Attorney News Jan 2010
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Sarpy attorney receives TOYO Award
The Omaha Jaycees have honored Stephanie Hansen, a senior attorney in the Sarpy County Attorney’s Office, as a 77th Annual TOYO (Ten Outstanding Young Omahans) Award recipient. (Fri, 15 Jan 2010 21:25:22 GMT)
Dissident Chinese lawyer Gao Zhisheng has ‘gone missing’, his brother is told
A dissident Chinese lawyer who was taken into custody more than ten months ago has gone missing. (Fri, 15 Jan 2010 21:27:24 GMT)
KBI has backlog of 35,000 DNA samples, attorney general says
Kansas lawmakers passed a law in 2008 requiring a DNA sample from everyone arrested for a felony, but just two years later, the system has a 35,000 sample backlog. Kansas Attorney General Steve Six said the Legislature never appropriated enough money to handle the 10,000 samples the Kansas Bureau of Investigation now receives annually. (Fri, 15 Jan 2010 22:33:33 GMT)
Lawyer: Client faces danger if he flees to Iran
A management consultant charged with violating the Iran Trade Embargo is no risk to flee to Iran because it would be dangerous for him to do so, his lawyer told a judge Friday as he argued for him to be freed on bail. (Fri, 15 Jan 2010 22:33:48 GMT)
Attorney Wants To Leave Blagojevich Defense Team
Former Gov. Rod Blagojevich may be losing another lawyer. Veteran defense attorney Allan Ackerman filed court papers Thursday asking permission to withdraw, citing "philosophical differences" among the lawyers. (Fri, 15 Jan 2010 23:45:42 GMT)
Lawyer plans to leave Blagojevich defense team
Former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich (blah-GOY'-uh-vich) may be losing a lawyer. Veteran defense attorney Allan Ackerman filed papers in federal court asking permission to withdraw, citing "philosophical differences" among the lawyers. (Fri, 15 Jan 2010 23:53:19 GMT)
Highland city attorney David Church resigns
HIGHLAND — David Church is resigning as Highland's city attorney after 10 years. (Fri, 15 Jan 2010 23:53:34 GMT)
One charge against Venetia attorney withdrawn
Prosecutors have withdrawn a felony drug charge against an attorney accused of bringing cocaine into the Allegheny County jail. (Sat, 16 Jan 2010 01:57:02 GMT)
New Rusk County District Attorney appointed
The governor appointed a new Rusk County District Attorney. (Sat, 16 Jan 2010 02:18:50 GMT)
Lawyer worked to make downtown safer
Lawyer worked to make downtown safer (Sat, 16 Jan 2010 03:14:06 GMT)
MACC’s lawyer almost cited for contempt
SHAH ALAM: The inquest into the death of Teoh Beng Hock saw some tense moments yesterday with the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission’s (MACC) lawyer almost being cited for contempt because he made certain remarks about lawyer Karpal Singh’s disability. (Sat, 16 Jan 2010 03:28:16 GMT)
Higa's Attorney Accuses Judge Of Bias
The attorney for accused toddler killer Matthew Higa says they will not use an insanity defense. (Sat, 16 Jan 2010 03:56:33 GMT)
Lawyer plans to leave Blagojevich defense team
Former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich (blah-GOY'-uh-vich) may be losing a lawyer. (Sat, 16 Jan 2010 04:56:23 GMT)
Kansas attorney general cites DNA sample backlog
Kansas lawmakers passed a law in 2008 requiring a DNA sample from everyone arrested for a felony. Two years later, the system has a 35,000 sample backlog. Kansas Attorney General Steve Six said the Legislature never appropriated enough money to handle the 10,000 samples the Kansas Bureau of Investigation receives annually. (Sat, 16 Jan 2010 04:58:34 GMT)
Reading man's conviction upheld in plan to kill Schuylkill County district attorney
Pennsylvania Superior Court has denied a Reading man's appeal of a 2006 conviction for trying to plan the killing of the Schuylkill County district attorney. (Sat, 16 Jan 2010 05:17:13 GMT)
Seattle's new city attorney to dismiss cases of pot possession
Seattle's new city attorney is dismissing all marijuana-possession cases, starting with those that were already under way under the old city attorney. (Sat, 16 Jan 2010 05:53:31 GMT)
San Bernardino County district attorney cleared of misconduct
An investigation of San Bernardino County District Attorney Mike Ramos clears him of retaliating against an employee he allegedly had an affair with, according to a memo released by the county human resources department Friday. (Sat, 16 Jan 2010 07:37:45 GMT)
Receiver’s attorney deserves a game ball
For Chargers receiver Vincent Jackson, a Pro Bowl-caliber season has many essential components. A good quarterback is key. So is staying healthy. It also helps to have a good attorney. (Sat, 16 Jan 2010 08:22:51 GMT)
