Attorney News Sep 2009
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Attorney General Corbett To Announce Run For Governor
Pennsylvania Attorney General Tom Corbett is kicking off his campaign for the 2010 Republican gubernatorial nomination. (Mon, 14 Sep 2009 11:24:28 GMT)
Visiting Lawyer Program offered to veterans
The Massachusetts Bar Association has added a new layer to its Serving Our Veterans in the Law initiative — a free Visiting Lawyer Program that will be offered to Essex County veterans. The program will be held on Thursday, Oct. 1, at the Northeast Outreach Center in Haverhill. (Mon, 14 Sep 2009 11:31:32 GMT)
N.C. attorney general to speak at chamber lunch
Roy Cooper, North Carolina's attorney general, will be the keynote speaker at the Greenville-Pitt County Chamber of Commerce's September Power Luncheon on Tuesday at noon at Brook Valley Country Club. (Mon, 14 Sep 2009 12:08:15 GMT)
Reporter Exposes California DUI Lawyer Practices
An investigative reporter for California Lawyer magazine, a professional publication for all members of the California State Bar, has recently delved into the practices of California DUI attorneys. (Mon, 14 Sep 2009 12:30:00 GMT)
Brooke Astor Lawyer a ‘Casualty’ in Dispute, Attorney Says
Sept. 14 (Bloomberg) -- A lawyer accused of helping Brooke Astor’s son steal millions of dollars and artwork from the late philanthropist is a “casualty” in a family dispute over her fortune, his attorney told jurors at the end of a four- month trial. (Mon, 14 Sep 2009 15:38:43 GMT)
Decision on lawyer’s pay delayed by prisoner no-show
It’ll be another week before a Toronto lawyer finds out if he’ll be allowed to drop a local murder case because rates paid by Legal Aid Ontario are too low. (Mon, 14 Sep 2009 17:13:58 GMT)
Top lawyer slams ‘business bashing'
Toronto — The justice system is targeting corporate executives with excessive zeal as society becomes increasingly suspicious of the business community, top criminal lawyer Edward Greenspan said Monday. (Mon, 14 Sep 2009 18:12:55 GMT)
New Mo Attorney General Talks About 'To Do' List
Missouri Attorney General Chris Koster has made out long 'To Do' list since taking office ten months ago. From Medicaid and mortgage fraud to telemarketers and debt collectors, all make the top of the list. He talked to FOX 2 News in the Morning about the tasks at hand and other problems he plans to tackle for Missourians. (Mon, 14 Sep 2009 18:39:39 GMT)
Astor Lawyer a ‘Casualty’ in Dispute, Attorney Says (Update1)
Sept. 14 (Bloomberg) -- A lawyer accused of helping Brooke Astor’s son steal millions of dollars from the late New York socialite and philanthropist is a “casualty” in a family dispute over her fortune, his attorney told jurors at the end of a four-month trial. (Mon, 14 Sep 2009 18:53:36 GMT)
Former US Attorney Pat Meehan running for Congress in Pa.
DREXEL HILL, Pa. (AP) -- A former federal prosecutor is running for the suburban Philadelphia congressional seat being vacated by Rep. Joe Sestak. Pat Meehan, who resigned last year from his position as U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, announced his candidacy Monday. (Mon, 14 Sep 2009 19:01:12 GMT)
Women's Rights Groups Protest Mexico's New Attorney General
The lawyer thought to be behind the cover-ups of the mass murders and the disappearances in Ciudad Juarez has been nominated to be Mexico's next Attorney General. (Mon, 14 Sep 2009 19:07:40 GMT)
Pa. lawyer on trial in charity-fraud case
Allentown lawyer John Karoly (KAR'-ol-ee) is fighting charges he laundered $500,000 through two charities before using most of it for himself. (Mon, 14 Sep 2009 19:13:59 GMT)
AP Source: NY attorney general preparing charges against Bank of America
AP Source: NY attorney general preparing charges against Bank of America (Mon, 14 Sep 2009 19:25:12 GMT)
Lawyer questions State Bar directors salary
CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- Charleston lawyer Harry Deitzler is questioning whether the West Virginia State Bar Foundations executive director, Thomas R. Tinder, should receive $95,000 annually in salary and benefits -- more than the group raises in charitable do... (Mon, 14 Sep 2009 19:35:13 GMT)
Barring Iqaluit councillor from in-camera meetings 'offensive': lawyer
Iqaluit city council's move to bar Coun. Jim Little from in-camera sessions could be illegal, said a lawyer with experience with the North and municipal governments. (Mon, 14 Sep 2009 19:43:57 GMT)
Barrie lawyer heads up Canadian Bar Association
A Barrie lawyer has been named president of the Canadian Bar Association, which has legal tentacles reaching far beyond North America.[...] (Mon, 14 Sep 2009 20:08:07 GMT)
N.Y. attorney general preparing charges against BofA execs over Merrill Lynch deal
NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Attorney General's office is preparing charges against several high-ranking Bank of America executives over the bank's alleged failure to disclose details about its acquisition of Merrill Lynch, according to a person familiar with the investigation. (Mon, 14 Sep 2009 20:26:47 GMT)
Attorney General Corbett To Run For Governor
Pennsylvania Attorney General Tom Corbett is planning to run for governor. He is slated to make his official announcement at the Heinz History Center tonight. (Mon, 14 Sep 2009 20:29:08 GMT)
State attorney general takes up Loves Park man’s prosecution
Winnebago County State’s Attorney Joe Bruscato announced today that the prosecution of Ryan Schiller, 26, of Loves Park, has been transferred to the Illinois attorney general. (Mon, 14 Sep 2009 20:31:18 GMT)
Defense lawyer: Brooke Astor left millions to son Phillip Marshall out of guilt
Beloved philanthropist Brooke Astor left her millions to her only son because she felt guilty about being a bad mother, a defense lawyer claimed Monday. (Mon, 14 Sep 2009 21:08:59 GMT)
Lawyer: Strike alleged NV rape victim's statement
A lawyer says an affidavit from a woman who is accusing Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger of rape shouldn't be allowed as part of the court record in the case. (Mon, 14 Sep 2009 22:31:44 GMT)
Lawyer: Strike alleged rape victim's statement
CARSON CITY, Nev. -- A lawyer says an affidavit from a woman who is accusing Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger of rape shouldn't be allowed as part of the court record in the case. (Mon, 14 Sep 2009 22:47:30 GMT)
