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Zuma’s lawyer denies NIA boss gave him recordings
JOHANNESBURG — ANC president Jacob Zuma’s lawyer has denied it was National Intelligence Agency (NIA) deputy head Arthur Fraser who gave him secret tape recordings, the Sunday Independent reported. (Sun, 12 Apr 2009 20:54:07 GMT)

Ex-CT lawyer faces tax evasion sentence
A former New London lawyer is facing sentencing for tax evasion. (Sun, 12 Apr 2009 22:15:50 GMT)

Police, prosecutors, attorney to split $2 million
ANDERSON, Ind. - More than $2 million forfeited by former state Teamsters president and accused gambling ring organizer John L. Neal will be divided among police agencies, prosecutors and an attorney. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 00:51:29 GMT)

Florence Cassez's lawyer ready to go before ICC
The lawyer of Frenchwoman Florence Cassez, jailed on kidnapping charges in Mexico, said he was ready to bring her case before the International Criminal Court if Mexico denies her repatriation. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 01:04:54 GMT)

Attorney General Zoeller to speak at Lincoln-Reagan dinner
Greg Zoeller, Indiana’s new Attorney General, will be the featured speaker for the Daviess County Republicans’ Lincoln-Reagan Dinner on Thursday. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 03:17:11 GMT)

Santa Rosa lawyer still in the military
Theresa Norton has long lived a double life. Day in and day out, she’s an estate-planning lawyer in Santa Rosa, a wife, a mother of a 6-year-old daughter and, as time and weather allow, a recreational cyclist. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 04:22:02 GMT)

Meet America's top lawyer
WASHINGTON - Lots of kids like to play cops and robbers. Eric H. Holder Jr. doesn't have to pretend: He is the nation's top cop - and its chief lawyer, too! (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 05:19:07 GMT)

Lipman: Finding an attorney to do a will should be easy
Why is it so difficult to find an attorney who will write a simple will for my wife and me? (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 05:41:55 GMT)

Missoula attorney leaving board
GREAT FALLS - Missoula attorney Bill Rossbach no longer will be on the Montana Board of Environmental Review, the state Senate has decided. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 06:04:31 GMT)

Police, prosecutors, attorney to split $2 million
ANDERSON, Ind. -- More than $2 million forfeited by former state Teamsters president and accused gambling ring organizer John L. Neal will be divided among police agencies, prosecutors and an attorney. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 06:07:06 GMT)

Lawyer: Mericle open about house
A lawyer representing high-profile developer Robert Mericle denies Mericle misrepresented details about his Wilkes-Barre property to obtain a $143,800 assessment reduction. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 06:18:54 GMT)

Tim Van Valen: The accidental tax attorney
Scientist, outdoorsman, artist … tax attorney? (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 06:39:17 GMT)

Exiting U.S. attorney laments not catching mob boss
As he prepares to leave his position as U.S. attorney, Abington resident Michael Sullivan says he is disappointed that he never got the chance to prosecute fugitive Mob boss James “Whitey” Bulger. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 06:50:10 GMT)

Revoking a power of attorney
Q: I gave my niece power of attorney. I now want someone else to have it. How do I take back the power of attorney I gave to my niece and give it to someone else? (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 07:08:17 GMT)

Angola: Attorney General Calls for Closer Follow-Up of Prisoners Processes
The Attorney General, João Maria de Sousa, saturday urged the magistrates of the prosecuting counsel in central highland Huambo province, to closely follow up the prisoners' processes, in order to alleviate crowded prisons. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 07:15:54 GMT)

Let's hope missteps vanish if former U.S. attorney gets job back
When Dan Bogden was Nevada's U.S. attorney during the Bush administration, the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals issued at least three scathing opinions critical of federal prosecutors in his office. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 09:24:04 GMT)

Fugitive lawyer nabbed in Virginia
The whereabouts of defense lawyer D. Scott Perrine are no longer a mystery. He was arrested by authorities in Arlington, Va., at a hotel where he had been staying under an assumed name, police said. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 10:01:02 GMT)

"Powerful hands" delaying Mancao extradition - lawyer
The lawyer of former police official Cezar Mancao II, a key figure in the Dacer-Corbito killings, has bared that there are "invisible powerful political hands" working to delay his client"s extradition to the Philippines. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 10:05:27 GMT)

Bankruptcy keeps attorney on the run
The adage ‘ask a busy person and you’ll get it done’ holds a special meaning for Hurst bankruptcy attorney Carey Ebert. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 10:10:30 GMT)

Fugitive Attorney Flees to Va. Hilton Garden Inn
Defense attorney D. Scott Perrine, 31, cut off his electronic-monitoring bracelet, slipped out of his Center City apartment March 25 and set his sights on freedom--in Arlington, Va. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 11:22:23 GMT)

Head-Butt Case Sropped Against Lawyer
White Plains, N.Y. (AP) - A former state Assembly candidate has dropped assault charges against a Republican lawyer accused of head-butting him at a White Plains restaurant. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 11:29:21 GMT)

