Attorney News Jan 2009
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Colin Higgins Trust Sues Attorney Over "9 to 5" Rights
Colin Higgins Prods., the trust representing the late screenwriter, is suing lawyer Barry Hirsch, saying the attorney failed to represent the author in negotiations for turning the screenplay of "9 to 5" into a stage musical. (Wed, 21 Jan 2009 17:31:07 GMT)
Russians condemn slaying of rights lawyer
Attorneys, activists and lawmakers Wednesday condemned the brazen shooting of a human-rights lawyer on a busy Moscow street and called for a thorough and honest investigation into a killing that spotlighted the risks faced by Russians who fight for justice. (Wed, 21 Jan 2009 19:05:52 GMT)
DA: Attorney stole $700,000
Real estate lawyer used two schemes to get money, district attorney says An East Meadow real estate lawyer was charged with stealing $700,000 from investors in two schemes, Nassau County District Attorney Kathleen Rice said Wednesday. (Wed, 21 Jan 2009 19:13:22 GMT)
Russians condemn slaying of rights lawyer
(By DAVID NOWAK, Associated Press Writer) Attorneys, activists and lawmakers Wednesday condemned the brazen shooting of a human-rights lawyer on a busy Moscow street and called for a thorough and honest investigation into a killing that spotlighted the risks faced by Russians who fight for justice. Rights activists have compared Monday's murder of Stanislav Markelov to the 2006 slaying of ... (Wed, 21 Jan 2009 19:21:11 GMT)
Greene's lawyer asks judge to allow him to view sealed text messages
DETROIT -- A lawyer for the family of slain exotic dancer Tamara Greene asked a judge today to let him look at text messages that U.S. magistrate judges have deemed potentially relevant in the family's lawsuit against the city of Detroit. (Wed, 21 Jan 2009 19:40:27 GMT)
Lawyer for slain stripper's family wants access to text messages
A lawyer for the family of slain stripper Tamara Greene today filed a motion asking that he be given access to 13 text messages that might shed light on her 2003 killing. (Wed, 21 Jan 2009 19:42:43 GMT)
Vote delayed on attorney general-nominee
Republican lawmakers on Wednesday forced the Senate Judiciary Committee to postpone for one week a vote on U.S. attorney general-nominee Eric Holder. (Wed, 21 Jan 2009 20:16:26 GMT)
Ohio reaches settlement with 2 women at center of attorney general sexual harassment scandal
COLUMBUS, Ohio - Ohio has reached a settlement with two women whose sexual harassment complaints led to the resignation last year of the state attorney general. (Wed, 21 Jan 2009 20:29:47 GMT)
Russians Condemn Slaying of Prominent Lawyer
Attorneys, activists and lawmakers Wednesday condemned the brazen shooting of a human-rights lawyer on a busy Moscow street. (Wed, 21 Jan 2009 20:39:13 GMT)
Attorney general vote delayed a week
Eric Holder's bid to become the nation's first African-American attorney general has been delayed a week. (Wed, 21 Jan 2009 21:13:41 GMT)
Eric Holder vote for attorney general delayed a week, as Republicans want more questioning
WASHINGTON - Eric Holder's bid to become the nation's first African-American attorney general has been delayed a week. Senate Republicans are demanding more time to question the nominee on a variety of topics. (Wed, 21 Jan 2009 21:14:51 GMT)
Vote delayed on attorney general-nominee
Republicans forced the Senate Judiciary Committee on Wednesday to postpone for one week a vote on President Barack Obama's nomination of Eric Holder to be U.S. attorney general, slowing his progress to become the country's top law officer. (Wed, 21 Jan 2009 21:18:41 GMT)
Vote on attorney general nominee is delayed a week
A Senate committee vote on the nomination of Eric Holder Jr. to be attorney general was delayed for a week after Republicans insisted they needed more time to question him. (Wed, 21 Jan 2009 21:21:23 GMT)
Va. Beach city attorney closer to judgeship
RICHMOND Longtime Virginia Beach City Attorney Les Lilley is a step closer to becoming a judge. House and Senate committees certified him Wednesday. His name, like those of other judicial candidates, must be approved by the General Assembly before becoming a judge. Lilley, who has support from Virginia Beach Republicans, would fill a vacancy on the Beach Circuit Court bench. (Wed, 21 Jan 2009 21:38:13 GMT)
U.S. seeks to keep NY lawyer Dreier jailed pre-trial
A New York lawyer accused in a multimillion-dollar investment scheme should remain jailed before trial because investigators have not tracked down all his money, U.S. prosecutors said on Wednesday. (Wed, 21 Jan 2009 23:03:00 GMT)
Senate Republicans delay vote on attorney general
Republicans on Wednesday delayed a confirmation vote on attorney general nominee Eric Holder, some demanding assurances he would not prosecute U.S. agents for torture if they thought their methods were in compliance with the law. (Wed, 21 Jan 2009 23:05:31 GMT)
Panel postpones action on Obama attorney general pick
The US Senate Judiciary Committee announced Wednesday it had postponed by one week consideration of President Barack Obama's attorney general nominee, Eric Holder. (Wed, 21 Jan 2009 23:25:53 GMT)
Showdown set for Thursday over lawyer's jailing
A federal prosecutor said Wednesday that a prominent lawyer accused of duping sophisticated hedge funds out of more than $400 million tried to transfer two properties in the Hamptons to his son as his scheme unraveled and criminal charges loomed. The new... (Wed, 21 Jan 2009 23:51:27 GMT)
Showdown set for Thursday over lawyer's jailing
A federal prosecutor said Wednesday that a prominent lawyer accused of duping sophisticated hedge funds out of more than $400 million tried to transfer two properties in the Hamptons to his son as his scheme unraveled and criminal charges loomed. (Thu, 22 Jan 2009 00:08:50 GMT)
