Attorney News Sep 2009
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Colorado man meets with attorney before more questioning by FBI in terrorism investigation
DENVER - A man identified by law enforcement as having a possible link to al-Qaida met with his attorney Thursday before a second round of questioning by federal agents. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 17:57:10 GMT)
US attorney general gives nod for feds to seek death penalty in Cleveland fire that killed 9
CLEVELAND - U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder is allowing federal prosecutors to seek the death penalty against a Cleveland man accused of setting a fire that killed a woman and eight children. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 18:27:43 GMT)
Need a cheap attorney? Hire yourself
Represent yourself in small claims court, save legal fees Need a little legal help? But can't afford to hire an attorney or don't want to pay for one? Hire yourself and file your own lawsuit in Small Claims Court. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 19:08:09 GMT)
Calif. attorney general starts rating-agency probe
California Attorney General Edmund “Jerry” Brown Jr. launches a probe into the largest ratings agencies to see if they broke state laws by slapping top ratings on toxic mortgage securities. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 19:15:40 GMT)
Roethlisberger's lawyer says Dunlap 'welded together false allegations'
A lawyer for Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger has filed a motion asking the court to sanction the lawyer for the woman who sued Roethlisberger claiming he raped her and Harrahs Lake Tahoe management covered it up. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 19:41:35 GMT)
N.J. Attorney General accuses Stevens Institute officials of mishandling endowment funds
NEWARK -- Attorney General Anne Milgram announced sweeping charges against the Stevens Institute of Technology today, seeking to remove the school's top two leaders for financial impropriety, mishandling endowment funds and excessive compensation. "The university is important to the State... (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 20:12:08 GMT)
Calif. attorney general investigating credit rating agencies' connection to financial meltdown
SAN FRANCISCO - California's attorney general is launching an investigation into Wall Street's big credit rating agencies to determine what role they may have played in the collapse of the financial markets. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 20:21:36 GMT)
Attorney General Andrew Cuomo wants to crack down on 'pay-to-play' with the pension fund
Attorney General Andrew Cuomo Thursday challenged the Legislature to beat the Securities & Exchange Commission to the punch and crack down on "pay-to-play" within the pension fund. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 21:29:40 GMT)
Utah lawyer named to ABA post
Utah lawyer Paul Moxley has been appointed to serve on the American Bar Association's Standing Committee on the Federal... (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 22:25:41 GMT)
Nevada lawyer chosen as agency's general counsel
A Nevada lawyer has been chosen to serve as the general counsel for the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 22:48:43 GMT)
In a first for Mass., Obama nominates Hispanic woman as US attorney
By Globe Staff President Obama has nominated Carmen M. Ortiz, who grew up poor in New York City's Spanish Harlem neighborhood and became a state and then a federal prosecutor in Massachusetts, as the next Massachusetts US attorney. Carmen Ortiz... (Thu, 17 Sep 2009 23:26:19 GMT)
Obama nominates Ortiz for US Attorney for Mass.
President Barack Obama nominated Carmen Ortiz on Thursday to be the next U.S. attorney for Massachusetts. (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 00:17:39 GMT)
U.S. attorney back on the job -- and in middle of terrorism fight
As B. Todd Jones is sworn in today as U.S. attorney for Minnesota, he steps into a post-9/11 job with the Twin Cities at the epicenter of a sweeping counterterrorism investigation. (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 02:39:12 GMT)
Lawyer Thavananthan can practice law again: Court
PUTRAJAYA: Federal Court rules that lawyer B. Thavananthan be restored to the Rolls of Advocates and Solicitors seven years after he was struck off for an offence committed while he was a magistrate previously. (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 03:40:19 GMT)
Roethlisberger lawyers want sanctions against his accuser's lawyer
A lawyer for Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger has filed a motion stating that the lawyer for the Harrah’s Lake Tahoe worker should be sanctioned for filing a suit based on “reckless allegations.” (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 03:45:57 GMT)
Lawyer son of Kanishka bombing suspect misled court, says panel
The lawyer-son of Ripudaman Singh Malik, acquitted in the Air India plane Kanishka Air bombing case, has been found guilty of professional misconduct by the Law Society of British Columbia. (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 04:14:17 GMT)
Cuccinelli wants to shift consumer watchdog into attorney general’s office
Virginia can do a better job protecting consumers by merging its watchdog agency with the attorney general’s office, says the Republican who wants to be the state’s top lawyer. Ken Cuccinelli wants to shift control of the office of consumer affairs from the agriculture department to the attorney general for more efficient handling of consumer complaints. (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 04:14:29 GMT)
Lawyer objects to bear hug
A defense lawyer pleaded not guilty to assault and battery charges over a bear hug. Robert LeBlanc, 64, of Methuen was ordered to refrain from "avoidable and intentional"... (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 04:20:16 GMT)
Attorney: Calif. financier took meds for back pain
