Attorney News May 2009
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Bellevue lawyer gets 18 months for tax evasion
A Seattle-area lawyer faces 18 months in prison for tax evasion in what the government says amounted to "divorce fraud." (Fri, 15 May 2009 23:28:01 GMT)
John Kacavas tapped as US attorney for NH
President Barack Obama has nominated John Kacavas to be the next United States attorney for New Hampshire. (Fri, 15 May 2009 23:55:31 GMT)
Jammie Thomas Lawyer: Get Me Off This Case!
The lawyer defending the nation's only file-sharing case to go to trial asks to be removed before the retrial, fearing he'll lose even more than the $130,000 he has billed for but not recovered. (Sat, 16 May 2009 00:08:36 GMT)
Obama Picks Schumer Aide as U.S. Attorney in Manhattan
The White House announced United States attorney nominations for Preet Bharara for the Southern District of New York and Paul J. Fishman for New Jersey. (Sat, 16 May 2009 01:46:07 GMT)
Zimbabwean human rights lawyer released
A prominent Zimbabwean human rights lawyer is free on bail, after being arrested of improperly arranging clients' bail. (Sat, 16 May 2009 01:51:46 GMT)
Officer legally justified in kicking suspect, union attorney says
El Monte officer was delivering a 'distraction blow' to man lying on the ground after a high-speed chase, lawyer says. An El Monte police officer was legally justified in kicking a car chase suspect in the head as he was lying on the ground at the end of a televised high-speed pursuit because it was a "distraction blow," a police union attorney said Friday. (Sat, 16 May 2009 02:08:50 GMT)
Lawyer who foresaw his murder was to make a case, family says
Rodrigo Rosenberg, the slain lawyer who left behind a video accusing President Alvaro Colom of orchestrating his murder, planned to present his case to an international human rights organization in Washington this week, family members said. (Sat, 16 May 2009 02:36:15 GMT)
Attorney in Texas dragging case points to trucker
The attorney for a man accused of killing a black man by running him over said Friday that a gravel truck driver may have been responsible. (Sat, 16 May 2009 02:44:45 GMT)
Producer May Sue Attorney for Arbitration Costs
A production company that lost the right to produce a play owned in part by Barry Manilow can sue its former attorney for arbitration costs stemming from the dispute, a New York state appeals court has ruled. However, the court found that, although incorrect legal advice may have induced Snorkel Productions' continuing investment in the would-be Broadway play, the bulk of the company's losses ... (Sat, 16 May 2009 03:23:10 GMT)
Attorney in Texas dragging case points to trucker
The attorney for a man accused of killing a black man by running him over said Friday that a gravel truck driver may have been responsible. Ben Massar, the defense attorney for Shannon Finley in the racially charged case, said the trucker has provided a sworn... Related: Texas - Truck driver - Attorney at law - United States - Truck (Sat, 16 May 2009 03:23:28 GMT)
Kuhn Engle & Stein lawyer indicted on child porn charges
A grand jury has indicted a Downtown lawyer on child pornography charges, according to court records unsealed Friday. (Sat, 16 May 2009 04:02:56 GMT)
Bellevue lawyer gets 18 months for tax evasion
A Seattle-area lawyer faces 18 months in prison for tax evasion in what the government says amounted to "divorce fraud." Sixty-two-year-old Felix Landau of Redmond also was sentenced Friday to pay $61,232 in restitution. (Sat, 16 May 2009 04:25:14 GMT)
City attorney indicted on child porn charges
A Downtown attorney was indicted in federal court this week on one count of possessing child pornography. (Sat, 16 May 2009 04:30:41 GMT)
Ex-Fresno lawyer's insanity defense accepted
Disbarred Fresno lawyer Greg Morris was found not guilty by reason of insanity Friday in connection with the theft of funds from two of his clients. (Sat, 16 May 2009 06:03:48 GMT)
Attorney in Texas dragging case points to trucker
The attorney for a man accused of killing a black man by running him over said Friday that a gravel truck driver may have been responsible. (Sat, 16 May 2009 06:05:19 GMT)
Lawyer who foresaw his murder was to make a case, family says
Rodrigo Rosenberg, the slain lawyer who left behind a video accusing President Alvaro Colom of orchestrating his murder, planned to present his case to an international human rights organization in Washington this week, family members said. (Sat, 16 May 2009 07:10:44 GMT)
Lead lawyer relies on quiet diligence, not flash
It has been a mannered sparring for the most part, between two masters at their trade - the crafty politician, who has told this same story now so many times, and the patient defence lawyer, who, after more than 30 years in the lively criminal courts of Winnipeg, has faced his share of skillful witnesses. (Sat, 16 May 2009 08:01:47 GMT)
Man charged for passing self off as lawyer
The National Bureau of Investigation has filed charges against a 51-year-old man who allegedly misrepresented himself as a lawyer. (Sat, 16 May 2009 09:41:54 GMT)
Myanmar bars lawyer from Suu Kyi trial
Myanmar's military rulers disbarred a prominent lawyer who applied to defend pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi in her upcoming trial, the attorney said Saturday. (Sat, 16 May 2009 09:53:42 GMT)
Myanmar bars Suu Kyi lawyer, U.S. renews sanctions
Myanmar's junta has barred a prominent activist lawyer from defending opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi, as pressure intensifies on the regime to drop new charges against the Nobel Peace laureate. (Sat, 16 May 2009 10:08:08 GMT)
Attorney: Kick to Suspect's Head a Justified 'Blow'
An attorney for the El Monte, Calif., Police Officers Association said the kick to the head delivered by an officer to a car-chase suspect lying on the ground was a legally justified "distraction blow," the Los Angeles Times reported. (Sat, 16 May 2009 11:40:03 GMT)