Lawyer: Coniglio didn't steer grants to employer
The defense lawyer for a former state senator on trial for corruption says Joseph Coniglio wasn't the political force who steered millions in state grants to a hospital paying him as a consultant. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 13:19:05 GMT)

Oakland attorney is city's 30th homicide of year
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — An attorney for a prominent law firm became Oakland's 30th homicide of the year over the weekend. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 14:34:15 GMT)

Bob Herbert, Jane Mayer, Former Justice Department Lawyer Thomas Tamm and Investigative Journalist Nick Turse To Be ...
The Nation Institute and The Fertel Foundation will recognize the winners of the 2009 Ridenhour Prizes -- Bob Herbert, Jane Mayer, former Justice Department lawyer Thomas Tamm and investigative journalist Nick Turse -- on April 16, 2009 from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 15:07:00 GMT)

Cubbage still seeking attorney, arraignment adjourned
The arraignment of 19-year-old Timothy Cubbage in Oneida County Court was again postponed today as Cubbage and his family continue to seek a new attorney. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 15:15:29 GMT)

Prominent Attorney Killed in Oakland
An attorney for a prominent law firm became Oakland's 30th homicide of the year over the weekend. Police say 36-year-old Michael Porcella died on the porch of his home after being shot late Friday. After officers arrived they arrested 28-year-old Rennie Pratt on suspicion of murder. Police are describing Pratt as Porcella's girlfriend of about six months. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 15:21:27 GMT)

Tennessee Attorney General cautions tornado victims about potential scams
Attorney General Bob Cooper and Division of Consumer Affairs Director Mary Clement are offering some tips to help victims of Friday’s tornadoes find the resources they need to repair homes and businesses. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 16:38:40 GMT)

Poplawski attorney trying to plug leaks
The attorney for Richard Poplawski, the man accused of killing three Pittsburgh police officers, again has asked a judge to order police investigators and prosecutors to not discuss the case with the media. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 17:33:45 GMT)

Ex-Miss. lawyer Minor seeks prison furlough
Imprisoned former Mississippi lawyer Paul Minor wants U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder to support a prison furlough so Minor can spend time with his dying wife. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 18:04:28 GMT)

Recession causing lawyer layoffs at big firms
In America, there are always people to sue or contracts to negotiate, right? Apparently there aren't enough. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 18:11:06 GMT)

L.C. prosecutor declines interest in judgeship, U.S. attorney post
CROWN POINT | Lake County Prosecutor Bernard Carter on Monday respectfully declined any attempts to appoint him Northern Indiana's first black federal judge or U.S. attorney. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 18:14:41 GMT)

DA: Investigate Zuma lawyer, NIA
The denial by Jacob Zuma's lawyer that he got secret tape recordings from the National Intelligence Agency's (NIA) deputy head warrants an investigation, the DA has said. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 18:32:40 GMT)

Long-term district attorney retiring
Howard S. Boney has been district attorney for Nash, Edgecombe and Wilson counties for 31 years. He announced Monday that he plans to retire on May 1. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 19:34:25 GMT)

Casey Anthony's attorney wants phone records from parents, former boyfriends
Casey Anthony's attorney, Jose Baez, wants the court to let him get cell phone records for a dozen witnesses, including his client's parents and former boyfriends and the meter reader who found the child's remains. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 20:30:05 GMT)

Lawyer challenges complaint against fire chief
South Milwaukee - A lawyer representing Fire Chief Jay Behling said he asked the city Police and Fire Commission on Monday to dismiss a complaint filed against Behling by the firefighters union. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 20:35:40 GMT)

Khadr's Pentagon lawyer back at desk after nasty public spat with superior
TORONTO - Omar Khadr's military lawyer was back at his Pentagon desk Monday following a battle of wills with his superior who had him ousted from his position and locked out of his office without access to his files 10 days ago. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 20:45:00 GMT)

Quadriplegic lawyer from Thunder Bay, Ont., reaches North Pole
THUNDER BAY, Ont. - A lawyer from the northern Ontario city of Thunder Bay has become the first known quadriplegic to reach the North Pole. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 21:14:46 GMT)

Eastern N.C. district attorney to retire
TARBORO, N.C. – The district attorney for Nash, Wilson and Edgecombe counties announced his retirement Monday after 31 years. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 21:38:21 GMT)

Lawyer: Georgetown settles lawsuit from police officer's sexual assault
The lawyer for the woman sexually assaulted by former Georgetown police officer Jimmy Fennell says his client received a more than $100,000 settlement from the city. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 21:57:15 GMT)

Brent Batten: School Board should have lesson plan for hiring attorney
Given the nature of their work, you’d like to think the Collier County School Board would be adept at learning lessons. The board was taught one such lesson more than two years ago when then- School Board Attorney Richard Withers negotiated a contract for his services. This week, as the board considers hiring John Fishbane as its new attorney, a quick review is in order. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 22:10:17 GMT)

Oakland attorney is city's 30th homicide of year
An attorney for a prominent law firm became Oakland's 30th homicide of the year over the weekend. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 22:32:27 GMT)

