Attorney News Dec 2009
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Lawyer says DUI charges dropped against rapper Nas
Lawyer says DUI charges dropped against rapper Nas (Fri, 04 Dec 2009 21:20:46 GMT)
NY attorney sentenced in drug smuggling case
Associated Press - December 4, 2009 4:25 PM ET NEW YORK (AP) - A high-profile New York City defense attorney has been sentenced to 14 years in prison for threatening witnesses in a... (Fri, 04 Dec 2009 21:37:54 GMT)
NY attorney sentenced in drug-smuggling case
A defense attorney with a high-profile client list was sentenced to 14 years in prison on Friday for plotting with a Guyanese businessman to use bribes and threats to silence witnesses in the businessman's drug-trafficking case. (Fri, 04 Dec 2009 23:13:31 GMT)
Longtime Union County attorney nominated for Superior Court judgeship
UNION COUNTY -- Thomas Walsh, a former assistant prosecutor and longtime trial attorney in Union County, will now cross the bench to sit as a Superior Court judge in Elizabeth, if the governor gets his wish. The Cranford lawyer who... (Sat, 05 Dec 2009 00:02:14 GMT)
Lexington lawyer is indicted in $34 million oil and gas scam
A Lexington lawyer took part in a long-running scheme to fleece investors of more than $34 million s (Sat, 05 Dec 2009 00:14:00 GMT)
Uchitel's lawyer: Woods struck a deal
The daughter of high-profile lawyer Gloria Allred says that when her mother cancelled a news conference with one of Tiger Woods' alleged mistresses that could mean only one thing - she made a deal with the Woods camp. (Sat, 05 Dec 2009 01:54:13 GMT)
Mob lawyer Robert Simels gets 14 years for plotting to hurt witnesses testifying against then-client
Robert Simels, a prominent Manhattan defense lawyer, was sentenced to 14 years in prison Friday for plotting to hurt witnesses testifying against his client in a drug case. (Sat, 05 Dec 2009 02:06:00 GMT)
Lawyer’s daughter speaks of Uchitel ‘deal’
A MILLION-DOLLAR deal must have been struck between Rachel Uchitel and Tiger Woods’s legal team – according to the daughter of the lawyer representing the nightclub hostess. (Sat, 05 Dec 2009 02:19:25 GMT)
State attorney general backs decision to bring no charges over Atlantic City firehouse sex allegations
The state attorney general's office supports the decision by the Atlantic County prosecutor not to bring criminal charges against four firefighters accused of misconduct at an Atlantic City firehouse. (Sat, 05 Dec 2009 03:16:07 GMT)
Lawyer Sentenced for Witness Tampering
Robert M. Simels, a former prosecutor, was sentenced to 14 years in prison for actions committed as a defense lawyer for a drug lord, Shaheed Khan. (Sat, 05 Dec 2009 03:23:40 GMT)
Defense Attorney Gets 14 Years in Prison for Conspiring to Threaten Witnesses
The prosecutions of attorney Robert Simels and his former associate Arienne Irving, both of whom were convicted in August of conspiring to threaten witnesses, came to very different conclusions on Friday. A New York federal judge sentenced Simels to 14 years in federal prison and a $225,000 fine. As for Irving, 3 1/2 hours before the sentencing, the judge granted her Rule 29 motion, throwing out ... (Sat, 05 Dec 2009 04:02:17 GMT)
Attorney mulls over tax collector post
Carlisle attorney Dirk Berry plans to take at least the weekend to decide whether he will accept the elected office of borough tax collector. (Sat, 05 Dec 2009 05:26:35 GMT)
Aide: Baucus nominated girlfriend for US attorney
Senate Finance Committee Chairman Max Baucus was already involved with his girlfriend and former staffer when he recommended her earlier this year to become the next U.S. attorney for Montana, a spokesman said. (Sat, 05 Dec 2009 06:53:36 GMT)
Baucus nominated girlfriend for U.S. attorney, aide says
A spokesman for U.S. Sen. Max Baucus says the Montana Democrat was in a relationship with his current girlfriend when he recommended her for U.S. attorney. (Sat, 05 Dec 2009 07:38:20 GMT)
Montana Sen. Max Baucus nominated own mistress, Melodee Hanes, as U.S. attorney
Sen. Max Baucus was having an extramarital affair with a woman he nominated to be U.S. attorney in Montana , the senator's spokesman admitted Friday night. (Sat, 05 Dec 2009 07:48:00 GMT)
Ampatuan Sr. not yet arrested: lawyer
MANILA - A lawyer of Maguindanao Gov. Andal Ampatuan Sr. will file a writ of habeas corpus in Davao City on Monday in an attempt to stop authorities from arresting him. (Sat, 05 Dec 2009 07:48:30 GMT)
Senator Max Baucus nominated girlfriend for U.S. attorney
Melodee Hanes was one of six names he put forward. He'd been dating her for months. Senate Finance Committee Chairman Max Baucus (D-Mont.) was in a relationship with his current girlfriend when he recommended her for U.S. attorney, his spokesman says. (Sat, 05 Dec 2009 08:08:32 GMT)
Impostor lawyer Kieffer's hearing postponed
A detention hearing for impostor attorney Howard Kieffer was postponed Friday because a lawyer in the federal public defender's office may be a material witness against Kieffer and lawyers in the office can't represent him. (Sat, 05 Dec 2009 08:12:22 GMT)
Disqualify Drilon, Osmeña—lawyer
A lawyer has asked the Commission on Elections to disqualify former Senators Franklin Drilon and Sergio Osmeña III from the senatorial contest in the 2010 elections. (Sat, 05 Dec 2009 10:00:17 GMT)
Lawyer Gets 14-Year Sentence for Plot to Eliminate Witnesses
Dec. 5 (Bloomberg) -- Robert Simels, a New York criminal defense lawyer, was sentenced to 14 years in prison for his conviction in a scheme to “eliminate” federal witnesses slated to testify against one of his clients. (Sat, 05 Dec 2009 10:07:35 GMT)