Burma bars lawyer from Suu Kyi trial (AAP)
A Burmese lawyer who applied to represent Aung San Suu Kyi at her trial next week said Saturday he had been disbarred by the country's ruling military junta. (Sat, 16 May 2009 12:02:33 GMT)
Obama gives local man Attorney nod
President Barack Obama has nominated Manchester attorney John Kacavas to be New Hampshire’s next U.S. Attorney, the White House announced this afternoon. ... (Sat, 16 May 2009 12:16:02 GMT)
Burma bars lawyer from Aung San Suu Kyi trial
A Burmese lawyer who applied to represent opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi at her trial next week says he has been disbarred by the country's ruling military junta. (Sat, 16 May 2009 14:17:02 GMT)
Convicted killer’s attorney requests new trial
— MICHAEL R. SISAK Prosecutors failed to meet a burden of proof required to negate convicted killer Jabbar Wallace’s claim of self-defense, his attorney, William Ruzzo, said in a motion filed Friday. (Sat, 16 May 2009 14:40:52 GMT)
Child killer’s attorney challenges conviction
— MICHAEL R. SISAK Luzerne County Judge David W. Lupas committed an “abuse of discretion” when he convicted child-killer Alan Leitzel Jr. of first-degree murder last week in the death of his girlfriend’s 3-month-old son, Leitzel’s attorney said. (Sat, 16 May 2009 14:41:32 GMT)
Myanmar bars lawyer from Aung San Suu Kyi trial
A Myanmar lawyer who applied to represent opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi at her trial next week said Saturday he had been disbarred by the country's ruling military junta. (Sat, 16 May 2009 16:05:18 GMT)
Burma bars lawyer from Suu Kyi trial
A Burmese lawyer who applied to represent Aung San Suu Kyi at her trial next week said Saturday he had been disbarred by the country's ruling military junta. (Sat, 16 May 2009 16:12:43 GMT)
Myanmar bars lawyer from Aung San Suu Kyi trial
YANGON : A Myanmar lawyer who applied to represent opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi at her trial next week said Saturday he had been disbarred by the country's ruling military. (Sat, 16 May 2009 16:41:44 GMT)
Myanmar bars lawyer from Suu Kyi trial
YANGON, Myanmar - Myanmar's military rulers disbarred a prominent lawyer who applied to defend pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi in her upcoming trial, the attorney... (Sat, 16 May 2009 16:51:51 GMT)
Junta bars Suu Kyi's lawyer
MYANMAR'S JUNTA has barred a prominent activist lawyer from defending opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi, as pressure intensifies on the regime to drop new charges against the Nobel Peace laureate. Aung Thein said the order revoking... (Sat, 16 May 2009 17:06:05 GMT)
Ohio Attorney General Files Objection to Chrysler Sale
Ohio Attorney General Richard Cordray announced Friday that his office filed a limited objection to the pending Chrysler sale in United States Bankruptcy Court, Southern District of New York. The objection was filed on behalf of the Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation (BWC) in an attempt to protect Ohio's workers' compensation system in the pending asset sale. (Sat, 16 May 2009 18:25:20 GMT)
Obama names Preet Bharara as U.S. Attorney
Washington: President Barack Obama has nominated Preet Bharara, an Indian-American lawyer, to become the U.S. Attorney for Southern District of New York. Mr. Bharara (40), was counsel to New York Democrat Senator Charles Schumer and ... (Sat, 16 May 2009 19:55:31 GMT)
Junta lines up rough justice as Suu Kyi’s lawyer barred from trial
THE stage is set for the trial of Aung San Suu Kyi tomorrow with troops and plainclothes thugs around her prison, the local media silenced and a key defence lawyer banned from acting on her behalf. (Sat, 16 May 2009 20:38:02 GMT)
Attorney: Elevation Chandler developer homeless
Jeff Cline, developer of Elevation Chandler, is homeless, according to his attorney. "He's living on the street," attorney Scott Goldberg said after a bankruptcy hearing Thursday. (Sat, 16 May 2009 22:24:05 GMT)
Attorney disputes state on N.C. bridge right of way
An attorney for an environmental group is questioning the state's interpretation of right-of-way issues that affect the replacement for the Herbert C. Bonner Bridge. (Sat, 16 May 2009 22:39:43 GMT)
Suu Kyi's lawyer is banned from her trial
Lawyer Aung Thein was dismissed from Burma's bar after applying to defend pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi in her trial, scheduled to start tomorrow. (Sat, 16 May 2009 23:02:06 GMT)
Memorial run honors slain deputy district attorney
DENVER - He pursued justice in his seven years as a deputy district attorney for Adams and Broomfield Counties. Now others are working to ensure justice is served in his murder. (Sat, 16 May 2009 23:40:23 GMT)
Guatemala in uproar after lawyer predicts own murder
Rodrigo Rosenberg, a middle-aged Guatemalan lawyer, has become an unlikely YouTube star in macabre circumstances. In a video recorded last Friday at the offices of a friend, he sits behind a desk and talks at the camera for 15 minutes. (Sat, 16 May 2009 23:44:13 GMT)
D.C. lawyer disbarred after admitting to dodging taxes
A criminal defense lawyer has been stripped of his law license for two years after he pleaded guilty to dodging his taxes. Navron Ponds was disbarred Thursday in a terse, one-page order by the D.C. Court of Appeals. He had already been disbarred in Maryland. (Sun, 17 May 2009 02:14:45 GMT)
Contractors involved in shooting are virtual prisoners, attorney says
Four security contractors under investigation by the U.S. military for a shooting in Afghanistan are being held against their will by their former employer, their lawyer told CNN on Saturday. (Sun, 17 May 2009 02:18:46 GMT)
Dakota County attorney Backstrom reprimanded
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — A state lawyer’s board has ruled that Dakota County Attorney James Backstrom acted unprofessionally by interfering in a murder trial in another county. (Sun, 17 May 2009 03:45:55 GMT)
