Attorney News Nov 2009
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Attorney General King remembers father, former governor
Former Governor Bruce King will be laid to rest Saturday morning in Stanley, and his son, Gary, New Mexico's attorney general, shared memories of his dad's long life and political career on Thursday. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:58:13 GMT)
Attorney: Send Bustamante To Mental Hospital
The attorney for accused killer Alyssa Bustamante is seeking to have her placed in a mental hospital while she faces charges. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:20:06 GMT)
Iowa arrrest of Twin Cities lawyer may mean return to jail
Prosecutors are asking that suspended Twin Cities lawyer, arrested in Iowa this week, be returned to jail until trial. He may be in court today. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:47:05 GMT)
UN tribunal picks London lawyer for Karadzic
THE HAGUE - The UN war crimes tribunal on Thursday appointed a London lawyer to represent Radovan Karadzic during his genocide trial, a legal adviser to the Bosnian Serb wartime leader said. Read more... (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 03:05:21 GMT)
Former city attorney could face 20 years in prison
A former city attorney accused of sexually assaulting a woman last month in a Holland District Court bathroom could face up to 20 years in prison. Carl Gabrielse, 30, was arraigned on charges of third-degree criminal sexual conduct, a 15-year felony, and misconduct in office, a five-year felony, in Grand Haven District Court on Thursday. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 03:59:02 GMT)
Cemetery sex predator not a lost cause: lawyer
An internet user who lured young girls to a cemetery for sexual acts and wrote of wanting to turn Sydney into "a big underage gang bang" was not a lost cause, says his lawyer. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 04:01:04 GMT)
Chinese Attorney Arrested Upon Return to China
Human rights attorney Jiang Tianyong is arrested after returning to China from his U.S. tour. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 04:06:01 GMT)
Lawyer in Ponzi probe surrenders license
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Nov. 19 (UPI) -- A Fort Lauderdale, Fla., lawyer suspected of a large Ponzi scheme has voluntarily given up his license to practice law in the state, the bar association said. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 04:08:50 GMT)
Crash victim's lawyer: If cops weren't drag racing, what the hell were they doing?
MILFORD -- The lawyer for one of the two Orange teens killed when their car was broadsided by a Milford police cruiser in June charged Thursday that unless the department reforms its training and (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:07:42 GMT)
U.S. Attorney Nominee Denies Violating Federal Law
In a letter obtained by the CALL7 Investigators, the embattled nominee for U.S. Attorney for the District of Colorado defended her actions during the 2006 gubernatorial campaign. Stephanie Villafuerte vehemently denied breaking any federal law. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:09:31 GMT)
U.S. Attorney nominee denies involvement in computer access
President Barack Obama's nominee to be Colorado's next U.S. attorney has denied any involvement in the access of a restricted federal database to help Bill Ritter's 2006 campaign for governor. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:14:56 GMT)
Local attorney Butler to run again for bench
Posted November 19, 2009 at 11:08 p.m. Wichita Falls attorney Gary Butler announced Thursday he will again run for Wichita County Court at Law No. 1. Butler, a Republican, lost a bid for the same bench to incumbent Judge Jim Hogan in 2006. Hogan has not revealed his political plans. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:19:41 GMT)
Ritter names attorney to head Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies
DENVER (AP) — Gov. Bill Ritter has appointed attorney Barbara J. Kelley of Denver to be the new executive director of the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies, effective Dec. 1. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:34:31 GMT)
Yale Huffman, well-kinown Denver attorney, dies at 93
Yale Huffman, a well-known Denver attorney for many years, died of heart-lung failure on Oct. 27. He was 93. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:16:24 GMT)
Attorney general calls for hospital disclosures
If Attorney General Richard Blumenthal LAW ’73 has his way, patient injuries resulting from medical mistakes will be harder for Connecticut hospitals to keep under wraps. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:17:14 GMT)
U.S. attorney nominee Villafuerte denies any role in accessing restricted database
President Barack Obama's nominee to be Colorado's next U.S. attorney has denied any involvement in the access of a restricted federal database to help Bill Ritter's 2006 campaign for governor. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:25:15 GMT)
Former U.S. Attorney Kevin O'Connor Says He Won't Run For Governor
Kevin O'Connor, a Republican former U.S. attorney and former associate U.S. attorney general, said Thursday that he will not run for governor, a decision that reshapes what is expected to be a hard-fought contest to replace Gov. M. Jodi Rell. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:31:45 GMT)
Candidate for attorney general says prosecutor, not politician needed
Former federal prosecutor Michel Nicrosi, a Montgomery native who resides in Daphne, officially entered the race for attorney general this week, saying the position needs a prosecutor and not a politician. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:13:30 GMT)
British lawyer appointed Karadzic standby counsel
The Yugoslav war crimes tribunal has appointed a British lawyer to represent Radovan Karadzic if the former Bosnian Serb leader continues to boycott his trial when it resumes in March. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:24:28 GMT)
Assistant district attorney will seek county judgeship
An assistant district attorney who has 23 years of experience in front of Fond du Lac County judges now wants to don the robe. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:33:38 GMT)
British lawyer appointed Karadzic standby counsel
The Yugoslav war crimes tribunal has appointed a British lawyer to represent Radovan Karadzic if the former Bosnian Serb leader continues to boycott his trial when it resumes in March, according to a document released Friday. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:47:26 GMT)
Terror lawyer's parting shot
Lynne Stewart was defiant to the end yesterday. "You haven't seen the last of me," the disbarred civil-rights lawyer declared -- as she surrendered to begin serving 28 months behind bars for having helped an imprisoned terrorist communicate with h... (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:53:11 GMT)
Terror lawyer's slap: justice barely served
THE ISSUE: Lynne Stewart's jail sentence for providing material support to a terrorist. *** I am tired of reading about Lynne Stewart in the news and her being called a rebel lawyer and a civil-rights lawyer ("Lynne's Act Should Play Well in Hell,... (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:55:33 GMT)
Extradition case in South Bend delayed at Irish priest's request :Attorney to research whether too much time has ...