Lawyer files petition seeking to disqualify Erap from running
A lawyer filed on Saturday a petition at the Commission on Elections (Comelec) seeking to disqualify former President Joseph Erap Estrada from running in the May 2010 elections. (Sat, 05 Dec 2009 11:18:30 GMT)
Aide: Baucus nominated girlfriend for US attorney
Senate Finance Committee Chairman Max Baucus was romantically involved with a former staffer when he recommended her earlier this year to become the next U.S. attorney for Montana, a spokesman said. (Sat, 05 Dec 2009 12:17:09 GMT)
Aide: Sen. Baucus nominated girlfriend for U.S. attorney
A spokesman for U.S. Sen. Max Baucus says the Montana Democrat was in a romantic relationship with the woman he nominated for U.S. attorney. (Sat, 05 Dec 2009 13:23:35 GMT)
Baucus Nominated Girlfriend for U.S. Attorney, Aide Says
Senator Max Baucus was in a romantic relationship with a woman he nominated for U.S. attorney, an aide said. (Sat, 05 Dec 2009 14:56:52 GMT)
Andal Ampatuan Sr. must stay in hospital, his lawyer says
Due to the reported problem in his health condition, it will be better for Andal Ampatuan Sr. to stay in a hospital than be under the custody of the military, the lawyer of the embattled Maguindanao governor said on Saturday. (Sat, 05 Dec 2009 15:43:35 GMT)
Baucus Recommended Woman Friend to Be U.S. Attorney, Aide Says
Dec. 5 (Bloomberg) -- Max Baucus , the chairman of the Senate Finance Committee, was romantically involved with an aide he recommended in March to serve as a U.S. attorney in Montana, his spokesman said. (Sat, 05 Dec 2009 17:18:14 GMT)
Aide: Baucus nominated girlfriend for US attorney
Senate Finance Committee Chairman Max Baucus was romantically involved with a former staffer when he recommended her earlier this year to become the next U.S. attorney for Montana, a spokesman said. (Sat, 05 Dec 2009 18:13:37 GMT)
Sen. Baucus nominated girlfriend for U.S. attorney
UPDATED: WASHINGTON — Senate Finance Committee Chairman Max Baucus defended recommending his girlfriend for appointment as Montana's U.S. attorney, saying Saturday his one-time staff member and the former state prosecutor is "highly qualified" but eventually withdrew her nomination. Baucus said that he began dating former state office director Melodee Hanes after they were both separated from ... (Sat, 05 Dec 2009 19:34:10 GMT)
Lawyer fined for abandoning horses
An Edmonton lawyer who allegedly left two horses to die in deep snow and extreme cold near McBride last Christmas was fined $1,000 and sentenced to 12 months probation in McBride provincial court on Friday.Frank McKay pleaded guilty to causing distress to an animal under the B.C. Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act. Two other criminal charges of cruelty to animals were stayed.The horses were ... (Sat, 05 Dec 2009 19:58:16 GMT)
How Can A Miami Personal Injury lawyer Help The Victim
Miami is a great city but it does not mean that there are no crimes that are happening with this city. Like any other city in the US, Miami can also be a city where there are personal injury crimes. But with the help of the Miami personal injury lawyer, victims are protected. (Sat, 05 Dec 2009 20:32:26 GMT)
Baucus: Girlfriend merited US attorney nomination
Senate Finance Committee Chairman Max Baucus defended recommending his girlfriend for appointment as Montana's U.S. attorney, saying Saturday his one-time staff member and the former state prosecutor is "highly qualified" but eventually withdrew her nomination. (Sat, 05 Dec 2009 20:34:54 GMT)
Sen. Baucus defends nominating girlfriend for U.S. attorney
Senate Finance Chairman Max Baucus (D-Mont.) on Saturday defended recommending his girlfriend as a candidate for the U.S. attorney's job in Montana, calling her a highly qualified prosecutor and widely regarded expert in child abuse cases who had plenty of experience for the job. (Sat, 05 Dec 2009 20:42:01 GMT)
Baucus: Girlfriend merited U.S. attorney nomination
Senate Finance Committee Chairman Max Baucus defended recommending his girlfriend for appointment as Montana's U.S. attorney,... (Sat, 05 Dec 2009 21:22:11 GMT)
Attorney’s daughter: Mom had to have deal with Tiger Woods
NEW YORK — The daughter of high-profile attorney Gloria Allred says that when her mother canceled a news conference with one of Tiger Woods’ alleged mistresses that could mean only one thing — she made a deal with the Woods camp. (Sat, 05 Dec 2009 21:29:21 GMT)
Baucus: Girlfriend merited US attorney nomination
Senate Finance Committee Chairman Max Baucus defended recommending his girlfriend for appointment as Montana's U.S. attorney, saying Saturday his one-time staff member and the former state prosecutor is "highly qualified." (Sat, 05 Dec 2009 23:08:37 GMT)
Baucus: Girlfriend merited US attorney nomination
Senate Finance Committee Chairman Max Baucus defended recommending his girlfriend for appointment as Montana's U.S. attorney, saying Saturday his one-time staff member and the former state prosecutor is "highly qualified" but eventually withdrew her nomination. Baucus said that he began dating former state office director Melodee Hanes after they were both separated from their spouses. The ... (Sun, 06 Dec 2009 01:12:00 GMT)
Baucus: Girlfriend merited US attorney nomination
Senate Finance Committee Chairman Max Baucus defended recommending his girlfriend for appointment as Montana's U.S. attorney, saying Saturday his one-time staff member and the former state prosecutor is "highly qualified" but eventually withdrew her nomination. (Sun, 06 Dec 2009 01:12:55 GMT)