HDC attorney: Evaluation needed
Housing Development Corporation (HDC) attorney Dr Lloyd Barnett has urged the Commission of Enquiry into the construction sector recommend to President George Maxwell Richards "an evaluation be undertaken" to determine the corporation's "legal liability" for cost overruns in the Cleaver Heights housing project. (Sun, 17 May 2009 04:00:05 GMT)
Myanmar bars lawyer for Suu Kyi
The government has barred a prominent activist lawyer from defending opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi, as pressure intensifies on the regime to drop new charges against the Nobel Peace laureate. (Sun, 17 May 2009 05:00:20 GMT)
Candidates divided on role of Westmoreland district attorney
Both candidates for Westmoreland County district attorney agree that the May 19 Democratic primary will serve as a referendum on how the job should be performed. (Sun, 17 May 2009 05:01:57 GMT)
Myanmar's Suu Kyi defiant ahead of trial: lawyer
YANGON (Reuters) - Myanmar's pro-democracy icon Aung San Suu Kyi is in good health and ready to defend herself against new charges that have triggered international condemnation of the military regime, her lawyer said. (Sun, 17 May 2009 05:52:43 GMT)
N.D. Supreme Court disbars Fargo attorney
FARGO (AP) - The North Dakota Supreme Court has disbarred a Fargo attorney who pleaded guilty to terrorizing and concealed weapons charges in September 2007. (Sun, 17 May 2009 06:18:22 GMT)
Columbia Heights attorney honored as senior counselor
Vernon S. Hoium, Columbia Heights attorney, was honored at a banquet April 30 by the Minnesota State Bar Association for having practiced law for a period of 50 years. Hoium received the designation of "Senior Counselor" from the Minnesota State Bar Association. (Sun, 17 May 2009 07:02:11 GMT)
A Fort Lauderdale lawyer's love for Highwaymen paintings keeps the spirit of Old Florida alive
How Fort Lauderdale lawyer Scott Schlesinger came to be one of the largest collectors of Highwaymen art began with boyhood memories of his father's Hollywood law office. (Sun, 17 May 2009 07:12:17 GMT)
Myanmar's Suu Kyi defiant ahead of trial: lawyer
Myanmar's pro-democracy icon Aung San Suu Kyi is in good health and ready to defend herself against new charges that have sparked international outrage against the country's military rulers, her lawyer said. (Sun, 17 May 2009 07:43:38 GMT)
President meets former Attorney General
President Pratibha Patil today held a meeting with former Attorney General Soli Sorabjee at her residence in New Delhi. (Sun, 17 May 2009 08:18:58 GMT)
Obama nominates Vance as U.S. attorney
BIRMINGHAM | President Barack Obama nominated a longtime federal prosecutor Friday to serve as the U.S. attorney for north Alabama. The White House said it had tapped Joyce Vance, 48, to take over for Republican appointee Alice Martin. (Sun, 17 May 2009 08:46:15 GMT)
Junta disbars Suu Kyi lawyer before trial
YANGON, Myanmar (AP) | Myanmar's military rulers disbarred a prominent lawyer who applied to defend pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi in her upcoming trial, the attorney said Saturday. Mrs. Suu Kyi, who was taken from her home Thursday by police, faces a possible five-year prison term for purportedly violating terms of her house arrest by sheltering an American man who swam across a lake to ... (Sun, 17 May 2009 08:59:39 GMT)
Lawyer Says Suu Kyi Innocent of Charges in Myanmar
Lawyer says Myanmar's Aung San Suu Kyi is innocent as trial begins Monday (Sun, 17 May 2009 10:15:32 GMT)
Attorney blames stress disorder for sex defendant's alleged actions
The attorney for a 28-year-old Chesterfield Township man accused of offering his young sons for sexual purposes and other illegal acts on the Internet believes his client may suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder from time spent in the Navy. (Sun, 17 May 2009 10:22:33 GMT)
Planning Matters: Picking estate attorney complex
Finding the right attorney to plan your estate can be a significant challenge. Choosing an estate planning attorney may be the first contact you will ever have with an attorney. What qualities should you look for in an estate planning attorney? (Sun, 17 May 2009 10:40:02 GMT)
Lawyer says Suu Kyi innocent of charges in Myanmar
Detained pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi is innocent of charges leveled against her by Myanmar's ruling military, her lawyer said Sunday, as she prepared for the start of her trial Monday facing five years in notorious Insein prison. (Sun, 17 May 2009 11:57:24 GMT)
Lawyer says Suu Kyi innocent of charges in Myanmar
Detained pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi is innocent of charges leveled against her by Myanmar's ruling military, her lawyer said Sunday, as she prepared for the start of her trial Monday facing five years in notorious Insein prison. Suu Kyi is accused... Related: Aung San Suu Kyi - Burma - Insein Prison - Myanmar - Suu Kyi (Sun, 17 May 2009 12:38:18 GMT)
Veteran Tax and Estate Planning Lawyer James Ellis Joins Sideman & Bancroft
SAN FRANCISCO – Veteran tax and estate planning lawyer James B. Ellis joins San Francisco’s Sideman & Bancroft LLP as a partner. He comes to the firm following 12 years as managing director at JPMorgan Private Bank. (Sun, 17 May 2009 14:31:58 GMT)
McCollum For Governor? Attorney General To Enter Race Monday
Florida Attorney General Bill McCollum is expected to officially announce tomorrow that he will run for governor. (Sun, 17 May 2009 14:51:40 GMT)
Attorney blames stress disorder for sex defendant's alleged actions
The attorney for a 28-year-old Chesterfield Township man accused of offering his young sons for sexual purposes and other illegal acts on the Internet believes his client may suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder from time spent in the Navy. (Sun, 17 May 2009 14:52:34 GMT)
Lawyer says Suu Kyi innocent of charges in Myanmar (10:00 p.m.)