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A lawyer who represented a financier that died last weekend while facing charges of fraud says his late client was taking painkillers and any speculation that his death was a suicide is "offensive." Los Angeles attorney David Schindler told the Wall Street Journal on Thursday that a hospital in Newport Beach told Danny Pang 's family that he died of a heart attack. Schindler ... (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 04:30:30 GMT)
Attorney: Calif. Financier Took Meds for Back Pain
Attorney says late Calif. financier took meds for back pain, suicide claims are 'offensive' (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 04:31:30 GMT)
Attorney: Calif. financier took meds for back pain
A lawyer who represented a financier that died last weekend while facing charges of fraud says his late client was taking painkillers and any speculation that his death was a suicide is "offensive." Los Angeles attorney David Schindler told the Wall Street... Sponsored Topics: Los Angeles - Death - Wall Street - Lawyer - United States (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 04:44:59 GMT)
An Attorney General, A Congressman And A Millionaire Jump Into A Race…
The Democratic field is firming up in the race for the late Edward M. Kennedy's Senate seat. On Friday, Congressman Michael Capuano will formally announce his campaign, joining businessman and Celtics co-owner Stephen Pagliuca and Attorney General Martha Coakley. A look at who’s got momentum and money in the early stage of the race. (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 04:57:07 GMT)
Attorney General signs decree to improve Jeff's sewer problems
Indiana Attorney General Greg Zoeller said Thursday that he and the Indiana Department of Environmental Management have signed a consent decree to spur fixes in Jeffersonville's sewer operation. (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 06:02:45 GMT)
Attorney: Man released after 2nd day of FBI questioning in Colorado for terrorism probe
DENVER - A man identified by law enforcement as having a possible link to al-Qaida has ended a second day of questioning in a terrorism probe but has been asked to return for more interviews, his attorney said. (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 06:03:00 GMT)
Grand jury again indicts ex-con who posed as Aspen lawyer
A fake lawyer already serving 51 months in prison was indicted again by a federal grand jury in Denver for pretending to be an attorney during a Colorado murder-for-hire trial. (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 07:20:48 GMT)
Russell changes state attorney general's search
The state attorney general’s search for a new home for its Tacoma office is on hold now that Russell Investments is moving to Seattle. (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 07:33:05 GMT)
Labuan lawyer claims trial to CBT
Labuan: A lawyer was charged in the Sessions Court here Thursday with criminal breach of trust (CBT) amounting to RM61,267.90. The money was to be paid by the lawyer to her client. (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 07:41:00 GMT)
Roethlisberger lawyers want sanctions against his accuser's lawyer
A lawyer for Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger has filed a motion stating that the lawyer for the Harrah's Lake Tahoe worker should be sanctioned for filing a lawsuit based on "reckless allegations." (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 08:41:13 GMT)
City sues lawyer over Younkers deal
The city of Green Bay has filed suit against a lawyer who advised it in 2003 during the citys condemnation proceedings with the old Younkers building. (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 09:11:28 GMT)
Lawyer: Murder suspects attacked by mob
By Brandon Butler [email protected] FITCHBURG -- The lawyer representing one of the men charged with killing two Fitchburg teens earlier this month said the defendants were attacked by a "mob of aggressors" and suggested the (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 11:01:02 GMT)
Financier’s Lawyer Calls Suicide Speculation ‘Offensive’
A lawyer who represented a financier who died last weekend while facing charges of fraud says his late client was taking painkillers and any speculation that his death was a suicide is ''offensive.'' (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 11:16:13 GMT)
’Good’ girl was excused from alleged Atlantic strip-search, lawyer says
One of the five girls in the case of an alleged strip-search at Atlantic High School did not have to take off any of her clothing because the faculty believed she was a “good” girl, too honest to have stolen the missing $100, according to a new lawyer. (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 14:40:31 GMT)
Events: Lawyer and author William Hyland to speak in Palm Harbor
Book Talk Lawyer William Hyland (In Defense of Thomas Jefferson: The Sally Hemings Sex Scandal) will be the speaker at the East Lake Community Library Authors Showcase at 6:30 p.m. Monday at the library, 4125 East Lake Road, Palm Harbor. (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 14:58:10 GMT)
OJ co-defendant lawyer opposing DA time extension
A lawyer for convicted O.J. Simpson co-defendant Clarence "C.J." Stewart is opposing the Clark County district attorney's request for a 30-day extension to answer Stewart's appeal to the Nevada Supreme Court. (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 17:18:31 GMT)
Schuette to run for attorney general
Former Michigan Court of Appeals Judge Bill Schuette on Monday will formally announce his candidacy for attorney general in 2010. (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 17:37:20 GMT)
Roethlisberger lawyers want sanctions against his accuser's lawyer
A lawyer for Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger has filed a motion stating that the lawyer for the Harrah's Lake Tahoe worker should be sanctioned for filing a lawsuit based on "reckless allegations." (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 17:40:56 GMT)
Lawyer for O.J. Simpson co-defendant opposes extra time for prosecutor to resppond