SOUTH BEND -- A judge Thursday postponed an extradition hearing for an Irish priest charged with sexually abusing a minor, giving his attorney more time to research Irish law. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:20:02 GMT)
British lawyer appointed Karadzic standby counsel
THE HAGUE, Netherlands -- The Yugoslav war crimes tribunal has appointed a British lawyer to represent Radovan Karadzic if the former Bosnian Serb leader continues to boycott his trial when it resume... (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:23:56 GMT)
Lawyer says Oberlander saga may be coming to an end
A lawyer for Helmut Oberlander says the 14-year effort to deport him as a suspected war criminal may finally be coming to an end. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:41:51 GMT)
Prosecuting Attorney's office probes for more info
REXBURG -- The Madison County Prosecuting Attorney's Office has drafted an official response to a recent accusation of Open Meeting Law violations by the Rexburg City Council. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:55:07 GMT)
Attorney: Send murder suspect Alyssa Bustamante to mental hospital
Attorney: Send murder suspect Alyssa Bustamante to mental hospital (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:10:12 GMT)
Ohio Attorney General Sues Ratings Agencies Over Ratings
Ohio Attorney General Richard Cordray has filed suit against ratings agencies Standard & Poor's Ratings Services, Moody's Investors Service and Fitch Ratings, alleging they provided misleading ratings in exchange for money. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:34:59 GMT)
Attorney seeks psychiatric care for Mo. teen facing murder charge in death of 9-year-old girl
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. - A teenager accused of killing a 9-year-old neighbor should be sent to a psychiatric hospital because she shows signs of severe depression and anxiety, her attorney said. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:37:56 GMT)
Polanski will not agree to extradition: lawyer
Roman Polanski will not agree voluntarily to being extradited to the United States over a 1970s child sex case, the film director's lawyer said in an interview with French daily Le Figaro published on Friday. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:06:07 GMT)
Investors sue Fla. lawyer in fraud probe for $100M
Investors claiming they were fleeced by a high-profile South Florida attorney filed a $100 million lawsuit Friday contending that the lawyer orchestrated a massive Ponzi scheme with the help of a Canadian bank's U.S. subsidiary and several accomplices. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:47:12 GMT)
Former aide to former attorney general Marc Dann sentenced in theft in office case
The former employee of the Ohio Attorney General's office who was at the center of a sexual harassment scandal will be spending some time behind bars. But the sentence is a light one. WKSU's Jo Ingles reports. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:50:49 GMT)
TD Bank named in lawsuit against Fla. lawyer in $100M fraud probe
MIAMI - Investors claiming they were fleeced by a high-profile South Florida attorney filed a $100 million lawsuit Friday contending that the lawyer orchestrated a massive... (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:55:10 GMT)
Sen. Cornyn: Attorney General's Testimony Raises Serious Red Flags About Plans To Bring 9/11 Terrorists To U.S.
WASHINGTON—U.S. Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, today questioned U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder during a committee hearing held regarding the Attorney General’s decision to bring GITMO detainees, including the self-described mastermind of 9/11, to New York to be tried in a civilian court. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:36:40 GMT)
UIPDATE:Attorney says ruling denies immunity to co-conspirators.
