Attorney News Jan 2009
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Blagojevich lawyers want US attorney off case
Gov. Rod Blagojevich's defense attorneys have asked a federal judge to throw U.S. Attorney Patrick Fitzgerald and all his assistants off the fraud and bribery case against him. (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 20:47:03 GMT)
Blagojevich lawyers want US attorney off case
Gov. Rod Blagojevich's defense attorneys have asked a federal judge to throw U.S. Attorney Patrick Fitzgerald and all his assistants off the fraud and bribery case against him. Chief defense counsel Edward Genson said in a motion Thursday that the news conference Fitzgerald held in announcing the charges was so filled with prejudicial publicity that the prosecutor should bow out. The full text ... (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 20:58:40 GMT)
Blagojevich lawyers want US attorney off case
(The Associated Press) Gov. Rod Blagojevich's defense attorneys have asked a federal judge to throw U.S. Attorney Patrick Fitzgerald and all his assistants off the fraud and bribery case against him. Chief defense counsel Edward Genson said in a motion Thursday that the news conference Fitzgerald held in announcing the charges was so filled with prejudicial publicity that the prosecutor should ... (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 21:00:46 GMT)
Blagojevich Lawyers Ask Judge to Remove U.S. Attorney From Case
Attorneys for Rod Blagojevich asked a federal judge Thursday to remove U.S. Attorney Patrick Fitzgerald from the fraud and bribery case facing the Illinois governor. (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 21:04:02 GMT)
Mukasey sets limit on immigrants' rights to lawyer
The Bush administration has decided that immigrants facing deportation do not have an automatic right to an effective lawyer. (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 21:19:50 GMT)
Blagojevich lawyers want US attorney off case
Blagojevich lawyers want US attorney off case (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 21:20:26 GMT)
Arbiter's reaction to lawyer no proof of bias against Fantino, court hears
TORONTO - An adjudicator had every reason to feel he was being threatened by an experienced lawyer acting for Ontario Provincial Police Commissioner Julian Fantino, and his reaction did not show he was biased, a court heard Thursday. (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 21:21:00 GMT)
Pioneering civil rights lawyer dies
Charles Morgan Jr., a civil rights-era lawyer from Alabama who represented Julian Bond and Muhammad Ali and argued for the "one man, one vote" principle, died Thursday. He was 78. (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 21:28:35 GMT)
Mukasey sets limit on immigrants' rights to lawyer
The Bush administration has ruled that immigrants facing deportation do not have an automatic right to an effective lawyer, stoking outrage among immigrant advocates who say the government aims to weaken immigrants' right to fair hearings. In a 33-page... (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 21:51:27 GMT)
Ex-U.S. attorney to run for N.J. governor
TRENTON, N.J., Jan. 8 (UPI) -- Former U.S. Attorney Christopher Christie said Thursday he plans to seek the Republican nomination for governor of New Jersey. (Thu, 08 Jan 2009 23:45:51 GMT)
Mukasey sets limit on immigrants' rights to lawyer
The Bush administration has ruled that immigrants facing deportation do not have an automatic right to an effective lawyer, stoking outrage among immigrant advocates who say the government aims to weaken immigrants' right to fair hearings. Read comments (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 00:03:12 GMT)
Former Attorney Sues Judge Over Alleged Bias, Favoritism
An attorney disbarred for failing to pay sanctions and fees in a lawsuit to recover damages for Holocaust survivors from Austrian and German banks has sued a federal judge claiming bias and favoritism in the appointment of special masters and committee members. Edward D. Fagan was disbarred in December for failing to pay the Bank of Austria $350,000 in fees as well as more than $20,000 in ... (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 01:47:54 GMT)
Patton Boggs Fights N.Y. Lawyer's 'Kafkaesque' Detention in KGB Prison
New York lawyer Emanuel Zeltser awoke on a private plane headed for a KGB-monitored detention center in Belarus last March. His last memory before waking was drinking coffee at a London cafe. Since then, he's been held at three prison facilities in the former Soviet country, deprived of medications and physically tortured. He is now languishing in a KGB penal colony. It sounds like a nightmare, ... (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 01:48:35 GMT)
Limits set on immigrants' rights to attorney
n Attorney general says Constitution does not entitle someone facing deportation to have a case reopened based on shoddy work by an attorney (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 01:52:29 GMT)
Washington attorney general requests new laws
Attorney General Rob McKenna is asking the Legislature to require training for local governments to help them comply with the Open Public Meetings Act. (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 02:10:22 GMT)
Bush administration sets limit on immigrants' rights to lawyer
SANTA ANA - The Bush administration has ruled that immigrants facing deportation do not have an automatic right to an effective lawyer. (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 02:29:51 GMT)
Court Questions Lawyer's Bid to Take Ex-Girlfriend's Condo
A lawyer who married a woman 19 years his junior while he was still married to another woman should not have been given the go-ahead to foreclose on a condominium he bought for her, a split New York appeals panel ruled Thursday. The majority found that the question of whether solo Joseph I. Rosenzweig loaned or gave the woman money for the condo needed closer scrutiny. The dissenting judge wrote ... (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 02:32:02 GMT)
A Lawyer?s Call for a Greater Black Presence in Agencies