Blackwell's lawyer fights to dismiss case
The lawyer for former Highland Park Emergency Financial Manager Arthur Blackwell II said he intends to ask a circuit court judge to dismiss the criminal case against his client. Blackwell pleaded not guilty Friday at his arraignment in Wayne County Circuit Court to felony charges that he illegally took $264,000 in unauthorized pay while he held the Highland Park post. (Sat, 16 Jan 2010 08:23:53 GMT)
Lawyer wanted to end text message case
Former Detroit city law chief John Johnson Jr. wanted to throw in the towel and release all the secret settlement documents in the 2007 police whistle-blower lawsuit, but then-Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick insisted they fight it all the way to the state Supreme Court, a city lawyer testified Friday. (Sat, 16 Jan 2010 08:24:03 GMT)
Race for attorney general grows by one
Montgomery attorney James Anderson wants to be head of the largest law firm in the state. (Sat, 16 Jan 2010 10:09:12 GMT)
Appletons Len Kachinsky, Brendan Dasseys former attorney, defends comments to press in Teresa Halbach case
MANITOWOC The Appleton attorney who represented Brendan Dassey for six months after his arrest for the killing of Teresa Halbach defended his comments to the press that he might seek a plea bargain and that Dassey was expressing remorse. (Sat, 16 Jan 2010 10:22:18 GMT)
Lawyer fell for the charms of confidence trickster
As a leading lawyer in the field of dispute resolution Moira Karsten was used to advising people on how to deal with difficult situations. (Sat, 16 Jan 2010 10:31:35 GMT)
Iran lawyer hopeful after French woman's trial
The lawyer of a French teaching assistant who was arrested on spying charges after Iran's disputed June election said he was hopeful she would be acquitted after a court held its last trial session on Saturday. (Sat, 16 Jan 2010 10:38:00 GMT)
Higa lawyer wants judge out
Accused child killer Matthew Higa's lawyer has asked the presiding judge to disqualify himself from the case. If that motion fails and the murder trial begins as scheduled Jan. 25, defense lawyer Randall Oyama will argue that toddler Cyrus Belt was already dead when Higa dropped him from a freeway overpass two years ago, Oyama said yesterday. (Sat, 16 Jan 2010 12:16:19 GMT)
Attorney: Flowers sloppy with finances, but no thief
Charles Flowers has spent his entire adult life serving the children of Cook County, the regional schools chief's attorney said of the man accused of stealing and misusing nearly $400,000 from his patronage-packed public office. "He worked for the children, and more importantly, special needs children," attorney Tim Grace said. Flowers, a former special education teacher and administrator, is ... (Sat, 16 Jan 2010 13:01:16 GMT)
Attorney found in contempt of court, faces charge
FREMONT -- A city attorney in danger of being suspended indefinitely from practicing law in Ohio has been found in contempt of court and faces a drunken driving charge. (Sat, 16 Jan 2010 13:32:45 GMT)
Photo law problematic, attorney says
WEBSTER A law that criminalizes certain photographs could have ramifications for artists, a civil rights attorney said. (Sat, 16 Jan 2010 13:32:48 GMT)
Attorney found in contempt of court, faces charge
FREMONT -- A city attorney in danger of being suspended indefinitely from practicing law in Ohio has been found in contempt of court and faces a drunken driving charge. Andrew Lockshin, 33, admitted Jan. 8 that he was in contempt of court because he did not show up to represent a client in his jury trial Nov. 19 in Sandusky County Common Pleas Court. (Sat, 16 Jan 2010 13:37:35 GMT)
Newark lawyer Paul Bergrin, charged with murder, witness intimidation, returns to federal prison
NEWARK -- A once-prominent Newark lawyer charged with murder and witness intimidation is back in federal prison after his attorney objected to a transfer to Bergen County jail, a report in the Asbury Park Press said. A federal judge released... (Sat, 16 Jan 2010 14:47:12 GMT)
Lawyer hopeful Iran will acquit French academic
A lawyer for a French academic charged with endangering Iran's security said Saturday he is hopeful she will be acquitted in a verdict expected within a week. (Sat, 16 Jan 2010 15:10:15 GMT)
New U.S. attorney: Pressure on Obama Admin to get it done
After months, yea perhaps a year or more, U.S. Attorney Jim Greenlee apparently is packing up to leave the job President Bush appointed him to in 2001. (Sat, 16 Jan 2010 15:39:32 GMT)