YANGON, Myanmar -- Detained pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi is innocent of charges leveled against her by Myanmar's ruling military, her lawyer said Sunday, as she prepared for the start of her read more (Sun, 17 May 2009 15:51:17 GMT)
Newspaper: Attorney General McDaniel failed to pay for $9k in state plane travel
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Attorney General Dustin McDaniel has flown 22 times on a state prison system airplane, but didn't reimburse the agency for some of the flights until a newspaper questioned the travel. (Sun, 17 May 2009 20:37:25 GMT)
Thousands Protest Over Lawyer's Murder in Guatemala
Thousands of Guatemalans protested Sunday to demand the president resign over accusations that he ordered a lawyer killed, a scandal threatening the rule of the country's first leftist leader more than 50 years. (Sun, 17 May 2009 23:09:43 GMT)
Kevin Fuller Named North Texas' Top Family Lawyer
DALLAS -- Veteran attorney Kevin Fuller has been selected the family lawyer of the year for 2009 in the North Texas area and is featured in the publication, Texas' Best Lawyers. (Mon, 18 May 2009 00:46:27 GMT)
Veteran Tax and Estate Planning Lawyer James Ellis Joins Sideman & Bancroft
SAN FRANCISCO – Veteran tax and estate planning lawyer James B. Ellis joins San Francisco’s Sideman & Bancroft LLP as a partner. He comes to the firm following 12 years as managing director at JPMorgan Private Bank. (Mon, 18 May 2009 00:50:28 GMT)
St. Paul city attorney gets ready for bid for Ramsey County job
St. Paul City Attorney John Choi will file papers today to explore a run for Ramsey County attorney in 2010. (Mon, 18 May 2009 00:58:56 GMT)
Guatemala: Thousands protest over allegations president had lawyer murdered
GUATEMALA CITY - Thousands of Guatemalans protested yesterday to demand the president resign over accusations that he ordered a lawyer killed, a scandal threatening the rule of the country's first leftist leader more than 50 years. Supporters... (Mon, 18 May 2009 01:06:05 GMT)
Guatemalan Protesters Demand President?s Resignation Over Case of Slain Lawyer
The lawyer, Rodrigo Rosenberg, left behind a videotape accusing the president of having him killed. (Mon, 18 May 2009 02:09:29 GMT)
Lawyer: India has concrete evidence against Mumbai attacker Kasab
The Indian-government appointed lawyer of Mohammad Ajmal Amir alias Kasab, the only militant caught alive in the Mumbai attacks, Sunday said India has got concrete evidence of his client's role in the attacks, but said he would still try his best to save the accused. "There's overwhelming evidence against Kasab with more than 30 eyewitnesses and other scientific evidence. It is an uphill task ... (Mon, 18 May 2009 02:15:57 GMT)
Democratic bloodbath inevitable in Florida attorney general primary?
