pop star Michael Jackson are to remain private. Attorney Bankim Thanki says the two sides have come to a confidential agreement that they will sign soon. Al Khalifa had claimed the singer pulled out of a planned a series of collaborations. The sheik sued Jackson and was seeking the return of ... (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 11:32:52 GMT)
Sheik's lawyer: Settlement with Jackson is secret
Associated Press - November 24, 2008 6:33 AM ET LONDON (AP) - A lawyer for Sheik Abdulla bin Hamad Al Khalifa of Bahrain says the details of his legal settlement with pop star Michael Jackson... (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 11:39:11 GMT)
Sheik's lawyer: Settlement with Jackson a secret
(The Associated Press) A lawyer for Sheik Abdulla bin Hamad Al Khalifa of Bahrain says the details of his legal settlement with pop star Michael Jackson are to remain private. Attorney Bankim Thanki says the two sides have come to a confidential agreement that they will sign soon. Al Khalifa had claimed the singer pulled out of a planned a series of collaborations. The sheik sued Jackson and was ... (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 11:39:46 GMT)
UK-Pakistani Terror Suspect Still Alive - Lawyer
LONDON (AFP)--U.K.-Pakistani terrorist suspect Rashid Rauf is still alive, his lawyer told the BBC on Monday, saying reports that he had died in a U.S. missile attack in Pakistan were "fake." (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 11:46:08 GMT)
Sheik’s lawyer: Settlement with Jackson is secret
Mon, Nov 24, 2008 (3:30 a.m.) A lawyer for Sheik Abdulla bin Hamad Al Khalifa of Bahrain says the details of his legal settlement with pop star Michael Jackson are to remain private. (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 11:47:23 GMT)
Ajamie LLP's Ann Ryan Robertson Named One of 30 'Extraordinary Women in Texas Law' By Texas Lawyer
Ajamie LLP attorney Ann Ryan Robertson's professional focus on international business law and her dedication to her alma mater's award-winning moot court program has led to her inclusion in Texas Lawyer's 2008 list of "Extraordinary Women in Texas Law." (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 12:00:00 GMT)
District Attorney Leon Cannizzaro, NOPD Superintendent Warren Riley to meet today
Jennifer Zdon / The Times-PicayuneDistrict Attorney Leon Cannizzaro talks with NOPD Superintendent Warren Riley at the New Orleans Police and Justice Foundation luncheon last week. A week after officially taking office, District Attorney Leon Cannizzaro is scheduled to meet today... (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 13:55:59 GMT)
Sheik's lawyer: Settlement with Jackson is secret
The details of pop star Michael Jackson's settlement with a Bahraini prince are to remain confidential, a lawyer for the royal said Monday. (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 15:40:37 GMT)
Michael J. Kelly's drive to succeed as an attorney lands him on bench with state Court of Appeals
Michael J. Kelly FLINT, Michigan -- Michael J. Kelly traded his law books for a map book to accomplish a difficult feat. The Flint trial attorney spent the better part of the year crisscrossing 58 counties, convincing voters to pick... (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 16:20:00 GMT)
Royal Palm Beach village attorney wins honors from League of Cities
Village Attorney Trela J. White has won the 2008 City Attorney of the Year award from the Florida League of Cities. (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 17:30:57 GMT)
Kerkorian Lawyer Sentenced to 3 Years for Wiretapping (Update1)
Nov. 24 (Bloomberg) -- Billionaire investor Kirk Kerkorian ’s lawyer, Terry Christensen , was sentenced to three years in prison for hiring a private investigator to wiretap the phone of Kerkorian’s ex-wife during a child-support dispute. (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 18:38:01 GMT)
NJ Attorney General Forces eHarmony to Launch Gay Matching Service
The New Jersey Attorney General's Division on Civil Rights has settled a case involving allegations that matching service eHarmony.com violated New Jersey's Law Against Discrimination (LAD) by failing to offer a same-sex matching service. (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 18:49:43 GMT)
Settlement with ex-AIG chief breaks down: lawyer
Efforts to settle a long-running fraud lawsuit against American International Group Inc's former chief, Maurice "Hank" Greenberg, have broken down amid the insurer's financial woes, a lawyer from the New York attorney general's office said on Monday. (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 18:55:35 GMT)
Settlement with ex-AIG chief breaks down: Lawyer
NEW YORK (Reuters)—Efforts to settle a long-running fraud lawsuit against American International Group Inc.'s former chief, Maurice R. Greenberg, have broken down amid the insurer's financial woes, a lawyer from the New York attorney general's office said on Monday. (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 19:01:19 GMT)
Attorney for acquitted man blasts prosecution
WOOLWICH — The attorney for the man accused of setting fire to Dot's Good Deals in Woolwich called his client's trial "one of the most outrageous cases I've ever seen or heard of." (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 19:12:04 GMT)
Top Gun DUI Defense Attorney(R) Myles L. Berman Speaks Out on The Al Rantel Show Broadcasting Live From LA
Top Gun DUI Defense Attorney® Myles L. Berman is a successful, aggressive DUI / Drunk Driving defense lawyer with a national reputation for successfully representing many of his clients charged with DUI / Drunk Driving in Southern California. (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 20:06:00 GMT)
Lawyer denies Pakistani militant died in US strike