Senate Republicans delay vote on attorney general nominee
Key Republicans delayed a vote on Wednesday on the confirmation of attorney general nominee Eric Holder in part over concerns that he views Bush administration interrogation practices as torture. (Thu, 22 Jan 2009 00:30:13 GMT)
Attorney general challenges prison proposal
SACRAMENTO - California's attorney general is asking a federal appeals court to block what he describes as an extravagant spending proposal for prison medical facilities. (Thu, 22 Jan 2009 00:44:51 GMT)
Detroit's Top Lawyer Resigns After 'Ghetto Court' Remark
The city of Detroit's top lawyer has resigned amid a controversy in which she referred to one of the city's courts as "a ghetto court." Attorney Kathleen Leavey, former head of the Detroit Law Department, said that her comment was taken "way, way" out of context and that her remarks were part of a conversation about the way in which the court is managed. The 23-year city employee adamantly ... (Thu, 22 Jan 2009 01:17:30 GMT)
Fired Lawyer Entitled to Coverage for Sanctions Hearing
A federal judge has ruled that when a lawyer is fired midtrial and his former client threatens to sue for malpractice and later joins in a sanctions motion against the lawyer, the lawyer's legal malpractice insurer cannot refuse to defend the lawyer in the sanctions proceedings. Attorney Benjamin A. Post claims his insurer refused in bad faith to fund the defense of a sanctions motion that was ... (Thu, 22 Jan 2009 01:18:14 GMT)
Sirul's Lawyer Says Defence Team Is Blind-Sided
The lawyer representing Corporal Sirul Azhar Umar, the second accused in the Altantuya Shaariibuu murder trial, told the judge today that the defence team is blind-sided. (Thu, 22 Jan 2009 03:00:27 GMT)
Ore. attorney general to investigate Portland mayor, who admitted to lying about sex with teen
PORTLAND, Ore. - The state's attorney general agreed Wednesday to investigate claims made by the mayor of Portland that he lied to cover up a sexual relationship with an 18-year-old boy. (Thu, 22 Jan 2009 03:14:43 GMT)
Lawyer: Dethroned Miss California drops lawsuit
A woman whose Miss California USA title was taken away due to a vote-tabulation error has requested that the court drop her lawsuit against the Miss Universe pageant and Miss California USA, a Miss Universe lawyer said Wednesday. Read comments (Thu, 22 Jan 2009 04:03:13 GMT)
Hamilton County: WWTA seversties with attorney
After months of questions from the Hamilton County Commission, the county’s Water and Wastewater Treatment Authority board voted Wednesday to suspend its contracts with attorney John Anderson. (Thu, 22 Jan 2009 05:14:28 GMT)
Confirmation vote delayed on Obama's attorney general nominee
WASHINGTON | Key Republicans on Wednesday delayed a vote on the confirmation of attorney general nominee Eric Holder in part over concerns that he views Bush administration interrogation practices as torture. (Thu, 22 Jan 2009 05:25:29 GMT)
2nd Circuit to Hear Arguments on Lawyer Ad Restrictions
Three judges on the 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals will hear arguments today into whether restrictions put on lawyer advertising by New York courts in 2007 violate attorneys' constitutional right to free speech. (Thu, 22 Jan 2009 08:02:21 GMT)
N.Y. Attorney General Probes Placement of Investments With Madoff
New York Attorney General Andrew Cuomo has launched a two-pronged probe of a prominent New York financier who invested the money of universities and charities with Bernard H. Madoff, who allegedly operated a massive Ponzi scheme. (Thu, 22 Jan 2009 08:02:21 GMT)
Tamara Greene's lawyer wants flagged texts
A lawyer for the family of slain stripper Tamara Greene filed a motion Wednesday asking that he be given access to 13 text messages that might shed light on her 2003 killing. (Thu, 22 Jan 2009 08:32:01 GMT)
Ex-US attorney to prosecute suspects at Guantanamo
Former U.S. attorney David Iglesias, who was among nine U.S. attorneys fired by the Bush administration in 2006, has a new job prosecuting suspected terrorists held in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. (Thu, 22 Jan 2009 11:13:54 GMT)
Ex-US attorney to prosecute suspects at Guantanamo
Former U.S. attorney David Iglesias, who was among nine U.S. attorneys fired by the Bush administration in 2006, has a new job prosecuting suspected terrorists held in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Iglesias has been hired as a prosecutor in the Office of Military Commissions and has been reactivated in the Navy as a captain. "It's the most important work I've ever done in my 25 years as a lawyer," ... (Thu, 22 Jan 2009 11:24:18 GMT)
Ex-US attorney to prosecute suspects at Guantanamo
(By HEATHER CLARK, Associated Press Writer) Former U.S. attorney David Iglesias, who was among nine U.S. attorneys fired by the Bush administration in 2006, has a new job prosecuting suspected terrorists held in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Iglesias has been hired as a prosecutor in the Office of Military Commissions and has been reactivated in the Navy as a captain. "It's the most important work I've ... (Thu, 22 Jan 2009 11:30:36 GMT)
Ottawa's position on Khadr is baseless: lawyer
As the U.S. prepares to order the detention centre in Guantanamo Bay closed, the Tories are still refusing to get involved in Omar Khadr's case. Khadr's lawyer says Ottawa's position is baseless. (Thu, 22 Jan 2009 11:46:56 GMT)
State Agency Lawyer Pays $1,000 Fine In Ethics Case