Lawyer wants Spears to testify on his behalf
A lawyer who previously attempted to get Britney Spears out of her conservatorship has asked for the pop star to appear in court on his behalf, now that he has been targeted with a restraining order by the singer’s conservatorship. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 23:44:19 GMT)

Kelly, top criminal defense lawyer, suspended
T. Christopher Kelly, one of Madison's most prominent criminal defense attorneys, has been temporarily suspended from practicing law by the Wisconsin Supreme Court for failing to cooperate with the Office of Lawyer Regulation as it investigated complaints from five clients. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 23:51:18 GMT)

Minor asks Attorney General Holder to support furlough
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) - Imprisoned former Mississippi lawyer Paul Minor wants U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder to support a prison furlough so Minor can spend time with his dying wife. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 00:00:49 GMT)

L.C. prosecutor declines interest in judgeship, U.S. attorney post
CROWN POINT | Lake County Prosecutor Bernard Carter on Monday respectfully declined any attempts to appoint him Northern Indiana's first black federal judge or U.S. attorney. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 00:16:01 GMT)

Octoplet mom attorney: Nadya Suleman close to inking reality TV deal
Nadya Suleman's attorney says the single, unemployed U.S. mother of 14 kids, including newborn octuplets, is close to inking a TV deal. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 01:22:01 GMT)

Police should admit when they're wrong: defence lawyer : Personal property seized in February drug raid returned to ...
TRURO – Police should be prepared to admit they are wrong if a drug bust doesn’t produce charges against all the individuals initially targeted, a Murray Siding couple and their lawyer say. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 01:32:34 GMT)

Foreign Trusts Allege N.Y. Lawyer 'Shamelessly Looted' Millions From Bank Accounts
The owners of five Liechtenstein-based trusts have sued a New York lawyer with 60 years experience in international estate planning, alleging he "shamelessly looted" in excess of $15 million from the clients for more than a decade. A lawyer who represents the plaintiffs alleged that Winthrop Ross Munyan "looted" money from the bank accounts that he was meant to manage, "all while living the high ... (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 01:52:46 GMT)

South Milwaukee fire chief's lawyer claims staffing dispute behind ouster effort
A lawyer representing Fire Chief Jay Behling accused the city firefighters union of having "an ax to grind" in seeking to oust Behling for making racist comments. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 03:20:30 GMT)

Source: District attorney to drop charges against DeNaples in casino case
Dauphin County District Attorney Edward M. Marsico Jr. is expected to announce the withdrawal of charges today against millionaire casino owner Louis DeNaples and a priest, a source close to the investigation said Monday night. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 03:58:57 GMT)

B.C. attorney general watching Taser inquiry to see if new evidence arises
VANCOUVER, B.C. - B.C. Attorney General Wally Oppal says the four RCMP officers who testified at the inquiry into the death of Robert Dziekanski at Vancouver's airport could still face charges after the inquiry, but so far there is nothing to suggest that might happen. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 04:37:28 GMT)

B.C. Attorney General watches Taser inquiry to see if new evidence arises
VANCOUVER, B.C. - RCMP officers who testified at the inquiry into the death of Robert Dziekanski at Vancouver's airport could still face charges after the inquiry but so far there is nothing to suggest that might happen, B.C. Attorney General Wally Oppal said Monday. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 04:58:02 GMT)

Detainee's freedom is attorney's goal
Ali Yousuf Diriye sits in the Ramsey County Jail, but his attorney implored the government Monday to release him for humanitarian reasons. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 05:08:07 GMT)

Artist's lawyer says 7 vandalism charges dismissed
Citing a lack of evidence, a Boston Municipal Court clerk-magistrate yesterday rejected some of the vandalism charges Boston police are trying to bring against celebrated graffiti artist Frank Shepard Fairey, Fairey's lawyer said. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 05:09:43 GMT)

Foreign Trusts Allege N.Y. Lawyer 'Shamelessly Looted' Millions From Bank Accounts
The owners of five Liechtenstein-based trusts have sued a New York lawyer with 60 years experience in international estate planning, alleging he "shamelessly looted" in excess of $15 million from the clients for more than a decade. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 07:02:34 GMT)

Tulsa attorney Darven Brown dies at age 83
Darven L. Brown, who served as attorney for the Urban Renewal Authority/Tulsa Development Authority for decades, died Saturday in Houston while awaiting a heart operation. He was 83. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 07:36:20 GMT)

Attorney Bruno Brunini of East Hanover presents a good case to get a job
Bruno Brunini of East Hanover TODAY'S APPLICANT Bruno Brunini of East Hanover has more than 15 years of experience in corporate law. He was laid off last year from his job as an in-house attorney for a telecommunications firm.... (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 09:08:30 GMT)

Elections board, lawyer accused of misconduct
In a court filing Monday, a close ally of Lucas County Republican Chairman Jon Stainbrook accused the County Board of Elections and its lawyer of conspiracy and misconduct. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 09:36:49 GMT)

Fairground’s public meeting tonight on future development; County attorney says there is no risk of reversion
MONTROSE — The Montrose County attorney didn’t agree entirely with Montrose attorney Frank Woodrow’s letter to commissioners last week regarding the fairgrounds property and use restrictions contained in the deed. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 10:19:40 GMT)