British-Pakistani terror suspect Rashid Rauf is still alive, his lawyer told the BBC on Monday, insisting reports that he had died in a US missile attack in Pakistan were "fake."The alleged Al-Qaeda mastermind of a 2006 transatlantic jet bombing conspiracy was reportedly killed over the weekend in a US raid in a northwestern border. (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 20:45:48 GMT)
Attorney Sentenced for Receiving Child Pornography
A Maryland resident, who previously worked as an attorney in the District of Columbia, was sentenced today for one count of receiving child pornography, Acting Assistant Attorney General Matthew Friedrich of the Criminal Division announced. (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 20:48:00 GMT)
Lawyer twits JDV claim on 'fake' impeach bid
MANILA, Philippines - A lawyer who filed what critics called a "weak" impeachment complaint against President Arroyo last year questioned former House speaker Jose de Venecia Jr.'s claim that his complaint was a "fake." (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 21:00:31 GMT)
Florida attorney general speaks to Forum Club on Dec. 5
Florida Attorney General Bill McCollum is scheduled to speak at the Dec. 5 lunch of the Forum Club of the Palm Beaches at the Kravis Center. (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 21:12:01 GMT)
Lawyer gets 3 years in wiretap case
A prominent Hollywood lawyer was sentenced to three years in prison in a wiretapping scheme. (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 21:34:05 GMT)
Cohen says new U.S. Attorney may inherit big cases
With a new incoming president comes the appointment of a new U.S. District Attorney for the Western District. (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 23:24:47 GMT)
Texans pay respect to fmr. Texas Attorney General Jim Mattox
Texans came to the state Capitol Monday to honor former Texas Attorney General Jim Mattox. He died Thursday at the age of 65. (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 23:51:58 GMT)
Lawyer asks for stay in RPK trial
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia Today editor Raja Petra Raja Kamarudin’s lawyer has asked for a stay on the defamation trial in the Sessions Court on grounds that it may be sub judice to the Altantuya Sharriibuu murder trial. (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 23:54:30 GMT)
LI attorney loses state pension as probe continues
The New York State Comptroller's office has revoked the pension of another Long Island attorney and ordered him to pay back $82,209 to the state retirement system, officials said Monday. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 00:39:20 GMT)
Obama ready to nominate Holder for attorney general
President-elect Barack Obama's transition strategists are now satisfied that Eric Holder will be confirmed as attorney general despite plans by Senate Republicans to ask tough questions at his confirmation hearings, Democratic officials said. Plans to name him to be the nation's top law enforcement officer are now definite after aides took soundings from Capitol Hill, the officials said. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 00:58:35 GMT)
Kerkorian Lawyer Sentenced to 3 Years for Wiretapping (Update3)
Nov. 24 (Bloomberg) -- Billionaire investor Kirk Kerkorian ’s lawyer, Terry Christensen , was sentenced to three years in prison for hiring a private investigator to wiretap the phone of Kerkorian’s ex-wife during a child-support dispute. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 01:07:57 GMT)
Top attorney asks judge to throw out graphic allegations against former Crookston teacher
The well-known Twin Cities defense attorney for Kellie Ann Lundon-Cormican, the Crookston woman charged with having sex with a 14-year-old boy, is asking a judge to throw out some of the more graphic allegations against her before her trial begins next month. Advertisement: General Equipment & Supplies Leica Builder. Find out what it can do for you! Starting at $5405, with memory ... (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 01:14:53 GMT)
Iraqi court clears lawmaker of charge of visiting Israel: his lawyer
An Iraqi court cleared on Monday a lawmaker of charge of visiting Israel, ruling that the parliament decision to strip the lawmaker of his legal immunity was illegal as the visit to Israel is not against the Iraqi law, the defense lawyer said. "The Supreme Federal Court rejected the parliament's decision to strip the lawmaker Mithal al-Alusi of immunity for his participation in a conference held ... (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 02:28:14 GMT)
Local JP Asks for Texas Attorney General Opinion
Brazos County Justice of the Peace Tommy Munoz has requested an opinion from the Texas Attorney General's Office regarding the legality of a pilot program for truancy in Bryan ISD. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 02:48:58 GMT)
Woman takes plea, says lawyer's death a murder for hire
The fatal shooting of a Nesconset lawyer wasn't a botched robbery but a murder for hire, said a woman charged in the death of James DiMartino as she pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in Riverhead yesterday. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 03:39:50 GMT)
District discontinues use of attorney in teacher talks
In an effort to move teacher contract talks forward, School District 2142 plans to stop using an attorney as the district’s chief negotiator. The school district is one of three in the state without a teacher settlement for 2007-09. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 04:08:27 GMT)
16 cities affected by SC ruling hire topnotch lawyer and obtain Enrile support
APART from hiring a topnotch lawyer, the “League of 16” has found an ally in newly-installed Senate President Juan Ponce Enrile in its effort to retain its cityhood status. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 04:30:45 GMT)
Boone County State's Attorney-elect Michelle Courier announces team of attorneys