A state agency lawyer has paid a $1,000 fine for violating state ethics statutes in 2004, when she posed as a parking lot attendant in a letter that led to the firing of the state ethics chief. (Thu, 22 Jan 2009 11:56:48 GMT)
Showdown Set for Thursday Over Lawyer’s Bail
A federal prosecutor said Wednesday that Marc Dreier, a prominent lawyer accused of duping hedge funds out of more than $400 million, tried to transfer two properties in the Hamptons to his son as his scheme unraveled and criminal charges loomed. (Thu, 22 Jan 2009 13:09:27 GMT)
Conn. lawyer pays $1,000 fine in ethics case
A lawyer who works for the state will pay a $1,000 fine for posing as a whistleblower in a letter that played a role in her boss’ firing. (Thu, 22 Jan 2009 13:22:50 GMT)
Group honors Va Attorney General for supporting soldiers
Attorney General Bob McDonnell is being honored for his support of Virginia’s soldiers. (Thu, 22 Jan 2009 13:33:52 GMT)
Ex-US attorney joins terror prosecution team
A former U.S. attorney who was among nine fired by the Bush administration in 2006 has been working as a prosecutor of suspected terrorists at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. (Thu, 22 Jan 2009 14:50:07 GMT)
Rapist sacks lawyer at sentencing
A sex attacker who raped and almost killed a teenager avoids being sentenced after sacking his lawyer. (Thu, 22 Jan 2009 14:59:18 GMT)
Lawyer: 'Clark Rockefeller' discussing guilty plea
A lawyer for the man who calls himself Clark Rockefeller says discussions are under way for a possible guilty plea to at least one charge against him in the kidnapping of his 7-year-old daughter. (Thu, 22 Jan 2009 17:07:34 GMT)
Prominent Human Rights Lawyer Murdered in Moscow
WASHINGTON, Jan 22 (OneWorld.net) - A human rights lawyer that represented Chechens who suffered human rights violations at the hands of the state was shot dead in Moscow this Monday. (Thu, 22 Jan 2009 17:24:04 GMT)
Lawyer: 'Clark Rockefeller' discussing guilty plea
(By DENISE LAVOIE, Associated Press Writer) A lawyer for the man who calls himself Clark Rockefeller says discussions are under way for a possible guilty plea to at least one charge against him in the kidnapping of his 7-year-old daughter. Defense attorney Jeffrey Denner told The Associated Press the defense and prosecution would go before a judge Thursday to conduct plea negotiations. Denner ... (Thu, 22 Jan 2009 17:30:46 GMT)
The attorney general's office plans to conduct an investigation of Portland Mayor Sam Adams' recent sex scandal
Portland officials asked the attorney general's office to investigate Portland mayor Sam Adams' recent admission of having a sexual relationship with a teenager. Attorney General John Kroger plans to head the investigation regarding a relationship that Adams had previously denied. Click to watch the full story. (Thu, 22 Jan 2009 20:09:18 GMT)
Tampa Lawyer Disbarred, Another Reprimanded
A Tampa lawyer was disbarred and another reprimanded in a series of disciplinary actions announced today by The Florida Bar. (Thu, 22 Jan 2009 21:10:33 GMT)
Attorney: Seth's death may be manslaughter, not murder
A defense attorney for LeBaron Vaughn conceded this morning outside of court that his client beat 10-year-old Seth Ireland to death last month. The statement by attorney Jim Lambe, after a short court hearing, confirms what police have said about the crime, but also provides insight into Vaughn’s possible court defense. Lambe said he will likely focus on whether the beating constituted ... (Thu, 22 Jan 2009 21:16:41 GMT)
No bail for Marc Dreier, New York lawyer accused of $400 million hedge scheme
NEW YORK - A prominent New York lawyer accused of a $400 million hedge fund scam will remain in custody. Magistrate Judge Douglas Eaton said Thursday he would not release Marc Dreier unless wealthy friends could put up $10 million in cash or property to secure a $20 million bond. (Thu, 22 Jan 2009 21:29:04 GMT)
Accused high-profile NY lawyer Dreier stays in jail
A high-profile New York lawyer accused of running an investment scam that allegedly caused $380 million in losses failed to make bail on Thursday when a U.S. judge set conditions he could not meet. (Thu, 22 Jan 2009 22:07:17 GMT)
New Attorney For Former BART Cop
the former BART officer charged in a deadly shooting has a new attorney (Thu, 22 Jan 2009 23:06:41 GMT)
Judge keeps NY lawyer accused of fraud in custody
A judge who let Bernard Madoff stay out of prison on charges in a $50 billion fraud told a prominent lawyer charged in a much smaller case Thursday that his friends must post $10 million in cash or property before he can go home on bail. (Thu, 22 Jan 2009 23:22:47 GMT)
Clemens lawyer selected for top Justice post
A lawyer who represented Roger Clemens last year when he denied under oath that he used performance enhancing drugs has been chosen to lead the Justice Department lawyers now investigating the retired pitching great. (Thu, 22 Jan 2009 23:32:11 GMT)
Vt. lawyer of terror suspect waiting for details
A Vermont lawyer who's representing a terror suspect held at the Guantanamo Bay detention center says he's eager to learn the details of President Barack Obama's new policy toward the detainees. (Fri, 23 Jan 2009 01:44:16 GMT)
Attorney general challenges attempt to shield Prop. 8 donations
SACRAMENTO - Attorney General Jerry Brown is urging a federal court to reject an attempt to conceal the identities of donors to the gay marriage ban passed last year by California voters. (Fri, 23 Jan 2009 01:44:41 GMT)
Settlement Reached Over Ohio Attorney General Scandal
Two women whose sexual harassment complaints led to the resignation of an Ohio attorney general have reached a settlement with the state, under which they will each receive $247,500 for reparations and attorney fees. The women filed claims last year against Anthony Gutierrez, a top aide to former Attorney General Marc Dann. Gutierrez was fired, and Dann resigned in May. Dann said in an e-mail ... (Fri, 23 Jan 2009 01:47:03 GMT)