Brent Batten: Collier School Board should have lesson plan for hiring attorney
Given the nature of their work, you’d like to think the Collier County School Board would be adept at learning lessons. The board was taught one such lesson more than two years ago when then- School Board Attorney Richard Withers negotiated a contract for his services. This week, as the board considers hiring John Fishbane as its new attorney, a quick review is in order. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 10:47:07 GMT)

Khadr's lawyer back on case after spat with bosses
Omar Khadr's military lawyer was back at his Pentagon desk Monday following a battle of wills with his superior who had him ousted from his position and locked out of his office without access to his files 10 days ago. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 11:39:34 GMT)

Assistant state's attorney to work for Vermilion board
DANVILLE – Vermilion County Assistant State's Attorney Bill Donahue has taken on a new role for the county. In addition to prosecuting drug cases, he's serving as the Vermilion County Board's on-staff attorney, eliminating the county's need to hire a private attorney on contract. In early December, Donahue was hired as assistant state's attorney by Vermilion County State's Attorney Randy ... (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 12:03:52 GMT)

District Attorney Howard Boney to retire
Howard Boney, the district attorney for the Seventh Judicial District, which encompasses Wilson, Nash and Edgecombe counties, issued a press release around 2 this afternoon announcing his retirement e ... (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 12:10:27 GMT)

UK body cites lawyer for press freedom work
For his work in the class action suit filed by journalists against First Gentleman Jose Miguel Arroyo, lawyer Harry Roque has been nominated for one of the most prestigious press freedom awards in the United Kingdom. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 12:21:25 GMT)

Lawyer quits Burlco Democratic committee over case
MOUNT LAUREL - A lawyer and politician has quit the Burlington County Democratic Committee because of a dispute over her representation of an illegal immigrant. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 12:27:44 GMT)

Lawyer quits Burlington County Democratic Committee due to unauthorized immigrant client
A lawyer and politician has quit the Burlington County Democratic Committee because of a dispute due to her representation of an unauthorized immigrant. Tracy Riley said she believes everyone deserves representation.... (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 12:32:22 GMT)

Lawyer: Client Killed Deputy In Self-Defense
A lawyer for 19-year-old Ethan Johns says his client acted in self-defense when he shot and killed a Turner County deputy sheriff. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 12:32:43 GMT)

Nowak attorney blasts state
An attorney for former astronaut Lisa Nowak filed a motion Monday in Orange-Osceola Circuit Court, seeking sanctions against the state for failing to turn over evidence. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 12:38:41 GMT)

Lawyer quits Democratic committee over illegal immigrant case
A lawyer and politician has quit the Burlington County Democratic Committee because of a dispute over her representation of an illegal immigrant. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 13:34:02 GMT)

Attorney of Monmouth man involved in divorce naming Bruce Springsteen opposes sealing file
The attorney of a Monmouth County man who claims Bruce Springsteen broke up his 17-year marriage said he opposes sealing the divorce file to the public, as a Superior Court judge in Ocean County is expected to decide this afternoon... (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 13:47:27 GMT)

Ex-Astronaut's Attorney Blasts Florida State Officials
An attorney for former astronaut Lisa Nowak filed a motion Monday in Orange-Osceola Circuit Court, seeking sanctions against the state for failing to turn over evidence. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 15:17:24 GMT)

Demjanjuk lawyer: Deportation to Germany imminent
A lawyer for John Demjanjuk (dem-YAHN'-yuk) says U.S. immigration officials have told him they want to pick up the Ohio man for deportation on Tuesday to Germany, where an arrest warrant alleges the frail 89-year-old was a Nazi death camp guard. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 15:30:00 GMT)

Wis. appeals court: Menard must rehire attorney
A state appeals court says home improvement chain Menard Inc. must rehire an attorney who received about $1.5 million in back pay and damages after winning a discrimination claim. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 16:17:46 GMT)

Comcast Took ‘Revenge’ for Not Getting NFL Games, Attorney Says
April 14 (Bloomberg) -- Comcast Corp. offered “a very substantial sum” to secure the rights to eight live National Football League games , and retaliated when it didn’t get them, an attorney for the league told a judge today. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 16:49:18 GMT)

Demjanjuk lawyer: Deportation to Germany imminent
CLEVELAND - A lawyer for John Demjanjuk said U.S. immigration officials have told him they want to pick up the Ohio man today for deportation to Germany, where an arrest... (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 16:52:10 GMT)

Coleman attorney: Appeal next week in Senate fight
ST. PAUL, Minn. -- Republican Norm Coleman's attorney says an appeal of his Minnesota Senate election trial loss probably won't come until next week. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 16:55:14 GMT)

Attorney: Suspect in Livonia man's killing also a victim
The attorney for a prison parolee charged in the kidnapping and killing of a Livonia man last month said this morning that his client also was a victim. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 17:00:49 GMT)

Demjanjuk lawyer: Deportation to Germany imminent
A lawyer for John Demjanjuk said U.S. immigration officials have told him they want to pick up the retired Ohio autoworker on Tuesday for deportation to Germany, where an arrest warrant alleges the frail 89-year-old was a Nazi death camp guard. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 17:07:30 GMT)