State’s Attorney-elect Michelle Courier announced Monday the team of attorneys she has selected to prosecute cases on behalf of the people of Boone County. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 04:43:29 GMT)
Obama moves toward Clinton aide as Attorney-General
COMMENT ON THIS ! Your Views! President-elect Barack Obama has reportedly picked a former high-ranking Clinton administration aide to serve as the next attorney general, the country's top law enforcement official. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 05:09:09 GMT)
Minneapolis city attorney suing the city
A Minneapolis city attorney is suing the city, claiming in part an oral exam tied to promotions is discriminatory. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 05:44:10 GMT)
China sentences Falungong follower to three years in jail: lawyer
The wife of a man who died in police custody in China ahead of the Beijing Olympics was sentenced to prison on Tuesday for supporting the outlawed Falungong spiritual group, her lawyer said. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 06:01:28 GMT)
No charges in brawl case until FSU police give more information, Attorney's Office says
The State Attorney's Office for the 2nd Judicial District says possible charges or arrests won't happen in the FSU brawl case until campus police can provide more information. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 07:11:29 GMT)
Charges but Few Answers in D.C. Lawyer's Murder
The strange tale surrounding the murder of D.C. lawyer Robert Wone continued to unfold last week, with the indictments of an Arent Fox lawyer, his domestic partner, and a close friend on an obstruction-of-justice charge related to Wone's death. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 08:02:30 GMT)
Sunrise city attorney says mayoral election not needed
Sunrise City Attorney Stuart Michelson won his high-paying, no-bid job last summer thanks to a key vote from Deputy Mayor Roger Wishner. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 08:15:23 GMT)
Attorney general leans toward staying in Iowa
Iowa Attorney General Tom Miller said Monday he expected to remain in office and seek re-election, despite having had conversations with President-elect Barack Obama’s transition team about serving in the administration. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 10:20:30 GMT)
Attorney Generals Office files suit against Darque Tan for false ad claims
The Texas Attorney Generals Office has filed suit against a Houston-based tanning salon chain, citing false health claims made in their advertising campaign. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 11:02:15 GMT)
Politkovskaya murder trial reopened to public: defence lawyer
The judge in the trial of four men charged over the murder of outspoken journalist Anna Politkovskaya has ordered that the process will again be open to the public, the defence lawyer said Tuesday. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 11:19:02 GMT)
Politkovskaya Murder Trial Reopened To Public-Defense Lawyer
MOSCOW (AFP)--The judge in the trial of four men charged over the murder of outspoken journalist Anna Politkovskaya has ordered that the process will again be open to the public, the defense lawyer said Tuesday. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 11:38:35 GMT)
Lawyer links Russian politician to the killing of journalist Politkovskaya
MOSCOW - A defence lawyer in the trial of three men charged in the killing of investigative journalist Anna Politkovskaya says the indictment indicates a politician in Russia was behind her slaying. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 12:24:00 GMT)
Russian politician ordered Politkovskaya murder: defence lawyer
The murder of outspoken journalist Anna Politkovskaya was ordered by a Russian politician based inside the country in revenge for critical articles, a defence lawyer said Tuesday. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 12:27:22 GMT)
Top attorney asks judge to throw out graphic allegations against former Crookston teacher
The well-known Twin Cities defense attorney for Kellie Ann Lundon-Cormican, the Crookston woman charged with having sex with a 14-year-old boy, is asking a judge to throw out some of the more graphic allegations against her before her trial begins next month. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 13:12:02 GMT)
3 years for attorney in wiretap scheme
LOS ANGELES -- A prominent Hollywood attorney was sentenced Monday to three years in prison in a wiretapping scheme that targeted the former wife of MGM mogul Kirk Kerkorian to disprove her claims that he was the father of her young daughter. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 13:16:17 GMT)
Lawyer: Russian politican link to journalist death
A defense lawyer in the trial of three men charged in the killing of investigative journalist Anna Politkovskaya says the indictment indicates a politician in Russia was behind her slaying. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 13:19:09 GMT)
WWTA Says It Has Turned Over Attorney Billing Records County Commission Had Threatened To Sue If Request Denied
The Hamilton County Water & Wastewater Treatment Authority on Wednesday morning delivered to the County Commission billing records that had been requested relating to legal bills submitted by attorney John R. Anderson, WWTA officials said. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 13:21:15 GMT)
Woman?s attorney settles on defense strategy
BENTONVILLE — The attorney for a Rogers woman accused of killing her husband will use a mental disease or defect as defense against the crime. (Benton County Daily Record) (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 13:30:58 GMT)
Iowa attorney general expects to stay in Iowa
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) - Iowa Attorney General Tom Miller says he's leaning toward staying in Iowa - despite talks about serving in President-elect Barack Obama's administration. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 13:33:32 GMT)