Alta. lawyer fined for abandoning horses in snow
An Edmonton lawyer has been fined $1,000 and sentenced to 12 months probation for abandoning two horses in deep snow in central British Columbia last year. (Sun, 06 Dec 2009 02:31:38 GMT)
Attorney Generals Office says Belen didnt violate Open Meetings Act
The New Mexico Attorney General's Office addressed a complaint filed against the city of Belen by a local citizens group in a determination that may have raised more questions than answers. (Sun, 06 Dec 2009 03:47:09 GMT)
Baucus Nominated Lover For U.S. Attorney
Senate Finance Committee Chairman Max Baucus was romantically involved with a former staffer when he recommended her earlier this year to become the next U.S. attorney for Montana, a spokesman said. The Montana Democrat and his former state office director Melodee Hanes began their relationship in the summer of 2008 after Baucus separated from his wife, Ty Matsdorf told The Associated Press late ... (Sun, 06 Dec 2009 05:06:34 GMT)
Attorney’s daughter: Mom had to have deal with Tiger Woods
NEW YORK — The daughter of high-profile attorney Gloria Allred says that when her mother canceled a news conference with one of Tiger Woods’ alleged mistresses that could mean only one thing — she made a deal with the Woods camp. (Sun, 06 Dec 2009 05:28:27 GMT)
Lawyer up for PI murder
A Joburg lawyer has been arrested after a client, a now-identified PI, was shot in his office. (Sun, 06 Dec 2009 05:44:43 GMT)
Local briefs: Justice Dept. salutes attorney's efforts
David Gappa, an assistant U.S. attorney working out of Fresno's federal courthouse, was honored for "Superior Performance as an Assistant United States Attorney-Criminal" for prosecuting child sexual exploitation cases. (Sun, 06 Dec 2009 06:46:10 GMT)
Lotter lawyer leaves as money dries up
The lawyer representing Nicolette and Hardus Lotter, who are accused of killing their parents, on Friday withdrew his services to the pair. (Sun, 06 Dec 2009 06:51:55 GMT)
County lawyer sues over remarks
A lawyer in the Denton County District Attorney's Office has filed a racial discrimination suit against the county, the district attorney's office and three lawyers in the office, alleging that their actions created a hostile work environment. Denton attorney Bill Trantham, who represents lawyer Nadiya Williams-Boldware, filed the suit Tuesday in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District ... (Sun, 06 Dec 2009 06:52:25 GMT)
Max Baucus defends nominating girlfriend Melodee Hanes to become U.S. attorney
Senate Finance Committee Chairman Max Baucus, D-Mont., on Saturday defended recommending his girlfriend and former staffer to become a U.S. attorney, arguing that she is a "highly qualified prosecutor" who would have served his home state well. (Sun, 06 Dec 2009 08:22:16 GMT)
Baucus: Girlfriend merited US attorney nomination
Senate Finance Committee Chairman Max Baucus defended recommending his girlfriend for appointment as Montana's U.S. attorney, saying Saturday his one-time staff member and the former state prosecutor is "highly qualified" but eventually withdrew her nomination. (Sun, 06 Dec 2009 08:29:58 GMT)
Fair Board gets no legal help from Attorney General
COSTA MESA –The state's Attorney General has told the Orange County Fair Board to find alternative legal counsel because of potential conflicts of interest involving the disputed proposed sale of the fairgrounds, a Department of Justice memo says.... (Sun, 06 Dec 2009 08:59:05 GMT)
Smart Money: Power of attorney may be too late
DEAR BRUCE: My wife and I are in our mid-50s. She recently suffered a catastrophic brain aneurysm. The care that she will require will strain our family's resources. A family lawyer could only offer obtaining power of attorney. Could you please provide a (Sun, 06 Dec 2009 09:09:44 GMT)
Disgraced attorney collected $35 million in 2008
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. -- Attorneys sorting through the books of disbarred Florida lawyer Scott Rothstein have uncovered handsome salaries for the disgraced attorney and his partners.In 2008, Rothstei... (Sun, 06 Dec 2009 10:22:36 GMT)
Israeli govt approves new attorney general
The cabinet on Sunday unanimously approved a new attorney general, Yehuda Weinstein, a senior criminal lawyer who has represented some of Israel's top politicians in graft cases. (Sun, 06 Dec 2009 10:54:39 GMT)
Attorney mulls over tax collector post
Carlisle attorney Dirk Berry plans to take at least the weekend to decide whether he will accept the elected office of borough tax collector. (Sun, 06 Dec 2009 11:43:36 GMT)
Fla. Lawyer Charged With Fraud Collected $35M in 2008
Attorneys sorting through the books of disbarred Florida lawyer Scott Rothstein have uncovered handsome salaries for the disgraced attorney and his partners. (Sun, 06 Dec 2009 13:17:18 GMT)
Brotherston murder trial: No evidence defendant choked victim, lawyer says
The lawyer for Ken Brotherston Jr., who is on trial for second-degree murder with his father and brother, will apply tomorrow to have the charge dismissed on the basis there is no evidence against his client. (Sun, 06 Dec 2009 16:10:20 GMT)
Lawyer ready to face SC over ‘1959’
A CIVIL society lawyer and University of the Philippines law professor will question before the Supreme Court (SC) the declaration of Martial Law in the province of Maguindanao. read more (Sun, 06 Dec 2009 16:49:05 GMT)
Attorney Mark Barker announces bid to unseat Apuan