Coleman attorney: Appeal won't come this week
Republican Norm Coleman's appeal of his Minnesota Senate trial loss probably won't come until next week, his attorney said Tuesday. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 17:11:13 GMT)

Coleman attorney: Appeal won't come this week
Republican Norm Coleman's appeal of his Minnesota Senate trial loss probably won't come until next week, his attorney said today. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 17:22:54 GMT)

Soldier's lawyer says no evidence of Iraq slayings
The lawyer for a U.S. Army master sergeant accused of hatching a plan to kill four bound and blindfolded Iraqis in 2007 continued Tuesday to suggest that there was no physical evidence the killings even happened. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 17:39:03 GMT)

Wis. Appeals: Menard's Must Rehire Attorney
Home improvement chain Menard Inc. must rehire an attorney who has already received about $1.5 million in back pay and damages after winning a pay discrimination claim, a state appeals court ruled Tuesday. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 19:15:22 GMT)

Foreign Trusts Allege N.Y. Lawyer 'Shamelessly Looted' Millions From Bank Accounts
The owners of five Liechtenstein-based trusts have sued a New York lawyer with 60 years experience in international estate planning, alleging he "shamelessly looted" in excess of $15 million from the clients for more than a decade. A lawyer who represents the plaintiffs alleged that Winthrop Ross Munyan "looted" money from the bank accounts that he was meant to manage, "all while living the high ... (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 19:38:25 GMT)

Top govt. lawyer delays her Supreme Court debut
Elena Kagan, the Obama administration's top Supreme Court lawyer, is passing up the chance to make her first high-court argument in a big case over minority voting rights. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 19:40:08 GMT)

'Innocent explanation' for RCMP inaccuracies, gov't lawyer tells Taser inquiry
VANCOUVER, B.C. - A lawyer for the Canadian government says there is an "innocent explanation" for inaccuracies in the accounts from four RCMP officers of Robert Dziekanski's death. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 19:50:00 GMT)

Lawyer: Accused shooter says he was being robbed
The defense lawyer for a Dover man accused of shooting a female acquaintance in the face last week said today his client believed the woman was robbing him and he suffered a broken right arm when her companion allegedly tried to grab the revolver from him. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 19:52:10 GMT)

Corrections Officer 'Remorseful', Attorney Says
The attorney for a Douglas County Corrections officer who's accused getting drunk and chasing deer with his pickup truck said his client is remorseful about the event and is taking action to address some issues. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 20:24:20 GMT)

Chris Christie attends fundraiser by lawyer who benefitted from no-bid contract
Christopher Christie is attending a campaign fundraiser hosted by a lawyer whose firm got a lucrative no-bid contract when the Republican gubernatorial candidate was U.S. attorney. Christie was scheduled to be at the $500-per-plate Morristown fundraiser today, a week after... (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 23:02:22 GMT)

Administration lawyer delays Supreme Court debut
Elena Kagan, the Obama administration's top Supreme Court lawyer, is passing up the chance to make her first high-court argument in a big case over minority voting rights. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 23:51:24 GMT)

Filipino Lawyer is Finalist in Index on Censorship Freedom of Expression Awards
Filipino lawyer Harry Roque is shortlisted for an Index on Censorship Freedom of Expression Awards. Index on Censorship is Britain’s... (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 23:52:46 GMT)

Child porn lands Orange lawyer in prison
Eric Gaynor lived a double life, according to a federal prosecutor. In public, Assistant U.S. Attorney Edward Chang said Gaynor is a 46-year-old respected lawyer with a wife and two children. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 00:45:45 GMT)

Man Accused of Posing as Lawyer Across the U.S. Goes on Trial for Fraud
A man accused of illegally posing as a lawyer in at least 10 states is back in court -- as a defendant. Howard Kieffer is charged in North Dakota, the first state to prosecute him, with mail fraud and making false statements. In addition to working on federal cases, Kieffer led an Internet discussion group and appeared at seminars throughout the U.S. to speak on federal sentencing, authorities ... (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 00:51:01 GMT)

Attorney General to Ramp Up Training for Prosecutors
Attorney General Eric Holder Jr. said Tuesday he would require additional training for prosecutors to reinforce their understanding of rules that govern discovery in criminal cases, following the advice of a federal judge who recently dismissed the government's indictment against former Alaska Sen. Ted Stevens. Holder said the DOJ will also create a working group of senior prosecutors and ... (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 00:53:21 GMT)

Barber charged in attorney's slaying
A 28-year-old Walnut Creek barber was charged with murder for the shooting death Friday night of her Oakland attorney boyfriend. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 01:10:44 GMT)

Weber attorney appointed 2nd District judge
Weber County Attorney Mark R. DeCaria has been appointed to replace Judge Parley Baldwin, who retired from Utah's 2nd District Court. Gov. Jon Huntsman made the announcement on Friday. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 01:18:17 GMT)