LAS VEGAS (AP) — A lawyer for convicted O.J. Simpson co-defendant Clarence “C.J.” Stewart says the Clark County district attorney doesn’t deserve a 30-day extension to answer Stewart’s appeal. (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 17:41:26 GMT)
Ex-chief judge to lead probe of McHenry Co. state's attorney
Henry Tonigan III, the former chief judge for Lake and McHenry counties, will lead the investigation into allegations of potential criminal wrongdoing by McHenry County State's Attorney Louis Bianchi. (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 17:42:39 GMT)
Jones sworn in as US attorney for Minnesota
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- B. Todd Jones is being sworn in as the next U.S. attorney for Minnesota on Friday, in a ceremony that will include Attorney General Eric Holder. Jones has spent the past few weeks (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 17:47:47 GMT)
Alabama attorney general to seek capital charge in Australian death
MONTGOMERY, Ala. -- Alabama Attorney General Troy King says he will seek a capital murder indictment against a Birmingham-area man who pleaded guilty to manslaughter in the death of his wife during their honeymoon in Australia. (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 18:22:50 GMT)
S.C. Lawyer Accused Of Trying To Have Lawyer Killed
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. -- A South Carolina attorney has been charged with trying to hire someone to kill another lawyer. The Sun News of Myrtle Beach reported that 58-year-old Conway attorney Irby Walker was charged Thursday with trying to hire someone to kill Doug Thornton. (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 18:30:19 GMT)
Schuette to run for attorney general
Former Michigan Court of Appeals Judge Bill Schuette on Monday will formally announce his candidacy for attorney general in 2010. Schuette will hold a news conferences in his hometown of Midland, then in Southfield and Lansing. Our state needs an attorney general who will put safety first and do what it takes to protect Michigan families, Schuette said in a prepared statement. I will and thats ... (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 18:39:31 GMT)
Obama nominates state senator for Dublin-area U.S. attorney
An Augusta area state senator has been nominated to take over the U.S. attorney’s office in Georgia’s Southern District, which includes Laurens County. (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 18:57:54 GMT)
Ex-Vero council member Larkin liable for $85,644 in attorney's fees from libel suit
VERO BEACH — Former Vero Beach City Council member Lynn Larkin is liable for $85,644 in attorney’s fees following the courts’ dismissal of her campaign-related libel lawsuit against local optometrist Kris Smith. (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 19:08:23 GMT)
OJ co-defendant lawyer opposing DA time extension
LAS VEGAS -- A lawyer for convicted O.J. Simpson co-defendant Clarence "C.J." Stewart is opposing the Clark County district attorney's request for a 30-day extension to answer Stewart's... (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 19:34:23 GMT)
Grand jury indicts duo in Bartlett lawyer's murder
A down-on-his luck client of a retired lawyer was formally indicted on charges he suffocated the elderly man while burglarizing his home near Bartlett. (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 20:21:15 GMT)
Jones sworn in as US attorney for Minnesota
MINNEAPOLIS - B. Todd Jones is being sworn in as the next U.S. attorney for Minnesota on Friday, in a ceremony that will include Attorney General Eric Holder. (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 20:25:59 GMT)
Lawyer: Cortlandt man's ‘bombs' were devices to smoke out animals plus a fireworks store item
YONKERS - The 'bombs' that a Cortlandt man is accused of having were actually devices to smoke out animals and a 15-year-old item bought at a fireworks store, the man's lawyer said in court today. (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 20:34:57 GMT)
Immigration attorney pleads guilty to conspiracy
Associated Press - September 18, 2009 6:35 PM ET NORFOLK, Va. (AP) - A Chicago immigration attorney has pleaded guilty to helping a Virginia Beach man make millions by bringing illegal... (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 22:47:48 GMT)
Attorney known for successful defense of wrongfully convicted takes B-N murder case
BLOOMINGTON - A Chicago attorney known for her successful defense of wrongfully convicted defendants has agreed to assist Donald Whalen in his efforts to reverse his 1991 conviction in the murder of his father. (Fri, 18 Sep 2009 23:22:38 GMT)
Walsh's lawyer presents wife's killing as an accident
Questioning the detective who said he took down William Walsh 's confession to killing his wife, Walsh's lawyer Friday may have given his first indication of the defense: the killing occurred, but it was an accident. "Isn't it true he told you at least six times during the interview that he never meant to kill his wife?" lawyer William Petrillo of Rockville Centre asked Nassau Homicide Det ... (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 00:12:56 GMT)
State's attorney's procedures for moving prisoners under fire
Cook County State's Attorney Anita Alvarez Friday promised a full review of how Robert Maday overpowered two armed investigators and escaped on an alleged carjacking and robbery spree, even as questions swirl about her office's policies for transporting dangerous prisoners. (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 01:22:04 GMT)
Jones Sworn in as US Attorney for Minnesota
National security issues will be a top priority while federal prosecutors in Minnesota continue to take on economic and violent offenders, B. Todd Jones said Friday as he was publicly sworn in as the next U.S. attorney for Minnesota... (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 01:34:00 GMT)
Lawyer's Bid to Foreclose on Girlfriend's Condo Rejected