Mark Barker, a Colorado Springs attorney and former police officer, announced Saturday that he will battle for the chance to unseat Democratic Rep. Dennis Apuan in El Paso County. Barker will face Kit Roupe in the Republican primary in state... (Sun, 06 Dec 2009 17:31:10 GMT)
Defense Attorney: Out-Of-State Profiling Illegal
A defense attorney claims that the Utah Highway Patrol profiles cars with out-of-state license plates on Interstate 80. (Sun, 06 Dec 2009 17:58:02 GMT)
Plymouth town attorney disagrees with points made in report
PLYMOUTH — Town Attorney Sal Vitrano released a letter to the state victim advocate Tuesday disputing some of the allegations made about local police in a report released Monday about the murder of a Terryville woman by her husband in 2007. (Sun, 06 Dec 2009 18:36:56 GMT)
Defense attorney: out-of-state profiling illegal
Associated Press - December 6, 2009 1:55 PM ET PARK CITY, Utah (AP) - A defense attorney claims that the Utah Highway Patrol profiles cars with out-of-state license plates on Interstate... (Sun, 06 Dec 2009 19:10:16 GMT)
Federal grand jury indicts local attorney
NORFOLK -- A federal grand jury has indicted a 79-year-old attorney from Williamsburg over allegations he made false declarations in a bankruptcy case and a false oath in a bankruptcy proceeding. (Sun, 06 Dec 2009 20:44:54 GMT)
Attorney General Bruning Announces Sentence
Attorney General Jon Bruning Friday announced that Charles Fieldgrove of Litchfield has been sentenced to as many as 40 years in prison for the abuse of his girlfriend’s daughter. (Sun, 06 Dec 2009 22:28:04 GMT)
Plymouth town attorney disagrees with points made in report
PLYMOUTH — Town Attorney Sal Vitrano released a letter to the state victim advocate Tuesday disputing some of the allegations made about local police in a report released Monday about the murder of a Terryville woman by her husband in 2007. (Mon, 07 Dec 2009 00:36:55 GMT)
Blago's Attorney's Office Burglarized
Chicago Police come up empty handed after searching a home they thought could be linked to this weekend's burglary at the office of Rod Blagojevich's attorney. (Mon, 07 Dec 2009 02:28:47 GMT)
Israeli cabinet appoints next attorney general
Israeli cabinet on Sunday morning unanimously voted to appoint Attorney Yehuda Weinstein as the country's next attorney general, Israeli Prime Minister's office said in a statement. Weinstein, 65, will replace current attorney general Menachem Mazuz from February 1, 2010, said the statement, adding that his term will last six years, until January 31, 2016. The start of Weinstein's term "is ... (Mon, 07 Dec 2009 02:35:55 GMT)
Ogle County State's Attorney Expected to Receive Award
It's a legal system battle that has gone on for years. How can we prevent troubled teens from becoming criminal adults? This important topic is gaining one local state's attorney national recognition. (Mon, 07 Dec 2009 03:28:58 GMT)
Philippines Lawyer for Ampatuan Clan Seeks End of Military Rule
Dec. 7 (Bloomberg) -- A lawyer representing the ruling clan in the Philippines Maguindanao province has asked the Supreme Court to lift military rule put in place after the election- related massacre of 57 people last month. (Mon, 07 Dec 2009 04:20:13 GMT)
Senate refuses limits on some attorney fees
Senate refuses limits on some attorney fees (Mon, 07 Dec 2009 04:37:44 GMT)
Lawyer's 1988 slaying remains a mystery
HAMMOND | In the stack of 8-by-10-inch glossy color photos ofMickey Banning, 43, dead on his office floor on Calumet Avenue inHammond in 1988, there is one picture that illustrates thefrustrating mystery of the unusual daylight murder of a lawyer onone of Northwest Indiana's busiest roads. (Mon, 07 Dec 2009 04:50:02 GMT)
Ampatuan lawyer files petition for bail (1:01 p.m.)
LAWYER of Datu Unsay, Maguindanao Mayor Andal Ampatuan Jr. filed a petition for bail before the Regional Trial Court in Cotabato City Monday. read more (Mon, 07 Dec 2009 05:13:37 GMT)
Michigan's attorney general says he’ll sue to protect lakes from carp
Michigan’s attorney general says he will sue to try to force the closure of Chicago-area locks and protect the Great Lakes from the invasive Asian carp. Attorney General Mike Cox said in a statement Sunday that the federal lawsuit will be filed soon but his office did not provide an exact time frame. The suit would aim to close locks in the Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal, where officials found ... (Mon, 07 Dec 2009 05:14:02 GMT)
Obituary: Judd Nycum Poffinberger Jr. / Longtime lawyer for K&L Gates
For 41 years, the offer of employment from Pittsburgh law firm K&L Gates hung, framed, on the wall of Judd Poffinberger's office. (Mon, 07 Dec 2009 05:23:18 GMT)
Johnson is new Bloomington city attorney
Sandra Johnson has been appointed Bloomington's new city attorney, replacing David Ornstein, who retired last week after 36 years with the city. City Manager Mark Bernhardson made the appointment to replace outgoing City Attorney David Ornstein. The appointment was announced Nov. 25. (Mon, 07 Dec 2009 07:10:10 GMT)
Hearing Delayed For Man Accused Of Posing As Lawyer
A man convicted in North Dakota for impersonating a lawyer is getting a new attorney to defend him against similar charges in Colorado. (Mon, 07 Dec 2009 07:11:33 GMT)
Defense Attorney Gets 14 Years in Prison for Conspiring to Threaten Witnesses
The prosecutions of attorney Robert Simels and his former associate Arienne Irving, both of whom were convicted in August of conspiring to threaten witnesses, came to very different conclusions on Friday. (Mon, 07 Dec 2009 08:02:48 GMT)
NAS ESCAPES DUI CHARGES: Lawyer for rapper says 'state’s own lab results were negative for any drugs, including ...