A project announced by the N.A.A.C.P. and lawyer Cyrus Mehri aims to increase the number of black workers on Madison Avenue. (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 03:13:02 GMT)
Tennessee: WWTA board member wants attorney out
Hamilton County Water and Wastewater Treatment Authority board member Wayne Hamill said Thursday that he is lobbying other members of the board to “phase out” John Anderson as the authority’s attorney. (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 05:09:04 GMT)
Attorney accused of lying, practicing without license
He's been suspended, jailed and indicted to no avail, and now a state disciplinary board is poised to seek disbarment of a Knoxville attorney accused of lying about his ability to practice law, working without a valid license and taking clients' money. (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 05:11:08 GMT)
Kline tells court he won't take abortion records when he departs as district attorney
With only a few days left as Johnson County district attorney, Phill Kline told a judge Thursday he won’t take any abortion records with him when he leaves office. (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 05:16:19 GMT)
Attorney general sets limit on immigrants' rights to lawyer
WASHINGTON — The Bush administration has decided that immigrants facing deportation do not have an automatic right to an effective lawyer. Attorney General Michael Mukasey says in a 33-page decision that the Constitution does not entitle people facing deportation to have their cases reopened based on shoddy work by a lawyer. Mukasey says Justice Department officials do have the discretion to ... (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 06:09:40 GMT)
Christie, Former U.S. Attorney, Enters Governor?s Race in New Jersey
Christopher J. Christie, the Republican former United States attorney for New Jersey, filed papers on Thursday announcing his candidacy for governor. (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 06:11:54 GMT)
Charles Morgan Jr.; Lawyer Championed Civil, Voting Rights
Charles "Chuck" Morgan Jr., 78, a civil rights lawyer who challenged the racist society of his native South and won numerous landmark cases for equal rights before the U.S. Supreme Court, died Jan. 8 at his home in Destin, Fla. He had Alzheimer's disease. (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 07:15:40 GMT)
Indonesia Jails 11 Papuans For Raising Banned Flag - Lawyer
JAKARTA (AFP)--A court in Indonesia's remote Papua region has jailed 11 activists for "subversion" after they raised the region's banned independence flag, a lawyer said on Friday. (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 07:37:37 GMT)
Patton Boggs Fights N.Y. Lawyer's 'Kafkaesque' Detention in KGB Prison
New York lawyer Emanuel Zeltser awoke on a private plane headed for a KGB-monitored detention center in Belarus last March. His last memory before waking was drinking coffee at a London cafe. (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 08:02:54 GMT)
Prominent Miami lawyer Ben Kuehne's trial pushed back
A federal judge Thursday delayed the trial of prominent Miami lawyer Ben Kuehne on drug-related money-laundering charges until April 27 because of a major appeal in the controversial case. (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 08:05:03 GMT)
Attorney general nominee pushed for controversial clemency
As deputy attorney general in 1999, Holder -- now attorney general nominee -- pressed subordinates to drop objections to clemency for 16 members of violent Puerto Rican nationalist organizations. Attorney general nominee Eric H. Holder Jr. repeatedly pushed some of his subordinates at the Clinton Justice Department to drop their opposition to a controversial 1999 grant of clemency to 16 ... (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 08:10:00 GMT)
Attorney: Teen shouldn't be charged as adult in son's death
The attorney for a Port Angeles teen suspected of drowning an infant boy in a toilet says the murder charges against her client are inappropriate and the teen is a child who didn't even know she was in labor and went into shock after giving birth on a toilet. (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 08:30:23 GMT)
New attorney general, treasurer take office
COLUMBUS- Two Democrats were sworn in as Ohio attorney general and state treasurer Thursday, the culmination of a scandal that resulted in a special election to one of the most powerful positions in state government. (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 13:06:21 GMT)
Attorney general objects to plan changing FOI law
State Rep. Dan Greenberg filed a package of legislation Thursday seeking to tweak the state's Freedom of Information Act, but one bill put him crossways with Attorney General Dustin McDaniel. (Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Northwest Edition) (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 13:26:07 GMT)
Commonweath’s Attorney won’t seek re-election
Commonweath’s Attorney William H. Fuller III has announced he will be retiring at the end of this term. (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 14:16:45 GMT)
Satyam chief Raju will appear before SEBI Saturday, says lawyer
Disgraced Satyam chief B. Ramalinga Raju will appear before market watchdog Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) at 4 p.m. Saturday to answer the summons served on him in connection with a Rs.70-billion accounting fraud, his lawyer confirmed Friday. (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 16:28:47 GMT)
Carefree attorney warns of trouble with mayor-vote initiative
A Carefree initiative asking voters if they want to elect their own mayor could face legal opposition if it passes, a town attorney said. (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 17:39:39 GMT)
Bigamist Lawyer Fails to Evict Former 'Wife'
A New York lawyer who ``married'' a college student when he already had a wife has failed in his attempt to evict the younger woman from an apartment he financed. (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 17:40:58 GMT)