The New York Court of Appeals on Thursday affirmed a lower court's holding that a lawyer should not be allowed to foreclose on a condo he said he bought for his girlfriend before she discovered he was married to another woman. The court noted the "highly unusual circumstances of this case" and the outstanding questions over whether the $285,300 used to buy the condo was a loan or a gift. (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 02:01:31 GMT)
R. Allen Stanford Gets Another Lawyer
R. Allen Stanford, the Houston financier who faces federal criminal charges related to an alleged conspiracy to defraud investors, has another new lawyer, Houston criminal defense attorney Kent A. Schaffer. U.S. District Judge David Hittner of the Southern District of Texas had appointed the federal public defender's office to defend Stanford, but on Thursday, noting the "extremely difficult ... (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 02:02:01 GMT)
After Lawyer Curses Adversary During Deposition, Judge Orders Attorneys to Dinner Summit
A lawyer who resorted to cursing and name-calling during a deposition has been hit with a creative sanction by a federal judge. Instead of imposing any monetary punishment, federal Judge Gene E.K. Pratter ruled that attorney Lewis P. Hannah must take a CLE class on "civility and professionalism" and also sit down for a meal with his opponent. Pratter said she was inspired by a quote from ... (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 02:02:31 GMT)
Lawyer: Cortlandt man's ‘bombs' were devices to smoke out animals plus a fireworks store item
YONKERS - The 'bombs' that a Cortlandt man is accused of having were actually devices to smoke out animals and a 15-year-old item bought at a fireworks store, the man's lawyer said in court today. (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 02:35:55 GMT)
Attorney sentenced for tax evasion
PHILADELPHIA — West Chester businessman and attorney Wayne D. Bozeman, 61, was sentenced Thursday to 22 months in prison for conspiring with convicted Norristown lawyer Bernard J. Bagdis to commit a tax evasion scheme in which Bozeman hid more than $800,000 in income from the Internal Revenue Service. (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 03:07:05 GMT)
Attorney General files criminal charges against Pam Ott, former healthcare district CEO
Attorney General Edmund G. Brown Jr. announced that former Kern Valley Hospital administrator Pamela Ott was charged on eight felony counts of elder abuse today, Sept. 8. The complaint charges Ott allowed staff to forcibly administer psychotropic medications to patients for their own convenience, rather than for their patients' therapeutic interests. These actions are alleged to have resulted in ... (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 03:09:33 GMT)
Lawyer for O.J. Simpson co-defendant opposes extra time for prosecutor to respond
LAS VEGAS (AP) — A lawyer for convicted O.J. Simpson co-defendant Clarence “C.J.” Stewart is opposing the Clark County district attorney’s request for a 30-day extension to answer Stewart’s appeal to the Nevada Supreme Court. (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 03:31:32 GMT)
Terror Plot Suspect's Lawyer: No Plea Deal in the Works
Denver man's lawyer denies earlier reports in exclusive exchange with ABC News. (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 03:41:16 GMT)
State's attorney seeks to upgrade prisoner transport fleet
After a manhunt for a fugitive who escaped from two Cook County state's attorney's office investigators , officials said Friday they want to acquire more cars with a cage separating the back from the front seat. Robert Maday fled from a car that wasn't equipped with such a separator. Both escorts, contrary to office policy, were in the front. Only one cage car is assigned to the unit, which ... (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 03:45:01 GMT)
Simple reprimand ample for hockey assault, lawyer argues
Fighting is part of hockey, and an 18-year-old found guilty Friday of assault with a weapon after cross-checking an opponent in the face during a junior game shouldn’t be vilified for doing what he thought was his job, the convicted player’s lawyer contends. (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 03:59:12 GMT)
Tarver nominated for U.S. Attorney post
A state senator has been nominated to take over the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Georgia’s Southern District, which includes Laurens County. (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 04:03:28 GMT)
New U.S. Attorney for Minnesota Sworn In
Minnesota's new U.S. Attorney is sworn in.B. Todd Jones previously hel read more (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 04:20:07 GMT)
Lawyer: Cortlandt man's ‘bombs' were devices to smoke out animals plus a fireworks store item
YONKERS - The 'bombs' that a Cortlandt man is accused of having were actually devices to smoke out animals and a 15-year-old item bought at a fireworks store, the man's lawyer said in court today. (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 06:52:51 GMT)
Local news in brief: Schuette to join attorney general race
Statewide Former Michigan Appeals Judge Bill Schuette is to formally announce on Monday his candidacy for attorney general in 2010. He plans news conferences in his hometown of Midland, then in Southfield and Lansing. (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 07:20:47 GMT)
Attorney rescinds agreement that would allow road repairs in Rose Mount Estates
A stipulation agreement that would have allowed Old Forge to make emergency temporary repairs to deteriorated streets in Rose Mount Estates has been withdrawn. Borough solicitor William J. Rinaldi said he received a letter Thursday from attorney Frank Mc (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 08:29:50 GMT)
Fallon janitor's lawyer disputes sex offender allegation
The lawyer for a veteran Fallon elementary school janitor charged with being a sex offender who did not register his address is disputing the allegation. (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 08:43:22 GMT)
Katherine Jackson's attorney says judge's ruling clears way for deal on estate administrators