Ex-U.S. attorney joins terror prosecution team
A former U.S. attorney who was among nine fired by the Bush administration in 2006 has been working as a prosecutor of suspected terrorists at Guantánamo. (Fri, 23 Jan 2009 01:47:24 GMT)
Rocky Delgadillo eases into 2010 race for California attorney general
L.A. city attorney can start fundraising for a statewide campaign, spokesman says. Delgadillo lost to Jerry Brown in the 2006 Democratic primary, but Brown might run for governor. Three years after falling short in a bid for higher office, Los Angeles City Atty. Rocky Delgadillo has taken the first step toward launching a second campaign for California attorney general, a spokesman said ... (Fri, 23 Jan 2009 03:05:35 GMT)
No Bail for Lawyer Accused of Fraud
A federal judge refused to grant bail on Thursday to Marc S. Dreier, a prominent New York lawyer accused of a $380 million Ponzi scheme. (Fri, 23 Jan 2009 03:07:01 GMT)
Regarded criminal attorney to defend ex-BART cop
A well-known criminal defense attorney is now representing a former Bay Area transit officer who fatally shot an unarmed man on New Year’s Day. Attorney Michael Rains will defend 27-year-old Johannes Mehserle against a murder charge in the death of Oscar Grant. (Fri, 23 Jan 2009 03:29:37 GMT)
Obama names Oakland attorney to head DOJ Civil Division
Tony West has been a federal prosecutor, a defense attorney and an ardent Obama supporter. (Fri, 23 Jan 2009 04:37:48 GMT)
Ill. governor's lawyer: I might sue to stop trial
Facing almost certain defeat in a Senate impeachment trial, Gov. Rod Blagojevich might ask the courts to step in and block a proceeding that he considers "a sham," a lawyer for the Democratic governor said Thursday. (Fri, 23 Jan 2009 04:45:33 GMT)
Drywall contractor sued by State Attorney General
A Bakersfield drywall contractor is being taken to court by California Attorney General Jerry Brown. (Fri, 23 Jan 2009 05:34:35 GMT)
Ill. governor's lawyer: I might sue to stop trial
Facing almost certain defeat in a Senate impeachment trial, Gov. Rod Blagojevich might ask the courts to step in and block a proceeding that he considers "a sham," a lawyer for the Democratic governor said Thursday. (Fri, 23 Jan 2009 07:03:45 GMT)
Candidate Trutanich vows to cut spending as city attorney
Carmen 'Nuch' Trutanich -- who is behind in fundraising but has been praised by Sheriff Lee Baca and Dist. Atty. Steve Cooley -- says he would cut back on outside counsel and increase transparency. Less than six weeks before the election, Los Angeles city attorney candidate Carmen "Nuch" Trutanich on Thursday outlined his agenda for the office, promising to slash spending on outside counsel, ... (Fri, 23 Jan 2009 08:04:39 GMT)
San Bernardino city attorney cleared in ethics complaint
A state bar investigation has exonerated San Bernardino City Attorney Jim Penman of an ethics complaint by former Mayor Judith Valles. (Fri, 23 Jan 2009 08:32:53 GMT)
Slain Russian rights lawyer buried in Moscow
A Russian human-rights lawyer whose killing on a central Moscow street has spotlighted the risks faced by Russians who fight for justice was buried Friday, and the U.S. Embassy said it was outraged by the crime. (Fri, 23 Jan 2009 10:20:00 GMT)
US attorney: Man pleads guilty in airport gun case
NEW ORLEANS -- U.S. Attorney Jim Letten says a Metairie man has pleaded guilty to bringing a gun into a secure portion of Louisiana's largest commercial airport. (Fri, 23 Jan 2009 10:27:07 GMT)
US attorney: Man pleads guilty in airport gun case
Associated Press - January 23, 2009 6:14 AM ET NEW ORLEANS (AP) - U.S. Attorney Jim Letten says a Metairie man has pleaded guilty to bringing a gun into a secure portion of Louisiana's largest... (Fri, 23 Jan 2009 11:20:26 GMT)
Lincolnshire day-care aide 'heartbroken' over toddler death, lawyer says
Day-care aide told about incident with toddler, friend says Melissa Calusinski is heartbroken about the death of a toddler allegedly slammed to the floor in her room at a Lincolnshire day-care center and isn't guilty of murdering the child, her lawyer said Thursday. (Fri, 23 Jan 2009 12:00:19 GMT)
Attorney general joins probe of Unitil response to ice storm
LUNENBURG - The state attorney general's office is working with the state Department of Public Utilities to gather information about the impact of the Dec. 11-12 ice storm on Unitil customers, according to state Rep. Jennifer E. Benson, D-Lunenburg. (Fri, 23 Jan 2009 12:15:48 GMT)
Lawyer refutes claims mob storm mortuary
The lawyer representing A. Kugan’s family refuted the claims by Selangor police chief Datuk Khalid Abu Bakar that a mob stormed the Serdang Hospital mortuary on Tuesday night and locked themselves inside for three hours with the body of Kugan, who had died earlier in police custody. (Fri, 23 Jan 2009 12:20:44 GMT)
Court OKs settlement in attorney general scandal
Moving with unusual speed, the Ohio Court of Claims yesterday approved a $495,000 settlement for the women whose sexual-harassment claims led to former Attorney General Marc Dann's downfall. (Fri, 23 Jan 2009 12:38:03 GMT)
High Bail Is Set in Lawyer’s Fraud Case
A federal judge refused on Thursday to release Marc S. Dreier, a prominent New York lawyer accused of a $380 million Ponzi scheme, unless he posted a $20 million bond guaranteed by financially responsible friends — a requirement that Mr. Dreier’s lawyer said was impossible to meet. (Fri, 23 Jan 2009 13:09:37 GMT)
New York Attorney General Cuomo Said to Probe Merrill Bonuses