Russian politician ordered Politkovskaya murder: defence lawyer
The murder of outspoken journalist Anna Politkovskaya was ordered by a Russian politician based inside the country in revenge for critical articles, a defence lawyer said Tuesday. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 16:15:13 GMT)
Stripper: NY lawyer was murder-for-hire victim
An exotic dancer in New York has pleaded guilty to murder charges, claiming she helped arrange the hired killing of a Long Island attorney. The lawyer was found shot last month in a restaurant parking lot in Commack. Police initially believed he was the victim of a botched robbery. Prosecutors have not indicated a motive for the killing. However, on Monday, Monique Randall testified that the ... (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 16:17:41 GMT)
Stripper: NY lawyer was murder-for-hire victim
(The Associated Press) An exotic dancer in New York has pleaded guilty to murder charges, claiming she helped arrange the hired killing of a Long Island attorney. The lawyer was found shot last month in a restaurant parking lot in Commack. Police initially believed he was the victim of a botched robbery. Prosecutors have not indicated a motive for the killing. However, on Monday, Monique Randall ... (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 16:18:50 GMT)
Stripper Pleads Guilty To L.I. Attorney's Murder
An exotic dancer has pleaded guilty to murder charges, claiming she helped arrange the hired killing of a Long Island attorney. The lawyer was found shot last month in a restaurant parking lot in Commack. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 16:54:39 GMT)
Attorney asks judge to toss graphic allegations against Crookston ex-teacher charged with sex with boy, 14
GRAND FORKS, N.D. — The well-known Twin Cities defense attorney for Kellie Ann Lundon-Cormican, the Crookston woman charged with having sex with a 14-year-old boy, is asking a judge to throw out some of the more graphic allegations against her before her trial begins next month. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 17:13:35 GMT)
Lawyer: Russian politician behind journalist death
(By DAVID NOWAK, Associated Press Writer) A defense lawyer for one of three men charged in the killing of investigative journalist Anna Politkovskaya said Tuesday that their indictment indicates a politician inside Russia ordered her slaying. Attorney Murad Musayev said the indictment named no specific figure. But his statement contradicts authorities' suggestions that the killing was the work ... (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 17:18:04 GMT)
Lawyer: Russian politician ordered murder of reporter
MOSCOW, Russia (AP) -- A defense lawyer for one of three men charged in the killing of investigative journalist Anna Politkovskaya said Tuesday that their indictment indicates a politician inside Russia ordered her slaying. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 17:28:27 GMT)
Attorney: 8 new charges filed against Alamo
An attorney for jailed evangelist Tony Alamo says his client has been indicted on eight new federal charges. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 17:40:51 GMT)
Sunrise city attorney says mayoral election not needed
Sunrise City Attorney Stuart Michelson won his high-paying, no-bid job last summer thanks to a key vote from Deputy Mayor Roger Wishner. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 17:53:17 GMT)
Attorney: 8 New Charges Filed Against Alamo
An attorney for jailed evangelist Tony Alamo says his client faces eight new charges in a sealed federal indictment. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 18:24:17 GMT)
Attorney recuses himself in Valentine murder case
The attorney for one of two men charge in the stabbing death of a former Bishop Ludden basketball player has recused himself from the case. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 18:29:29 GMT)
Defense: S. Fla. Attorney's Actions Not A Crime
MIAMI -- Defense lawyers for a prominent Miami attorney indicted in a drug case claim he shouldn't be charged at all because the law protects him. Lawyers for attorney Ben Kuehne told a federal judge Tuesday that key charges should be dismissed because of an exemption in the law. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 20:37:04 GMT)
Court affirms attorney's dismissal
The Kansas Court of Appeals has affirmed a district court decision upholding a Salina law firm’s dismissal of an attorney. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 20:40:06 GMT)
Defense: Fla. attorney's actions not a crime
Defense lawyers for a prominent Miami attorney indicted in a drug case claim he shouldn't be charged at all because the law protects him. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 20:41:59 GMT)
Trail Blazers blog: Former Texas Attorney General Jim Mattox laid to rest
Several hundred people jammed the First Baptist Church in downtown Austin today for the funeral of former Attorney General and Dallas congressman Jim Mattox. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 21:10:58 GMT)
Attorney general denies dragging feet on ethics complaints
State Attorney General Thurbert Baker on Tuesday fired back at the state Ethics Commission over allegations that his agency delayed moving forward on complaints against politicians, in some cases for several years. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 21:33:23 GMT)
Ex-New London lawyer pleads guilty to tax evasion
A former New London lawyer faces possible prison time after pleading guilty to felony tax evasion. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 22:43:33 GMT)
Defense: Fla. attorney's actions not a crime
A prominent lawyer indicted on money-laundering and other charges for his involvement in a Colombian cocaine kingpin case is innocent because of an exemption in federal law, the attorney's defense told a U.S. judge Tuesday in a case being closely watched by defense lawyers around the country. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 22:54:28 GMT)