LOS ANGELES - Katherine Jackson's attorney says a judge's ruling that she can challenge the administrators of her son's estate could result in a deal that will determine control of the singer's gargantuan assets. (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 09:12:00 GMT)
Atlantic search excluded ’good girl,’ lawyer says
One of the five females in the case of an alleged strip-search at Atlantic High School did not have to take off any of her clothing because the faculty believed she was a "good girl," too honest to have stolen the missing $100, according to a new lawyer involved in the case. (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 09:13:12 GMT)
Local attorney's tale to be told in reel life
Susan Frick Carlman: Actress Jessica Biel has been chosen to play attorney Kathleen Zellner, who practiced in Naperville for 17 years before relocating her office to Oak Brook. Titled "Privileged Information," the movie will tell the story of Zellner's experiences in the early 1990s after she was appointed to represent the ruthless serial killer Larry Eyler in his post-conviction procedures. (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 09:30:12 GMT)
Attorney sentenced for tax evasion
PHILADELPHIA — West Chester businessman and attorney Wayne D. Bozeman, 61, was sentenced Thursday to 22 months in prison for conspiring with convicted Norristown lawyer Bernard J. Bagdis to commit a tax evasion scheme in which Bozeman hid more than $800,000 in income from the Internal Revenue Service. (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 10:22:05 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. (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 10:45:09 GMT)
Former attorney sentenced to 4 years probation
Fighting to the bitter end, disbarred attorney Mike Varallo was again sentenced to four years probation on a four-year-old felony theft case he insists has been prejudiced all along. (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 11:09:47 GMT)
Cases filed against Saeed are very weak: JuD chief's lawyer
Pakistan may have filed two anti-terrorism cases Jamad-ud-Dawa chief Hafiz Saeed, the alleged mastermind behind the Mumbai terror attacks, but his lawyer has disclosed that the case filed against his client are "very weak". (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 11:29:16 GMT)
Texas FLDS raid: Defense attorney alleges search too broad, evidence tainted
Texas authorities used a hoax call about abuse at a polygamous sect's Texas ranch as a pretext for an "unlimited, general search" in April 2008 -- a search law officers "had wanted for years to conduct," an attorney contends in a new court filing. (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 11:34:03 GMT)
Anoka-Hennepin student's lawyer demands teachers' firings; teachers deny harassment
The lawyer representing a former Anoka-Hennepin school district student demanded today that school officials fire two teachers accused of sexually harassing the student. (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 11:54:51 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. (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 11:55:01 GMT)
Capt. Connie Rhodes says she never OK'd appeal, plans to file complaint against attorney Orly Taitz
Army Capt. Connie Rhodes, who filed a complaint Sept. 4 in U.S. District Court that sought to stop her deployment to Iraq by arguing that President Barack Obama can’t legitimately hold office, says in a Friday letter that she never authorized her attorney to appeal a Wednesday ruling against her. (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 14:46:57 GMT)
Anoka-Hennepin student's lawyer demands teachers' firings; teachers deny harassment
The lawyer representing a former Anoka-Hennepin school district student demanded today that school officials fire two teachers accused of sexually harassing the student. (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 15:22:19 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. (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 15:22:29 GMT)
SC suspends Cebu lawyer for ‘deceitful conduct’
THE Supreme Court (SC) has ordered the year-long suspension of a lawyer in Cebu City. read more (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 16:17:45 GMT)
Lawyer murdered by robbers in Ghaziabad
A lawyer was murdered and his daughter beaten up in their home by six armed men early Saturday when he refused to hand over some official papers to them, police said. (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 16:46:26 GMT)
Lawyer murdered by robbers in Ghaziabad
Ghaziabad, Sep 19 : A lawyer was murdered and his daughter beaten up in their home by six armed men early Saturday when he refused to hand over some official papers to them, police said. (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 16:59:13 GMT)
State files complaint against Lincoln attorney
A complaint has been filed against a Lincoln attorney by state regulators, who say he prepared a will for a client that gave the attorney’s wife a substantial bequest. The accusation against Andrew Warren Peters will go to a hearing board of the state Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission. (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 17:37:56 GMT)
Fallon janitor's lawyer disputes sex offender allegation
The lawyer for a veteran Fallon elementary school janitor charged with being a sex offender who did not register his address is disputing the allegation. (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 17:43:51 GMT)
Attorney General files criminal charges against Pam Ott, former healthcare district CEO
Attorney General Edmund G. Brown Jr. announced that former Kern Valley Hospital administrator Pamela Ott was charged on eight felony counts of elder abuse today, Sept. 8. The complaint charges Ott allowed staff to forcibly administer psychotropic medications to patients for their own convenience, rather than for their patients' therapeutic interests. These actions are alleged to have resulted in ... (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 18:54:33 GMT)
Lawyer: Cortlandt man's ‘bombs' were devices to smoke out animals plus a fireworks store item