*A lawyer for rapper Nas is denying recent reports that he was charged with DUI near his Atlanta home after cops accused him of being high on marijuana during a Sept. 10 traffic stop. (Mon, 07 Dec 2009 08:13:47 GMT)
Council hires city attorney Tuesday
The St. Helena City Council will consider a contract with a new city attorney at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 8 at Vintage Hall. The name of the attorney selected by the council won’t be made public until next week’s city council packet is released on Thursday or Friday. (Mon, 07 Dec 2009 08:23:36 GMT)
Coakley touts record, experience as attorney general
NEWBURYPORT and mdash; The frontrunner in the race for U.S. Senate as the primary looms tomorrow, Martha Coakley says she is running on her record as attorney general and her commitment to the people of the Bay State. (Mon, 07 Dec 2009 09:08:14 GMT)
Attorney privilege: Writing his way to unwind
Attorney Harold "Hal" Levi has launched a second career as author of legal thrillers. (Mon, 07 Dec 2009 09:48:05 GMT)
Lawyer files for commission seat
Houston energy lawyer Jeff Weems filed last week to run for one of three commissioner positions with the Railroad Commission of Texas, the Austin agency that oversees all oil and gas production in the state. (Mon, 07 Dec 2009 11:13:27 GMT)
Ohio Attorney General Fights Wall Street Wrongs
Ohio Attorney General Richard Cordray has been in the job for less than a year, but he already is making a name for himself. He has filed multiple lawsuits against major Wall Street financial players. Some say the suits are more of a political move than a financial one. Karen Kasler reports for Ohio Public Radio. (Mon, 07 Dec 2009 11:13:53 GMT)
Things To Consider When Hiring Miami Personal Injury Lawyer
There are lots of Miami personal injury lawyer that are ready to help you. Most of them are just waiting to be called their attention. But as a victim you are in need of a good lawyer that will defend your rights. (Mon, 07 Dec 2009 11:52:27 GMT)
Ohio Attorney General Fights Wall Street Wrongs
December 7, 2009 Ohio Attorney General Richard Cordray has been in the job for less than a year, but he already is making a name for himself. He has filed multiple lawsuits against major Wall Street f... (Mon, 07 Dec 2009 12:37:22 GMT)
Doctor Who star David Tennant hoping to crack America with role in Rex is Not Your Lawyer
Departing Doctor Who David Tennant hopes to crack America after landing the star role in new US TV drama Rex is Not Your Lawyer. (Mon, 07 Dec 2009 12:37:33 GMT)
Morning Rush: Mayor Dawn Zimmer hires Michael Kates as top attorney and Democrats write new bills to protect their ...
Hoboken Mayor Dawn Zimmer has hired Michael Kates - a partner at Kates Nussman Rapone Ellis & Farhi , with offices in Hackensack and New York - as the city's top attorney, according to The Jersey Journal. (Mon, 07 Dec 2009 13:38:26 GMT)
Lawyer says intense publicity hurting accused swindler’s chance at fair trial
The intense publicity swirling around alleged fraudster Earl Jones could be jeopardizing his chance at a fair criminal trial even before it begins, his lawyer said Friday. (Mon, 07 Dec 2009 13:48:21 GMT)
Sadhvi was illegally detained by ATS: lawyer
Mumbai, Dec 7 (PTI) Claiming that sadhvi Pragya Singh Thakur was detained illegally by the Anti-Terrorist Squad which probed the Malegaon blast case, her lawyer today argued that even her interrogation was illegal because a woman cannot be summoned to police station for mere questioning. (Mon, 07 Dec 2009 14:53:44 GMT)
Lawyer: Videos offer no evidence of pattern of illegal conduct by community organizer ACORN
Lawyer: Videos offer no evidence of pattern of illegal conduct by community organizing group ACORN (Mon, 07 Dec 2009 15:59:31 GMT)
Murder trial: Ken Brotherston Jr.'s lawyer to apply for dismissal of charges
The lawyer for Ken Brotherston Jr., who is on trial for second-degree murder with his father and brother, will apply today to have the charge dismissed on the basis there is no evidence against his client. (Mon, 07 Dec 2009 16:08:49 GMT)
Sadhvi was illegally interrogated by ATS: lawyer
The lawyer of Malegaon blast accused Sadhvi Pragya Singh Thakur has claimed that the Anti-Terrorist Squad had detained and interrogated her illegally last year, as a woman cannot be summoned to a police station for mere questioning. (Mon, 07 Dec 2009 16:12:32 GMT)
Brotherston lawyer to appeal today for charge to be dismissed m
The lawyer for Ken Brotherston Jr., who is on trial for second-degree murder with his father and brother, will apply tomorrow to have the charge dismissed on the basis there is no evidence against his client. (Mon, 07 Dec 2009 16:28:06 GMT)
Gilmer attorney to run for Chief Justice
A Gilmer attorney said Monday he is running for Chief Justice of the Sixth Court of Appeals in Texarkana. (Mon, 07 Dec 2009 16:34:50 GMT)
Lawyer Hired by ACORN Finds No Pattern of Illegal Conduct by Group's Staff
The high-profile lawyer hired to investigate ACORN has found no pattern of intentional illegal conduct in the community organizing group -- a finding that was dismissed as "damage control" by one of the two filmmakers who, posing as a pimp and prostitute, videotaped staffers offering advice on how to operate a brothel . (Mon, 07 Dec 2009 16:44:58 GMT)
Lawyer concerned others not charged in camp bribe scandal
The lawyer for a Detroit cop who pleaded guilty to a bribery charge said he's concerned that other alleged conspirators have not yet been charged. (Mon, 07 Dec 2009 17:10:45 GMT)
Baucus: Girlfriend merited US attorney nomination
WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Finance Committee Chairman Max Baucus defended recommending his girlfriend for appointment as Montana’s U.S. attorney, saying Saturday his one-time staff member and the former state prosecutor is “highly qualified” but eventually withdrew her nomination. (Mon, 07 Dec 2009 18:49:10 GMT)
Top Gun DUI Defense Attorney(R) Myles L. Berman Announces Sponsorship of Frosty, Heidi and Frank Webpage