Jury Chosen In Trial Of Alleged Phony Lawyer
Howard O. Kieffer never attended law school, a federal prosecutor says. But three attorneys testified Tuesday that they thought Kieffer was a lawyer because of his expertise in federal court matters and because they saw him at attorney training seminars. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 01:29:51 GMT)

Attorney close to case: Ex-Ill. Gov. Blagojevich wants to go to Costa Rica to be on reality TV
CHICAGO (AP) — An attorney close to Rod Blagojevich 's (blah-GOY'-uh-vich-is) legal team says the ousted Illinois governor wants permission to leave the country to appear on a reality TV show in Costa Rica. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 01:31:50 GMT)

Attorney for accused cop-killer says teen wasn't there
The attorney for a man accused of killing Oceanside police Officer Dan Bessant in a gang-related attack said his client wasn't in front of the house where prosecutors maintain he and two others were drinking when they fired multiple shots at the officer. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 02:20:31 GMT)

Henrico lawyer advances in tourney
Henrico County resident Ellis Baggs won his opening-round match last night at the 2009 Monopoly U.S. National Championship at the Sheraton National Hotel in Arlington County. Baggs, a lawyer with Hunton & Williams, bankrupted his three opponents to earn 28 points in the opening round. He bankrupted his last opponent with about six minutes remaining in the 90-minute match. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 04:12:09 GMT)

School attorney: Mistake won't stop school closings
Federal court order not violated, Kruppenbacher says Orange County's public school officials can push forward with their controversial plans to close six schools next year despite the failure of a special biracial committee to review those plans, a school district attorney said Tuesday. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 04:28:12 GMT)

Attorney General to Ramp Up Training for Prosecutors
Attorney General Eric Holder Jr. said Tuesday he would require additional training for prosecutors to reinforce their understanding of rules that govern discovery in criminal cases, following the advice of a federal judge who recently dismissed the government's indictment against former Alaska Sen. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 07:02:18 GMT)

Attorney challenges pornography probe
BRATTLEBORO – The attorney for former Bellows Falls village trustee Stewart Read on Tuesday tried to undercut the credibility of law enforcement officials who investigated suspicions that Read still had child pornography in his possession, a violation of his earlier suspended sentence on child pornography charges. ... - By SUSAN SMALLHEER STAFF WRITER (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 07:04:23 GMT)

Mumbai 'attacker' lawyer sacked
The defence lawyer for the only surviving suspected gunman from the Mumbai attacks is sacked as he appears in court. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 08:01:33 GMT)

Orange school-closures plan doesn't flout court, attorney says
Orange County public-school officials can push forward with their controversial plans to close six schools next year despite the failure of a special biracial committee to review those plans, a school-district attorney said Tuesday. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 08:15:16 GMT)

Mumbai attacks lawyer dismissed, trial adjourned
The trial of the only Islamist militant suspect captured during November's Mumbai attacks in India was adjourned on Wednesday after his lawyer was banned from representing him, the judge said. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 08:21:21 GMT)

Judge Removes Lawyer Representing Mumbai Attack Accused Kasab
April 15 (Bloomberg) -- The lawyer representing Mohammed Ajmal Kasab , the sole surviving gunman from last year’s attacks in Mumbai, was removed by the judge after it emerged she had been appointed to represent a victim of the assault. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 08:38:20 GMT)

Prattville council president supports city attorney
PRATTVILLE -- A Prattville city councilman said he has con fidence in the city attorney, but he'll continue to ask for second opinions on some legal matters. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 09:11:33 GMT)

Former U.S. attorney to become Southwest border "czar"
A former U.S. attorney who oversaw a crackdown on illegal immigration on the California-Mexico border a decade ago will become the Southwest border "czar," according to a Department of Homeland Security official. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 09:15:10 GMT)

Attorney general won’t discuss work on licenses
The Iowa attorney general’s office can’t reveal details to a state senator on its work on marriage licenses for gay couples because of “attorney-client privilege requirements,” a spokesman said Tuesday. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 09:37:15 GMT)

Judge dismisses lawyer for Mumbai attack accused
The court-appointed lawyer for man accused of being the lone surviving gunman of the Mumbai attacks was on Wednesday dismissed due to a conflict of interest, the judge ruled at the start of the trial on Wednesday. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 09:45:58 GMT)

School attorney: Mistake won't stop school closings
Federal court order not violated, Kruppenbacher says Orange County's public school officials can push forward with their controversial plans to close six schools next year despite the failure of a special biracial committee to review those plans, a school district attorney said Tuesday. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 09:46:05 GMT)

Lawyer for Mumbai Attack Suspect Dismissed
Lawyer for suspect in Mumbai attacks dismissed for conflict of interest. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 10:04:52 GMT)

Attorney general says area bar allegedly violated smoking ban
DES MOINES --- Iowa Attorney General Tom Miller announced Monday his office has liquor license actions against a Waterloo bar and two other businesses for failing to comply with the smoking restrictions. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 10:05:55 GMT)

Judge Removes Lawyer Defending Mumbai Attack Accused (Update1)
April 15 (Bloomberg) -- The lawyer representing Mohammed Ajmal Kasab , the sole surviving gunman from last year’s attacks in Mumbai, was removed by the judge after it emerged she had also been appointed to represent a victim of the assault. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 10:45:59 GMT)