Carefree attorney warns of trouble with mayor-vote initiative
A Carefree initiative asking voters if they want to elect their own mayor could face legal opposition if it passes, a town attorney said. (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 17:53:37 GMT)
Barrett's attorney asks judge to throw out case
An attorney for Jerome Barrett asked a judge to dismiss the murder charge against him this morning over questions about whether an autopsy report from the 1975 death of Sarah Des Prez is missing. (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 18:06:44 GMT)
New Orleans district attorney withdraws request to file for bankruptcy; still faces $15M debt
NEW ORLEANS - New Orleans' district attorney is backing off the idea of his office filing for bankruptcy. District Attorney Leon Cannizzaro had warned Louisiana officials that his office may need Chapter 9 protection. (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 18:18:36 GMT)
Governor wants U.S. attorney off case
CHICAGO, Jan. 9 (UPI) -- Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich wants outspoken U.S. Attorney Patrick Fitzgerald off his corruption case, court records say. (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 19:00:22 GMT)
Defendants need lawyers at bail hearings, lawyer says
A lawyer for poor defendants in Baltimore today told Maryland's highest court that his clients and others like them are entitled to taxpayer-funded lawyers at bail hearings held within 24 hours of their arrest. (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 19:51:58 GMT)
Attorney: Ford Co. Leaders Violated Meetings Law
The Ford County attorney says the county commission unintentionally violated the state's open meetings law last fall when talking to a casino developer. (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 19:56:20 GMT)
Disbarred attorney Bruno charged with tax fraud
Anthony Bruno -- a disbarred attorney whose consulting work on suburban development projects has come under federal scrutiny -- has been charged with tax fraud, authorities announced Friday. (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 19:57:49 GMT)
Ferry crew 'had no idea' where Queen of the North was, claims family's lawyer
A lawyer for the family of one of the two victims of the Queen of the North sinking today claimed that the B.C. Ferries crew was reckless, had no idea where the vessel was just prior to collision and had no evacuation plan. (Fri, 09 Jan 2009 22:26:09 GMT)
Sumner County attorney suspended
The Tennessee Supreme Court has suspended the law license of Sumner County attorney Jocelyn D. Mims. (Sat, 10 Jan 2009 01:36:34 GMT)
What to Watch for at Attorney General Nominee's Hearing
Two months of preparation will reach a climax Thursday when Eric Holder Jr. enters his confirmation hearing to be attorney general. His opponents will look for opportunities to question his judgment -- and perhaps score political points. Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Patrick Leahy, D-Vt., has "guaranteed" that the Senate will confirm Holder. But Republicans, led by Sen. Arlen Specter, ... (Sat, 10 Jan 2009 01:50:32 GMT)
Judge refuses motion by Roman Polanski's lawyer to disqualify LA county court from rape case
LOS ANGELES - A Los Angeles County judge has rejected a motion by Roman Polanski's lawyer to disqualify the staff of the county court from the director's rape case because of bias. (Sat, 10 Jan 2009 02:16:09 GMT)
York attorney is fifth candidate for judge post
York County attorney and ordained minister Susan Emmons has joined the expanding 2009 race for two open seats on the local Common Pleas Court bench. (Sat, 10 Jan 2009 02:55:10 GMT)
Assistant commonwealth’s attorney announces bid to replace Fuller
Fast on the heels of Bill Fuller’s announcement that he will not seek re-election as the commonwealth’s attorney in Danville, a senior assistant on his staff has said he will run for the position. (Sat, 10 Jan 2009 03:46:45 GMT)
New Mexico attorney general investigates administration of $6 million voter education project
SANTA FE, N.M. - The New Mexico attorney general's office is investigating the state's administration of a voter education project following an audit that uncovered problems with the way more than $6 million in federal dollars was spent on the effort. (Sat, 10 Jan 2009 03:48:46 GMT)
Obama's Attorney General Pick Facing Increasing Criticism
Eric H. Holder Jr. is facing increasing resistance to his bid to become the next attorney general, emerging from President-elect Barack Obama's Cabinet nominees as the prime target of Senate Republicans, both because of troubling episodes during his service in the Clinton administration and becau... (Sat, 10 Jan 2009 04:25:20 GMT)
Mansfield lawyer must give up license
MANSFIELD - A Fall River defense lawyer from Mansfield has been ordered to surrender his law license while charges of forgery and intimidation of a witness are pending against him in New Bedford Superior Court. (Sat, 10 Jan 2009 07:24:27 GMT)
Madoff should remain free, defense lawyer tells judge
Bernard Madoff should remain free on bail because he didn't intentionally violate a judge's order when he mailed jewelry including a diamond bracelet and watches to relatives and friends, his lawyer told a judge in a court filing. (Sat, 10 Jan 2009 07:48:35 GMT)
Madoff lawyer due to answer calls to jail the financier
NEW YORK (AP) - A defense lawyer for Bernard Madoff is expected to submit written arguments today to a judge who is probing whether the disgraced Wall Street financier should be jailed before trial. (Sat, 10 Jan 2009 07:49:25 GMT)
Misconduct suit against District Attorney's Office, Rochester police dismissed
A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit alleging that the Monroe County District Attorney's Office took steps to ensure that Rochester police officers accused of anti-gay epithets and excessive force would not face criminal charges. (Sat, 10 Jan 2009 09:26:00 GMT)
Lawrence eyes U.S. Attorney position for Maine
ALFRED, Maine and#8212; York County District Attorney Mark Lawrence said he wants to be the next United States attorney from Maine, a presidential appointment. (Sat, 10 Jan 2009 11:10:46 GMT)