Attorney Michael Cefalo said rulings by Judge Richard Caputo effectively deny immunity to "co-conspirators" in a lawsuit regarding the juvenile justice scandal, meaning county officials and others involved are still subject to the lawsuit. Cefalo also said that while Caputo supported the immunity of two ex-judges Mark Ciavarella and Michael Conahan, that immunity only applies to actions on the ... (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:26:30 GMT)
Attorney says Fort Hood shooting suspect's 1st hearing planned for Saturday in hospital room
SAN ANTONIO - An attorney for the Army psychiatrist charged in the mass shooting at Fort Hood says his client will have his first court hearing in his hospital room on Saturday. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:52:45 GMT)
Investors sue Fla. lawyer in fraud probe for $100M
Investors file $100M suit against high-profile Fla. lawyer under federal probe for huge fraud (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:54:11 GMT)
Attorney: Police Unfair To Latino Kidnap Victims
An attorney for a woman whose 4-day old baby was kidnapped after she was attacked is accusing the Nashville police of trying to portray her and her husband as criminals. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:16:36 GMT)
Investors sue Fla. lawyer in fraud probe for $100M
Investors claiming they were fleeced by a high-profile South Florida attorney filed a $100 million lawsuit Friday contending that the lawyer orchestrated a massive Ponzi scheme with the help of a Canadian bank's U.S. subsidiary and several accomplices. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:28:21 GMT)
Fort Hood shooter faces bedside hearing: lawyer
The army psychiatrist accused of a shooting rampage at the Fort Hood military base in Texas will have his first pre-trial court hearing Saturday in his hospital room, his lawyer's office told AFP. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:21:36 GMT)
Attorney seeks psychiatric care for US teen facing murder charge in death of 9-year-old girl
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. - A teenager accused of killing a 9-year-old neighbour should be sent to a psychiatric hospital because she shows signs of severe depression and anxiety, her attorney said. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:47:00 GMT)
Lawyer's murder: Police to make arrests soon
KUALA LUMPUR: Police have completed the task of recording statements from family members and others in connection with the murder of corporate lawyer M. Thiruchelvasegaram. (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:10:11 GMT)
Attorney: Defendant felt threatened by FBI agent
An attorney for Franklin Park businessman John Esposito, charged with assaulting an FBI agent, told jurors today that his client felt threatened when confronted by the agent and responded by pushing him. Esposito's attorney, Terence Campbell, contended that FBI Special Agent Brian Etchell stood inches from the businessman's face, shook his finger at him and inadvertently sprayed saliva on him ... (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:23:52 GMT)
Investors sue Fla. lawyer in fraud probe for $100M
Investors file $100M suit against high-profile Fla. lawyer under federal probe for huge fraud (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:52:41 GMT)
US soldier 'sorry' for Japan hit-and-run death: lawyer
TOKYO - A US soldier in Japan has apologised over a deadly hit-and-run accident, his lawyer said Friday, in a high-profile case that comes amid a bilateral row over American military bases. (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:08:37 GMT)
Attorney: Off-duty cop attacked shooting victim at bar
The Central Islip man wounded by an off-duty New York City cop after a bar fight was attacked by the officer and others and then shot as the fight ended, the man's attorney said. (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:56:42 GMT)
LA attorneys distance Polanski from French lawyer
* French lawyer says Polanski will fight extradition (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 02:57:33 GMT)
Police lawyer killed herself and daughter in drink-drive smash
A lawyer killed herself and one of her daughters in a high speed crash while more than three times over the drink-drive limit. (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 03:04:18 GMT)
Attorney Fights Ohio's New Lethal Injection Plan
An attorney for a condemned inmate says if the new plan is used next month, it amounts to human experimentation. (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 03:13:23 GMT)
Attorney Fights Ohio's New Lethal Injection Plan
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) -- An attorney for a condemned killer says Ohio's new lethal injection plan is so untested that it would amount to human experimentation if used for the first time next month. (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 03:17:26 GMT)
Attorney says business owner felt threatened
Trial in attack on FBI agent goes to jury An attorney for Franklin Park businessman John Esposito, charged with assaulting an FBI agent, told jurors Friday that his client felt threatened when confronted by the agent and responded by pushing him. (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 04:07:32 GMT)
Melodia Dunn’s Attorney Speaks Out Against Charges
Melodia Dunn’s defense attorney says cuts in bus routes may be the reason two lives were cut short. (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 04:10:48 GMT)
Attorney: Court hearing for Fort Hood suspect to be held in hospital
Prosecutors have requested a pretrial confinement hearing for accused Fort Hood shooter Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan in his hospital room on Saturday, Hasan's attorney said on Friday. (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 04:11:28 GMT)
Attorney General investigates possible church scams
The California Attorney General's Office is investigating four people and three leasing companies who may have taken part in scamming more than 30 black churches in Southern California, including one in Pomona, officials said Friday. (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 05:31:59 GMT)