With Attorney General Bill McCollum expected to make it official Monday that he's running for governor, Democrats may not be able to avoid a three-candidate collision in the 2010 AG's race. (Mon, 18 May 2009 03:06:00 GMT)
District Attorney Beeson announces bid for U.S. Congress
Late Sunday evening a group called the "Friends of Beeson" announced District Attorney Martin Beeson from Garfield County will running against incumbant Democrat John Salazar for Colorado's Third Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives in Washington D.C. (Mon, 18 May 2009 05:01:43 GMT)
Columbia Heights attorney honored as senior counselor
Vernon S. Hoium, Columbia Heights attorney, was honored at a banquet April 30 by the Minnesota State Bar Association for having practiced law for a period of 50 years. Hoium received the designation of "Senior Counselor" from the Minnesota State Bar Association. (Mon, 18 May 2009 06:24:40 GMT)
Board recommends public reprimand for Dakota County Attorney James Backstrom
Dakota County Attorney James Backstrom has agreed to enter into a petition with a state ethics board that recommends a public reprimand for his actions during a Washington County murder trail. (Mon, 18 May 2009 06:32:22 GMT)
Young construction lawyer upbeat about industry’s future
JACKSONVILLE — This isn’t the best time to be young lawyer focusing on work in the construction industry, but Eileen LaCivita can see some signs of life in the field. (Mon, 18 May 2009 07:36:14 GMT)
Lawyer donates boat to police
A local lawyer has donated to the Louisville Metro Police a boat valued at $80,000 that the city river patrol plans to use for undercover operations to try to curtail drug traffic on the Ohio River. (Mon, 18 May 2009 09:00:34 GMT)
Nigeria: Civil Servant Charged for Assaulting Lawyer
The police in Abuja recently arraigned a civil servant before an Abuja magistrate court for allegedly assaulting one Barrister Francis Mgboh and calling him a charge-and-bail lawyer. (Mon, 18 May 2009 10:31:59 GMT)
Court declares lawyer Somchai missing person
The Civil Court Monday declared lawyer Somchai Neelapaijit a missing person, allowing his wife to handle his assets. The court officially announced Somchai a missing person after he went missing five years ago. (Mon, 18 May 2009 10:42:02 GMT)
26/11 trial: Nikam for death, Kasab's lawyer prefers lifer
MUMBAI: Special Public Prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam and lawyer Abbas Kazmi defending Pakistani gunman accused in November 26 terror attack case are not only in opposite camps but also hold divergent views on capital punishment. (Mon, 18 May 2009 12:09:13 GMT)
Lawyer calls Somali piracy suspect 'Robin Hood'
A lawyer for one of five suspected Somali pirates being prosecuted in the Netherlands described his client Monday as a modern-day Robin Hood driven by poverty to hijack ships. (Mon, 18 May 2009 12:13:43 GMT)
Lawyer calls Somali piracy suspect 'Robin Hood'
A lawyer for one of five suspected Somali pirates being prosecuted in the Netherlands described his client Monday as a modern-day Robin Hood driven by poverty to hijack ships. Danish Navy sailors captured the men after a Jan. 2 attack on the cargo ship... Related: Robin Hood - Netherlands - Piracy in Somalia - Literature - Ridley Scott (Mon, 18 May 2009 12:53:18 GMT)
GOP candidate for Phila. district attorney is driven
Five years ago, Michael Untermeyer, the lone Republican candidate for Philadelphia district attorney, crashed a single-engine plane he was piloting over Martha's Vineyard. (Mon, 18 May 2009 13:00:43 GMT)
Lawyer's Killing Sparks Protests in Guatemala
Foes, friends of Guatemala leader stage protests in uproar over lawyer's murder. (Mon, 18 May 2009 15:16:29 GMT)
Fla. Attorney General To Run For Governor
Republican Attorney General Bill McCollum is throwing his hat in the ring for governor. (Mon, 18 May 2009 15:59:46 GMT)
U.S. Supreme Court: FBI Director, Ex-Attorney General Cannot Be Sued For Alleged Detainee Abuse
(RTTNews) - U.S. Supreme Court ruled Monday that FBI Director Robert Mueller and former Attorney General John Ashcroft cannot be sued by a former post-9/11 detainee for alleged abuse during his detention. (Mon, 18 May 2009 16:48:34 GMT)
Lawyer 'did not mislead court'
A judge's claim that criminal defence lawyer Chris Comeskey misled the Court of Appeal is "entirely wrong", barrister Russell Fairbrother says. Mr Fairbrother was acting yesterday on behalf of Mr Comeskey at a New Zealand Lawyers... (Mon, 18 May 2009 17:03:25 GMT)
Florida Attorney General McCollum Enters Governor’s Race
Florida Attorney General Bill McCollum, in Orlando, announces he is running for governor instead of seeking a second term. (Mon, 18 May 2009 17:06:41 GMT)
Threshold change futile - lawyer
Government plans to raise the threshold for defendants choosing jury trials will have "absolutely no effect", a Christchurch lawyer says. (Mon, 18 May 2009 17:12:37 GMT)
Knoxville lawyer sings the news on YouTube
Knoxville lawyer Anne M. McKinney's latest role has drawn an audience of more than 1 million viewers on the video-sharing Web site YouTube. Her debut on YouTube - a parody she wrote about U.S. Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner's tax troubles - has drawn fans worldwide including Watergate operative-turned-radio personality G. Gordon Liddy, and prompted McKinney to add to her repertoire. (Mon, 18 May 2009 17:14:39 GMT)
Attorney: Mathews mom's case 'boggles my mind'
THIBODAUX - During his closing arguments Saturday morning, defense attorney Richard Goorley showed jurors a slideshow of Amy Hebert as a child and mother and then as a patient lying in a hospital bed following her children’s deaths and her attempted suicide. (Mon, 18 May 2009 17:33:10 GMT)
Craigslist CEO asks South Carolina Attorney General to apologize for attack
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Craigslist's chief executive demanded an apology from South Carolina's attorney general today, saying the prosecutor's threat to file prostitution charges against the company was unreasonable and unfair. (Mon, 18 May 2009 18:52:28 GMT)
Craigslist Demands Apology From South Carolina Attorney General
Craigslist CEO Jim Buckmaster today posted a strongly-worded response to South Carolina Attorney General Henry McMaster's ongoing legally-baseless threats to bring criminal charges against him and founder Craig Newmark, culminating in a request for a long-overdue apology. (Mon, 18 May 2009 19:17:15 GMT)
St. Louis Co. Attorney Asked To See If Let Duluth Vote Has Broken The Law
The St. Louis County Attorney has been asked to look into whether the group calling itself Let Duluth Vote has broken laws related to reporting of fundraising and lobbying activities. (Mon, 18 May 2009 20:01:26 GMT)
Charge dropped against Millinocket lawyer
BANGOR, Maine - The criminal mischief charge against a lawyer from Millinocket whose truck was "booted" last week for unpaid parking tickets has been dismissed, his attorney announced on ? (Mon, 18 May 2009 20:08:32 GMT)
Florida attorney general announces run for governor
Florida Attorney General Bill McCollum says he will run for governor in 2010. (Mon, 18 May 2009 20:10:58 GMT)
New sentence for Texas Democratic donor means 10 years on probation for posing as lawyer
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas - A judge has reduced the sentence of a prominent Texas Democratic Party donor and fundraiser to 10 years on probation for falsely presenting himself as a lawyer. (Mon, 18 May 2009 20:31:30 GMT)
Attorney: Blagojevich's wife mulling reality TV spot
An attorney says the wife of ousted Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich is considering reality TV after her indicted husband was barred from traveling to Costa Rica to be on a show. (Mon, 18 May 2009 21:50:56 GMT)
Bangkok Post : Court declares Muslim lawyer legally missing
The Civil Court has declared Muslim lawyer Somchai Neelaphaijit a missing person. (Mon, 18 May 2009 22:17:25 GMT)
Obama names U.S. attorney for N.H.