LOS ANGELES, Dec. 7 /PRNewswire/ -- Top Gun DUI Defense Attorney® Myles L. Berman announces his sponsorship of Frosty, Heidi and Frank Webpage. Myles L. (Mon, 07 Dec 2009 19:20:03 GMT)
District attorney appeals release of rape suspect
The Allegheny County District Attorney today asked the state Superior Court to put a rape defendant back in jail after his criminal case was dismissed last month for lack of action. (Mon, 07 Dec 2009 20:04:32 GMT)
Disbarred attorney indicted on accusations he stole from clients
View full sizeMultnomah CountyA Portland attorney who was recently disbarred has been indicted under accusations of stealing tens of thousands of dollars in client money. Michael Robert Shinn, 62, was briefly booked into the Multnomah County jail system at 9:57... (Mon, 07 Dec 2009 20:20:11 GMT)
Chimp Attack: State's Attorney To Release Report
No criminal charges will be filed against Sandra Herold, owner of the chimpanzee that attacked and mauled her friend Charla Nash in February, Stamford State's Attorney David Cohen announced Monday afternoon. (Mon, 07 Dec 2009 20:48:00 GMT)
Carl's Furniture City fined by Attorney General's office
WATERTOWN, N.Y. (WKTV) - New York State Attorney General Andrew Cuomo is requiring Carl's Furniture City to make good on delinquent deliveries and stop deceptive promotions. (Mon, 07 Dec 2009 21:10:53 GMT)
Lawyer seeks to replace Webster in House
CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- Charleston lawyer Meshea Poore hopes to replace the woman who narrowly edged her out in last years Democratic primary for the House of Delegates. Poore on Monday filed pre-candidacy papers for the 31st District seat, which former House... (Mon, 07 Dec 2009 21:25:02 GMT)
Three Coblentz Attorneys Take Prestigious Lawyer of the Year Honors from Best Lawyers
SAN FRANCISCO – Best Lawyers, the oldest and most respected peer-review publication in the legal profession, has named Coblentz, Patch, Duffy & Bass LLP Partners William K. Coblentz, Pamela Duffy and William T. Hutton “Lawyers of the Year” for 2010. The “Lawyer of the Year” honors, introduced in the Bay Area this year, recognize a single lawyer in 16 high-profile legal specialties. (Mon, 07 Dec 2009 23:37:31 GMT)
Lawyer fined for abandoning horses
An Edmonton lawyer who allegedly left two horses to die in deep snow and extreme cold near McBride last Christmas was fined $1,000 and sentenced to 12 months probation in McBride provincial court on Friday.Frank McKay pleaded guilty to causing distress to an animal under the B.C. Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act. Two other criminal charges of cruelty to animals were stayed.The horses were ... (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 00:13:57 GMT)
Randall County District Attorney says possibilities open for Leaf
Amarillo, Texas - Randall County District Attorney James Farren is running for re-election. He filed Monday. (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 00:31:19 GMT)
Attorney General Investigation on Voter Fraud in Winona
WINONA - Sources within the city of Winona confirm that a representative from the Attorney General's office spoke with people and police regarding a filed complaint involving voter fraud last Tuesday. The Attorney General would not comment about the General making an appearance this week in person regarding the investigation. Ronnie Marsh a former city counsel member is one of the four people ... (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 01:07:41 GMT)
Peacock killing trial postponed as Maloney dumps attorney
The woman charged in the beating death of a peacock in Makaha dumped her attorney Monday, forcing... (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 02:38:37 GMT)
Headley is cooperating in probe: Attorney
The attorney for suspected LeT operative David Headley charged with criminal conspiracy in the 26/11 Mumbai attacks has said his client is cooperating in the investigation, but declined to comment on "the substance of the allegation" in the charges filed by US prosecutors. (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 03:27:42 GMT)
Lawyer Named in N.Y. Pension Probe Files Federal Civil Rights Lawsuit
A New York lawyer has filed a federal civil rights suit accusing the state comptroller of illegally depriving him of his public retirement benefits and damaging his reputation by portraying him as a pension cheat. Albert A. D'Agostino, one of the attorneys involved in pension fund investigations by the comptroller and state AG, argues that he should get compensation based on a state court judge ... (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 03:30:54 GMT)
Reeves to challenge Shannon for city attorney spot
City Prosecutor Thomas Reeves has filed paperwork to run against City Attorney Robert Shannon in April. (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 03:45:20 GMT)
In death, jailed Russian lawyer Magnitsky sparks debate on civil society
In the weeks before his death in a Moscow prison, the lawyer Sergei Magnitsky drafted a series of handwritten letters and petitions describing his transfer through a succession of crowded jail cells, some reeking of sewage, others cold and damp, each more awful than the last. (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 03:46:57 GMT)
Lawyer’s drug charge could be dismissed
NORFOLK A judge ruled Monday that a lawyer who pleaded guilty to misdemeanor marijuana possession should be treated as a first offender. Steven Lederman, who worked in the state attorney general’s office, had originally been charged with a felony. The first offender status means the charge will be dismissed in six months if he continues to comply with the court’s orders. (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 04:08:00 GMT)
Attorney General honors prosecutors in murder trial
Two local federal prosecutors received prestigious awards from U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder last week in Washington, D.C., in recognition of their efforts fighting dangerous street crime in Chattanooga. (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 05:08:00 GMT)