Jan. 22 (Bloomberg) -- New York Attorney General Andrew Cuomo is investigating bonuses Merrill Lynch & Co. paid to its executives just before the sale to Bank of America Corp., a person familiar with the probe said. (Fri, 23 Jan 2009 14:43:55 GMT)
Progress in completing Obama's Cabinet hits snags over attorney general, Pentagon deputy
WASHINGTON - It's nine down, six to go to fill President Barack Obama's Cabinet. Yet, for all of the progress, his picks for attorney general and deputy defense secretary remain mired in questions over interrogation methods and ethics. (Fri, 23 Jan 2009 15:38:35 GMT)
Maine attorney general: Beware of stimulus scams
The Maine attorney general's office is warning Mainers to be wary of a new scam being circulated via e-mail. (Fri, 23 Jan 2009 16:42:34 GMT)
Slain Russian rights lawyer buried in Moscow
A human rights lawyer who was gunned down in central Moscow after frequently challenging the actions of Russian authorities was buried on Friday, and U.S. officials said they were outraged by the killing. (Fri, 23 Jan 2009 17:34:24 GMT)
Lawyer: Law-enforcement saved George Anthony's life
Watch video from OrlandoSentinel.com about George Anthony's medical evaluation Law-enforcement's rapid response and search for a despondent George Anthony early this morning saved his life, his lawyer told the Orlando Sentinel . (Fri, 23 Jan 2009 17:53:06 GMT)
Kerviel’s Probe Delays Are No Problem for SocGen, Lawyer Says
Jan. 23 (Bloomberg) -- Societe Generale SA , which blames Jerome Kerviel for its record trading loss, won’t be affected if the investigation into case lasts another week or several months, a lawyer for the bank said today. (Fri, 23 Jan 2009 18:32:26 GMT)
Attorney General Reaches $1 Million Agreement with Major Mobile Content Marketer
Attorney General Bill McCollum today announces his office has reached a $1 million settlement with a major mobile content marketer over allegations related to improper billing of mobile content. (Fri, 23 Jan 2009 18:42:46 GMT)
Judge: Attorney cannot withdraw on eve of trial
Associated Press - January 23, 2009 1:45 PM ET WAUSAU, Wis. (AP) - A judge has rejected an attorney's request to withdraw from a 9-year-old homicide case even though the attorney said he felt... (Fri, 23 Jan 2009 18:45:56 GMT)
Ohio attorney general sues foreclosure rescue firms
Two Cincinnati companies that promised to help people avoid home foreclosures have been sued by Ohio Attorney General Richard Cordray. (Fri, 23 Jan 2009 19:41:56 GMT)
Lincoln attorney disbarred
The Nebraska Supreme Court has disbarred Lincoln attorney Mary Wickenkamp, based on a “cumulative acts of misconduct” and “her disrespect for the court’s disciplinary jurisdiction.” (Fri, 23 Jan 2009 19:56:43 GMT)
Chattanooga: Boydston attorney enters “not guilty” plea on shoplifting
An attorney for Hamilton County Board of Education member Janice Boydston entered a “not guilty” plea Friday morning on the charge that she stole about $32 worth of merchandise from Wal-Mart last summer. (Fri, 23 Jan 2009 20:06:34 GMT)
Local attorney to receive NASA recognition for photo
A Springfield attorney's astrophotography passion will be nationally recognized on Friday. (Fri, 23 Jan 2009 20:13:13 GMT)
Sebi to issue norms on power of attorney
In a move to protect the interest of investors, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has asked a high-level committee to suggest guidelines for the power of attorney (PoA) that investors issue in favour of their brokers. (Fri, 23 Jan 2009 21:34:54 GMT)
Gov's criminal case lawyer to resign
Edward Genson, the lead attorney for Gov. Rod Blagojevich, said he intends to withdraw as the governor's lawyer in the criminal case. Genson, who has been practicing law for 44 years, made a brief statement to reporters after a hearing this afternoon in federal court, where a judge had just ruled that four undercover recordings of the governor from the criminal investigation could be turned ... (Fri, 23 Jan 2009 23:06:26 GMT)
Rod Blagojevich's attorney to resign from criminal case
CHICAGO— Rod Blagojevich's lead attorney says he plans to resign from the Illinois governor's criminal case. (Fri, 23 Jan 2009 23:10:33 GMT)
Ill. gov.'s attorney to resign from criminal case
(By MIKE ROBINSON, Associated Press Writer) Gov. Rod Blagojevich's chief defense attorney announced Friday that he is bailing out of the fraud and bribery case against the governor, strongly hinting that his embattled client refused to listen to his advice. "I never require a client to do what I say, but I do require them to at least listen," Edward Genson said. "I intend to withdraw as counsel ... (Fri, 23 Jan 2009 23:15:36 GMT)
Blagojevich lead attorney to resign from criminal case
Gov. Rod Blagojevich's lead attorney said today that he plans to resign from the impeached governor's criminal case. (Fri, 23 Jan 2009 23:40:38 GMT)
Former St. Tammany district attorney's staffer sold criminal records from federal database to private investigators
A former employee of the St. Tammany District Attorney's Office has pleaded guilty in federal court to improperly tapping into a national crime database in order to sell people's criminal histories to private investigators.... (Sat, 24 Jan 2009 00:00:25 GMT)
Defense Attorney to Resign From Criminal Case Against Blagojevich
Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich's chief defense attorney, Edward Genson, announced Friday that he is bailing out of the fraud and bribery case against the governor, strongly hinting that his client refused to listen to his advice. Blagojevich, facing charges of fraud conspiracy and solicitation of bribery, was impeached by the Illinois House earlier this month and faces trial in the Senate. (Sat, 24 Jan 2009 01:47:12 GMT)