YONKERS - The 'bombs' that a Cortlandt man is accused of having were actually devices to smoke out animals and a 15-year-old item bought at a fireworks store, the man's lawyer said in court today. (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 19:08:31 GMT)
Lawyer: Cortlandt man's ‘bombs' were devices to smoke out animals plus a fireworks store item
YONKERS - The 'bombs' that a Cortlandt man is accused of having were actually devices to smoke out animals and a 15-year-old item bought at a fireworks store, the man's lawyer said in court today. (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 19:08:31 GMT)
Lawyer: Cortlandt man's ‘bombs' were devices to smoke out animals plus a fireworks store item
YONKERS - The 'bombs' that a Cortlandt man is accused of having were actually devices to smoke out animals and a 15-year-old item bought at a fireworks store, the man's lawyer said in court today. (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 19:08:31 GMT)
Lawyer: Cortlandt man's ‘bombs' were devices to smoke out animals plus a fireworks store item
YONKERS - The 'bombs' that a Cortlandt man is accused of having were actually devices to smoke out animals and a 15-year-old item bought at a fireworks store, the man's lawyer said in court today. (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 19:08:31 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. (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 19:19:57 GMT)
Man in terror probe meets with attorney, not FBI
A man under investigation in a terrorism probe in New York and Colorado didn't report for a fourth day of FBI questioning Saturday so he could spend a much-needed day with his attorney, the attorney's spokeswoman said. (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 19:49:29 GMT)
Man In Terror Probe Meets With Attorney, Not FBI
A man under investigation in a terrorism probe in New York and Colorado didn't report for a fourth day of FBI questioning Saturday so he could spend a much-needed day with his attorney, the attorney's spokeswoman said. Najibullah Zazi had been scheduled to go to the Federal Building in Denver on Saturday. But Wendy Aiello, a spokeswoman for Zazi's defense team, told The Associated Press that ... (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 19:49:45 GMT)
Man in terror probe meets with attorney, not FBI
DENVER (AP) — A man under investigation in a terrorism probe in New York and Colorado didn't report for a fourth day of FBI questioning Saturday so he could spend a much-needed day with his attorney, the attorney's spokeswoman said. Najibullah Zazi had been scheduled to go to the Federal Building in Denver on Saturday. But Wendy Aiello, a spokeswoman for Zazi's defense team, told The Associated ... (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 19:54:25 GMT)
Former attorney sentenced to 4 years probation
Fighting to the bitter end, disbarred attorney Mike Varallo was again sentenced to four years probation on a four-year-old felony theft case he insists has been prejudiced all along. (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 20:02:31 GMT)
Man in terror probe meets with attorney, not FBI
A man under investigation in a terrorism probe in New York and Colorado didn't report for a fourth day of FBI questioning Saturday so he could spend a much-needed day with his attorney, the attorney's spokeswoman said. (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 23:10:18 GMT)
New legal papers to be released soon, says Megrahi lawyer
The lawyer acting for the Lockerbie bomber Abdelbaset Ali al-Megrahi yesterday defended his client's decision to publish hundreds of legal documents relating to his abandoned appeal. (Sat, 19 Sep 2009 23:40:59 GMT)
Anoka-Hennepin student's lawyer demands teachers' firings; teachers deny harassment
The lawyer representing a former Anoka-Hennepin school district student demanded today that school officials fire two teachers accused of sexually harassing the student. (Sun, 20 Sep 2009 00:30:36 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. (Sun, 20 Sep 2009 00:30:46 GMT)
Raymond Clark's attorney says cops leaked too many details to media
An attorney for Annie Le slaying suspect Raymond Clark III will file a formal complaint about law enforcement leaks to the news media, the attorney said Saturday. Public defender Joseph Lopez, who said his office will file the complaint with the state attorney's office, said the leaks raise "serious concerns" and are a "very serious and disturbing situation." Media organizations, including ... (Sun, 20 Sep 2009 01:43:03 GMT)
Man in terror probe meets with attorney, not FBI
DENVER — A man under investigation in a terrorism probe in New York and Colorado didn’t report for a fourth day of FBI questioning today so he could spend a much-needed day with his attorney, the attorney’s spokeswoman said. ... (Sun, 20 Sep 2009 01:55:07 GMT)
Yale suspect's attorney complains about news leaks
An attorney for the Connecticut man accused of killing a Yale University graduate student says he'll file a complaint over information about the case leaked by anonymous law enforcement officials to the news media. (Sun, 20 Sep 2009 03:16:20 GMT)
Boulder city attorney retiring after two years in top job
Boulder City Attorney Jerry Gordon on Wednesday announced Wednesday that he will retire in January, after less than two years as the city’s top legal adviser. (Sun, 20 Sep 2009 03:46:15 GMT)
Hidalgo County District Attorney Race
Hidalgo County District Attorney, Rene Guerra, has some competition for next year’s election. (Sun, 20 Sep 2009 04:02:15 GMT)
Police: Attorney tried to hire killer
MYRTLE BEACH -- A South Carolina attorney has been charged with trying to hire someone to kill another lawyer. (Sun, 20 Sep 2009 04:14:57 GMT)
Attorney to review contracts
Upon the recommendation of several City Council members, the city attorney's office will review contracts that consultants download and fill out. (Sun, 20 Sep 2009 04:15:27 GMT)
Attorney general sick of incompetent lawyers; may fine them
Judges may be able to fine lawyers who waste court time, Attorney General Chris Finlayson says (Sun, 20 Sep 2009 04:30:43 GMT)