Defense: Fla. attorney's actions not a crime
(By CURT ANDERSON, AP Legal Affairs Writer) A prominent lawyer indicted on money-laundering and other charges for his involvement in a Colombian cocaine kingpin case is innocent because of an exemption in federal law, the attorney's defense told a U.S. judge Tuesday in a case being closely watched by defense lawyers around the country. John Nields, attorney for fellow lawyer Ben Kuehne, said a ... (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 23:04:00 GMT)
Defense: Fla. attorney's actions not a crime
A prominent lawyer indicted on money-laundering and other charges for his involvement in a Colombian cocaine kingpin case is innocent because of an exemption in federal law, the attorney's defense told a U.S. judge Tuesday in a case being closely watched by defense lawyers around the country. John Nields, attorney for fellow lawyer Ben Kuehne, said a key money-laundering conspiracy charge should ... (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 23:17:41 GMT)
Killington lawyer convicted in 2007 crash
A jury has convicted a Killington lawyer in a 2007 traffic accident in which he told police his wife had been driving the vehicle. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 23:29:46 GMT)
Lawyer Is Sentenced in Wiretap Case
A lawyer for the billionaire Kirk Kerkorian was sentenced for hiring a private investigator to wiretap the phone of Mr. Kerkorian?s ex-wife. (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 00:09:13 GMT)
Family of Murdered D.C. Lawyer Files $20 Million Wrongful Death Suit
The family of Washington, D.C., lawyer Robert Wone filed a $20 million wrongful death suit Tuesday against three men who were indicted last week for allegedly obstructing the investigation into his death. The complaint accuses Arent Fox partner Joe Price, his partner Victor Zaborsky and their roommate Dylan Ward of conspiring to thwart the investigation and of "intentional, reckless and/or ... (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 01:56:52 GMT)
Attorney for 8-year-old Arizona murder suspect objects to dropping 1 charge
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. - The attorney for an 8-year-old Arizona boy charged with fatally shooting his father and another man doesn't want prosecutors to drop one of the first-degree-murder charges. (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 02:05:34 GMT)
Family of Slain Lawyer Sues Three Former Housemates
The widow and family of a prominent Washington lawyer who was stabbed to death in 2006 filed a $20 million lawsuit in D.C. Superior Court yesterday, alleging that three friends of his concealed evidence and lied to police in a cover-up. (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 02:26:17 GMT)
Attorney urges jury to find Chevron responsible for killings at oil platform
In his closing argument, he says the firm paid for and brought Nigerian soldiers to the site to break up a demonstration. Four people were shot to death. Seeking to hold Chevron Corp. accountable for its practices overseas, an attorney for 19 Nigerian villagers urged a federal jury Tuesday to find the oil company responsible for the killing and wounding of four Nigerians during a protest at ... (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 02:52:31 GMT)
Defence lawyer standing by murder charge in case of eight-year-old child
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. - The lawyer for an eight-year-old Arizona boy charged with fatally shooting his father and another man doesn't want prosecutors to drop one of the first-degree-murder charges. (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 03:32:00 GMT)
Former attorney Frances Hermes arrested, charged in Montgomery with drunken driving
A former Somerville attorney already facing more than a dozen charges in three towns and recently jailed on a charge of violating a restraining order is in more trouble with the law. (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 05:11:12 GMT)
Lawyer Sentenced in Pellicano Case
Terry N. Christensen, the Hollywood lawyer who represented many studios and executives, was sentenced on Monday to three years in prison on charges of conspiracy to commit wiretapping and aiding and abetting a wiretap, The Associated Press reported. In 2002 Mr. Christensen was representing the billionaire Kirk Kerkorian in a legal battle against Mr. Kerkorian?s ex-wife, Lisa Bonder Kerkorian. At ... (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 06:03:38 GMT)
Detectives interview DeLeo's lawyer
The investigation of Richard Vitale, House Speaker Salvatore F. DiMasi's close friend and personal accountant, has led State Police to the House Ways and Means Committee, where they interviewed a lawyer for its chairman, Representative Robert A. DeLeo, about efforts by Massachusetts ticket brokers to gut the state's antiscalping laws. (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 06:52:20 GMT)
Boy's attorney objects to charge dismissal
The attorney for an 8-year-old Arizona boy charged with fatally shooting his father and another man doesn't want prosecutors to drop one of the first-degree-murder charges. (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 07:59:23 GMT)
Family of Murdered D.C. Lawyer Files $20 Million Wrongful Death Suit
The family of Washington, D.C., lawyer Robert Wone filed a $20 million wrongful death suit Tuesday against three men who were indicted last week for allegedly obstructing the investigation into his death. (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 08:01:47 GMT)
Kerkorian's lawyer sentenced in wiretap case
Terry Christensen, a lawyer for billionaire investor Kirk Kerkorian, was sentenced to three years imprisonment for hiring a private investigator to tap the phone of Kerkorian's ex-wife during a child-support dispute, court documents show. (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 08:58:30 GMT)