Attorney Rebecca L. Stevens Featured for Volunteer Legal Services in North Carolina
CARY, N.C. – Rebecca L. Stevens, managing partner of Stevens & Hand, PLLC, was recognized on probono.net/nc for her volunteer legal work through Legal Aid of North Carolina (LANC). Stevens volunteers through the organization’s Private Attorney Involvement (PAI) program. (Mon, 14 Sep 2009 23:24:31 GMT)
N.Y. Attorney General To Charge BofA
The New York Attorney General's office is preparing charges against several high-ranking Bank of America executives over the bank's alleged failure to disclose details about its acquisition of Merrill Lynch, according to a person familiar with the investigation. Attorney General Andrew Cuomo's office is likely to file civil charges against the executives over their role in failing to alert ... (Mon, 14 Sep 2009 23:47:26 GMT)
Lawyer seeks new venue in train station shooting
The lawyer for a white former transit officer charged with murder in the shooting of an unarmed black man at an Oakland train station says the case should be moved out of the area because of racial divisions. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 00:22:47 GMT)
Local attorney faces charges in 2 counties
SEGUIN — Legal problems have mounted for a local attorney whose husband was indicted last July on federal wire fraud charges. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 01:12:02 GMT)
Attorney Todd Tracy Asks Is Toyota Speaking With Big Tobacco's Forked Tongue?
DALLAS, Sept. 14 -- Toyota Motor Corporation's response to revelations by a former company attorney who was a key figure in defending Toyota from accident lawsuits across the country has left victims wondering if Big Tobacco has taken over the Japanese automaker's public relations department. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 03:21:24 GMT)
Pa. Attorney General Corbett kicks off gubernatorial campaign
PITTSBURGH -- Pennsylvania Attorney General Tom Corbett announced his campaign for the 2010 Republican gubernatorial nomination on Monday night, vowing to restore trust in Harrisburg, protect taxpayer money and improve the state's economy. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 03:22:56 GMT)
AG Declines to Prosecute Former DOJ Official Connected to U.S. Attorney Firings Probe
Attorney General Eric Holder Jr. has decided not to file criminal charges against a former Justice Department official who Senate leaders have said lied to Congress while testifying as part of an investigation into the firings of U.S. Attorneys in 2006. The U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia declined to prosecute Bradley Schlozman in January, but Sen. Charles Schumer, D-N.Y ... (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 03:30:40 GMT)
Plaintiffs Lawyer in Chevron Environmental Lawsuit Speaks Out
Steven Donziger knew pursuing a multibillion-dollar lawsuit against Chevron-Texaco wouldn't be easy. A Harvard Law grad and former Washington, D.C., public defender, Donziger is the lead U.S. lawyer for 30,000 Ecuadoreans who claim oil drilling by Texaco (now owned by Chevron) polluted portions of the country's Amazon Basin, contaminating their soil and water sources. Donziger discusses Chevron ... (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 03:32:10 GMT)
Lawyer: Big Ben accuser's seeking 'calculated vengeance' on QB
A lawyer for several Lake Tahoe hotel employees named in a civil suit that accuses Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger of rape says the lawsuit and timing of events are the "cold, calculated vengeance of a woman scorned." (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 03:40:54 GMT)
Attorney General Tom Corbett bids for governor
Citing runaway spending by state leaders and the lack of a budget for more than two months, Attorney General Tom Corbett announced his candidacy for governor Monday night in the Senator John Heinz History Center in the Strip District. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 04:07:11 GMT)
Roethlisberger accuser's claim inadmissible, hotel lawyer says
A lawyer for several Nevada hotel employees named in a civil lawsuit that accuses Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger of sexual assault says the plaintiff's sworn statement should not be (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 04:33:30 GMT)
Student's lawyer says two teachers should be fired over alleged harassment
The lawyer representing a former Anoka-Hennepin school district student demanded Monday that school officials fire two teachers accused of sexually harassing the student. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 05:16:13 GMT)
Plaintiffs Lawyer in Chevron Environmental Lawsuit Speaks Out
Steven Donziger knew pursuing a multibillion-dollar lawsuit against Chevron-Texaco wouldn't be easy. A Harvard Law grad and former Washington, D.C., public defender, Donziger is the lead U.S. lawyer for 30,000 Ecuadoreans who claim oil drilling by Texaco polluted portions of the country's Amazon Basin, contaminating their soil and water sources. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 07:02:27 GMT)
Obituary: Attorney Bruce Allen knew City Hall politics, people from all walks
Bruce F. Allen, a prominent attorney who was a leader in Sacramento's downtown business, legal and political establishment after World War II, has died at age 88. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 07:03:33 GMT)
Head lawyer, top executive quit Intel in surprise move
Intel Corp. said Monday that Pat Gelsinger, who ran Intel’s main division, and Bruce Sewell, Intel’s top lawyer, are leaving the company. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 07:25:31 GMT)
Tuesday hearing on Stanford's bid for new attorney
Associated Press - September 15, 2009 4:15 AM ET HOUSTON (AP) - Jailed Texas financier R. Allen Stanford might be getting a new attorney to lead his defense against charges he bilked investors... (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 08:30:19 GMT)
Defense lawyer in Roethlisberger case calls alleged victim 'scorned woman'
A lawyer for several Harrah's Lake Tahoe employees named in a civil suit that accuses Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger of rape said the lawsuit and timing of events are the "cold, calculated vengeance of a woman scorned." (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 08:42:07 GMT)
Pa. Attorney General Corbett kicks off gubernatorial campaign