Lawyer prepares to become priest
Christopher Fagan was a successful lawyer seeking to settle down and raise a family when he was called to the priesthood. (Sat, 10 Jan 2009 11:23:15 GMT)
Attorney General settles with Peak Fitness
North Carolina's Attorney General says he's reached an agreement with the Peak Fitness health club chain over hundreds of complaints about its contracts and business practices. (Sat, 10 Jan 2009 11:45:00 GMT)
Harman eyes attorney general seat
Sen. Tom Harman is considering running to be California’s next attorney general in 2010. (Sat, 10 Jan 2009 12:34:24 GMT)
Schmitz finds new challenges away from county attorney office
Ray Schmitz called its quits two years ago after voters ended his 24-year run as Olmsted County Attorney. But it didn't take him long to pick up a new passio (Sat, 10 Jan 2009 13:17:27 GMT)
North Huntingdon lawyer seeks Westmoreland judgeship
A lawyer from North Huntingdon has announced she will run for one of two openings for Westmoreland County's Common Pleas Court. (Sat, 10 Jan 2009 15:55:45 GMT)
Civil rights lawyer Charles Morgan dies
DESTIN, Fla., Jan. 10 (UPI) -- Civil rights lawyer Charles Morgan Jr. has died at his home in Destin, Fla., at the age of 78, his family says. (Sat, 10 Jan 2009 17:45:25 GMT)
Attorney: 'Idol' star's NC home won't be auctioned
An attorney for a lending company says the auction of a million-dollar home belonging to "American Idol" winner Fantasia Barrino won't happen because an agreement has been reached. (Sat, 10 Jan 2009 18:16:43 GMT)
Attorney: 'Idol' star's NC home won't be auctioned
Associated Press - January 10, 2009 1:23 PM ET RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) - An attorney for a lending company says the auction of a million-dollar home belonging to "American Idol" winner Fantasia... (Sat, 10 Jan 2009 18:35:48 GMT)
Civil rights lawyer Charles Morgan dies
Civil rights lawyer Charles Morgan Jr. has died at his home in Destin, Fla., at the age of 78, his family says.Morgan, who died Thursday of Alzheimer's disease, won a landmark lawsuit in 1964 that gave blacks more equitable representation in legislative districts, The New York Times reported Saturday.Morgan was vilified and threatened by fellow whites over the numerous civil rights lawsuits he ... (Sat, 10 Jan 2009 18:59:25 GMT)
Temporary replacement named for US attorney
Associated Press - January 10, 2009 1:55 PM ET MILWAUKEE (AP) - A temporary replacement has been named for U.S. Attorney Steven Biskupic (bis-KYOO'-pik), who has resigned as the top prosecutor... (Sat, 10 Jan 2009 19:01:37 GMT)
Weld DA indicates he'll run for attorney general, not Congress
LOVELAND – Weld County District Attorney Ken Buck, mentioned as a potential congressional candidate in 2010, instead appears to be preparing a run for state attorney general. (Sat, 10 Jan 2009 19:25:24 GMT)
Attorney says Santa letter abuse claims fabricated
Associated Press - January 10, 2009 2:35 PM ET EDINBURG, Texas (AP) - An attorney for a man whose stepdaughter wrote to Santa asking for help about alleged sexual abuse says the accusations are... (Sat, 10 Jan 2009 19:47:27 GMT)
Attorney: Santa Letter Abuse Claims Fabricated
An attorney for a man accused of molesting his stepdaughters, prompting one to write a letter asking for help from Santa, says the allegations were fabricated to get visas. (Sat, 10 Jan 2009 20:10:33 GMT)
Attorney General Asked To Probe BART Shooting
California Attorney General Jerry Brown was scheduled to talk Saturday morning with the president of the California branch of the NAACP about her request that he investigate the death of a young black man who was shot and killed by Bay Area Rapid Transit police early New Year's Day in Oakland. (Sat, 10 Jan 2009 20:25:33 GMT)
Attorney General Assigns Prosecutor To BART Case
California's Attorney General is dispatching a state prosecutor to monitor Alameda County's investigation into the New Year's Day slaying of an unarmed man by a transit police officer. Jerry Brown said an unnamed attorney from his office will act as independent observer. Local prosecutors are trying to determine how a 22-year-old black man was fatally shot at a BART station. (Sat, 10 Jan 2009 20:31:12 GMT)
BART SHOOTING: Attorney General Assigns Prosecutor To Case
California's Attorney General is dispatching a state prosecutor to monitor Alameda County's investigation into the New Year's Day slaying of an unarmed man by a transit police officer. (Sat, 10 Jan 2009 21:01:51 GMT)
Attorney general assigns prosecutor to BART case
California's Attorney General said Saturday he would dispatch a state prosecutor to monitor Alameda County's investigation into the New Year's Day slaying of an unarmed man by a transit police officer. Read comments (Sun, 11 Jan 2009 01:18:12 GMT)
Attorney General Assigns Prosector To BART Case
California's Attorney General said Saturday he would dispatch a state prosecutor to monitor Alameda County's investigation into the New Year's Day slaying of an unarmed man by a transit police officer. Jerry Brown said an unnamed attorney from his office will act as independent observer over the investigation being conducted by Alameda County prosecutors. (Sun, 11 Jan 2009 01:45:54 GMT)
Attorney General Assigns Prosecutor To BART Case
OAKLAND - California's Attorney General said Saturday he would dispatch a state prosecutor to monitor Alameda County's investigation into the New Year's Day slaying of an unarmed man by a transit police officer. Jerry Brown said an unnamed attorney from his office will act as independent observer over the investigation being conducted by Alameda County prosecutors. Local ... (Sun, 11 Jan 2009 02:46:00 GMT)
Developer likely to miss funding deadline for district attorney, public defender offices
The developer of urgently needed district attorney and public defender's buildings in southwestern Riverside County does not have financing despite a county ultimatum that it secure funding by Jan.6. (Sun, 11 Jan 2009 04:16:44 GMT)
Prominent Juárez lawyer, son among latest victims of border violence (7:42 a.m.)