Attorney General Brown investigates possible church scams
The California Attorney General's Office is investigating four people and three leasing companies suspected of scamming more than 30 black churches in Southern California, including at least one in Pasadena, officials said Friday. (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 05:32:50 GMT)
N.H. attorney general to force mortgage firm's bankruptcy
The New Hampshire attorney general's office wants to force a mortgage company that closed suddenly into bankruptcy. (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 06:38:54 GMT)
Lawyer renews battle with DA
The attorney for a former Ventura College athletic director and coach was in court Friday alleging that an investigator is withholding evidence the lawyer is entitled to get to defend his client.Attorney Ron Bamieh represents Greg Winslow, who was the head men’s basketball coach at the college, and who is accused of grand theft and theft involving misappropriation of public funds.Bamieh said he ... (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 07:35:00 GMT)
Owner of Yonkers home says lawyer put him in bankruptcy without permission
When the Yonkers home where his parents lived was threatened with foreclosure, Domingo Hernandez went to White Plains lawyer Christopher Cabanillas to fight the proceedings. (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 07:36:52 GMT)
Attorney: Nashville police unfair to kidnapped baby's parents
An attorney for a woman whose 4-day-old baby was kidnapped is accusing Metro police of trying to portray the mother and her husband as criminals. (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 08:17:22 GMT)
Fatal crash lawyer 'was three times over drink drive limit'
A lawyer was more than three times the drink drive limit when she crashed her car at speed killing herself and one of her young daughters an inquest heard. (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 08:30:55 GMT)
Investors sue Florida attorney for $100M
Investors claiming they were fleeced by a high-profile South Florida attorney filed a $100 million lawsuit Friday, contending the lawyer orchestrated a massive Ponzi scheme with the help of a Canadian bank's U.S. subsidiary and several accomplices. (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 09:12:59 GMT)
Former magisterial judge deserves probation, according to attorney
Former Magisterial District Judge Karen Holly should receive probation for stealing $6,300 from her employer when she is sentenced on Monday, her attorney argued in a motion filed Friday in U.S. District Court. Holly, 51, pleaded guilty in August to ste (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 09:20:04 GMT)
Reno lawyer says he will run for Congress
Reno lawyer and state Board of Education member Ken McKenna announced Friday he will run for Congress next year. McKenna is the second Democrat to enter the race for the seat held by U.S. Rep. Dean Heller, R-Carson City. Regent Jack Schofield also is running. (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 09:57:06 GMT)
Local attorney named new magistrate judge
Doug Lindley/Idaho State Journal Local attorney Tom Clark has been named a new magistrate judge. (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 10:40:40 GMT)
Attorney: Police unfair to Latino kidnapping victims
NASHVILLE - An attorney for a woman whose 4-day old baby was kidnapped after she was stabbed is accusing the Nashville police of trying to portray her and her husband as criminals. (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 11:32:07 GMT)
Anna lawyer settles gay suit
Anna Nicole Smith's former lawyer abruptly dropped his gay-sex libel suit against author Rita Cosby late yesterday. Howard K. Stern sued Cosby over published claims that he was videotaped having sex with the father of Smith's baby. The $60 mill... (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 11:44:04 GMT)
Lawyer's murder: Police to make arrests soon
KUALA LUMPUR: Police have completed the task of recording statements from family members and others in connection with the murder of corporate lawyer M. Thiruchelvasegaram. (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 11:46:06 GMT)
Defense attorney takes stand in bid to help client over death of baby
LOCKPORT -- A defense attorney put himself on the Niagara County Court witness stand Friday in an effort to prove that his client had hired him in time to make incriminating statements inadmissible in an upcoming trial over the death of his baby daughter. (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 12:01:49 GMT)
District Attorney Speaks on Drugs During East Middle School Pro
As part of Red Ribbon Week in Ponca City schools, Kay County District Attorney Mark L. Gibson presented a program to the student body at East Middle School titled "It's More Than Meth." (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 16:22:49 GMT)
Medal lawyer's battle cry
Medals lawyer Chris Comeskey has mounted an all-guns-blazing attack on the judiciary after being ordered to give evidence against a man accused of breaking into the Waiouru Army Museum… (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 16:27:30 GMT)
Lawyer: Prosecutor wants life sentences in Knox murder case
A prosecutor says American Amanda Knox and her former boyfriend should get life sentences if they are convicted in the death of a British student, a lawyer for the victim's family told CNN on Saturday. (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 16:43:04 GMT)
MacBride sworn in as U.S. Attorney for Eastern Va.
The Eastern District of Virginia has a new U.S. Attorney. (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 17:16:42 GMT)
The Fall of Greg Craig, Obama's Top Lawyer
How Obama's lawyer sparked a battle royal when he tried to keep some of the President's campaign promises in the war on terrorism (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 18:16:01 GMT)
Harrington files for re-election as county attorney
Calloway County Attorney David Harrington is seeking a fifth term as the county's top lawyer and prosecutor. (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 18:23:19 GMT)