Anoka-Hennepin student's lawyer demands teachers' firings; teachers deny harassment
The lawyer representing a former Anoka-Hennepin school district student demanded today that school officials fire two teachers accused of sexually harassing the student. (Sun, 20 Sep 2009 05:05:02 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. (Sun, 20 Sep 2009 05:05:12 GMT)
Attorney: Ruling clears way for Michael Jackson estate deal
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Katherine Jackson's attorney says a judge's ruling that she can challenge the administrators of her son's estate could result in a deal that will determine control of the singer's gargantuan assets. (Sun, 20 Sep 2009 06:52:27 GMT)
PA’s longtime attorney Sokolow to leave
Longtime Port Arthur city attorney, Make Sokolow, has announced he is resigning his post. Sokolow will take a position as in-house attorney with the city of Georgetown near Austin. He is set to begin work in Georgetown on Oct. 19. (Sun, 20 Sep 2009 09:03:29 GMT)
Obama's lawyer dominates Democratic money machine
In the heat of the 2008 Democratic primary campaign, when members of candidate Barack Obama's staff began to fret about the potential for illegal attempts to intimidate voters on Election Day in Nevada, the campaign's general counsel calmly told everyone on a staff conference call to settle down. Don't worry, lawyer Robert Bauer is said to have counseled. If necessary, the campaign will simply ... (Sun, 20 Sep 2009 09:19:18 GMT)
District Attorney gets funding to fight IDtheft
The Yolo County District Attorney's Office will receive $21,422 in funding from the California Attorney General's Office to fund investigation and prosecution of cases involving computers, such as identity theft or media piracy. (Sun, 20 Sep 2009 09:30:35 GMT)
Lawyer suspended for false lot claim
A CEBUANO lawyer received a one-year suspension from the Supreme Court on charges of “deceitful conduct” for falsifying documents in relation to a lot dispute in barangay Quiot Pardo, Cebu City. (Sun, 20 Sep 2009 09:31:17 GMT)
Home of Attorney General's illegal worker's raided
UK Border Agency staff have reportedly raided the home of the illegal migrant employed by the Attorney General, Baroness Scotland. (Sun, 20 Sep 2009 09:51:24 GMT)
Suspect in vet's beating gets new lawyer
An Ohio man charged in connection to the beating and torture of a World War II veteran in a robbery at his Genoa Township home got a new lawyer Friday. (Sun, 20 Sep 2009 10:11:59 GMT)
Fresh pressure on Attorney General
Under-pressure Attorney General, Baroness Scotland, refutes claims she wrongly received £170,000 in Parliamentary allowances, while UK border agency staff raid the home of the illegal migrant she employed. (Sun, 20 Sep 2009 11:11:16 GMT)
Texas FLDS raid: Defense attorney alleges search too broad, evidence tainted
Texas authorities used a hoax call about abuse at a polygamous sect's Texas ranch as a pretext for an "unlimited, general search" in April 2008 -- a search law officers "had wanted for years to conduct," an attorney contends in a new court filing. (Sun, 20 Sep 2009 12:04:36 GMT)
As lawyer, District Judge Manuel Barraza defended 'Night Stalker'
EL PASO -- District Judge Manuel Barraza first gained notoriety as a young lawyer when he was hired to defend the "Night Stalker," Richard Ramirez, who terrified California residents. (Sun, 20 Sep 2009 12:16:39 GMT)
Mancao lawyer dares Lacson: Let's take lie-detector tests!
MANILA - A lawyer on Sunday dared Sen. Panfilo Lacson to take lie-detector tests with him over statements made by the senator in connection with the ongoing probe on the killings of publicist Salvador “Bubby” Dacer and his driver Emmanuel Corbito back in November 2000. (Sun, 20 Sep 2009 13:15:35 GMT)
Yale suspect's attorney complains about news leaks
An attorney for the Connecticut man accused of killing a Yale University graduate student says he'll file a complaint over information about the case leaked by anonymous law enforcement officials... (Sun, 20 Sep 2009 13:20:32 GMT)
Attorney Beats DWI Charge
Friday, September 18, 2009 11:09 PM CDT Despite a confession and blood-alcohol content test that registered above the legal limit, the misdemeanor driving while intoxicated conviction of a Fort Smith attorney was dismissed Friday. (Sun, 20 Sep 2009 15:16:34 GMT)
Attorney general advises residents to beware of scams
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. (Sun, 20 Sep 2009 17:27:23 GMT)
Anoka-Hennepin student's lawyer demands teachers' firings; teachers deny harassment
The lawyer representing a former Anoka-Hennepin school district student demanded today that school officials fire two teachers accused of sexually harassing the student. (Sun, 20 Sep 2009 18:16:18 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. (Sun, 20 Sep 2009 18:16:29 GMT)
As lawyer, District Judge Manuel Barraza defended 'Night Stalker'
EL PASO -- District Judge Manuel Barraza first gained notoriety as a young lawyer when he was hired to defend the "Night Stalker," Richard Ramirez, who terrified California residents. (Sun, 20 Sep 2009 18:22:57 GMT)
Downing Street backs attorney general who hired and fired illegal Tongan maid
No 10 says its ministerial legal advisor 'acted in good faith' in hiring woman who had outstayed her student visa Downing Street today expressed "full confidence" in Lady Scotland, the attorney general, after it emerged that she had employed a housekeeper who was not entitled to work in the UK. The prime minister's spokesman said that Scotland had hired the woman "in good faith" and that she had ... (Sun, 20 Sep 2009 19:12:10 GMT)
Attorney: Ruling clears way for Michael Jackson estate deal
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Katherine Jackson's attorney says a judge's ruling that she can challenge the administrators of her son's estate could result in a deal that will determine control of the singer's gargantuan assets. (Sun, 20 Sep 2009 20:37:46 GMT)
Attorney General 'faces sack' in mini reshuffle: As her illegal housekeeper's flat is raided, will Brown wield the axe?