Gov's Lead Attorney To Resign From Criminal Case
Gov. Rod Blagojevich's lead attorney says he plans to resign from his criminal case. Ed Genson's decision Friday comes one day after Blagojevich's defense team sent mixed signals over whether the governor would file a lawsuit to block his impeachment trial in the state Senate. (Sat, 24 Jan 2009 02:46:13 GMT)
Ill. gov.'s attorney to resign from criminal case
Gov. Rod Blagojevich's chief defense attorney announced Friday that he is bailing out of the fraud and bribery case against the governor, strongly hinting that his embattled client refused to listen to his advice. (Sat, 24 Jan 2009 03:48:37 GMT)
UMW chief blasts Alabama attorney general
CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- United Mine Workers President Cecil Roberts released a statement Friday criticizing Alabamas attorney general for asking other attorneys general around the country to join him in opposing the appeal that Hugh Caperton and Harman Mining... (Sat, 24 Jan 2009 05:11:14 GMT)
Lawyer Gets Suspended, Put On Probation
The Florida Supreme Court recently disciplined a Lakeland lawyer for failing to timely comply with court orders.Charles Daniel Akes was suspended for 30 days effective Nov. 6 and was placed on probation for three years, according to a news release of The Florida Bar. (Sat, 24 Jan 2009 05:14:08 GMT)
Somerset County defense firms cooperating in probe, lawyer says
A lawyer for two Somerset County defense contractors Friday said his clients are cooperating with a federal investigation of their businesses, which have received government contracts worth tens of millions of dollars. (Sat, 24 Jan 2009 05:16:26 GMT)
Blagojevich's lead defense lawyer to resign
Prominent Chicago defense lawyer Ed Genson said Friday he intends to resign as attorney for embattled Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich in the criminal case against the governor. (Sat, 24 Jan 2009 05:20:59 GMT)
Embattled House Speaker Ray Sansom hires prominent attorney
Speaker Ray Sansom has hired a prominent criminal defense attorney to represent him in possible state and federal investigations. Tallahassee lawyer Peter Antonacci said Friday he has contacted Thomas Kirwin, acting U.S. attorney for the Northern District of Florida, to say he is representing the Destin Republican. (Sat, 24 Jan 2009 08:24:07 GMT)
South Whitehall attorney John Karoly Jr. may face new charges
Prominent defense lawyer has pleaded not guilty to faking his late brother's will Attorney John Karoly Jr., indicted in September for allegedly faking his late brother's will to defraud his estate, could face additional federal charges. (Sat, 24 Jan 2009 09:19:49 GMT)
District attorney: Man found dead in berry field was stabbed 80 times by Watsonville gang leader
SANTA CRUZ -- A Watsonville gang leader accused of murder is being held on $1 million bail after the district attorney told a judge that Jose Velasquez and other gang members stabbed a man 80 times, then left his bloody body near a Pajaro Valley berry field. (Sat, 24 Jan 2009 09:50:18 GMT)
Man accused in slaying of officer appointed 2nd attorney
A second attorney has been appointed at taxpayers' expense to help defend accused Jackson cop killer Sharrod Ray Moore in his upcoming trial in Hinds County Circuit Court. (Sat, 24 Jan 2009 10:11:36 GMT)
Attorney general issues tax-scam advisory to state
Tax-return season has arrived and so has tax-scam season, according to Florida's attorney general.Bill McCollum issued an advisory this week warning residents about tax-related schemes. In a news release, McCollum urged Floridians to report suspicious behavior. (Sat, 24 Jan 2009 11:14:04 GMT)
Poker players advised to 'get a lawyer'
Const. Paul Davis said the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary's message to people who want to run poker games hasn't changed - talk to a lawyer. (Sat, 24 Jan 2009 11:55:42 GMT)
Governor takes his fight to airwaves; lawyer quits
Blagojevich casts himself as victim; lead criminal defense lawyer quits Facing a Senate trial likely to cost him his job, impeached Gov. Rod Blagojevich launched a media blitz Friday portraying himself as the victim of a political conspiracy. (Sat, 24 Jan 2009 12:49:05 GMT)
Lawyer suspended by Barristers' Society
BY BRENT FOX [email protected] NovaNewsNow.com A well-known Kentville lawyer has been suspended by the Barristers' Society until further notice. The Nova Scotia Barristers' Society's complaints investigation committee has given notice that Peter Van Feggelen's practicing certificate has been suspended effective Jan... (Sat, 24 Jan 2009 12:58:18 GMT)
Burlington lawyer nominated as next US attorney
A Burlington attorney is poised to become Vermont's next top federal prosecutor. U.S. Sen. Patrick Leahy says he's nominated Burlington attorney Tristram J. Coffin to become Vermont's next United States Attorney. (Sat, 24 Jan 2009 13:14:05 GMT)
ACCOMACK: Supervisors restructure county attorney's contract
PARKSLEY — Accomack County’s first full-time county attorney had his contract amended Wednesday after a closed session of the Board of Supervisors. (Sat, 24 Jan 2009 13:32:54 GMT)
Sebi to issue norms on power of attorney
In a move to protect the interest of investors, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has asked a high-level committee to suggest guidelines for the power of attorney (PoA) that investors issue in favour of their brokers. (Sat, 24 Jan 2009 13:35:40 GMT)
Journalist and human rights lawyer shot by masked gunman in Moscow