Attorney: Flowers sloppy with finances, but no thief
Charles Flowers has spent his entire adult life serving the children of Cook County, the regional schools chief's attorney said of the man accused of stealing and misusing nearly $400,000 from his patronage-packed public office. "He worked for the children, and more importantly, special needs children," attorney Tim Grace said. Flowers, a former special education teacher and administrator, is ... (Sat, 16 Jan 2010 16:06:41 GMT)
French academic's lawyer upbeat on Iran verdict
French academic Clotilde Reiss's lawyer expressed confidence she would be acquitted after she appeared in court in Tehran on Saturday on charges of acting against Iranian national security during anti-government protests in June. (Sat, 16 Jan 2010 16:11:50 GMT)
State attorney general hopefuls report campaign funds
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) - Potential candidates for New York state attorney general have raised millions of dollars so far as they wait to see whether Andrew Cuomo will leave the office to run for governor. (Sat, 16 Jan 2010 16:19:36 GMT)
Iran lawyer hopeful after French woman's trial
TEHRAN (Reuters) - The lawyer of a French teaching assistant who was arrested on spying charges after Iran's disputed June election said he was hopeful she would be acquitted after a court held its last trial session on Saturday. (Sat, 16 Jan 2010 16:34:14 GMT)
Kentucky attorney general warns of Haiti scams
FRANKFORT — As Kentuckians open their hearts and pocketbooks to support earthquake relief efforts in Haiti, Attorney General Jack Conway warns that scammers may try to prey on their generosity. (Sat, 16 Jan 2010 17:00:33 GMT)
Tutsi rebel chief Nkunda ready for trial: lawyer
Former Tutsi rebel chief Laurent Nkunda is not afraid of trial in the Democratic Republic of Congo or in an international court, his lawyer said Saturday. (Sat, 16 Jan 2010 17:55:28 GMT)
Terror suspect's attorney knows how to make a deal
Associated Press - January 16, 2010 2:14 PM ET CHICAGO (AP) - Attorney John Theis sometimes finds himself awake at night worrying about his clients. (Sat, 16 Jan 2010 19:19:12 GMT)
Photo law problematic, attorney says
WEBSTER A law that criminalizes certain photographs could have ramifications for artists, a civil rights attorney said. (Sat, 16 Jan 2010 19:32:49 GMT)
Terror suspect's attorney knows how to make a deal
Attorney John Theis sometimes finds himself awake at night worrying about his clients -- not surprising when he's trying to keep them out of the execution chamber. (Sat, 16 Jan 2010 20:53:09 GMT)
E-mail confirms U.S. attorney's retirement imminent
OXFORD – An e-mail titled "Jim Greenlee Retirement Reception" confirms the Republican-appointed U.S. attorney will leave his post soon. The message apparently was sent at 3 p.m. Friday by Gina Phillips Kilgore, chief deputy for operations at the U.S. District Court in Oxford. (Sat, 16 Jan 2010 21:24:06 GMT)
ND Attorney General applauds withdrawal of Neb. health care deal
North Dakota Attorney General Wayne Stenehjem is applauding the withdrawal of a provision in federal health-care legislation that exempted Nebraska from paying some extra Medicaid costs. (Sat, 16 Jan 2010 21:51:22 GMT)
Iran lawyer hopeful after French woman's trial
The lawyer of a French teaching assistant who was arrested on spying charges after Iran's disputed June election said he was hopeful she would be acquitted after a court held its last trial session on Saturday. (Sat, 16 Jan 2010 21:59:00 GMT)
Terror suspect's attorney knows how to make a deal
Attorney John Theis sometimes finds himself awake at night worrying about his clients - not surprising when he's trying to keep them out of the execution chamber. (Sat, 16 Jan 2010 22:26:02 GMT)
Lawyer lists dead parents as witnesses
Lawyer Emmy Bezzina has taken the highly unusual step of listing his deceased parents and grandmother among the witnesses in a case filed against him over inheritance. (Sat, 16 Jan 2010 23:30:19 GMT)
It is not an e-mail from the Attorney General
Chances are pretty good that U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder is not going to send you a personal e-mail. So, if your inbox includes an e-mail from Holder threatening to prosecute you for money laundering and terrorist-related activities, it most likely is a hoax. (Sun, 17 Jan 2010 01:01:38 GMT)
LRNRD sends new water plan to attorney general
ALMA - A draft 2010 integrated water management plan for the Lower Republican Natural Resources District, including an alternative for Republican River Compact compliance in water-short years, will be delivered to the Nebraska Attorney General's Office today. (Sun, 17 Jan 2010 01:50:59 GMT)