PITTSBURGH — Pennsylvania Attorney General Tom Corbett announced his campaign for the 2010 Republican gubernatorial nomination on Monday night, vowing to restore trust in Harrisburg, protect taxpayer money and improve the state's economy. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 10:19:50 GMT)
4 in running as U.S. attorney for state
Four nominations for U.S. attorney for Connecticut, including a lecturer at Yale Law School, have been sent to President Barack Obama by the state’s two U.S. senators. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 10:30:36 GMT)
Lawyer won't face OUI charges
By Dan Magazu [email protected] LUNENBURG -- A prominent town lawyer will not face drunken-driving charges in connection with a Memorial Day car accident during which she allegedly drove off Sunnyhill Road and into a home. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 10:47:03 GMT)
Gwinnett district attorney questions land deals
Associated Press - September 15, 2009 7:04 AM ET LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. (AP) - Gwinnett District Attorney Danny Porter has requested a special grand jury to look into land buys by the county's... (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 11:13:37 GMT)
Hearing today on Stanford's bid for new attorney
Jailed financier R. Allen Stanford might be getting a new attorney to lead his defense against charges he bilked investors out of $7 billion as part of a massive Ponzi scheme. A court hearing is scheduled today on who will represent Stanford. Stanford's current defense attorney, Dick DeGuerin, is trying to withdraw. He claims he hasn't been given assurances he'll be paid. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 11:26:10 GMT)
Gwinnett district attorney questions land deals
LAWRENCEVILLE - Gwinnett District Attorney Danny Porter has requested a special grand jury to look into land buys by the county's board of commissioners. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 11:54:33 GMT)
JP District Attorney asks Feds to look into Bolar charges
GRETNA, La. – The Jefferson Parish District Attorney has asked Federal prosecutors to look at the three theft charges against Gretna City Councilman Jonathan Bolar. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 12:09:04 GMT)
Apple hires Intel's top lawyer
Apple Inc. said Tuesday it hired Intel Corp.'s top lawyer, Bruce Sewell, a day after the chip maker announced his departure. Apple said Sewell will report to CEO Steve Jobs as the company's general counsel and senior vice president for legal and government... Sponsored Topics: Apple - Steve Jobs - Vice president - Intel Corporation - History (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 13:30:09 GMT)
Apple hires Intel's top lawyer
Apple Inc. said Tuesday it hired Intel Corp.'s top lawyer, Bruce Sewell, a day after the chip maker announced his departure. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 14:54:26 GMT)
London 'divorce capital of Europe': top lawyer
London has become the "divorce capital of Europe," where celebrities' and footballers' wives feel they can make a mint after only a few years of marriage, a top British lawyer said on Tuesday. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 15:52:21 GMT)
GlaxoSmithKline Hid Paxil’s Birth Risks, Lawyer Says (Update2)
Sept. 15 (Bloomberg) -- GlaxoSmithKline Plc , the world’s second-biggest drugmaker, failed to warn consumers about the risks that its antidepressant drug Paxil caused birth defects, a lawyer for the family of an injured child told jurors. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 16:53:51 GMT)
Mexico's Calderon faces fight over attorney general
Mexican President Felipe Calderon could struggle to win congressional approval of his nominee for attorney general, further hindering his army-led war against powerful drug cartels. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 17:04:22 GMT)
Mexico's Calderon faces fight over attorney general
Source: Reuters * Calderon faces tough battle in Congress * Rights groups protest choice for new attorney general * Drawn out approval could hurt anti-drugs fight By Anahi Rama MEXICO CITY, Sept 15 (Reuters ... (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 17:14:12 GMT)
Judge appoints federal public defender to represent Stanford after attorney withdraws
HOUSTON - A federal judge has appointed a public defender to represent jailed Texas billionaire financier R. Allen Stanford. That's after Stanford's previous attorney indicated he no longer wanted to defend Stanford against charges that he bilked investors out of $7 billion. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 19:09:46 GMT)
Allen Stanford, Unable to Pay, Will Learn Who’ll Be His Lawyer
Sept. 15 (Bloomberg) -- R. Allen Stanford , the Texas financier accused of running a $7 billion investor fraud, is in Houston federal court today to learn who will defend him against criminal charges as he has no money to hire a lawyer. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 19:23:43 GMT)
Lawyer says Astor loved her son and was competent
Brooke Astor's accused swindling son, Anthony Marshall, got weepy and blew his nose showily as his lawyer continued day two of closing arguments today by describing to jurors the mother and son's deep, emotional bonds. "Underlying this case is the lo... (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 19:25:30 GMT)
Nevada U.S Attorney Announces Resignation
United States Attorney Greg Brower announced Tuesday that he intends to resign as United States Attorney for the District of Nevada. Mr. Brower has served as United States Attorney since January 7, 2008. His last day will be October 10, 2009. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 19:29:43 GMT)
City Attorney injured in bike accident on Shunga Trail
City Attorney Jackie Williams sustained a fractured vertebra Sunday afternoon as a result of a bicycle accident on the Shunga Trail. He was not wearing a helmet. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 19:46:44 GMT)
Justice for Sophie may never be done - lawyer
One of the country's most notorious murderers, Clayton Weatherston, has begun a life sentence for the killing and mutilation of Sophie Elliott - but one lawyer believes that justice will never be done. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 19:57:43 GMT)
Lawyer: Ohio Execution on Hold After Vein Troubles