Washington judge yelled 'tyrant' at Attorney General Michael Mukasey before he collapsed
OLYMPIA, Wash. - A Washington State Supreme Court judge has admitted that he was the one who stood up and yelled "tyrant!" at U.S. Attorney General Michael Mukasey last week, during a speech in which Mukasey later fainted. (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 10:20:24 GMT)
Lawyer Is Sentenced in Wiretap Case
A lawyer for the billionaire Kirk Kerkorian, Terry Christensen, was sentenced to three years in prison for hiring a private investigator to wiretap the phone of Mr. Kerkorian’s ex-wife during a child-support dispute. (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 11:13:30 GMT)
Gableman hires anti-abortion attorney to fight ethics charges
If there was any question as to where newly elected Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Michael Gableman stands on abortion or, for that matter, on a host of other social issues, his choice of attorney should provide some clues. Gableman, who is facing charges that he violated the Wisconsin Judicial Code of Conduct during his spring race against incumbent Justice Louis Butler, is being represented ... (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 11:52:40 GMT)
After 5 years, Boniello quitting deputy attorney post
LEWISTON -- After five years as deputy attorney for the Town of Lewiston, David G. Boniello offered his resignation in a faxed letter to board members and the media on Tuesday. (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 12:09:28 GMT)
Attorney Generals Office files suit against Darque Tan for false ad claims
The Texas Attorney Generals Office has filed suit against a Houston-based tanning salon chain, citing false health claims made in their advertising campaign. (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 13:06:09 GMT)
Attorney general: Beware Amber Alert phone scam
Kansas Attorney General Steve Six is warning residents to be wary of a phone scam using the name of the Amber Alert program to defraud people. The caller claims money is being raised to upgrade the Amber Alert program and that donations may be made by cash, credit card or check. The Kansas Amber Alert program is not soliciting money from the public, Six said. Law enforcement officers in Osage ... (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 13:13:52 GMT)
Massachusetts Attorney General Urges Congress To Support The Protecting Patients And Healthcare Act
Today, Attorney General Martha Coakley submitted a letter to the U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions, urging it to report favorably on the Protecting Patients and Healthcare Act, which was introduced by Senators Hillary Clinton and Patty Murray last week. In her letter, the Attorney General expressed her continued opposition to the U.S. (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 13:20:02 GMT)
Pompano lawyer barred from debt settlement
A judgment in a lawsuit filed by the Florida attorney general against Pompano Beach lawyer Laura Hess bars her and affiliated companies from the debt settlement or debt management-related businesses. (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 13:36:21 GMT)
US attorney's office: Verdict due in MySpace case
LOS ANGELES - The U.S. attorney's office says a verdict is to be read in the MySpace cyber-bullying trial of a Missouri mother. A statement issued by the prosecutors'... (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 16:31:34 GMT)
Attorney cited in investment scheme
An Independence attorney has been ordered to pay $560,000 to a widow whose savings the state says he misappropriated in an investment scheme. (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 16:38:17 GMT)
Lawyer ponders lawsuit over Cobequid Pass tie-up
A Halifax lawyer is considering a class-action lawsuit on behalf of travellers stranded on Nova Scotia's Cobequid Pass last week. (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 17:19:17 GMT)
Israeli attorney-general considers charging Olmert
Source: Reuters (Adds Olmert aide's comment, paragraph 6) By Ari Rabinovitch JERUSALEM, Nov 26 (Reuters) - Israel's attorney-general said on Wednesday he was considering indicting Prime Minister Ehud Olmert for ... (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 17:30:37 GMT)
Israeli attorney-general considers charging Olmert
JERUSALEM (Reuters) - Israel's attorney-general said on Wednesday he was considering bringing criminal charges against Prime Minister Ehud Olmert in a corruption case that forced his resignation. (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 17:48:10 GMT)
Attorney general 'considering' indicting Olmert
JERUSALEM - Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert moved a significant step closer to going on trial Wednesday when the attorney general said he is considering indicting Olmert in a corruption case involving double billing Jewish groups for trips abroad. (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 18:14:51 GMT)
US attorney's office: Verdict due in MySpace case
The U.S. attorney's office says a verdict is to be read in the MySpace cyber-bullying trial of a Missouri mother. (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 18:35:03 GMT)
Escort "sexed up" accusations: Boy George's lawyer
Boy George's lawyer said on Wednesday the man who has accused the British singer of tying him up and beating him with a chain last year "sexed up" his story to sell it to the press. (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 18:57:07 GMT)
Lawyer asks court to ignore bribery raps
IF THE anti-graft office had its way, the next time lawyer Gines Abellana appears before the 6th branch of the Regional Trial Court (RTC) in Cebu City, it will be as the accused and not the counsel. (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 19:00:15 GMT)