Bail for lawyer charged with sex abuse
A senior lawyer (64) who sexually abused and hurt a 15-year-old girl, a domestic servant was granted bail by the Additional Magistrate, Galle on Friday after being held in remand custody, a spokesman for the National Child Protection Authority (NCPA) told the Sunday Observer. (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 19:49:00 GMT)
Medal lawyer's battle cry
Medals lawyer Chris Comeskey has mounted an all-guns-blazing attack on the judiciary after being ordered to give evidence against a man accused of breaking into the Waiouru Army Museum.Comeskey has sworn he will stay silent, claiming... (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 20:03:36 GMT)
Attorney General Spearheads Food Bank Fundraising Effort
Indiana Attorney General Greg Zoeller is heading an effort to raise private money to fund 10 area food banks. (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 20:04:31 GMT)
Prosecuting Attorney's office probes for more info
REXBURG -- The Madison County Prosecuting Attorney's Office has drafted an official response to a recent accusation of Open Meeting Law violations by the Rexburg City Council. (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 20:25:07 GMT)
Lawyer to defy order in stolen medals case
High profile lawyer Chris Comeskey says he will defy an order to give evidence against a man accused of the Waiouru Army Museum war medal burglary. (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 21:07:33 GMT)
Lawyer panned for ad saying he can clear drink drivers
Road safety advocates are outraged an Auckland lawyer is advertising he can get clients off drink driving charges using loopholes (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 21:15:43 GMT)
Attorney Joe Bruno can practice in state court again
High-profile attorney Joe Bruno made headlines as far away as Italy and Germany on Wednesday when a federal judge ruled in favor of a claim he filed on behalf of three New Orleans-area plaintiffs blaming the Army Corps of Engineers' mismanagement of maintenance at the Mississippi River-Gulf Outlet for directly causing flood damage after Hurricane Katrina in St. Bernard Parish and the Lower 9th ... (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 22:17:14 GMT)
New U.S. Attorney for Eastern District of Virginia is sworn in
ALEXANDRIA—The Eastern District of Virginia has a new U.S. Attorney. Neil MacBride was formally sworn in at a ceremony in Alexandria yesterday. The former longtime aide to Vice President Joe Biden was unanimously confirmed by the Senate on Sept. 15. MacBride has been an associate deputy attorney general with the Justice Department since January. He also has worked as general counsel and lobbyist ... (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 22:22:08 GMT)
Lawyer says he warned NH about mortgage co. owner
As state and federal authorities investigate the abrupt closure of a Meredith, N.H., mortgage company, a lawyer says he warned state officials about a possible investment scheme involving the company's owner almost 10 years ago. (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 22:23:36 GMT)
Chinese rights lawyer's wife gets US asylum: supporters
The United States has granted political asylum to the wife and children of jailed Chinese civil rights lawyer Guo Feixiong who the family says is suffering abuse, supporters said Saturday. (Sun, 22 Nov 2009 00:01:49 GMT)
Lawyer incurs road safety wrath
22 November 2009 Road safety advocates say an Auckland lawyer's apparently cavalier attitude towards drunken driving cases, is an exact reflection of the way drunken drivers think. (Sun, 22 Nov 2009 00:34:27 GMT)
Lawyer incurs road safety wrath
Road safety advocates say an Auckland lawyer's apparently cavalier attitude towards drunken driving cases, is an exact reflection of the way drunken drivers think. (Sun, 22 Nov 2009 01:02:49 GMT)
Lawyer will refuse to give evidence in stolen medals case
High profile lawyer Chris Comeskey says he will defy an order to give evidence against a man accused of the Waiouru Army Museum war medal burglary. (Sun, 22 Nov 2009 01:12:33 GMT)
Sacramento deputy district attorney arrested on DUI
A veteran deputy district attorney was arrested on drunken driving charges in midtown Sacramento early this morning, police said. (Sun, 22 Nov 2009 01:40:14 GMT)
Russian jail officials 'should be charged' over lawyer's death
Colleagues say Sergey Magnitsky, a key witness in the Hermitage case, was refused medical treatment Friends and colleagues of a Russian lawyer who died in custody in Moscow after his pleas for medical treatment were refused have called for criminal charges to be brought against the prison authorities. Sergey Magnitsky died on Monday in a pre-detention centre in Moscow. The lawyer – who was 37 ... (Sun, 22 Nov 2009 02:48:47 GMT)
Planet Election Guide: With expertise in hand, attorney wants to join back in
Jenny Russell is an attorney, boater and runner who has lived and played in Telluride since 1995. As she’s carved out a life here, she has also accrued a bit of experience with town government. (Sun, 22 Nov 2009 03:18:15 GMT)
Killing innocents for jehad is not what my Islam teaches me: Kasab's lawyer
Tough days are ahead for Abbas Kazmi, the lawyer defending India's most hated terrorist, Ajmal Kasab, who is weary from all the hatred he's been receiving since he took up the case. (Sun, 22 Nov 2009 05:19:11 GMT)
Lawyer: 9/11 defendants want platform for views
The five men facing trial in the Sept. 11 attacks will plead not guilty so that they can air their criticisms of U.S. foreign policy, the lawyer for one of the defendants said Sunday. (Mon, 23 Nov 2009 03:28:14 GMT)
Alleged Thai spy files bail request in Cambodia: lawyer
The lawyer for a Thai national held on charges of spying on fugitive former premier Thaksin Shinawatra said he filed a bail request to a Cambodian court Monday. (Mon, 23 Nov 2009 09:00:40 GMT)
Lawyer: 9/11 defendants want platform for views
The five men facing trial in the Sept. 11 attacks will plead not guilty so that they can air their criticisms of U.S. foreign policy, the lawyer for one of the defendants said. (Mon, 23 Nov 2009 10:57:53 GMT)
Khmer Rouge torturer had broad autonomy, lawyer says