Lawyer: Death temporarily delayed for condemned Ohio man when executioners can't access veins (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 19:59:25 GMT)
Attorney General investigating possible child pornography case in Austin
The attorney general's office is investigating a possible case of online child pornography involving a 12-year-old Austin girl after a video was posted on Youtube. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 20:06:45 GMT)
US attorney in Nevada says he'll step down Oct. 10
The U.S. attorney for Nevada says he'll resign Oct. 10. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 20:23:44 GMT)
US attorney in Nevada says he'll step down Oct. 10
Associated Press - September 15, 2009 4:14 PM ET LAS VEGAS (AP) - The U.S. attorney for Nevada says he'll resign Oct. 10. In a statement issued through his office in Las Vegas, Gregory... (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 20:32:41 GMT)
Nevadas U.S. Attorney To Step Down
The U.S. attorney for Nevada will resign Oct. 10. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 20:34:37 GMT)
Alameda County supervisors considering naming District Attorney
OAKLAND — The Alameda County Board of Supervisors is expected to consider naming a new District Attorney at its meeting today, one week after the surprise retirement of Tom Orloff. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 20:35:37 GMT)
Former attorney gets prison for embezzlement
A former Redwood City attorney will serve time in state prison for stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars from a trust he was managing for a client who had died. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 23:37:55 GMT)
Apple hires Intel's top lawyer
CUPERTINO, Calif . (AP) — Apple Inc . said Tuesday it hired Intel Corp.'s top lawyer, Bruce Sewell, a day after the chip maker announced his departure. Apple said Sewell will report to CEO Steve Jobs as the company's general counsel and senior vice president for legal and government affairs. Daniel Cooperman, who has held the job for the past two years, will retire at the end of the month, the ... (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 00:31:51 GMT)
Full Senate OKs Neronha as R.I.s U.S. Attorney
Peter F. Neronha was confirmed Tuesday by the full U.S. Senate to be Rhode Island's next U.S. Attorney. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 01:16:19 GMT)
Billionaire Stanford has no money to pay for lawyer
Allen Stanford, accused of a $US7 billion fraud, has no money to pay a lawyer, so a US federal judge has ordered the Public Defender's Office to take his case. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 02:03:56 GMT)
Disbarred lawyer appeals judgment in levee case
A disbarred New Orleans lawyer is attempting to appeal a $20 million settlement agreement involving federal class-action lawsuits that claimed sloppy work by the Orleans, Lake Borgne Basin and East Jefferson levee districts contributed to levee breaches during Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 02:47:24 GMT)
Vance Captures Nomination for District Attorney
Cyrus R. Vance Jr. won the Democratic nomination for Manhattan district attorney. He faces no Republican opposition to succeed Robert M. Morgenthau. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 02:53:20 GMT)
Defense attorney injured in car-bike accident
A vehicle struck a prominent defense attorney Sunday as he rode his bicycle in Emigration Canyon. Richard Van Wagoner's law partner, Harold Christensen, said Van Wagoner suffered "severe injuries" and went through surgery on Monday. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 02:59:27 GMT)
City Attorney Elbert Jefferson Wins Fight to Save His Job
The Memphis City Council voted 7 to 4 to keep City Attorney Elbert Jefferson in his post. He's now conducting an audit to see how much money Willie Herenton owes... (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 03:08:05 GMT)
Murder Trial Postponed After Defendant Asks For New Lawyer
A murder trial has been postponed after the defendant asked for a new lawyer. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 03:10:25 GMT)
Lowery reacts to city council's decision to not fire the City Attorney
Embattled Memphis City Attorney Elbert Jefferson learned Tuesday he will keep his job. The city council decision comes after he promised to recover some of the taxpayer money he approved for then Mayor Willie Herenton's legal fees. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 03:15:11 GMT)
Barmore attorney skeptical of task force
ROCKFORD — An attorney for a Rockford man who was killed by police in a church day care last month suspects the shooting was a human rights violation and would like the U.S. Department of Justice to get involved. TODAY'S NEWS NAACP pushes for use-of-force standards SPECIAL REPORT Fatal shooting at day care SCHEDULED FOR SATURDAY March planned in support of cops (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 03:16:15 GMT)
Wesley William's Attorney Speaks About Upcoming Murder Trial
One of the most notorious murder trials in this area's history is scheduled to begin September 21st. Wesley Williams is charged with 4-counts of first degree murder in what's become known as the Marianna quad murders. Williams' attorney, Walter Smith, speaks about his strategy heading into next week's trial. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 03:17:36 GMT)
Cy Vance Jr. cruises to victory in Manhattan's District Attorney primary
Cy Vance Jr. won the Democratic primary for Manhattan district attorney Tuesday night, a clear signal voters wanted retiring legend Robert Morgenthau's chosen successor to take his office. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 05:01:08 GMT)
Ernst & Young Falsified Files, Liquidator Lawyer Tells Court
Sept. 16 (Bloomberg) -- Accounting firm Ernst & Young used “false documents” in audit work for Akai Holdings Ltd., Leslie Kosmin, a lawyer for Akai’s liquidators, told a Hong Kong court as a lawsuit trial opened today. Ernst & Young lawyer Mark Hapgood denied anything was done to mislead. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 06:34:49 GMT)
Funeral set for lawyer involved in bike crash
Funeral services are scheduled Thursday for an Indianapolis lawyer who died after he crashed his bicycle in a training ride last week. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 07:39:14 GMT)
Senate confirms new U.S. Attorney for Ariz.