District attorney asks court to put rape defendant back in jail
The Allegheny County District Attorney yesterday requested that the state Superior Court put a rape defendant back in jail after his criminal case was dismissed last month for lack of action. (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 05:23:28 GMT)
Venezuela attorney general says exiled opposition leader violated terms of asylum in Peru
CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) — Venezuela's attorney general contends exiled opposition leader Manuel Rosales has violated his asylum in Peru by speaking out in Washington about Venezuelan issues. (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 05:24:26 GMT)
Defense attorney says out-of-state profiling illegal
PARK CITY (AP) — A defense attorney claims the Utah Highway Patrol profiles cars with out-of-state license plates on I-80. (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 05:41:39 GMT)
L.A. council members want city attorney to resolve probe of Michael Jackson memorial
The city attorney's 'criminal investigation' of the event is hampering officials' efforts to recoup some of the $3.2-million cost of police and other city services from L.A. Live developer AEG. Los Angeles City Councilwoman Jan Perry said Monday that entertainment company AEG probably will not help defray the $3.2-million cost of police and other city services for the Michael Jackson memorial ... (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 06:02:58 GMT)
Defence lawyer addresses jury in murder trial
A lawyer representing a northern Tasmanian man on trial for murder has urged the jury to remember its job is not to make moral judgements. (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 06:15:54 GMT)
Gov. Herbert taps attorney to be general counsel
Gov. Gary Herbert has selected Salt Lake attorney John A. Pearce to serve as his general counsel. Pearce fills a position in the governor's office that has been vacant since shortly after Herbert took office in August. Herbert now has a full staff. (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 06:27:43 GMT)
Lawyer argues to spare life of guard's killer
DAYTONA BEACH -- A defense lawyer for the inmate who killed a corrections officer at Tomoka Correctional Institution argued Monday the killer's life should be spared from the death penalty because he suffers from a brain disorder. (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 08:10:03 GMT)
Ex-cop's lawyer: Why no charges for others?
The lawyer for a Detroit cop who pleaded guilty to a bribery charge in connection with the sale of a city-owned camp in Livingston County to the Chaldean Catholic Church said Monday that he's disturbed that other alleged conspirators have not yet been charged with crimes. (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 08:27:51 GMT)
Attorney William P. Conaboy succeeds James L. Brady as Allied Health Services CEO
Attorney William P. Conaboy will succeed James L. Brady as chief executive officer of Allied Health Services. Mr. Conaboy has served as chief general counsel for the organization and most recently as president. Mr. Brady, 71, ends nearly half a century (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 09:22:54 GMT)
Former colleagues say Baucus girlfriend eyed US attorney post for years, was well-qualified
BILLINGS, Mont. - Former colleagues of Montana Sen. Max Baucus' live-in girlfriend say she eyed the state's U.S. attorney post for years before he nominated her for the job. (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 09:51:29 GMT)
Baucus girlfriend eyed US attorney post for years
Montana Sen. Max Baucus' live-in girlfriend had eyed the state's U.S. attorney post for years before he nominated her for the job, her former colleagues said. Melodee Hanes, 53, the Democratic senator's former state director, was described by colleagues as a skilled trial attorney qualified for the federal prosecutor's job. She withdrew her nomination in March. Baucus, 67, is chairman of the ... (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 10:31:00 GMT)
Baucus girlfriend eyed US attorney post for years
Montana Sen. Max Baucus' live-in girlfriend had eyed the state's U.S. attorney post for years before he nominated her for the job, her former colleagues said. (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 10:31:59 GMT)
Toledo lawyer lauded for work with migrants
A Toledo lawyer has been honored by a national migrant farm workers’ advocacy group for his volunteer service. Jack Gallon, a founding member of Gallon, Takacs, Boissoneault & Schaffer Co., LPA, was among those honored at a reception last week in Washington by Farmworker Justice. For 40 years, Mr. Gallon has volunteered as general counsel to the Farm Labor Organizing Committee, a labor union ... (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 11:08:36 GMT)
'Self-styled' international lawyer seeks disqualification of Noynoy, Gibo, Manny
You can"t blame self-styled "international lawyer" Elly Pamatong for trying. Days after announcing his presidential bid, Pamatong seeks to disqualify three of his rivals - former defense chief Gilberto Teodoro, Jr. and senators Manny Villar and Benigno "Noynoy" Aquino III. (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 12:43:35 GMT)
Denver Lawyer No Longer on NYC Terror Case
A Denver lawyer thrust into the international spotlight while representing a Colorado man accused of plotting a terrorist attack is no longer on the case. (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 12:59:11 GMT)
North Tonawanda erred in actions on condos, lawyer says
NORTH TONAWANDA -- City officials lack the ability to hold a developer accountable for clearing trees from a Walck Road site because they previously canceled their approval of his plans, a city lawyer told the Planning Commission on Monday night. (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 13:28:19 GMT)
Big Bear Resort Condominium Owners Association Referred to Attorney General for Wastewater Violations at Lake of the ...