Prominent Juárez lawyer, son among latest victims of border violence (7:42 a.m.) (Sun, 11 Jan 2009 04:39:55 GMT)
The Buzz: Attorney general on the way out, BlackBerry may follow
Outgoing attorney general Michael Mukasey said farewell to Justice Department employees last week, praising their dedication. (Sun, 11 Jan 2009 04:48:00 GMT)
Attorney general assigns prosecutor to BART case
OAKLAND ---- California's Attorney General said Saturday he would dispatch a state prosecutor to monitor Alameda County's investigation into the New Year's Day slaying of an unarmed man by a transit police officer. (Sun, 11 Jan 2009 04:59:40 GMT)
A year since his arrest, former Vero Beach attorney Ira Hatch still awaits trial
Disbarred attorney Ira C. Hatch Jr. once rubbed elbows with elected officials and high-level business leaders. Today, he sleeps in a communal room with 58 other inmates in the Indian River County Jail under $3 million bail on 57 criminal counts. (Sun, 11 Jan 2009 05:12:54 GMT)
Coral Gables procurement supervisor files ethics complaints against city attorney
City Attorney Elizabeth Hernandez is facing three ethics inquiries -- all filed by a fellow city employee at odds with the city -- because she recommended an attorney to him and because she did not agree that the Sunshine Law had been violated during the selection of the search firm for the new city manager. (Sun, 11 Jan 2009 08:28:58 GMT)
Attorney general assigns prosecutor to BART case
OAKLAND ---- California's Attorney General said Saturday he would dispatch a state prosecutor to monitor Alameda County's investigation into the New Year's Day slaying of an unarmed man by a transit police officer. (Sun, 11 Jan 2009 08:30:10 GMT)
Lawyer accused of impersonating officer
When an "officer" in a sport utility vehicle pulled Meagan Moore over for allegedly driving drunk one night the Ballard High School senior was mystified. The woman turned out not to be an officer at all, but instead a lawyer, Melissa G. Ash, now accused of impersonating a police officer. And it wasn't the first time Ash, 36, had faced such a charge. (Sun, 11 Jan 2009 10:04:02 GMT)
Montgomerian recommended for U.S. attorney
A judicial advisory com mittee that used the Internet to recruit candidates for the position of U.S. attorney rec ommended Montgomery na tive Michel Nicrosi as the best candidate to represent the Alabama Middle Dis trict, which includes the River Region. (Sun, 11 Jan 2009 10:07:14 GMT)
IDEM attorney now working in file room
Robert Keene had been the assistant commissioner of the Office of Legal Counsel for a couple of years until a month ago. He is now listed on IDEM's Web site as "attorney." He works out of the file room, where he responds to public information requests. (Sun, 11 Jan 2009 10:17:25 GMT)
Volunteer attorney available for seniors
MANITOWOC Manitowoc County residents ages 60 and older can consult with a volunteer attorney to help them sort out legal issues. (Sun, 11 Jan 2009 10:18:48 GMT)
Auto parts exec, lawyer also served stint as judge
Jack B. Franklin, 85, a mechanical engineer who was an auto parts executive and a lawyer who was an Ottawa Hills judge, has died in his Albuquerque, N.M., home. Mr. Franklin died Dec. 21. He had heart and other health problems, his daughter Jan Franklin said. When he retired in June, 1982, he was group vice president of electrical products for Allied Electronic Components Co. Name changes, ... (Sun, 11 Jan 2009 10:35:31 GMT)
Weld DA Ken Buck eyes attorney general's office
LOVELAND — Weld County District Attorney Ken Buck, mentioned as a potential congressional candidate in 2010, instead appears to be preparing a run for state attorney general. (Sun, 11 Jan 2009 12:11:14 GMT)
U.S. attorney general nominee faces scrutiny over private practice
When Senate hearings begin this week, some Republicans plan to press Eric Holder about what they view as the potential conflicts of interest posed by his extensive client list. (Sun, 11 Jan 2009 12:56:45 GMT)
Harman eyes attorney general seat
Sen. Tom Harman is considering running to be California’s next attorney general in 2010. (Sun, 11 Jan 2009 13:05:23 GMT)
Lawyer tapped for federal spot
A constitutional lawyer and Harvard professor with connections to Nashua has been tapped by President-elect Barack Obama to head the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs. ... (Sun, 11 Jan 2009 13:27:14 GMT)
Former Attorney General Takes Teaching Job
Former A.G. Phill Kline will be a visiting law professor at Liberty University in Virginia. His first day is Monday, which is also the last day in his current position as Johnson County District Attorney. (Sun, 11 Jan 2009 14:11:20 GMT)
Immigrant Advocates Decry Ruling On Lawyer Error
When immigrants face possible deportation, they don't have the right to a state-appointed attorney. Now, the Bush administration says this means they also don't have the right to a new hearing if the lawyer they hire turns out to be incompetent or a fraud. (Sun, 11 Jan 2009 14:42:57 GMT)
Temporary Replacement Named For U.S. Attorney
MILWAUKEE -- A temporary replacement has been named for U.S. Attorney Steven Biskupic, who has resigned as the top prosecutor in Milwaukee's federal court. (Sun, 11 Jan 2009 16:09:05 GMT)
S. African court to rule on Zuma case Monday: lawyer
A South African appeal court will rule Monday in a case involving corruption charges against presidential candidate Jacob Zuma, one of his lawyers told AFP. (Sun, 11 Jan 2009 16:27:30 GMT)
U.S. Attorney appointment
Davis panel makes US attorney choices. (Sun, 11 Jan 2009 18:27:54 GMT)
Davis panel makes US attorney choices
A panel advising U.S. Rep. Artur Davis on U.S. attorney appointments for the new Democratic administration has made its recommendations. (Sun, 11 Jan 2009 18:31:20 GMT)