A Russian freelance journalist was killed yesterday as she attempted to intervene when a human rights lawyer, renowned for his work on abuses in Chechnya, was also murdered by a masked gunman. Lawyer Stanislav Markelov was shot in the back of the head at close range in broad daylight yesterday in Moscow by a gunman who followed him from a news conference, the Associated Press reported. ... (Sat, 24 Jan 2009 14:46:53 GMT)
Burlington Lawyer Nominated As Next U.S. Attorney
A Burlington attorney is poised to become Vermont's next top federal prosecutor. (Sat, 24 Jan 2009 16:19:58 GMT)
Attorney has roots in local area, local culture
Steve N. Hall could easily be called a man who wears many hats, including bilingual speaker, traveler, rancher, and most recently, attorney at law. Hall opened his doors for the first time as an attorney on Monday (Jan. 19) but he is not new to Pampa, just the business. (Sat, 24 Jan 2009 17:17:40 GMT)
RI's US attorney preparing for "looming" exit
U.S. Attorney Robert Clark Corrente is keeping one eye on his ongoing investigation into government corruption -- and the other on his own job prospects. (Sat, 24 Jan 2009 17:40:21 GMT)
Photo taken by local attorney on NASA site
A Springfield attorney's astrophotography passion was nationally recognized Friday . Rich Hammar's image of the "Intergalactic Wanderer" was featured by NASA as its "Astronomy Picture of the Day" at http:// antwrp.gsfc.nasa.gov/apod. (Sat, 24 Jan 2009 17:44:33 GMT)
Lawyer says Madoff's sons kept in dark
NEW YORK, Jan. 24 (UPI) -- A lawyer says the two sons of disgraced U.S. financial investor Bernard Madoff had no knowledge of their father's allegedly fraudulent dealings. (Sat, 24 Jan 2009 18:19:20 GMT)
Sebi to issue norms on power of attorney
In a move to protect the interest of investors, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has asked a high-level committee to suggest guidelines for the power of attorney (PoA) that investors issue in favour of their brokers. (Sat, 24 Jan 2009 18:55:16 GMT)
Lawyer says Madoff's sons kept in dark
A lawyer says the two sons of disgraced U.S. financial investor Bernard Madoff had no knowledge of their father's allegedly fraudulent dealings.Attorney Martin Flumenbaum, who is representing Mark and Andrew Madoff, said the brothers only learned about their father's alleged actions a day before the former Nasdaq stock exchange chairman was arrested in December, The Wall Street Journal reported ... (Sat, 24 Jan 2009 19:07:29 GMT)
Fla. House Speaker Sansom hires second attorney
Florida House Speaker Ray Sansom has hired a prominent criminal defense attorney to represent him in possible state and federal investigations. (Sat, 24 Jan 2009 20:24:18 GMT)
Sperling, staff to stay on at U.S. Attorney’s office — for now
The name in the White House may have changed, but the name in the U.S. attorney’s office for the Eastern District of Oklahoma remains the same — at least for now. (Sat, 24 Jan 2009 21:24:27 GMT)
Zsa Zsa Gabor lost millions due to Madoff: lawyer
Actress Zsa Zsa Gabor has lost at least $7 million as a result of investments with accused financial swindler Bernard Madoff, her lawyer said on Saturday. (Sat, 24 Jan 2009 22:22:19 GMT)
Attorney General Objects To Group's Request To Intervene In Foster Ban
Attorney General Dustin McDaniel has objected to a request by a conservative Christian group to intervene in a lawsuit that challenges Arkansas' new law banning gay foster and adoptive parents. (Sat, 24 Jan 2009 23:19:03 GMT)
Austin attorney barely escaped bankruptcy in 1980s
The early 1980s were heady times for David Armbrust, a rising attorney riding the real estate gravy train through an unprecedented, jaw-dropping boom. (Sat, 24 Jan 2009 23:59:10 GMT)
Governmental attorney: Secret ballot violates open meetings law
An attorney whose practice is exclusive to local governments said Friday that he doesn’t know of any provision in Georgia law that allows for secret ballot voting as the Tift County Board of Commissioners has practiced when it appoints citizens to various volunteer boards, commissions and authorities. (Sun, 25 Jan 2009 02:01:25 GMT)
Greene County Attorney Wants Congressional Seat
On the day Governor David Paterson announced Congresswoman Kirsten Gillibrand would be the next U.S. senator from New York, attorney Carol Schrager of Hunter was the lone democrat to confirm that she is going to try to fill Gillibrand's seat in the 20th district. (Sun, 25 Jan 2009 02:22:51 GMT)
Oregon Attorney General accuses judge of abusing discretion
The Oregon attorney general's office has accused a Clackamas County judge of gross abuse of discretion for ordering bail for a child-rape suspect to help decide custody for his 13-year-old... (Sun, 25 Jan 2009 03:05:38 GMT)
City attorney aims for judge seat
City attorney Loreen Burkett will officially enter the race for judge in the Lebanon County Court of Common Pleas when she makes her announcement Tuesday morning, according to a press release from (Sun, 25 Jan 2009 04:14:57 GMT)
RI's US attorney preparing for "looming" exit
U.S. Attorney Robert Clark Corrente is keeping one eye on his ongoing investigation into government corruption -- and the other on his own job prospects. (Sun, 25 Jan 2009 05:25:11 GMT)
The U.S. Attorney's Office in South Florida: what it does
The U.S. Attorney's Office What is it and what does it do? (Sun, 25 Jan 2009 05:42:34 GMT)
Attorney to run for St. Charles mayor
ST. CHARLES – An area attorney who ran for Congress last year filed paperwork Monday to run in St. Charles’ upcoming mayoral race. (Sun, 25 Jan 2009 06:21:17 GMT)
Fla. House Speaker Sansom hires second attorney
Florida House Speaker Ray Sansom has hired a prominent criminal defense attorney to represent him in possible state and federal investigations. (Sun, 25 Jan 2009 08:07:12 GMT)
Power of attorney is key