Lawyer for Mumbai attack suspect dismissed
The state-appointed lawyer for the Pakistani suspect charged in last year's Mumbai terror attacks was barred from representing him Wednesday because of a conflict of interest, a special judge said moments before the trial was to begin. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 10:53:57 GMT)

Pakistan Red Mosque cleric granted bail: lawyer
Pakistan's supreme court on Wednesday granted bail to the deposed chief cleric of Islamabad's radical Red Mosque, who was captured two years ago during a bloody siege, his lawyer said. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 11:11:40 GMT)

Mumbai attacks trial in disarray as lawyer sacked
The trial of the only Pakistani Islamist militant suspect captured during November's Mumbai attacks in India opened in disarray Wednesday with the judge sacking the defence lawyer. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 11:41:52 GMT)

Mumbai attacks trial in disarray as lawyer sacked
The trial of the only Pakistani Islamist militant suspect captured during November's Mumbai attacks in India opened in disarray Wednesday with the judge sacking the defence lawyer. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 13:49:18 GMT)

Florida Attorney General settles with 'MagicJack' company
TALLAHASSEE - Florida Attorney General Bill McCollum said today a settlement has been reached with West Palm Beach-based Magic Jack, LP over allegations the company marketed a "free" 30-day trial for its long distance phone equipment, but actually charged and debited customers during the trial. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 14:43:24 GMT)

Sunk scallop boat owner wants lawyer; Coast Guard recesses hearings
CAPE MAY - Coast Guard officials have recessed hearings into the sinking of a scallop boat off the New Jersey coast to give the boat owner time to get a lawyer. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 17:01:15 GMT)

Defendant?s Lawyer Dismissed in Mumbai Trial
The prosecution of the sole surviving gunman of the November attack got off to a rocky start on Wednesday, when a judge dismissed his state-appointed defense lawyer. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 17:40:14 GMT)

US Attorney Sullivan to step down
(David L. Ryan/The Boston Globe/File 2008) By Jonathan Saltzman, Globe Staff' US Attorney Michael J. Sullivan, who became Massachusetts' top federal law enforcement official a week after 9/11, plans to resign at midnight Sunday in anticipation of President Obama... (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 17:45:24 GMT)

Mass. US Attorney announces resignation
BOSTON U.S. Attorney Michael Sullivan is resigning to take a job in the private sector. Sullivan's resignation, announced Wednesday, is effective Sunday at midnight. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 19:13:13 GMT)

Mass. US Attorney Resigns Post
U.S. Attorney Michael Sullivan is resigning to take a job in the private sector. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 19:27:33 GMT)

Lawyer: Venezuela to press US on extradition
President Hugo Chavez's government plans to reactivate its demand this week for the U.S. to extradite a former CIA operative accused of plotting the 1976 bombing of a Cuban plane, a lawyer for the Venezuelan government said Wednesday. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 19:49:49 GMT)

Attorney admits to embezzling from clients
St. Louis civil litigation attorney Frank Carter Jr. pleaded guilty to embezzling more than $520,000 from 65 of his clients, U.S. Attorney Catherine Hanaway said. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 19:56:46 GMT)

Federal appeals court rejects attorney fees for Tuscaloosa mother who sued over handcuffed child
ATLANTA -- A federal appeals court says a judge went too far in granting attorney fees to an Alabama girl whose mother sued after she was handcuffed at an elementary school.... (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 20:03:06 GMT)

Lawyer: Venezuela to press US on extradition
President Hugo Chavez's government plans to reactivate its demand this week for the U.S. to extradite a former CIA operative accused of plotting the 1976 bombing of a Cuban plane, a lawyer for the Venezuelan government said Wednesday. Venezuela's Foreign... (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 20:14:47 GMT)

Court appoints attorney for Jackson officer
The attorney for Michael Recio, one of Mayor Frank Melton's former police bodyguards, has been reappointed to his defense with the federal government picking up the tab. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 20:19:58 GMT)

Attorney for Casey Anthony's parents comments on state seeking death penalty
A statement was released today about prosecutors seeking the death penalty against Casey Anthony. The attorney for Casey Anthony's parents released a statement today about prosecutors seeking the death penalty against the 23-year-old. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 20:30:15 GMT)

US Attorney Sullivan resigns
United States Attorney Michael J. Sullivan has announced that he will resign as United States Attorney for the District of Massachusetts. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 20:36:23 GMT)

Minnesota man convicted of impersonating lawyer
A man accused of impersonating a lawyer in at least 10 states was convicted Wednesday of mail fraud and making false statements in what a government lawyer hoped would be the first of several federal prosecutions around the country. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 21:52:04 GMT)

Defense attorney Gary Guymon charged with theft
The Utah County attorney's office has filed a criminal complaint against Gary Guymon, a high profile defense attorney in Las Vegas. The office charged Guymon on April 6 with one count of misdemeanor theft. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 22:25:01 GMT)