The Missouri Department of Natural Resources today referred Big Bear Resort Condominium Owners Association Inc., located off Duckhead Road near Lake Ozark, to the Missouri Attorney General's Office to pursue legal action for violations of Missouri's Clean Water Law. (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 13:31:50 GMT)
Lawyer for Chimp Attack Victim
Bill Monaco, the lawyer for the Nash family appeared on Good Day New York to react to a prosecutor deciding not to charge the owner of a chimpanzee that mauled and blinded Carla Nash in February. No charges are planned against Sandra Herold, of Stamford. (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 15:40:51 GMT)
Attorney general changing Alaska ethics rules
Alaska Attorney General Dan Sullivan plans to change the state's ethics rules to fix problems brought to light by complaints against former Gov. Sarah Palin. (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 18:23:55 GMT)
Arrest Warrant against El-Rufai Seeks to Intimidate, says Lawyer
LONDON, December 8 /PRNewswire/ -- An arrest warrant issued by the Nigerian police against the popular reformer Nasir El-Rufai has been denounced by his lawyer as "groundless" and "part of a campaign of intimidation." (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 18:27:17 GMT)
Edmonton lawyer guilty in horse abandonment case
An Edmonton lawyer has pleaded guilty to a charge of animal cruelty for leaving two horses on a snowy mountain near McBride, B.C., last year. (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 18:28:15 GMT)
Brownstown clerk overpaid herself, attorney general says
BROWNSTOWN, Ind. — A judge has frozen the assets of Brownstown Clerk-Treasurer Rebecka Fee, who the state attorney general's office has accused of overpaying herself by more than $365,000 in the past four years. (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 19:04:13 GMT)
Texas attorney general to question jurors for polygamist trial
ELDORADO, Texas (AP) — Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott made a surprise appearance Tuesday at the trial of a... (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 19:11:39 GMT)
Salahis Won’t Discuss Gate-Crash Incident, Lawyer’s Letter Says
Dec. 8 (Bloomberg) -- Tareq and Michaele Salahi, accused of crashing the Nov. 24 White House state dinner, won’t answer questions if subpoenaed by a congressional committee, their lawyer said in a letter today. (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 19:30:39 GMT)
PBG attorney: Barnett's comments could open city to legal liability
PBG attorney: Barnett's comments could open city to legal liability (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 19:38:02 GMT)
Detectives probe slaying of attorney at his upscale Palos Verdes home
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department detectives are investigating the fatal shooting of an attorney at his upscale home on the Palos Verdes Peninsula. (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 20:03:00 GMT)
Law Publication Names Smith Moore Leatherwoods Alan Duncan Lawyer of the Year
GREENSBORO – Smith Moore Leatherwood attorney Alan W. Duncan has been named a 2010 Lawyer of the Year by Best Lawyers, a publication that rates attorneys based on input from other lawyers. Duncan practices in Smith Moore Leatherwood’s Greensboro office as a member of the litigation group. (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 20:53:10 GMT)
Prominent attorney fatally shot on lawn of his Rolling Hills Estates home
Los Angeles County sheriff's detectives today are trying to sort out a mystery in upscale Rolling Hills Estates after a prominent attorney was fatally shot on the lawn of his home. (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 21:03:26 GMT)
Surprise city attorney won't take Scottsdale post
Michael Bailey will not be the next city attorney in Scottsdale. (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 21:08:18 GMT)
Los Angeles area attorney fatally shot at his home
A California attorney has died after being shot in the head outside his Los Angeles area home. (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 21:16:38 GMT)
Los Angeles area business attorney fatally shot in head outside his home
ROLLING HILLS ESTATES, Calif. - A California attorney has died after being shot in the head outside his Los Angeles area home. Los Angeles County Sheriff's spokesman Steve Whitmore says the lawyer died in a hospital at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday. (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 21:22:10 GMT)
Fatal blow not murder, says defence lawyer
A PERTH man who hit a stranger in the head with a length of wood at Ravenswood last year is guilty of manslaughter, according to his lawyer. But Greg Richardson told the Launceston Supreme Court jury that Andrew John Semmens, 28, did not murder Nathan John Woolley. (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 22:09:05 GMT)
Know Just How to Find the Top Miami Personal Injury Lawyer
The Miami personal injury lawyer can definitely help you seek compensation and justice from the negligence you’ve fallen victim for. But finding the right legal representation can be frustrating if you don’t know the qualifications that can consider one a top personal injury lawyer. (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 22:37:28 GMT)
Baucus girlfriend eyed US attorney post for years
Montana Sen. Max Baucus' live-in girlfriend had eyed the state's U.S. attorney post for years before he nominated her for the job, her former colleagues said. (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 22:52:34 GMT)
Law Publication Names Smith Moore Leatherwoods Alan Duncan Lawyer of the Year
GREENSBORO – Smith Moore Leatherwood attorney Alan W. Duncan has been named a 2010 Lawyer of the Year by Best Lawyers, a publication that rates attorneys based on input from other lawyers. Duncan practices in Smith Moore Leatherwood’s Greensboro office as a member of the litigation group. (Tue, 08 Dec 2009 23:24:21 GMT)
Salahis will plead the Fifth if subpoenaed, lawyer says
If Congress decides to subpoena the Salahis , the alleged White House crashers will plead the Fifth, their lawyer has said. The House Homeland Security Committee is scheduled to vote Wednesday whether to compel the controversial couple to testify as part of the investigation into security lapses at... (Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:41:38 GMT)
Prominent L.A. Attorney Fatally Shot at His Home
A prominent attorney died Tuesday after being shot in the head outside his Los Angeles area home. (Wed, 09 Dec 2009 02:47:08 GMT)
Prominent LA attorney fatally shot at his home
A prominent attorney died Tuesday after he was shot in the head outside his California home. (Wed, 09 Dec 2009 03:41:21 GMT)
Lawyer Arrested After Bringing Gun Into Courthouse
A lawyer was arrested Monday for entering a Georgia courthouse with a loaded .40-caliber handgun in his briefcase, according to a court administrator. Rodd C. Walton of the Walton Law Group in Atlanta was taken into custody on charges of carrying a concealed weapon and carrying a weapon into a public gathering. A profile on the Walton firm's Web site says he is a past deputy general counsel of ... (Wed, 09 Dec 2009 04:01:10 GMT)
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