A power of attorney is a basic estate planning tool, allowing someone to make financial decisions on your behalf if you're no longer able to do so. (Sun, 25 Jan 2009 08:37:44 GMT)
Lawyer battles to protect 'vulnerable adults'
Vulnerable adults in Washington have a fierce advocate in Vancouver lawyer James Senescu. (Sun, 25 Jan 2009 09:17:20 GMT)
Attorney General Launches New Online Service Providing Greater Transparency of Charities in Texas
Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott today launched a new online resource that will allow Texans to search Texas charitable organizations’ tax filings. The newly created database will provide instant, user-friendly access to Texas charitable organizations’ expenditure data so that potential supporters, committed contributors and the general public can easily learn how charitable dollars are being ... (Sun, 25 Jan 2009 11:05:14 GMT)
Liberty County DA, county attorney hosting DWI training for peace officers
The offices of District Attorney Mike Little and County Attorney Wesley Hinch have been selected as the host offices for joint police and prosecutor DWI training by the Texas District and County Attorneys Association in cooperation with the Texas Department of Transportation. The day-long seminar will be held on Friday, February 20, 2009 at the Liberty Center, in Liberty. (Sun, 25 Jan 2009 11:07:03 GMT)
Brendan Johnson Files For U.S. Attorney
SIOUX FALLS (AP) — Sioux Falls attorney Brendan Johnson has formally applied to the Obama administration for the U.S. attorney’s job in South Dakota. (Sun, 25 Jan 2009 11:46:04 GMT)
Harman eyes attorney general seat
Sen. Tom Harman is considering running to be California’s next attorney general in 2010. (Sun, 25 Jan 2009 12:50:27 GMT)
City attorney aims for judge seat
City attorney Loreen Burkett will officially enter the race for judge in the Lebanon County Court of Common Pleas when she makes her announcement Tuesday morning, according to a press release from her campaign. (Sun, 25 Jan 2009 13:35:06 GMT)
Attorney general may probe corporate misconduct
Disgusted by the latest example of Wall Street mismanagement, Senate President Richard Codey asked state Attorney General Anne Milgram last week to investigate whether investment firms squandered New Jersey's pension funds on lavish bonuses and perks. Codey (D-Essex) said he... (Sun, 25 Jan 2009 14:33:31 GMT)
Neb. Supreme Court Disbars Lincoln Attorney
The Nebraska Supreme Court has disbarred a Lincoln attorney accused of improper conduct, including forging a client's signature. (Sun, 25 Jan 2009 14:38:42 GMT)
Burlington lawyer nominated as next US attorney
A Burlington attorney is poised to become Vermont's next top federal prosecutor. U.S. Sen. Patrick Leahy says he's nominated Burlington attorney Tristram J. Coffin to become Vermont's next United States Attorney. (Sun, 25 Jan 2009 15:25:11 GMT)
Barred lawyer's 'cottonwool' treatment
A disgraced British lawyer and her husband who was sacked by Nelson-Marlborough District Health Board have been getting cottonwool treatment from Immigration officials, a woman who ran the couple to ground says. (Sun, 25 Jan 2009 16:11:28 GMT)
Florida House Speaker Hires Another Attorney
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -- Florida House Speaker Ray Sansom has hired a prominent criminal defense attorney to represent him in possible state and federal investigations. (Sun, 25 Jan 2009 16:15:14 GMT)
Immigration links OVP staff lawyer
A woman lawyer working at the Office of the Vice President (OVP) has been linked by the Bureau of Immigration (BI) authorities to the escape incident last week of a South Korean detainee, who is wanted in his home country for large-scale fraud and swindling. (Sun, 25 Jan 2009 16:23:30 GMT)
Harman eyes attorney general seat
Sen. Tom Harman is considering running to be California’s next attorney general in 2010. (Sun, 25 Jan 2009 16:46:13 GMT)
Young lawyer's organs used in seven successful transplant operations
A talented young lawyer who died after being hit by a car has helped the lives of seven people after her organs were used in a series of successful transplant operations. (Sun, 25 Jan 2009 18:34:49 GMT)
Michael S. Burg Selected as Lawyer of the Year for 2008 by Law Week Colorado
Michael S. Burg, shareholder and founder of the firm of Burg Simpson Eldredge Hersh & Jardine, P.C. has been named as 2008 Lawyer of the Year by Law Week Colorado. (Sun, 25 Jan 2009 19:00:00 GMT)
Attorney faces state hearing on complaint
The Office of Lawyer Regulation has filed a complaint with the Wisconsin Supreme Court against West Salem attorney Harry Griswold for his handling of the Burns Cemetery issue. Griswold is charged with violating Supreme Court Rule 20:8.4(c), which states: “It is professional misconduct for a lawyer to engage in conduct involving dishonesty, fraud, deceit or misrepresentation.” (Sun, 25 Jan 2009 19:00:02 GMT)
RI’s US attorney preparing for “looming” exit
U.S. Attorney Robert Clark Corrente is keeping one eye on his ongoing investigation into government corruption and the other on his own job prospects. (Sun, 25 Jan 2009 21:19:19 GMT)
Slain Lawyer and Reporter Laid to Rest
26 January 2009 By David Nowak / Staff Writer Stanislav Markelov, a human rights lawyer gunned down in central Moscow after frequently challenging the actions of Russian authorities, was buried Friday. (Sun, 25 Jan 2009 22:51:55 GMT)
Family's heartbreaking decision: Organs of young lawyer killed in crash save seven other lives
A young lawyer killed in a road accident has saved the lives of seven people after her organs were used in successful transplants. Vicky Johnson, 23, was hit by a car two weeks ago. (Sun, 25 Jan 2009 23:47:56 GMT)
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