President Obama has nominated John Kacavas to be the next United States attorney for New Hampshire. (Mon, 18 May 2009 23:39:43 GMT)
Anthony Gutierrez, aide to former Attorney General Marc Dann, pleads not guilty
COLUMBUS -- Anthony Gutierrez, who was a top aide to former attorney general Marc Dann, pleaded not guilty Monday to a 10-count indictment charging him with theft in office and other crimes. Gutierrez was released on bond after his... (Tue, 19 May 2009 01:45:42 GMT)
U.S. Attorney's Office honors two sheriff's agents
Two officers with the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office were honored by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for their work investigating the exploitation of children. (Tue, 19 May 2009 01:50:54 GMT)
Lawyer was taped inciting others to murder taxi driver, court told
Details of bugged conversations between paramilitary suspects and their lawyer — who is standing trial for incitement to murder and using his legal position to pass on information to terrorists — have been revealed for the first time. (Tue, 19 May 2009 02:05:27 GMT)
St. Louis County Attorney Asked to Investigate Let Duluth Vote
The Saint Louis County Attorney has been asked to investigate the financial background of "Let Duluth Vote," a group formed to oppose the District's long range facilities plan. Another group claims public disclosure laws are being violated Joel Runck tells us what both sides are saying. (Tue, 19 May 2009 02:31:26 GMT)
Lawyer: Salis suffering in jail
Cunupia "PH" driver Salis Mack now stands accused of the murder of a teenager and kidnapping three females still missing and feared dead by police. Mack went to the Chaguanas Magistrates' Court yesterday hiding his face again, and with a new lawyer - Deke Rohlehr. (Tue, 19 May 2009 03:14:04 GMT)
Suu Kyi's lawyer wants action from ASEAN
An international lawyer acting for Aung San Suu Kyi has called for the international community and ASEAN to take action on helping the Burmese democracy leader avoid jail. (Tue, 19 May 2009 03:23:00 GMT)
Experts say Harris County taking risks with lawyer appointment system
Judges in Harris County gave attorney Jerome Godinich more than $250,000 of work in each of the county’s last two fiscal years, assigning him to work for defendants who can’t afford their own lawyer. (Tue, 19 May 2009 03:25:47 GMT)
SEC Official Didn't Intimidate Brokers, Lawyer Says
A lawyer for an official at the Securities and Exchange Commission yesterday denied a report that his client had attempted "to intimidate and influence" investment brokers by invoking her position. (Tue, 19 May 2009 04:00:00 GMT)
Keep U.S. Attorney Holding on the job
The Obama administration ought to keep in place U.S. Attorney George E.B. Holding, the chief federal prosecutor in the state's eastern district, while his office investigates activities surrounding former Gov. Mike Easley. (Tue, 19 May 2009 04:07:57 GMT)
Suu Kyi's lawyer wants action from ASEAN (ABC)
An international lawyer acting for Aung San Suu Kyi has called for the international community and ASEAN to take action on helping the Burmese democracy leader avoid jail. (Tue, 19 May 2009 04:17:33 GMT)
Attorney: Blagojevich's wife mulling reality TV spot
CHICAGO — Ousted Gov. Rod Blagojevich’s wife will decide soon whether to be on a reality TV show in the Costa Rican jungle, a defense attorney said Monday. (Tue, 19 May 2009 04:30:05 GMT)
Hlophe lawyer turns on Bizos
Cape Judge President John Hlophe's lawyer has accused veteran lawyer George Bizos of bias over the way Bizos handled the Judicial Service Commission's hearing against Hlophe. (Tue, 19 May 2009 04:38:19 GMT)
Chais Would Help in Madoff-Related Criminal Probe, Lawyer Says
May 19 (Bloomberg) -- Stanley Chais , a philanthropist and investment adviser in Los Angeles, will cooperate if there is a U.S. criminal probe stemming from his investment with convicted swindler Bernard Madoff , Chais’s lawyer said. (Tue, 19 May 2009 05:03:29 GMT)
Craigslist CEO asks attorney general for apology
Craigslist CEO Jim Buckmaster demanded an apology from South Carolina's attorney general Monday. (Tue, 19 May 2009 05:07:57 GMT)
Court asked to block lawyer's actions