Israeli Attorney General 'Considering' Indicting Olmert
Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert moved a significant step closer to going on trial Wednesday when the attorney general said he is considering indicting Olmert in a corruption case. (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 19:39:57 GMT)
Israeli attorney-general considers charging Olmert
Israel's attorney-general said on Wednesday he was considering indicting Prime Minister Ehud Olmert for fraud, bribery and tax evasion in a case over fake travel expenses that has already forced him to resign. (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 20:27:33 GMT)
Family Lawyer Urges Shooting Suspect To Come Forward
The hunt is still on for the suspect of the Southcenter Mall double shooting as the lawyer for the shooter’s family is urging the suspect to turn himself in. (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 20:30:20 GMT)
Tampa attorney tasered during code enforcement meeting
TAMPA -- A Tampa attorney was Tasered by police this afternoon during a meeting of the Tampa Code Enforcement Board. Carl Roland Hayes, 53, was addressing the board at 12:40 p.m. about the aluminum windows he'd installed at his Seminole... (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 20:46:56 GMT)
Attorney says federal board decision shouldn't stop air permits for coal-fired power projects from being issued
An attorney for the company developing a coal-fired power plant at Mesquite today said a decision by a federal environmental appeals board shouldn't stop the Nevada Division of Environmental Protection from issuing final air permits for coal-fired power projects in Nevada. (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 21:58:59 GMT)
Lawyer seeks to have case against hockey icon Guy Lafleur dismissed
MONTREAL - The lawyer representing Guy Lafleur wants obstruction of justice charges laid against the hockey great to be thrown out. (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 22:57:00 GMT)
Guns N' Roses' lawyer lashes out at Dr Pepper
Guns N' Roses lawyer Alan S. Gutman has lashed out at the Dr Pepper Snapple Group, claiming in a letter to the company that the soda makers failed to make good on a promise (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 23:39:31 GMT)
Guns N' Roses lawyer blasts Dr Pepper
LONDON (Billboard) - The lawyer for Guns N' Roses and Axl Rose has castigated Dr Pepper, accusing the soda maker of failing to deliver on its promotion to offer free soda in celebration of the band's new album, "Chinese Democracy." Guns N' Roses was never involved in the campaign. (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 23:56:40 GMT)
Guns N' Roses lawyer blasts Dr Pepper
The lawyer for Guns N' Roses and Axl Rose has castigated Dr Pepper, accusing the soda maker of failing to deliver on its promotion to offer free soda in celebration of the band's new album, "Chinese Democracy." Guns N' Roses was never involved in the campaign. (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 23:57:28 GMT)
Florida Attorney General's Cyber Safety Program Proves Successful
Florida Attorney General continues in his efforts to keep kids safe when they're surfing the web. (Thu, 27 Nov 2008 01:08:26 GMT)
Sanctions Upheld Against Lawyer for Informing Client About Trade Secrets
A California appeals court affirmed sanctions of almost $44,000 against an IP lawyer last week for informing her client that trade secrets, which the opposing party intended to be filed under seal, were in the court's public file. The court ruled that attorney Joanna Mendoza should have known she was violating a protective order even though the document was publicly available, noting that 250 of ... (Thu, 27 Nov 2008 01:10:49 GMT)
Attorney says toddler's death was accidental
The attorney for a Desert Hot Springs man charged with murdering a toddler in his care claimed today that the death was accidental, but a district attorney's official said prosecutors have evidence to prove otherwise. (Thu, 27 Nov 2008 02:19:34 GMT)
Attorney ordered to pay widow $560,000 in investment scheme
An Independence attorney has been ordered to pay $560,000 to a widow whose savings the state says he misappropriated in an investment scheme. (Thu, 27 Nov 2008 04:21:43 GMT)
Police: Lawyer, cop left man to die
A member of the governor's security detail was in the passenger seat when a politically connected and possibly drunk lawyer left an injured pedestrian to die on a Santa Fe street, police are reporting. (Thu, 27 Nov 2008 04:51:10 GMT)
Richard Cordray plans shake-up in Ohio attorney general's office
Richard Cordray takes over as Ohio attorney general in January.COLUMBUS -- Some of the top brass at the state attorney general's office who survived the sexual harassment scandal that rocked the agency earlier this year might find their careers again... (Thu, 27 Nov 2008 08:07:48 GMT)
State lawyer punished for misusing databases
A lawyer in the Ohio attorney general's office was suspended for five days for using state databases to check up on social acquaintances, the office said yesterday. (Thu, 27 Nov 2008 08:30:43 GMT)
Algerian human rights lawyer convicted for denouncing violations
The Court of Appeals in Algiers upheld the conviction of a prominent human rights lawyer, Amine Sidhoum, on Tuesday. (Thu, 27 Nov 2008 08:33:02 GMT)
Tampa attorney Tasered by officer during meeting
Police say an attorney was Tasered by officers during a meeting of the Tampa Code Enforcement Board. (Thu, 27 Nov 2008 09:56:59 GMT)
Attorney ordered to repay money
Independence -- An Independence attorney must pay $560,000 to a woman whose savings authorities say he lost in an investment scheme. (Thu, 27 Nov 2008 10:03:29 GMT)
Prosecutors: Alleged phony lawyer violated order
FARGO (AP) - Prosecutors are seeking to arrest a man accused of impersonating a lawyer around the country, saying he violated the terms of his release while awaiting trial. (Thu, 27 Nov 2008 10:37:07 GMT)