The Senate has confirmed Dennis Burke as the new U.S. attorney for the District of Arizona. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 07:42:03 GMT)
Former Ben Lomond man, Michael McClish, will keep battling conviction, attorney says
SANTA CRUZ -- Michael McClish, a former Ben Lomond man convicted of rape and accused of double murder, will keep fighting his sex crimes conviction, his appellate attorney said Tuesday. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 08:37:51 GMT)
Lawyer for ex-CCID boss sues MACC
(Malaysian Mirror) - A prominent lawyer Rosli Dahlan is suing the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission for RM50 million for alleged defamation, assault and false imprisonment. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 08:38:16 GMT)
Lawyer sues Govt, MACC, cops, newspaper and journos
KUALA LUMPUR: A lawyer defending a senior police officer filed a suit at the High Court Registry against 17 defendants from the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC), the police, Utusan Malaysia and its journalists and the Government of Malaysia. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 08:40:19 GMT)
4 in running as U.S. attorney for state
Four nominations for U.S. attorney for Connecticut, including a lecturer at Yale Law School, have been sent to President Barack Obama by the state’s two U.S. senators. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 08:47:06 GMT)
Lawyer says Astor loved her son and was competent
NEW YORK -- Brooke Astor loved her son Anthony Marshall and was competent to change her will in his favor even if she had "bad days" due to Alzheimer's, a lawyer for Marshall said Tuesday.... (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 09:10:07 GMT)
Attorney is persistent: Desai can’t answer judge
The Nevada State Board of Medical Examiners might think Dr. Dipak Desai is competent to face legal proceedings over his role in last year’s hepatitis C scare, but Desai’s lead attorney, Richard Wright, doesn’t. Wright swears so in the affidavit he filed in U.S. Bankruptcy Court. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 09:16:54 GMT)
Zach Reids mother, Lisa Reid, hires Milwaukee attorney Robin Shellow Neenah youth was convicted of killing father ...
NEENAH A Milwaukee attorney who specializes in juvenile cases is the new legal counsel for Zach Reid, the Neenah youth convicted of killing his father, Brett Reid. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 09:23:28 GMT)
Ernst & Young Falsified Akai Files, Lawyer Says (Update2)
Sept. 16 (Bloomberg) -- Accounting firm Ernst & Young used “false documents” in audit work for Akai Holdings Ltd., a lawyer representing the failed company’s liquidator told a court during a trial in Hong Kong today. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 10:54:10 GMT)
LA attorney found guilty of killing girlfriend
A Los Angeles jury has found a 45-year-old attorney guilty of shooting his girlfriend to death and assaulting his roommate. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 11:03:56 GMT)
LA attorney found guilty of killing girlfriend
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A Los Angeles jury has found a 45-year-old attorney guilty of shooting his girlfriend to death and assaulting his roommate. The Superior Court panel deliberated for about a day before finding 45-year-old David Mahler guilty Tuesday of second-degree murder and assault. Mahler was convicted of shooting Kristin Baldwin during an argument at his Hollywood Hills home in May 2007 ... (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 11:17:49 GMT)
Convictions would boost civil case: lawyer
Thousands of investors across Canada and the United States financially ruined by an alleged Alberta investment scam are now losing their homes and life savings, says a Toronto lawyer spearheading a class-action lawsuit. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 11:32:21 GMT)
Lawyer files RM50m defamation suit against 17 parties
KUALA LUMPUR: A senior lawyer, Rosli Dahlan, has filed a RM50 million defamation suit against 17 parties including senior officers of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Agency (MACC) and the Government over his arrest and being charged for failure to disclose information on his assets. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 12:08:55 GMT)
Myanmar's Aung San Suu Kyi barred from court hearing of her appeal, lawyer says
YANGON, Myanmar - Authorities in military-run Myanmar have barred opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi from attending an upcoming appeal against her recent conviction for breaking the terms of her house arrest, her lawyer said Wednesday. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 13:04:00 GMT)
Wik lawyer takes on rivers battle
THE widow of an Aboriginal elder behind the Wik people's battle for native title rights has turned to the same lawyer who helped them win their case in the High Court 12 years ago to take on the Queensland government over its Wild Rivers legislation. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 14:00:00 GMT)
Apple hires Intel's former top lawyer
Apple Inc. has named Bruce Sewell, the ex-Intel Corp. top lawyer, as its new general counsel as the company seeks to strengthen its legal team in anticipation of problems that might arise from its growing expansion into new market sectors. Sponsored Topics: Apple - Intel Corporation - Lawyer - Intel - Company (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 15:06:15 GMT)
Apple hires Intel's former top lawyer
Apple Inc. has named Bruce Sewell, the ex-Intel Corp. top lawyer, as its new general counsel as the company seeks to strengthen its legal team in anticipation of problems that might arise from its growing expansion into new market sectors. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 15:10:18 GMT)
Lawyer sues MACC, govt for defamation