State Bar’s ‘Talk to a Lawyer’ event Monday
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana State Bar Association and the Indiana Pro Bono Commission will sponsor “Talk to a Lawyer Today,” a pro bono program to provide legal assistance to the underserved on Monday, as an annual tribute to Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. (Sun, 17 Jan 2010 02:13:54 GMT)
Jamestown attorney sworn in for new ND judgeship
A Jamestown attorney has been sworn in as the newest Southeast District judge for North Dakota. (Sun, 17 Jan 2010 02:21:22 GMT)
Omaha Attorney to Challenge Bruning in AG's Race
Omaha attorney Van Argyrakis has filed paperwork to run for Nebraska attorney general. (Sun, 17 Jan 2010 03:13:08 GMT)
Frankford to review township attorney contract this week
FRANKFORD -- Township officials plan to vote on a contract Tuesday for newly appointed township attorney, Glenn Kienz, a former paid consultant for Sussex Commons and former attorney for Committeeman Sam Castimore. (Sun, 17 Jan 2010 04:20:38 GMT)
Photo law problematic, attorney says
WEBSTER A law that criminalizes certain photographs could have ramifications for artists, a civil rights attorney said. (Sun, 17 Jan 2010 04:32:59 GMT)
Former Janet Reno aide expected to be named U.S. attorney for South Florida
When Barack Obama was elected president, Miami's Democratic machine revved up to raise the profile of Wifredo Ferrer -- now the likely nominee for U.S. attorney in Miami. (Sun, 17 Jan 2010 04:49:18 GMT)
Lawyer plans to leave Blagojevich defense team
Former Gov. Rod Blagojevich may be losing a lawyer. (Sun, 17 Jan 2010 05:13:47 GMT)
Lawyer back in federal custody
NEWARK, N.J., Jan. 17 (UPI) -- A New Jersey lawyer charged with arranging to have a prosecution witness killed has been returned to a federal detention center. (Sun, 17 Jan 2010 06:08:41 GMT)
HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP: Goodell is township attorney again
The Hopewell Township Committee voted unanimously Monday night to reappoint Steve Goodell as township attorney for another year. (Sun, 17 Jan 2010 06:32:45 GMT)
NC attorney general warns of Haiti-related scams
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) - North Carolina’s attorney general is warning residents to be sure that the money they donate to relief efforts in Haiti isn’t actually going to a scam artist. (Sun, 17 Jan 2010 07:17:57 GMT)
LRNRD sends new water plan to attorney general
ALMA - A draft 2010 integrated water management plan for the Lower Republican Natural Resources District, including an alternative for Republican River Compact compliance in water-short years, will be delivered to the Nebraska Attorney General's Office today. (Sun, 17 Jan 2010 08:50:59 GMT)
Sarpy attorney receives TOYO Award
The Omaha Jaycees have honored Stephanie Hansen, a senior attorney in the Sarpy County Attorney’s Office, as a 77th Annual TOYO (Ten Outstanding Young Omahans) Award recipient. (Sun, 17 Jan 2010 09:30:11 GMT)
Family lawyer opens offices in Chipstead
Family lawyer Sara Ludlow has always been drawn to the personal side of law, so setting up her own practice was an obvious next step to get closer to her clients. (Sun, 17 Jan 2010 09:35:40 GMT)
Photo law problematic, attorney says
WEBSTER A law that criminalizes certain photographs could have ramifications for artists, a civil rights attorney said. (Sun, 17 Jan 2010 10:33:02 GMT)
Utility lawyer named to PUC; member renamed
A veteran utility lawyer has been appointed and an incumbent member reappointed to the state Public Utility Commission. (Sun, 17 Jan 2010 11:25:20 GMT)
Lawyer plans to leave Blagojevich defense team
Former Gov. Rod Blagojevich may be losing a lawyer. Veteran defense attorney Allan Ackerman filed papers in federal court asking permission to withdraw, citing "philosophical differences" among the lawyers. He didn't spell out what the differences were, but said that as a result he is "no longer able to stridently participate in the defense of the accused." A voicemail left for Ackerman at his ... (Sun, 17 Jan 2010 12:31:42 GMT)
It is not an e-mail from the Attorney General
Chances are pretty good that U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder is not going to send you a personal e-mail. So, if your inbox includes an e-mail from Holder threatening to prosecute you for money laundering and terrorist-related activities, it most likely is a hoax. (Sun, 17 Jan 2010 12:46:22 GMT)