Mumbai attacks: British lawyer trapped in siege hotel
Mark Abell a British lawyer from London talks to Telegraph TV from his room in the Trident Oberoi hotel in Mumbai which is under siege. (Thu, 27 Nov 2008 11:46:24 GMT)
Attorney asks for funds to pay secretary
OLEAN -- City Attorney Dan DeRose renewed his request Tuesday night for money to pay a secretary in his law firm to help him in his work for the City of Olean. The question was sent up to the Council in a 5-2 vote of the Committee of the Whole. (Thu, 27 Nov 2008 12:01:48 GMT)
Lawyer arrested, accused of trying to bribe Mountie
A Laval lawyer arrested at his home on allegations he tried to bribe an RCMP investigator has been ordered to not communicate with a man described as one of the most influential members of the Montreal Mafia. (Thu, 27 Nov 2008 12:03:23 GMT)
Probe ‘abduction’ of militant lawyer, group asks CHR
MANILA, Philippines - Militant labor group Kilusang Mayo Uno (KMU) asked the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) Thursday to investigate the "illegal" arrest and detention of its head lawyer last October. (Thu, 27 Nov 2008 12:33:32 GMT)
Fla. Attorney Tasered By Officer During Meeting
TAMPA, Fla. -- Police say an attorney was Tasered by officers during a meeting of the Tampa Code Enforcement Board. A Tampa Police spokesman says 53-year-old Carl Roland Hayes was addressing the board Wednesday when he became visibly upset. He was asked to leave the meeting. (Thu, 27 Nov 2008 12:37:24 GMT)
Officer 'Drive Stuns' Attorney With Taser
Officers shocked an attorney with a Taser gun during a meeting, authorities say. (Thu, 27 Nov 2008 12:39:45 GMT)
Russia Failing In Case Of Assaulted Journalist - Lawyer
MOSCOW (AFP)--The Russian authorities have failed to make any progress in investigating an assault on a campaigning local journalist that forced the amputation of his leg, his lawyer said Thursday. (Thu, 27 Nov 2008 14:38:34 GMT)
GNR Lawyer Angry at Dr. Pepper
Guns N’ Roses’ lawyer is angry at Dr. Pepper for inadequately following through on their pop promotion. The soft drink manufacturer had promised a free beverage to all US residents if GNR released Chinese Democracy by year end. Demand was so high that Pepper’s servers crashed on release day. (Thu, 27 Nov 2008 18:05:46 GMT)
Judge lets media attorney hear Zimmermann 911 call
MADISON, Wis. - A Dane County judge has ruled a media attorney can listen to a 911 call made from a slain college student's cell phone. However, the attorney can't disclose the call's contents to his clients or anyone else. (Thu, 27 Nov 2008 19:44:13 GMT)
Judge lets media attorney hear Zimmermann 911 call
MADISON -- A Dane County judge has ruled a media attorney can listen to a 911 call made from a slain college student's cell phone. However, the attorney can't disclose the call's contents to his clients or anyone else. Dane County Circuit Judge Richard G. Niess said Wednesday he'll rule later on whether the tape may be made public. Twenty-one-year-old University of Wisconsin-Madison senior ... (Thu, 27 Nov 2008 19:52:10 GMT)
Judge lets media attorney hear Zimmermann 911 call
MADISON A Dane County judge has ruled a media attorney can listen to a 911 call made from a slain college students cell phone. (Thu, 27 Nov 2008 20:47:39 GMT)
Seattle man charged for posing as attorney
Prosecutors say a Seattle man tried to keep a woman accused of child abuse out of jail by posing as her attorney in a Snohomish County courtroom. (Thu, 27 Nov 2008 21:02:01 GMT)
Seattle man charged for posing as attorney
Associated Press - November 27, 2008 4:05 PM ET EVERETT, Wash. (AP) - Prosecutors say a Seattle man tried to keep a woman accused of child abuse out of jail by posing as her attorney in a... (Thu, 27 Nov 2008 21:07:24 GMT)
Florence attorney to serve as new chairman of Francis Marion Trail Commission
Florence attorney Mark Buyck III has been named chairman of the Francis Marion Trail Commission. (Thu, 27 Nov 2008 21:15:29 GMT)
Attorney to listen to slain student's 911 call
A judge in Dane County has ruled a media attorney can listen to a 9-11 call made from a murdered UW-Madison student's cell phone. However, the attorney can't disclose the call's contents to his clients or anyone else. (Thu, 27 Nov 2008 21:15:42 GMT)
Judge lets media attorney hear Zimmermann 911 call
MADISON A Dane County judge has ruled a media attorney can listen to a 911 call made from a slain college students cell phone. However, the attorney cant disclose the calls contents to his clients or anyone else. Dane County Circuit Judge Richard G. Niess said Wednesday hell rule later on whether the tape may be made public. Twenty-one-year-old University of Wisconsin-Madison senior Brittany ... (Thu, 27 Nov 2008 22:01:05 GMT)
Seattle man charged for posing as attorney
Prosecutors say a Seattle man tried to keep a woman accused of child abuse out of jail by posing as her attorney in a Snohomish County courtroom. (Thu, 27 Nov 2008 22:50:07 GMT)
Seattle man charged for posing as attorney
A Seattle man tried to keep a woman accused of child abuse out of jail by posing as her attorney in a Snohomish County courtroom, according to charging papers. (Fri, 28 Nov 2008 02:05:25 GMT)
Arrested Lawyer Quick to Charge Back
Defense attorneys typically advise clients charged with criminal offenses to keep quiet. College Park lawyer Walter L. Blair, who is representing himself after being accused of money laundering and witness tampering, is taking a somewhat different approach. (Fri, 28 Nov 2008 03:13:10 GMT)
"Missing" fertilizer trader's lawyer contacts Senate - Blue Ribbon panel
MANILA, Philippines - The lawyer of Maritess Aytona, an alleged runner of former Agriculture undersecretary Jocelyn "Joc-Joc" Bolante has contacted the Senate to inquire about an invitation for her to attend the hearings into the P728-million fertilizer fund mess. (Fri, 28 Nov 2008 03:48:26 GMT)
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