Lawyers for the man who calls himself Clark Rockefeller asked a judge yesterday to block jurors at his upcoming parental kidnapping trial from hearing evidence about statements made to reporters by his previous lawyer. (Tue, 19 May 2009 05:25:45 GMT)
Attorney: Blagojevich's wife mulling reality TV spot
CHICAGO -- Ousted Gov. Rod Blagojevich’s wife will decide soon whether to be on a reality TV show in the Costa Rican jungle, a defense attorney said Monday. | Video (Tue, 19 May 2009 05:38:39 GMT)
Ex-Arroyo lawyer: Estrada can’t run again
Former president Joseph Estrada cannot run again for president under any circumstance, election lawyer Romulo Macalintal said on Tuesday. (Tue, 19 May 2009 05:56:54 GMT)
Maricopa Supervisors Strip County Attorney's Civil Budget
The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors voted take $6 million from the county attorney's budget Monday. (Tue, 19 May 2009 06:24:56 GMT)
Lawyer sues college over tossed records
A Columbus lawyer wants Hocking College to pay for a trustee's destruction of public records. (Tue, 19 May 2009 07:40:19 GMT)
County attorney recommendation expected Monday
The hunt for a new Scotts Bluff County Attorney continues, but a final recommendation is expected to be presented to the county commissioners during Monday’s meeting. (Tue, 19 May 2009 07:51:20 GMT)
Lawyer was taped inciting others to murder taxi driver, court told
Details of bugged conversations between paramilitary suspects and their lawyer - who is standing trial for incitement to murder and using his legal position to pass on information to terrorists - have been revealed for the first time. (Tue, 19 May 2009 08:57:41 GMT)
Attorney general enters governor's race
TALLAHASSEE -- Republican Attorney General Bill McCollum announced Monday he will run for governor in 2010, setting up a likely showdown with Democrat Alex Sink. (Tue, 19 May 2009 11:02:12 GMT)
Weiss, Trutanich Face Off In LA City Attorney Race
Los Angeles voters will have to choose from a L.A. city councilman and a former deputy district attorney to fill in the city attorney's office vacated by Rocky Delgadillo in Tuesday's election. City Councilman Jack Weiss and Attorney Carmen Trutanich have stepped up to take Delgadillo's spot after being termed out of office. (Tue, 19 May 2009 11:44:30 GMT)
Wife of ousted Illinios Gov. Rod Blagojevich mulling reality TV spot, attorney says
AP fileRod Blagojevich and his wife Patti in December. CHICAGO — An attorney says the wife of ousted Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich is considering reality TV after her indicted husband was barred from traveling to Costa Rica to be on... (Tue, 19 May 2009 12:03:40 GMT)
Lawyer says fatal shooting in NY, not Conn.
The lawyer for a Bridgeport man charged in the killing of a man whose bullet-riddled body was found in Greenwich says charges should be dropped. (Tue, 19 May 2009 12:33:20 GMT)
Lawyer: Wesleyan suspect will plead not guilty
The lawyer for a man accused of fatally shooting a Wesleyan University student says his client will plead not guilty. (Tue, 19 May 2009 13:03:29 GMT)
Ryan's lawyer to ask Obama for commutation
A lawyer for George Ryan says he'll ask President Barack Obama to commute the former governor's more than six-year sentence. Ryan's attorney, former Gov. Jim Thompson, says he'll present a petition to Obama while keeping in mind the president has "other things on his plate." (Tue, 19 May 2009 13:42:05 GMT)
Ryan's lawyer to ask Obama for commutation
A lawyer for George Ryan says he'll ask President Barack Obama to commute the former governor's more than six-year sentence. Ryan's attorney, former Gov. Jim Thompson, says he'll present a petition to Obama while keeping in mind the president has "other things on his plate." But Thompson says Obama knows Ryan, and "a merciful president" would let Ryan come home to his wife, Lura. Both are in ... (Tue, 19 May 2009 13:48:07 GMT)
Lawyer: Wesleyan Suspect To Plead Not Guilty
The lawyer for a 29-year-old man accused of gunning down a Wesleyan University student says his client is set to plead not guilty. (Tue, 19 May 2009 15:13:07 GMT)
Prosecutor tapped as next US attorney for Mass.