KUALA LUMPUR: A senior lawyer Rosli Dahlan has filed a RM50 million defamation suit against 17 parties including senior officers of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) and the government over his arrest and being charged for failure to disclose information on his assets. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 15:36:25 GMT)
John Karoly's lawyer contends mistake led to organization not being listed as non-profit
John KarolyIt was confusion that failed to qualify the Urban Wilderness Foundation, held by John P. Karoly Jr., as a non-profit organization with the federal government, Karoly's lawyer argued this morning in court. Robert Goldman argued Karoly, his accountant and... (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 15:57:32 GMT)
Attorney says Clark to cooperate
An attorney for a Yale University lab technician called a "person of interest" in the killing of graduate student Annie Le says his client is willing to work with authorities. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 17:19:33 GMT)
Kan. Senate leader to run for attorney general
Kansas Senate Majority Leader Derek Schmidt says he's running for attorney general in 2010. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 17:41:09 GMT)
Stanford given court-appointed lawyer
Former financier accused of multibillion-dollar fraud gets public defender after judge decides he has insufficient funds to pay for own defence The former billionaire financier Sir Allen Stanford has been given a court-appointed public defender to fight charges of orchestrating a $7bn (£4.2bn) fraud after a US judge ruled he had insufficient funds to pay for his own lawyer. Stanford, best known ... (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 17:41:12 GMT)
Congress approves Bogden to return to job as Nevada U.S. attorney
Hours after Nevada U.S. Attorney Greg Brower announced he will resign his post on Oct. 10, the U.S. Senate confirmed Dan Bogden to take his old job back as Nevada’s chief federal prosecutor. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 17:48:14 GMT)
Dallas Attorney Jeff Rasansky Recognized as One of Texas Top Lawyers
DALLAS – Dallas plaintiffs’ personal injury attorney Jeff Rasansky has earned a spot among state’s top lawyers in the 2009 Texas Super Lawyers list published in Texas Monthly magazine. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 18:07:00 GMT)
Attorney for Denver man in terror probe says feds contacted him
Federal investigators Wednesday contacted the lawyer of a Denver man who appears to be the subject of an FBI terror investigation in Queens, the attorney told Newsday. Denver attorney Arthur Folsom, who is representing Najibullah Zazi, said the local FBI office attempted to return a phone call from the attorney and indicated they wanted to sit down for an interview. "We will be talking to them ... (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 18:20:29 GMT)
Kansas Senate majority leader enters race for attorney general
Senate Majority Leader Derek Schmidt announced Wednesday that he’s running for attorney general next year, dropping a campaign for secretary of state after two months. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 19:51:55 GMT)
N.Y. Attorney General Subpoenas Bank of America Board Members
NEW YORK, Sept. 16 -- New York Attorney General Andrew M. Cuomo on Wednesday subpoenaed five board members of Bank of America as investigators prepare charges against top executives in connection with the bank's purchase of Merrill Lynch, according to a person familiar with the investigation. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 19:53:01 GMT)
Dell To Pay $4 Million To New York Attorney General In Fraud Lawsuit
Dell will pay the New York Attorney General $4 million because it was found to have engaged in frauduent business practices. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 20:21:42 GMT)
AP source: N.Y. attorney general subpoenas 5 Bank of America board members
The New York Attorney General’s office subpoenaed five members of Bank of America Corp.‘s board Wednesday as part of an investigation into its acquisition of troubled investment bank Merrill Lynch & Co., according to a person familiar with the investigation. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 20:23:40 GMT)
New York Attorney General's office subpoenas five Bank of America execs
The New York Attorney General's office subpoenaed five members of Bank of America Corp.'s board of directors Wednesday as part of an investigation into the bank's acquisition of Merrill Lynch & Co., according to a personal familiar with the investigat. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 21:07:08 GMT)
Dixon Adds Lawyer, Receives Requested Subpoenas
A new lawyer joins Mayor Sheila Dixon's defense team as prosecutors hand over documents the mayor had been seeking. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 21:17:54 GMT)
Seek Help From Miami Personal Injury lawyer
When a person is injured due to the negligence by another party, then it is known as personal injury. And in this case you are in need of help from Miami personal injury lawyer. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 22:32:27 GMT)
U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder allows prosecutors to seek death penalty for Autun Lewis in 2005 house fire
APAntun Lewis Prosecutors will push for the death penalty against the man accused of setting the deadliest house fire in Cleveland history. The U.S. attorney general approved seeking the death penalty this week in the case against Antun Lewis. Justice... (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 23:35:24 GMT)
New Lawyer Comes to Save Jon Gosselin's Day
Well, someone had to come to Jon Gosselin's defense. The reality-TV dad's new divorce attorney, Mark Heller, says that he was the one who insisted that Gosselin's ex-lawyer,... (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 23:47:36 GMT)
FISHER & PHILLIPS ATTORNEY NAMED TEXAS "SUPER LAWYER"
Dallas - DALLAS (September 16, 2009) – Fisher & Philips LLP Dallas managing partner Michael V. Abcarian has been named a “2009 Super Lawyer” for Texas by Law & Politics magazine. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 00:23:50 GMT)