The Khmer Rouge's chief torturer ran a camp "dedicated to death" with broad autonomy, a lawyer said on Monday in closing arguments at the U.N.-backed "Killing Fields" tribunal in Cambodia. (Mon, 23 Nov 2009 12:47:37 GMT)
Attorney: Gosselin divorce could be finalized soon
Attorney calls Gosselin mediation a success, says divorce could be finalized by end of year (Mon, 23 Nov 2009 16:49:41 GMT)
US details assets seized from Fla. lawyer
A sports car worth nearly $2 million, an 87-foot yacht and a guitar collection worth as much as $20,000 were among the assets seized from a South Florida lawyer suspected of operating a massive fraud scheme, according to a court filing Monday. Proceeds from... Florida - Lawyer - Fraud - United States - Sport (Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:01:18 GMT)
US details assets seized from Fla. lawyer
A sports car worth nearly $2 million, an 87-foot yacht and a guitar collection worth as much as $20,000 were among the assets seized from a South Florida lawyer suspected of operating a massive fraud scheme, according to a court filing Monday. (Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:23:11 GMT)
Attorney: Gosselin divorce could be finalized soon
Jon Gosselin offered his estranged wife a bouquet of red roses at their divorce arbitration hearing over the weekend. She evidently turned them down. Despite the snub, the marathon session went so well that the feuding stars of "Jon & Kate Plus Eight" could be divorced by the end of the year, his attorney said Monday. (Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:30:39 GMT)
Attorney General Anne Milgram set rules to police stun-gun use
APA Taser X26 stun gunTRENTON -- Police officers in New Jersey can use stun guns under limited circumstances, according to rules issued by Attorney General Anne Milgram. Milgram said trained officers can use them on armed, emotionally disturbed persons who... (Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:47:22 GMT)
Jon Gosselin lawyer: 'Jon & Kate Plus 8' stars' divorce nearly done
Jon and Kate Gosselin could have cause for celebration this holiday season. The Jon & Kate Plus 8 stars attended a day-long divorce arbitration hearing on Saturday and Jon's lawyer Mark Heller subsequently told People that "it's possible" their divorce could be finalized by the end of the year. (Mon, 23 Nov 2009 19:27:38 GMT)
Feds seize Florida attorney's assets
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Nov. 23 (UPI) -- Court records released Monday allege Florida attorney Scott Rothstein used a massive Ponzi scheme to cover payroll for his Fort Lauderdale law firm. (Mon, 23 Nov 2009 19:44:05 GMT)
N.J. attorney Paul Bergrin pleads not guilty to bribery, drug, prostitution charges
John O'Boyle/The Star-LedgerAttorney Paul Bergrin appears in court on behalf of a client in May before he was charged with murder and witness intimidation.NEWARK — A New Jersey attorney whose past clients have included Queen Latifah, Lil' Kim and other... (Mon, 23 Nov 2009 19:47:12 GMT)
Attorney general seeks execution dates for 3
Attorney General Jack Conway is asking that execution dates be set for three convicted murders on Kentucky's death row. (Mon, 23 Nov 2009 20:06:53 GMT)
Connecticut attorney general sues Florida mortgage rescue firm
The state of Connecticut is suing a Florida mortgage rescue firm, alleging it failed to deliver on promises to help consumers avoid foreclosure. Attorney... (Mon, 23 Nov 2009 20:12:22 GMT)
Tacoma trial lawyer makes no apologies
Trial lawyer. The words engender strong feelings – mostly negative – in many people. Not for Tacoma attorney John Messina, who is celebrating his 40th anniversary as a lawyer this year, and is unapologetic about his profession and wears the label “trial lawyer” as a badge of honor. (Mon, 23 Nov 2009 20:12:33 GMT)
Attorney General Seeks Execution Dates For 3
Attorney General Jack Conway is asking that execution dates be set for three convicted murders on Kentuckys death row. (Mon, 23 Nov 2009 20:12:55 GMT)
Lawyer steals from clients, gets 86 months prison
An Arkansas lawyer who once specialized in securities fraud litigation was sentenced in Manhattan federal court on Monday to 86 months in prison for stealing $9.3 million from clients. (Mon, 23 Nov 2009 20:56:53 GMT)
State Attorney's Office investigates Vero Beach's electrical problems
VERO BEACH — The State Attorney’s Office has been questioning people involved with the city’s contract with its new power provider as part of a review of the city’s electrical situation. (Mon, 23 Nov 2009 21:08:25 GMT)
Lawyer for Sivarak files bail request
PHNOM PENH : The lawyer for the Thai engineer held on charges of spying on ousted prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra says he has filed a bail request to a Cambodian court. (Mon, 23 Nov 2009 21:11:47 GMT)
Former City Attorney testifies again before Herenton grand jury
Former Memphis City Attorney Elbert Jefferson testified about two investigations involving former Memphis Mayor Willie Herenton before a federal grand jury Monday. (Mon, 23 Nov 2009 21:26:41 GMT)
Attorney general warns of recalled items on the resale market this holiday season
Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan released her office's third annual "Home Safe Home" shopping guide to recalled items today, saying parents in the market for secondhand toys or other items need to beware of the dangers. (Mon, 23 Nov 2009 23:38:53 GMT)
Marriage proposals for French bank heist hero: lawyer
A suspected bank robber may not be most girls' idea of Mr Right, but women are proposing marriage to a jailed French van driver accused of stealing million of euros, his lawyer said Monday. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:09:33 GMT)
Attorney for Fort Hood shooting suspect says client may use insanity defense
FORT WORTH, Texas - An Army psychiatrist accused of killing 13 people during an attack on his Texas post will likely plead not guilty to the charges against him and may use an insanity defense at his military trial, his attorney said Monday. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 01:09:37 GMT)
State attorney general authorizes stun guns for first time in N.J.