Attorney General reaches settlement with mortgage companies
Two companies collecting money to help homeowners avoid foreclosure have reached agreements with Colorado Attorney General John Suthers, while a third agreed to stop advertising low teaser rates. (Sun, 11 Jan 2009 19:20:54 GMT)
Dewey Hudson on short list for US Attorney pick
Onslow County District Attorney Dewey Hudson is on the short list of names for U.S. Attorney. Hudson is being considered for the spot as the Raleigh-based Eastern District federal prosecutor, according to staff in U.S. Sen. Kay Hagan's office. (Sun, 11 Jan 2009 19:30:26 GMT)
Candidates Hustle for Attention in Sprint to Replace Moran
In their 28-day dash to election day in Alexandria, Democratic lawyer Charniele Herring and Republican legislative aide Joe Murray have had to scramble for attention from distracted voters. (Sun, 11 Jan 2009 19:54:07 GMT)
Lawyer cannot serve both parties in reviewing contract
Question: Our board of directors is considering a management company recommended by the association's attorney. The company sent a contract, saying it "is our standard contract and everybody signs it." We want it reviewed by an attorney who can propose and negotiate better terms. (Sun, 11 Jan 2009 19:59:21 GMT)
Attorney seeks delay in trial over legal fees
BEAUFORT, S.C. (AP) - A South Carolina defense attorney appointed to represent a man facing rape, armed robbery, kidnapping and carjacking charges wants his client's trial delayed because the state won't cover his legal fees. (Sun, 11 Jan 2009 21:11:24 GMT)
N.L. lawyer with past brush with law steps down from judicial appointment
ST. JOHN'S, N.L. - A Labrador lawyer who had a brush with the law three years ago and was recently named a provincial court judge is stepping down from the appointment. (Sun, 11 Jan 2009 22:41:00 GMT)
Attorney General Seeks Ethics Rule Changes
Arkansas Attorney General Dustin McDaniel says he'd like to reform ethics laws in the upcoming legislative session. (Sun, 11 Jan 2009 23:17:24 GMT)
Lawyer: 'I am fully delighted'
Mr. Berenson, a lawyer, had no expectations before watching the “Chinese New Year Spectacular” performing at the Boston Opera House on the evening of Saturday Jan. 10. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 00:30:45 GMT)
Attorney: 'Idol' star's N.C. home won't be auctioned
An attorney for a lending company says the auction of a million-dollar home belonging to "American Idol" winner Fantasia Barrino won't happen because an agreement has been reached. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 00:49:09 GMT)
Cannizzaro swears in for full term as district attorney
NEW ORLEANS -- Leon Cannizzaro took his second oath of office Sunday afternoon as the Orleans Parish District Attorney. The swearing in was held at the Hellenic Cultural Center and it marks the start of Cannizzaro's full, six-year term. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 00:54:12 GMT)
A Case May Test a Lawyer?s Bond With the Police
A former prosecutor from Brooklyn has strained his relationship with police for defending Lilo Brancato, Jr., the former actor charged in the murder of an off-duty officer. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 01:11:24 GMT)
N.L. lawyer resigns from judge posting because of DUI
A Labrador lawyer who was recently named a provincial court judge says he is stepping down from the appointment because of an impaired driving conviction 20 years ago he had "completely forgotten about." (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 01:41:22 GMT)
Attorney says Frei Montalva poisoned
SANTIAGO, Chile, Jan. 11 (UPI) -- A forensic expert's report confirms ex-Chilean President Eduardo Frei Montalva was poisoned to death 27 years ago, an attorney for the family says. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 02:15:12 GMT)
Attorney says Frei Montalva poisoned
A forensic expert's report confirms ex-Chilean President Eduardo Frei Montalva was poisoned to death 27 years ago, an attorney for the family says.Alvaro Varela said Saturday the report by forensic expert Carmen Cerda, who examined the former Chilean leader's skeletal remains, shows Frei Montalva's death by poisoning is established, the Latin American Herald Tribune reported. Who was ... (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 02:44:14 GMT)
No vindication in golf club's decision - lawyer
MANILA, Philippines - The Valley Golf Course and Country Club's decision to expel Delfin de la Paz does not vindicate the sons of Agrarian Reform Secretary Nasser Pangandaman Sr from the alleged mauling incident, de la Paz's lawyer said Monday. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 03:15:00 GMT)
US Attorney expects to be replaced
U.S. Attorney Matthew Whitaker says he doesn't think he'll keep his job with the new presidential administration, but says he and his office acted correctly during the 2006 immigration raids at the Swift & Co. meatpacking plant. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 05:00:35 GMT)
Highest court hears U.Md.'s right-to-attorney case
Defendants in Maryland deserve an attorney before first facing the possibility of being jailed until their court date, according to a lawsuit argued Friday in front of Maryland's highest court. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 05:16:41 GMT)
Charges of theft against ex-lawyer tossed
A Knoxville lawyer who surrendered his license amid allegations he bilked clients out of hundreds of thousands of dollars has plowed new legal ground and earned a dismissal of criminal charges in the process. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 05:16:42 GMT)
Charles Morgan Jr. dies at 78; lawyer challenged racism in the South