Lawyer says Ohio death-row inmate 'traumatized' by failed execution
COLUMBUS, OHIO — The lawyer for an inmate whose execution was halted after an unprecedented two hours said trying to put him to death again in a week could be a disaster. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 00:56:29 GMT)
Christchurch-based lawyer loses unfair dismissal appeal
Christchurch-based lawyer John Hardie has failed in an attempt to appeal an Employment Court decision against him – 10 years after the incident in question. Mr Hardie appeared in the Court of Appeal at Auckland this morning to argue that he did not wrongfully dismiss Dr Martin Round in 1999. read more (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 03:01:27 GMT)
Lawyer files RM50m suit against MACC, government
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 — A senior lawyer, Rosli Dahlan, has filed a RM50 million defamation suit against 17 parties including senior officers of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Agency (MACC) and the government over his arrest and being charged for failure to disclose information on his assets. The suit was filed at the High Court civil registry yesterday. He also named the owner and publisher of ... (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 03:05:47 GMT)
New York attorney general summons Bank of America directors
NEW YORK — The New York Attorney General's office subpoenaed five members of Bank of America Corp.'s board Wednesday as... (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 03:17:58 GMT)
Trusted Md. Lawyer Accused of Plundering Client's Estate
Mary P. Jameson wanted to be certain that her money would be safe for her heirs after she died. So as one of her final acts, she hired a lawyer whose credibility was unquestioned in the town of La Plata: Frank P. Jenkins. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 04:00:00 GMT)
Front-Runner Emerges for U.S. Attorney Job in D.C.
Ronald C. Machen, a former federal prosecutor, has emerged as the leading contender to be the next U.S. attorney in the District, according to sources close to the selection process. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 04:00:00 GMT)
Claim of plan to kill 'nonsense' - lawyer
A lawyer for a man facing a murder charge in Auckland has told a jury there is no evidence his client was a party to an assault on the victim. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 04:01:53 GMT)
Family came first for compassionate Pleasant Hills attorney
Duane A. Dudik of Pleasant Hills, an attorney with the Downtown law firm of Scoratow and Dudik, died of a heart attack Sunday, Sept. 13, 2009, in a Buffalo hospital. He was 60. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 04:03:10 GMT)
Office of city attorney moving
The city attorney's office will move into the City Annex building and all staff attorneys will become full-fledged city employees, officials said. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 04:13:16 GMT)
Attorney general nominees clash over ethics issue
Democratic attorney general nominee Stephen C. Shannon, a delegate from Fairfax County, cited the employment controversy involving a state lawmaker yesterday while pitching his plan to strengthen government accountability. He also dinged his opponent for not calling on the lawmaker to resign. But Republican nominee Ken Cuccinelli, a state senator from Fairfax County, shot back, saying: “This is ... (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 04:14:23 GMT)
Genesee County Prosecutor exploring run for state attorney general
Genesee County Prosecutor David Leyton greeted supporters at a campaign fundraiser at the White Horse Tavern in Flint Wednesday night. There he said he is still considering a run for Michigan attorney general next year. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 04:22:06 GMT)
Defense attorney says victim was hit with baseball bat
A defense attorney for a young man accused of running down another man with his truck gave the jury an alternative scenario to ponder in a closing argument that was bolstered by a last-minute witness. John Mitchell represents Garrett Z. Pauley, 19, of Elkv... (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 04:33:35 GMT)
Lawyer continues battle with council over $2m of illegal tickets
A Wellington lawyer is continuing her battle with Wellington City Council over 11,000 parking infringement notices she says have been issued illegally. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 05:14:39 GMT)
Lawyer not guilty in drug delivery
A Norfolk judge has acquitted a Boston lawyer of charges he sought to deliver heroin to an inmate at MCI-Cedar Junction in Walpole. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 06:17:33 GMT)
Deutsche Bank Lawyer Failed to Stop Spying Plan, Report Shows
Sept. 17 (Bloomberg) -- A former Deutsche Bank AG lawyer failed to stop an operation to monitor a dissident shareholder, according to portions of an internal report on the spying scandal at the company. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 06:54:50 GMT)
Denver cop's lawyer: Tape misleading
A videotape that appears to show a Denver policeman slamming a suspect's face into the pavement is misleading, the officer's lawyer told a jury Wednesday. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 07:19:10 GMT)
Lawyer: Inmate traumatized by execution attempt
The lawyer for an inmate whose execution was halted after two hours said trying to put him to death again in a week could be a disaster. Romell Broom is still recovering from Tuesday's prolonged execution attempt and is traumatized, his attorney, Adele Shank, said Wednesday. Technicians struggled unsuccessfully to find a suitable vein in Broom's arms and legs. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 07:30:58 GMT)
Del. hires expensive attorney for appeal
The state, which already has hired two high-priced Delaware law firms to help defend against a sports betting lawsuit, recently hired a $485-an-hour Philadelphia appeals attorney for its last-ditch bid to offer single-game wagers and bets on sports... (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 07:59:31 GMT)