By Jonathan Saltzman, Globe Staff The two US senators from Massachusetts have recommended that President Obama nominate Carmen M. Ortiz, a federal prosecutor and former state prosecutor, to become the next US attorney. Assuming that the president follows the recommendation... (Tue, 19 May 2009 16:19:53 GMT)
Kennedy picks 1st woman for state's US Attorney
Sen. Edward Kennedy has recommended that President Obama nominate Carmen Ortiz, an assistant U.S. attorney who investigates and prosecutes white-collar crime, as the next U.S. attorney for Boston. (Tue, 19 May 2009 16:26:35 GMT)
LAWYER NAILED AS SPITZER'S FIXER QUITS
ALBANY, N.Y. -- A lawyer for New York's state Senate Democrats resigned Tuesday, less than a week after a report identified him as the member of former Gov. Eliot Spitzer's cabinet who received sensitive information leaked from a commission... (Tue, 19 May 2009 16:42:05 GMT)
Judges: British lawyer lied to shield Berlusconi
Premier Silvio Berlusconi said Tuesday he will respond in Parliament to a judicial panel's determination that a British lawyer lied in court to protect him in exchange for $600,000. (Tue, 19 May 2009 17:15:01 GMT)
SC suspends lawyer for misconduct
CEBU CITY -- The Supreme Court (SC) has suspended a Cebu-based lawyer for six months, convicting him of gross misconduct, allegedly committed when he prepared an “illegal contract” between two clients. read more (Tue, 19 May 2009 17:21:43 GMT)
Six lawyers vie for US Attorney job in Madison
A top prosecutor at the U.S. Attorney's Office in the Western District of Wisconsin is among several lawyers vying for the office's top job. (Tue, 19 May 2009 17:28:39 GMT)
NY attorney general sues debt settlement firms
New York Attorney General Andrew Cuomo is suing two debt settlement companies, accusing them of fraudulent business practices and false advertising. (Tue, 19 May 2009 17:29:50 GMT)
6 lawyers vie for US Attorney job in Madison
Associated Press - May 19, 2009 1:15 PM ET MADISON, Wis. (AP) - A top prosecutor at the U.S. Attorney's Office in the Western District of Wisconsin is among several lawyers vying for the... (Tue, 19 May 2009 17:38:15 GMT)
British lawyer lied to protect Berlusconi
A British lawyer convicted of taking a $600,000 (388,000 pounds) bribe in 1997 from Silvio Berlusconi, Italy's current prime minister, lied to protect him and his Fininvest holding group, a court sentencing document said on Tuesday. (Tue, 19 May 2009 17:45:00 GMT)
Miller Canfield attorney on paid leave following federal indictment
An attorney at Miller Canfield Paddock and Stone plc and former member of Detroit Mayor Dave Bings crisis turnaround team will remain on a paid leave for at least the next several weeks, after his indictment on federal charges, the firms... (Tue, 19 May 2009 18:12:54 GMT)
Six apply for U.S. attorney position in Madison
Six lawyers have applied to fill the vacancy left by the resignation of Erik Peterson, the U.S. attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin in Madison. (Tue, 19 May 2009 18:23:11 GMT)
Former BART cop's attorney grills witness during Oakland hearing
The attorney for a former BART officer took an aggressive stance on Tuesday in questioning a witness to the New Year's Day shooting of Oscar Grant III. (Tue, 19 May 2009 18:53:27 GMT)
Former Delray priest suicidal, has cancer, attorney says
A priest in prison for stealing from his former Delray Beach church should be released because he is suicidal and suffering from cancer, his attorney argued in court documents. (Tue, 19 May 2009 19:41:30 GMT)
Attorney: Division Of SK Foods To Shut Down
Salyer American Fresh Foods, a division of SK Foods Group, will be shutting down, an attorney for owner Scott Salyer confirmed Tuesday. (Tue, 19 May 2009 20:35:26 GMT)
NY attorney general sues debt settlement firms
New York Attorney General Andrew Cuomo sued two debt settlement companies Tuesday, accusing them of fraudulent business practices and false advertising. (Tue, 19 May 2009 20:42:21 GMT)
NY attorney general sues debt settlement firms
New York Attorney General Andrew Cuomo sued two debt settlement companies Tuesday, accusing them of fraudulent business practices and false advertising. He said CSA-Credit Solutions of America Inc., of Richardson, Texas, and Nationwide Asset Services Inc., of... Related: New York - Andrew Cuomo - New York State Attorney General - Business - Financial Services (Tue, 19 May 2009 21:08:28 GMT)
Obama eligibility lawyer cites dangers from delays
An attorney handling one of the many lawsuits challenging Barack Obama's eligibility to occupy the Oval Office is urging a court to deny a demand from a lawyer for the president for still more time to answer such simple questions as whether Obama was born in Hawaii, citing the dangers of having an president many identify as a "usurper" in office. (Wed, 20 May 2009 00:31:49 GMT)
Italian judges: lawyer guilty of lying to protect Berlusconi
Premier Silvio Berlusconi says he will respond to an Italian judicial panel's determination that a British lawyer lied in court to protect him in exchange for $600,000. The three-judge panel released a 400-page document laying out its reasons for finding British lawyer David Mills guilty of corruption. (Wed, 20 May 2009 02:32:29 GMT)
U.S. Attorney Picks Are Under Way
President Barack Obama's announcement of his first wave of nominees for U.S. Attorney positions has touched off a closely guarded process freighted with symbolism and heightened sensitivities in the wake of the Bush administration firings scandal. U.S. Attorney nominations pose a potential hurdle for Obama, as he reconciles the nature of these plum political posts with his pledge of ... (Wed, 20 May 2009 02:38:41 GMT)
Mass. Judge Orders Criminal Discovery Training for U.S. Attorney's Office
Chief Judge Mark L. Wolf of the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts has issued an order requiring the Boston U.S. Attorney's Office to hold a training program focused on discovery in criminal cases this fall. The order also gives the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Massachusetts until Nov. 20 to submit additional affidavits explaining why Wolf shouldn't issue ... (Wed, 20 May 2009 02:54:01 GMT)
Williams nominated Phila. District Attorney
Seth Williams is the winner of the five-way Democratic primary for Philadelphia district attorney. (Wed, 20 May 2009 02:58:54 GMT)
City Attorney's Office Now in Charge of Rape Crisis Center
The City Attorney's Office has assumed "executive oversight" of the Memphis rape crisis center as city council members seek answers to staff and money management problems. (Wed, 20 May 2009 03:05:05 GMT)
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