Charles Morgan Jr., a civil rights lawyer who challenged the racism of his native South and won numerous landmark cases for equal rights before the U.S. Supreme Court, died Thursday at his home in Destin, Fla. He was 78 and had Alzheimer's disease. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 06:53:30 GMT)
Attorney General questions right to counsel
WITH less than two weeks left in office, the Attorney General issued a troubling decision affecting an alien’s right to counsel in removal proceedings. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 07:15:04 GMT)
Former U.S. Attorney Christopher Christie is running for N.J. governor
Christopher Christie, the former U.S. attorney who sent a number of corrupt New Jersey politicians to prison and whom many Republicans wanted for years as their gubernatorial standard-bearer, will run for the state's highest office. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 07:34:41 GMT)
Bare-knuckle defense a hallmark of Dixon attorney
Lawyer doesn't wait for mayor's trial to denounce charges and prosecutor Hours after Baltimore Mayor Sheila Dixon was indicted on charges of theft, perjury and misuse of office, she headed to the industrial-chic offices of her lead defense attorney, where dozens of reporters and photographers had gathered. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 08:37:58 GMT)
US attorney meeting with reporters in Wilmington
WILMINGTON, N.C. (AP) - U.S. attorney George Holding is meeting with reporters in Wilmington to discuss a criminal investigation. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 09:26:55 GMT)
Lawyer Will Seek Bail for Jailed Satyam Officials
The brothers who founded the outsourcing company Satyam have been interrogated and jailed, and the Indian government announced a new board for the company. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 09:42:24 GMT)
Attorney in Teti trial will try insanity defense
OCALA - When Robert Teti stands trial this week in circuit court on charges of first-degree murder and attempted first-degree murder of a law enforcement officer, his attorney will be arguing a lesser-used criminal defense: insanity. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 11:42:25 GMT)
Attorney General files to stop unlicensed home warranty company
Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott today charged a New York-based home warranty company with unlawfully doing business in Texas. The state’s enforcement action seeks to prevent National Home Protection, Inc. from doing business in Texas until it is licensed by the state and complies with requirements of the Texas Occupations Code. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 12:02:45 GMT)
Lawyer Will Seek Bail for Jailed Satyam Officials
The co-founders of the Indian software company Satyam Computer Services , who are at the heart of a corporate fraud scandal that has sent shock waves through Indian business circles, were expected to seek bail on Monday, even as Satyam’s newly appointed board meets to discuss the company’s future, The New York Times’s Jeremy Kahn and Bettina Wassener reported. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 12:03:10 GMT)
Utah attorney general defends BCS antitrust investigation
SALT LAKE CITY - Utah's attorney general is using his personal blog to answer criticism that he's wasting state resources by investigating whether the Bowl Championship Series violates federal antitrust laws. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 12:18:07 GMT)
Harman eyes attorney general seat
Sen. Tom Harman is considering running to be California’s next attorney general in 2010. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 13:08:22 GMT)
NM attorney general proposes bankruptcy reform
Associated Press - January 12, 2009 7:55 AM ET SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) - New Mexico Attorney General Gary King is urging Congress to change the U.S. Bankruptcy Code to allow homeowners facing... (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 13:10:38 GMT)
New Orleans District Attorney Leon Cannizzaro to announce staff appointments today
Orleans Parish District Attorney Leon Cannizzaro will hold a press conference today at 11:30 a.m. to announce his staff appointments. Cannizzaro, who served as a judge on the 4th Circuit Court of Appeal before retiring last year to run for... (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 15:24:07 GMT)
Lawyer: Winehouse husband to file for divorce
A lawyer for the husband of Amy Winehouse says he is seeking a divorce on the grounds of the soul diva's infidelity. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 16:46:19 GMT)
Mega Coney Island fire still under investigation, attorney says
Flint Journal extras: See below for previous articles on this story. FLINT, Michigan — The attorney for the co-owner of a recently closed downtown coney island said his client has not been cleared in a suspicious fire there last fall.... (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 17:24:50 GMT)
District attorney, other officials sworn in
Moments after he was sworn in this morning, Shawnee County District Attorney Chad Taylor promised to kick off his duties to prosecute criminals. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 17:45:56 GMT)
Amy Winehouse's husband seeks divorce: lawyer
The husband of British pop singer Amy Winehouse is seeking a divorce, a lawyer acting for Blake Fielder-Civil said on Monday. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 17:51:21 GMT)
Lawyer: Winehouse's Husband Wants Divorce
A lawyer for Amy Winehouse's jailed husband said his client will be seeking a divorce on the grounds of the soul diva's alleged infidelity. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 18:00:05 GMT)