Stevens Institute: Attorney General seeks monitorship
TRENTON (AP) — Stevens Institute of Technology says New Jersey's attorney general has threatened to appoint a monitor to oversee its finances amid allegations that its trustees mismanaged endowments. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 08:09:48 GMT)
Fired lawyer had rare skill set
Diane LaCalamita, the lawyer suing former employer McCarthy Tétrault LLP for alleged "systemic, gender-based discrimination," was initially praised by the law firm for possessing "a skill set shared by only three other lawyers in Toronto." (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 08:37:14 GMT)
attorney general wants administrator for Burr Oak
I llinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan asked a bankruptcy judge Wednesday to appoint a trustee to oversee Burr Oak Cemetery while its parent company works through Chapter 11 reorganization. She and other state and local authorities want to wrest away control of the scandal-ridden Alsip cemetery that has fallen back into the hands of owners who employed four workers now accused of disturbing ... (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 09:31:58 GMT)
New US attorney for NH to be officially sworn in
He may already be at work on cases, but a public ceremony will be held to officially mark the start of John Kacavas' tenure as the new United States Attorney for New Hampshire. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 10:09:16 GMT)
Attorney: client an 'idiot' but not guilty
The attorney for an ex-teacher accused of sending two pornographic photos to a 16-year-old former student called his client an "idiot" for talking about sex with her but denied he did anything else wrong. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 10:32:14 GMT)
Practicing law without license leads to probation for attorney
HANOVER TWP. - A former Cedar Knolls attorney was sentenced Friday to one year probation, 100 hours of community service and has agreed to disbarment for taking on clients while his law license was suspended. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 11:13:14 GMT)
Lawyer presents star witness in Ruby Rose murder
The lawyer of fishing magnate Lope Jimenez, suspect in the mob-like murder of Ruby Rose Barrameda, said on Thursday that the government's star witness Manuel Montero had the motive to kill her over alleged drug deals that have gone awry. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 11:31:37 GMT)
Attorney general warns offinancial scam complaints
During the past year, complaints about financial scams to the state Attorney General’s Office have more than doubled, and con artists are using a variety of too-good-to-be true offers to draw unwary people into bogus sweepstakes, phony employment schemes, fraudulent Internet auctions and classified ads. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 11:45:09 GMT)
Morgantown lawyer due to be sworn in as judge
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) -- A Morgantown lawyer is due to be sworn in as West Virginias latest circuit judge.The state Supreme Court says former Justice Larry Starcher will swear in Phillip D. Gaujot (GOO-zhoh) on Thursday afternoon in Morgantown.Gov. Joe Ma... (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 12:33:35 GMT)
Student Kaya Eldridge humiliated by lawyer for alleged sex attacker
A British student who claims she was sexually assaulted by a plumber broke down in in court when the accused's lawyer asked if she had had a bath on the day of the alleged incident and whether she drank alcohol or smoked. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 14:16:45 GMT)
Reports: lawyer defends Berlusconi's immunity
The state lawyer's office has urged the Constitutional Court to uphold an immunity law that shields Silvio Berlusconi from prosecution in a corruption case, saying that without it the Italian premier might resign, news reports said Thursday. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 14:18:19 GMT)
Mass. lawyer arraigned in ''bear-hugging' assault
WOBURN - A Massachusetts defense lawyer has pleaded not guilty to assault and battery charges after allegedly bearhugging a female attorney. Robert LeBlanc of Methuen was... (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 16:01:05 GMT)
Mass. lawyer arraigned in 'bear-hugging' assault
A Massachusetts defense lawyer has pleaded not guilty to assault and battery charges after allegedly bearhugging a female attorney. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 17:02:38 GMT)
Attorney: Video refutes Hofstra gang-rape claims
An attorney for one of the men accused of gang-raping a Hofstra University freshman says the video of the sexual encounter refutes allegations that the victim was tied up and forcibly attacked. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 17:08:21 GMT)
Mass. lawyer pleads not guilty to bear-hug assault
A male defense lawyer has pleaded not guilty to assault and battery charges after bear-hugging a female attorney inside the Massachusetts courthouse where both worked. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 17:10:05 GMT)
Judge Dismisses Civil Suit Against Former Attorney General Gonzales
A federal judge this week dismissed civil claims against former attorney general Alberto R. Gonzales, rejecting a lawsuit by job applicants who argue that they were blacklisted from the Justice Department during the Bush era because of their ideology. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 17:25:01 GMT)
Attorney: Video Refutes Hofstra Gang-Rape Claims
Defense attorney says cell phone video vindicates men accused in Hofstra rape case (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 17:29:15 GMT)
Mass. Lawyer Pleads Not Guilty to Bear-Hug Assault
Male lawyer pleads not guilty to assaulting female attorney during bear hug in Mass. court (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 17:29:25 GMT)
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