E-mail confirms U.S. attorney's retirement imminent
OXFORD – An e-mail titled "Jim Greenlee Retirement Reception" confirms the Republican-appointed U.S. attorney will leave his post soon. The message apparently was sent at 3 p.m. Friday by Gina Phillips Kilgore, chief deputy for operations at the U.S. District Court in Oxford. (Sun, 17 Jan 2010 13:24:53 GMT)
Iran jails opposition ex-MP for six years: lawyer
TEHRAN (AFP) - Iran has sentenced senior reformist and former MP Mohsen Safai Farahani, arrested after the disputed June presidential election, to six years in jail, his lawyer said on Sunday. (Sun, 17 Jan 2010 14:44:00 GMT)
District attorney reviewing charges against FdL pastor accused of embezzling
The future of a pastor accused of stealing from his church is now in the hands of the Fond du Lac County district attorney. (Sun, 17 Jan 2010 15:33:08 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, 17 Jan 2010 17:48:15 GMT)
Saddam's ex-deputy PM Aziz in hospital after stroke: lawyer
Iraq's former deputy premier Tareq Aziz under Saddam Hussein has suffered a stroke and been moved from jail to a US military hospital, his lawyer told AFP on Sunday. (Sun, 17 Jan 2010 18:40:00 GMT)
Attorney requests withdrawal in Sheley Case
Attorney requests withdrawal in Sheley Case (Sun, 17 Jan 2010 19:40:02 GMT)
Lawyer slams fees move over impact on hardest hit
A leading personal injury lawyer from Yorkshire has criticised proposed changes to the way civil court cases are funded, saying the most needy victims of serious accidents could be left worse off. (17/01/2010 20:29:37) (Sun, 17 Jan 2010 20:44:02 GMT)
Lawyer slams fees move over impact on hardest hit
A leading personal injury lawyer from Yorkshire has criticised proposed changes to the way civil court cases are funded, saying the most needy victims of serious accidents cou (Sun, 17 Jan 2010 20:46:13 GMT)
Photo law problematic, attorney says
WEBSTER A law that criminalizes certain photographs could have ramifications for artists, a civil rights attorney said. (Sun, 17 Jan 2010 20:51:09 GMT)
Lawyer proposes strip club in South Tahoe casino corridor
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Douglas County Sheriff Ron Pierini confirmed this week that South Shore lawyer Michael Laub has approached him regarding the licensing that would be required to establish a strip club inside the building once occupied by Bill's Lake Tahoe Casino. The casino shut its doors on Jan. 4. Laub was concerned about whether or not a strip club would be approved by county ... (Sun, 17 Jan 2010 22:07:35 GMT)
Attorney: Man in JFK Breach Just Used 'Wrong Door'
An attorney for a man who set off an alarm at New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport while returning from Haiti says his client "just walked through the wrong door." READ MORE>> (Sun, 17 Jan 2010 22:10:43 GMT)
Attorney calls police in perjury, extortion cases
TWIN FALLS, Idaho -- Police in southern Idaho put surveillance equipment in a defense attorney's office twice in 2009 after the attorney contacted authorities with concerns about possible cases of perjury and extortion aimed at his clients. Twin Falls attorney Lynn Dunlap first contacted the Idaho Attorney General's Office and then Twin Falls County Prosecutor Grant Loebs after being approached ... (Sun, 17 Jan 2010 22:48:38 GMT)
Attorney calls police in perjury, extortion cases
Associated Press - January 17, 2010 5:44 PM ET TWIN FALLS, Idaho (AP) - Police in southern Idaho put surveillance equipment in a defense attorney's office twice in 2009 after the attorney... (Sun, 17 Jan 2010 22:49:28 GMT)
Photo law problematic, attorney says
WEBSTER A law that criminalizes certain photographs could have ramifications for artists, a civil rights attorney said. (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 01:02:19 GMT)
Attorney: Man in JFK breach just used 'wrong door'
Associated Press - January 17, 2010 9:45 PM ET NEW YORK (AP) - An attorney for a man who set off an alarm at New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport while returning from Haiti says his... (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 02:51:14 GMT)
New candidate for Attorney General
Another name has been thrown into the race for Attorney General. (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 03:08:41 GMT)
Attorney: Man Says He Opened JFK Door By Mistake
NEW YORK (AP) -- An attorney for a man who set off an alarm at New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport while returning from Haiti says his client "just walked through the wrong door." (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 03:47:09 GMT)