Attorney General: Economy Is A Concern
Attorney General Roy Cooper gave chiefs of police from across North Carolina an update on statewide priorities for crime fighting. Cooper spoke on Monday morning at the annual chiefs of police conference at the Sheraton Imperial Hotel in Durham. Cooper said chiefs must insist on keeping law enforcement on the streets, despite cutbacks in many local budgets. He recommended chiefs consider ... (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 18:12:11 GMT)
Attorney General: Economy Is A Concern
Attorney General Roy Cooper gave chiefs of police from across North Carolina an update on statewide priorities for crime fighting. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 18:17:17 GMT)
Lawyer William Vaughn, who defended Rather, dies
William W. Vaughn, a lawyer whose courtroom successes included the defense of Dan Rather in a 1983 slander case, has died. He was 78. Read comments (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 18:48:12 GMT)
Hilary Duff to play young lawyer in new sitcom
Singer-actress Hilary Duff has been signed to play a young lawyer in a new sitcom about a very young woman who qualifies for the bar. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 18:50:06 GMT)
Lawyer: Winehouse's husband to file for divorce
A lawyer for Amy Winehouse's jailed husband said Monday his client will be seeking a divorce on the grounds of the soul diva's alleged infidelity. Attorney Henri Brandman said he had been instructed by Blake Fielder-Civil "to commence divorce proceedings on the grounds of Amy's adultery." (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 19:26:42 GMT)
In jail 25 years on wrongful rape conviction, lawyer tells B.C. appeal court
VANCOUVER, B.C. - A defence lawyer for a man who's spent 25 years in jail for raping eight women says there is overwhelming evidence to suggest his client was wrongly convicted. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 20:07:00 GMT)
Utah's attorney general defends probe of BCS
Utah's attorney general is using his personal blog to answer criticism that he's wasting state resources by investigating whether the Bowl Championship Series violates federal antitrust laws. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 20:22:28 GMT)
LAWYER: WINEHOUSE'S HUSBAND TO FILE FOR DIVORCE
A lawyer for Amy Winehouse's jailed husband said Monday his client will be seeking a divorce on the grounds of the soul diva's alleged infidelity. Attorney Henri Brandman said he had been instructed by Blake Fielder-Civil "to commence divorce... (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 20:30:26 GMT)
Malta Government Nominates Indus Relations Lawyer To Become President
VALLETTA, Malta (AFP)--An industrial relations lawyer and a prominent member of the opposition Labor Party, George Abela, was nominated Monday by the government as the next president of Malta. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 20:38:22 GMT)
Attorney general says Virginia Countrywide clients may be due for help to avoid foreclosure
Attorney General Bob McDonnell says a settlement with Countrywide Financial could provide some mortgage relief for some of the lender's (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 20:57:46 GMT)
Temporary Replacement Named For U.S. Attorney
MILWAUKEE -- A temporary replacement has been named for U.S. Attorney Steven Biskupic, who has resigned as the top prosecutor in Milwaukee's federal court. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 21:09:06 GMT)
Attorney General: Virginia Countrywide clients in line for help
RICHMOND Attorney General Bob McDonnell says a settlement with Countrywide Financial could provide some mortgage relief for some of the lender's Virginia customers. McDonnell says the settlement will provide nearly $213 million in projected relief for more than 8,900 homeowners in Virginia. McDonnell also is proposing legislation to provide further assistance to homeowners. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 21:22:50 GMT)
Amy Winehouse's husband seeks divorce, citing adultery: lawyer
The husband of troubled Grammy Award-winning British singer Amy Winehouse is seeking a divorce on the grounds of her adultery, his lawyer said Monday. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 21:25:09 GMT)
Gaouette steps in as acting U.S. attorney for Colorado
David Gaouette has been appointed acting U.S. attorney for the District of Colorado by the U.S. Department of Justice, officials said Monday (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 21:37:36 GMT)
Federal prosecutor named acting US attorney
Longtime federal prosecutor David Gaouette has been named acting U.S. attorney for Colorado, replacing Troy Eid. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 21:57:11 GMT)
Report: Lawyer misused U.S. Marshals at events
Investigators say a lawyer for the U.S. Marshals Service used government cars and armed deputies to drive himself and broadcasters to major sporting events like the Super Bowl and the World Series. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 22:27:31 GMT)
Dallas attorney Mike Barrett dies
Dallas attorney Michael C. Barrett, founder and chairman of mortgage banking law firm Barrett Daffin Frappier Turner & Engel LLP, died Sunday, Jan.11 at his Dallas-area home. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 23:03:38 GMT)
SC attorney general fights Duke Energy, Charlotte
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina's attorney general wants the U.S. Supreme Court to block Duke Energy and others from intervening in the state's federal lawsuit against North Carolina. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 23:08:15 GMT)
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