The state attorney general on Monday lifted New Jersey’s ban on law enforcement officers’ use of electronic stun guns. Attorney General Anne Milgram issued a new policy for the use of stun guns — but only in limited circumstances. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 01:54:12 GMT)
Attorney for Fort Hood shooting suspect says client may use insanity defence
FORT WORTH, Texas - An Army psychiatrist accused of killing 13 people during an attack on his Texas post will likely plead not guilty to the charges against him and may use an insanity defence at his military trial, his attorney said Monday. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 01:57:00 GMT)
Lawyer: UCLA's Dragovic will plead not guilty
A lawyer for UCLA starter Nikola Dragovic (DRAH-go-vich) says his client will plead not guilty in an assault case that led to his suspension. Dragovic and a friend were arrested last week on a felony warrant charging them in an October incident in which the basketball player allegedly knocked a man into a glass display case at a Hollywood concert. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 02:11:47 GMT)
Attorney General Sues UHO
A recent Arnold Diaz Shame, Shame, Shame investigation exposed Steven Riley, the president and founder of the United Homeless Organization (UHO). Now the New York attorney general is involved. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 03:25:52 GMT)
Lawyer: 9/11 suspect to plead not guilty, argue attacks justified
At least one -- and possibly all five -- of the detainees with alleged ties to the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, will plead not guilty in a "justification defense," arguing the attacks were responses to American foreign policy, according to a lawyer who met with one of the defendants. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 03:26:46 GMT)
Sotheby's Affiliate Sues Attorney for Commission on Real Estate Deal
A bankrupt affiliate of Sotheby's International is suing the attorney who handled a $17 million residential real estate deal in Florida, saying he owes the brokerage more than half a million dollars. Trustee Alan Goldberg claims Kurt Bosshardt kept $510,000, or half of the 6 percent commission allegedly owed to Sotheby's for the sale of the property last year. Sotheby's said that Bosshardt is ... (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 03:30:40 GMT)
Lawyer: UCLA's Dragovic to plead not guilty in case
A lawyer for UCLA starter Nikola Dragovic (DRAH-go-vich) says his client will plead not guilty in an assault case that led to his suspension. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 03:34:43 GMT)
Attorney: Gosselin divorce could be finalized soon
Jon Gosselin offered his estranged wife a bouquet of red roses at their divorce arbitration hearing over the weekend. She evidently turned them down. Despite the snub, the marathon session went so well that the feuding stars of "Jon & Kate Plus 8" could be divorced by the end of the year, his attorney said Monday. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 03:50:53 GMT)
Digest: Lawyer sentenced in fraud case
Houston lawyer and mortgage broker Ted Murray was sentenced to 20 years in prison Monday for fraud in connection with a scam mortgage investment program. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 04:12:37 GMT)
Attorney General Sues Farmers for Selling Raw Milk in Parking Lot
Attorney General Chris Koster has filed a lawsuit against a Laclede County couple for violating a Missouri law that prohibits the distribution and sale of raw milk unless a person purchases or requests delivery of raw milk or cream directly from a farm. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 04:42:36 GMT)
Malaysia charges Japan woman over drugs: lawyer
A Japanese woman will be charged in a Malaysian court on Wednesday with drug trafficking, and faces the death penalty if found guilty, according to her lawyer. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 08:21:31 GMT)
Medvedev orders probe of lawyer's prison death
President Dmitry Medvedev has ordered a probe of the death in prison of a lawyer who represented an investment firm involved in a tax investigation, Russian news agencies said Tuesday. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 12:57:56 GMT)
Russia Opens Criminal Case Into Hermitage Lawyer’s Prison Death
Nov. 24 (Bloomberg) -- Russian investigators opened a criminal case into the death of a lawyer who represented Hermitage Capital Management, the Investigative Committee of the Prosecutor General’s Office said. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 13:42:17 GMT)
Medvedev orders probe into lawyer's prison death
Russian President Dmitry Medvedev on Tuesday ordered a high-level probe into the recent prison death of a lawyer who fought for greater transparency in Russian business. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 13:48:17 GMT)
Medvedev Orders Probe Into Hermitage Lawyer’s Death, RIA Says
Nov. 24 (Bloomberg) -- Russian President Dmitry Medvedev ordered the Justice Ministry and Prosecutor General’s Office to investigate the death of the Hermitage Capital Management lawyer who died in a Moscow prison last week, RIA Novosti reported, citing Kremlin spokeswoman Natalya Timakova. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:00:24 GMT)
Russia to Investigate Fund Lawyer’s Death
Russian President Dmitri A. Medvedev ordered on Tuesday an investigation into the sudden death of a jailed equity fund lawyer who was a leading witness in a tax fraud battle. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:03:37 GMT)
Attorney: Gosselin divorce could be finalized soon
Jon Gosselin offered his estranged wife a bouquet of red roses at their divorce arbitration hearing over the weekend. She evidently turned them down. Despite the snub, the marathon session went so well that the feuding stars of "Jon & Kate Plus 8" could be divorced by the end of the year, his attorney said Monday. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:05:38 GMT)