Mass. US Attorney resigns for private sector job
U.S. Attorney Michael Sullivan is resigning to take a job in the private sector. Sullivan's resignation, announced Wednesday, is effective Sunday at midnight. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 22:55:59 GMT)

Minnesota Man Convicted for Posing as Lawyer
A man accused of impersonating a lawyer in at least 10 states has been convicted by a federal jury in North Dakota of mail fraud and making false statements. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 23:39:34 GMT)

Attorney general says some people didn't adhere to the law in fighting terrorism
WEST POINT, N.Y. - Attorney General Eric Holder says that some people who were engaged in the battle against terrorism did not remain faithful to the law. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 23:59:32 GMT)

Attorney Arrested in Fraud Probe Faces Possible Sanction for Re-Filing Suit
A lawyer arrested in a massive real estate fraud investigation now faces a possible $5,000 sanction for re-filing a lawsuit seeking specific performance of a separate real estate deal after a court had already dismissed the case. Acting N.Y. Supreme Court Justice Joseph Farneti of Suffolk County has ordered a sanctions hearing set for May 21 for Dustin J. Dente, a Rosedale, N.Y., attorney ... (Thu, 16 Apr 2009 01:52:35 GMT)

Attorney General Says Law Not Always Followed in Terror Fight
Attorney General Holder speaks at West Point the day before a court deadline for the Obama administration to release all or parts of key Bush administration memos detailing which tough interrogation techniques were acceptable against terror suspects.  (Thu, 16 Apr 2009 01:52:50 GMT)

Attorney: Ohio Marine Accused Of Murdering Pregnant Colleague Expected Back In U.S.
JACKSONVILLE, N.C. (AP) -- A North Carolina district attorney says a Marine accused of killing a pregnant colleague is expected back in the United States from Mexico by the end of the week. (Thu, 16 Apr 2009 02:14:40 GMT)

With 2008 Return Completed, Barry Is Current on Tax Filings, Attorney Says
D.C. Council member Marion Barry has filed his 2008 tax returns and is up-to-date in all of his other tax filings, his attorney says. (Thu, 16 Apr 2009 03:21:42 GMT)

Fake lawyer gets real sentence
BISMARCK, N.D. - The long arm of the law finally caught up with a bogus attorney, who could have many years ahead of him as a jailhouse lawyer now. A man accused of impersonating... (Thu, 16 Apr 2009 03:22:00 GMT)

2 interviewed for city attorney post, questions raised on resume
One of two candidates up for consideration for the position of city attorney worked for Enid City Manager Eric Benson during his tenure in the Navy at Oceana, Va. (Thu, 16 Apr 2009 03:59:40 GMT)

Johnston lawyer bristles at `deadbeat dad' label
Levi Johnston's lawyer is bristling at suggestions from Gov. Sarah Palin's family that the 19-year-old is a deadbeat dad. (Thu, 16 Apr 2009 04:08:28 GMT)

College buzz: Lueken case goes to district attorney
The University of Kansas Public Safety Office’s investigation of an incident involving Kansas offensive tackle Ben Lueken has been passed along to the office of Douglas County District Attorney Charles Branson, KU police captain Schuyler Bailey told The Star on Wednesday. (Thu, 16 Apr 2009 04:35:32 GMT)

US attorney to resign sooner than expected
US Attorney Michael J. Sullivan, who became Massachusetts' top federal law enforcement official a week after 9/11, plans to resign at midnight Sunday to pursue a private law practice in Boston. (Thu, 16 Apr 2009 04:56:04 GMT)

L.A. city attorney candidates hold spirited debate
Jack Weiss accuses rival Carmen Trutanich of representing a 'moral sinkhole' of clients. Trutanich accuses his foe of having a 'failed record.' City attorney candidate Jack Weiss accused rival Carmen "Nuch" Trutanich of representing a "moral sinkhole" of private clients Wednesday night, while the San Pedro attorney questioned what he called Weiss' "failed record," and whether he had the legal ... (Thu, 16 Apr 2009 06:25:07 GMT)

Spain attorney general would not back Guantanamo probe
The Spanish attorney general said on Thursday he would not recommend a court investigation into six former Bush administration officials over the torture of detainees at the U.S. military's Guantanamo Bay prison. (Thu, 16 Apr 2009 08:26:59 GMT)

Mumbai attacks suspect looks for a lawyer - again
The only Islamist militant suspect captured during the Mumbai attacks was looking for another lawyer Thursday, after his state-appointed brief was sacked as the high-profile trial was due to open. (Thu, 16 Apr 2009 08:34:58 GMT)

St. Louis lawyer admits embezzlement
ST. LOUIS — A lawyer from St. Louis, Frank N. Carter Jr., 71, has pleaded guilty of mail fraud, admitting he embezzled more than $520,000 from 65 clients, federal prosecutors said Wednesday. (Thu, 16 Apr 2009 08:54:41 GMT)

Spain attorney general against Guantanamo probe
Spain's attorney general said on Thursday he would not recommend a court investigation into six former Bush administration officials over torture at Guantanamo Bay, reducing the chances the probe will go ahead. (Thu, 16 Apr 2009 09:21:16 GMT)

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