Attorney General 'faces sack' in mini reshuffle: As her illegal housekeeper's flat is raided, will Brown wield the axe? (Sun, 20 Sep 2009 21:40:55 GMT)
Attorney: Ruling clears way for Michael Jackson estate deal
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Katherine Jackson's attorney says a judge's ruling that she can challenge the administrators of her son's estate could result in a deal that will determine control of the singer's gargantuan assets. (Sun, 20 Sep 2009 21:49:42 GMT)
Belo files libel complaint vs lawyer
The Belo Medical Group Inc. (BMGI) has filed a libel complaint against a lawyer for allegedly making defamatory statements against the company and its medical director, Dr. Vicki Belo, through Facebook, an online social networking site. (Sun, 20 Sep 2009 22:28:55 GMT)
PM defends Attorney General's right to criticise lawyers
Prime Minister John Key has defended Attorney General Chris Finlayson's right to criticise New Zealand's criminal lawyers (Sun, 20 Sep 2009 22:42:00 GMT)
Lawyer: 2 more Uighur detainees at Guantanamo agree to move to Palau
KOROR, PALAU — Two more Chinese Muslim detainees held at Guantanamo Bay have agreed to be relocated to the tiny Pacific nation of Palau, their lawyer said Saturday, bringing to six the total who will resettle. (Sun, 20 Sep 2009 23:41:07 GMT)
Lawyer for Arrested Imam Calls Him a Good Citizen Who Tried to Aid Investigators
Court papers reveal conversations between Ahmad Wais Afzali and a terrorism suspect that officials charged the imam lied about. (Mon, 21 Sep 2009 01:53:20 GMT)
As lawyer, District Judge Manuel Barraza defended 'Night Stalker'
EL PASO -- District Judge Manuel Barraza first gained notoriety as a young lawyer when he was hired to defend the "Night Stalker," Richard Ramirez, who terrified California residents. (Mon, 21 Sep 2009 01:58:03 GMT)
A Standoff Over Attorney-Client Privilege
Bank of America is being told by a House Democrat that it cannot use the privilege to keep some conversations secret. (Mon, 21 Sep 2009 02:47:49 GMT)
Former Attorney General comes to TU
J. Joseph Curran Jr. first to receive distinguished scholar title for 09-10 Maryland’s longest-serving attorney general, J. Joseph Curran Jr., has been named Towson’s first distinguished scholar for the 2009-2010 academic year. (Mon, 21 Sep 2009 02:55:32 GMT)
County attorney hoping to acquire funds to purchase new police tool
County attorney John Fleming has his eye out for a new device that can aid police in determining if a motorist is driving under the influence. (Mon, 21 Sep 2009 04:10:26 GMT)
State bar suspends Lynchburg attorney for a year and a half
A Lynchburg attorney has been suspended for a year and a half by the Virginia State Bar after failing to meet the terms of a monthlong suspension last fall. Peter Sackett’s suspension comes after disciplinary actions by the state bar starting in 2007. When his license was suspended for a month in October 2008, Sackett was required to provide notice of the suspension. One of his clients in a ... (Mon, 21 Sep 2009 04:14:49 GMT)
Attorney planning insanity defense for therapist stabbing suspect
SALEM, Mass. — The attorney for a North Andover teen who allegedly stabbed his therapist to death during a home visit in February 2008 is preparing an insanity defense. Attorney James Krasnoo has hired an expert to evaluate 19-year-old Thomas Belanger and review his lengthy medical records to show he was insane when he pulled a knife on Diruhi Mattian, and therefore not criminally responsible. (Mon, 21 Sep 2009 04:52:12 GMT)
Santa Ynez attorney sentenced for embezzlement
A restitution hearing will be held in November for Santa Ynez Valley attorney Edward Duff Hume after he pleaded no contest to felony embezzlement and theft, according to Steve Wagstaffe, chief deputy district attorney in San Mateo County. (Mon, 21 Sep 2009 05:13:13 GMT)
Texas FLDS raid: Defense attorney alleges search too broad, evidence tainted
Texas authorities used a hoax call about abuse at a polygamous sect's Texas ranch as a pretext for an "unlimited, general search" in April 2008 -- a search law officers "had wanted for years to conduct," an attorney contends in a new court filing. (Mon, 21 Sep 2009 05:35:35 GMT)
Attorney General files criminal charges against Pam Ott, former healthcare district CEO
Attorney General Edmund G. Brown Jr. announced that former Kern Valley Hospital administrator Pamela Ott was charged on eight felony counts of elder abuse today, Sept. 8. The complaint charges Ott allowed staff to forcibly administer psychotropic medications to patients for their own convenience, rather than for their patients' therapeutic interests. These actions are alleged to have resulted in ... (Mon, 21 Sep 2009 05:39:33 GMT)
Utah lawyer picked for bar committee
Utah lawyer picked for bar committee (Mon, 21 Sep 2009 05:40:51 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. (Mon, 21 Sep 2009 06:34:19 GMT)
After Lawyer Curses Adversary During Deposition, Judge Orders Attorneys to Dinner Summit
A lawyer who resorted to cursing and name-calling during a deposition has been hit with a creative sanction by a federal judge. Instead of imposing any monetary punishment, federal Judge Gene E.K. (Mon, 21 Sep 2009 07:02:13 GMT)
Former Denver lawyer dies in Idaho bike wreck
Former Denver lawyer Donald Masters, missing since Aug. 31, was found dead from a motorcycle crash off an eastern Idaho highway Sunday morning. (Mon, 21 Sep 2009 07:21:31 GMT)
Schuette announces run for Mich. attorney general
LANSING, Mich. (AP) - Former Michigan congressman Bill Schuette (SHOOT'-ee) is officially jumping into the 2010 state attorney general's race. The Republican is announcing his candidacy Monday at stops in Midland, Southfield, Lansing and Grand Rapids. (Mon, 21 Sep 2009 08:29:00 GMT)
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