Russia to Probe Lawyer’s Prison Death After Medvedev Intervenes
Nov. 24 (Bloomberg) -- Russian prosecutors opened a criminal investigation into the death of an imprisoned lawyer for Hermitage Capital Management after President Dmitry Medvedev demanded action. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:42:07 GMT)
Attorney: Judge abused discretion in McLean probation
KNOXVILLE - The defense attorney for a husband who escaped serious murder charges in the shooting death of his wife's student lover today tried to convince an appellate court to let him escape a lengthy probationary term.Attorney Bruce Poston argued before the state Court of Criminal Appeals that Knox County Judge Mary Beth Leibowitz "abused her discretion" in sentencing decisions in the case of ... (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:41:00 GMT)
Tonight at 6 pm: Charlotte council gives huge bonus to city attorney
The Charlotte City Council voted Monday night for another bonus for a boss. City employees won't receive merit-based bonuses, but Charlotte's top attorney will get an additional $15,000. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:08:38 GMT)
Indiana Attorney General challenges businesses
Attention all corporation in Northern Indiana, your help is needed. That's the announcement from Indiana Attorney General Greg Zoeller. He is asking businesses to make financial contributions to Feeding (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:10:58 GMT)
Attorney in Sacred Heart lacrosse rape case denies allegations
BRIDGEPORT, Conn. (AP) -- The attorney for a Sacred Heart University lacrosse player charged with helping two teammates sexually assault a woman says the accusations are a gross exaggeration of alcohol-fueled hijinks. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:14:57 GMT)
Medvedev orders probe of lawyer's prison death
President Dmitry Medvedev ordered a probe into the prison death of a lawyer arrested in a high-profile tax case, the Kremlin said Tuesday, following allegations of "mediaeval" prison treatment in Russia. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:59:22 GMT)
Attorney General Andrew Cuomo sues homeless charity, calls it a sham
NEW YORK -- One of New York City's most visible homeless charities is a sham, according to the state's attorney general. Since the late 1980s, tourist-packed areas in midtown Manhattan have been peppered with large plastic jugs set up on... (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 20:25:17 GMT)
Ark. Lottery Attorney Resigns Over Pay Issue
The attorney for the Arkansas Lottery has resigned her post over a disagreement on which employees are entitled to merit raises. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 20:44:09 GMT)
Attorney general suing Lakeville clinic for credit card fraud
Minnesota's Attorney General has sued a Lakeville chiropractic clinic and its owner for credit card fraud. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 21:09:50 GMT)
Attorney general seeks execution dates for 3
FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — Attorney General Jack Conway is asking that execution dates be set for three convicted murders on Kentucky's death row. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 21:32:09 GMT)
SC gov's lawyer says impeachment standard not met
South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford's lawyer says the events surrounding the Republican's June absence from the state to meet with an Argentine lover don't warrant impeachment. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 22:10:10 GMT)
Lawyer: Loophole protects public nudity
NEW YORK, Nov. 24 (UPI) -- A New York lawyer whose client was cleared of lewdness charges said a legal loophole allows public nudity in the city. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 22:49:43 GMT)
Jefferson Parish attorney files suit seeking guidance on insurance records
With Jefferson Parish embroiled in a federal investigation of the insurance business of its chief administrative officer, Tim Whitmer, Assistant Parish Attorney Louis Gruntz has refused to release any records about public employee insurance plans. The Times-Picayune last week... (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 23:32:24 GMT)
Attorney General Seeks Execution Dates For 3
FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — Attorney General Jack Conway is asking that execution dates be set for three convicted murders on Kentucky's death row. (Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:02:09 GMT)
Attorney General Seeks Execution Dates For 3
Among the three Attorney General Jack Conway wants executed is a Northern Kentucky murderer. (Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:15:05 GMT)
No timetable for state attorney's review of Vero electric utility
VERO BEACH — A preliminary review of the city’s electric utility by the State Attorney’s Office does not necessarily mean that criminal charges will be brought against the city. (Wed, 25 Nov 2009 01:53:27 GMT)
ACLU claims bar association violated lawyer's rights
The ACLU of Kentucky has challenged a lawyer disciplinary rule under which an attorney was warned about "publicly implying" that the state Legislative Ethics Commission mishandled an ethics complaint against Senate President David Williams in 2007. (Wed, 25 Nov 2009 03:12:06 GMT)
Laid-Off Lawyer Decides to Start a Solo Career
In early 2009, David Koller was a young lawyer with a Philadelphia law firm. He had two clients he could call his own, a few thousand dollars saved in the bank and a lot of experienced people he trusted offering discouraging words about the economy and business. On March 2, Koller showed up to work and was laid off. On his drive home, he was a bit surprised he was not feeling all that bad ... (Wed, 25 Nov 2009 03:15:50 GMT)
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