Attorney: Man Says He Opened JFK Door By Mistake
A man returning from Haiti says he walked through a restricted door by mistake, says his attorney. (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 04:03:50 GMT)
Attorney: Man in JFK breach just used 'wrong door'
A man returning from Haiti who walked through a restricted door and set off an alarm that led to the evacuation of a terminal at John F. Kennedy International Airport simply went the wrong way, his attorney said Sunday. "He just walked through the wrong door," said defense attorney Scott Dufault, who declined to comment further when reached by phone at his office following his client's ... (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 04:34:00 GMT)
Attorney: Man in JFK breach just used 'wrong door'
A man returning from Haiti who walked through a restricted door and set off an alarm that led to the evacuation of a terminal at John F. Kennedy International Airport simply went the wrong way, his attorney said Sunday. (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 04:34:05 GMT)
Successful Lawyer Runs Away from the Law
Successful lawyer, business owner, world traveler, and former CIA analyst leaves the law to become a Life Coach. Sonia Gallagher uses her wide array of life experience to help other professionals find balance and fulfillment in their lives. After much introspection about what was truly important to her, Gallagher realized that her calling is to help others to reach goals in their life, overcome ... (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 07:01:00 GMT)
Lawyer stabbed as daughter is taken hostage
A YOUNG woman was held hostage, dragged through the streets and threatened with rape at knife point yesterday after six armed men stormed into her Mthatha home and stabbed her lawyer father. (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 07:04:56 GMT)
Pope's failed assassin released from prison: lawyer
Mehmet Ali Agca, the Turk who tried to kill pope John Paul II in 1981, was released from prison Monday after almost three decades behind bars, his lawyer said. (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 07:10:03 GMT)
Teodoro liable for the arming of Ampatuans — lawyer
The lawyer of the Ampatuan clan has called for the filing of rebellion charges against former defense secretary and now presidential aspirant Gilbert Teodoro, Jr. for allowing the arming of the political family, which is now being accused of rebellion by the national government. (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 07:11:36 GMT)
Attorney: Man in JFK breach just used 'wrong door'
A man returning from Haiti who walked through a restricted door and set off an alarm that led to the evacuation of a terminal at John F. Kennedy International Airport simply went the wrong way, his attorney said Sunday. (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 08:39:04 GMT)
Attorney: Appeals court lacks authority to overturn verdict
A state appeals court has no authority to overturn the $3.4 million legal malpractice verdict a judge said had been tainted by the "judicial impropriety" of former Luzerne County judge Mark A. Ciavarella Jr., an attorney for the victorious plaintiffs arg (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 09:13:38 GMT)
Attorney: Man in JFK breach just used 'wrong door'
NEW YORK CITY -- An attorney for a man who set off an alarm at New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport while returning from Haiti says his client "just walked through the wrong door." (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 10:41:55 GMT)
US worried about missing Chinese rights lawyer
Beijing - The United States on Monday described itself as very concerned about missing Chinese human rights lawyer Gao Zhisheng. Washington raised Gao's disappearance with Chinese officials already at the end of last year after reports that the law... (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 11:12:06 GMT)
Ex-Bush Attorney Due In Court On Attempted Murder Charge
An attorney who worked in both Bush administrations is scheduled to return to court to face charges of trying to kill his wife because she wanted a divorce. (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 11:39:37 GMT)
District attorney will seek to have slaying suspectâs bond revoked
HALIFAX — A murder suspect has been arrested twice while out on bond and released both times after posting additional bonds. Now District Attorney Melissa Pelfrey will ask the court to jail Tavaras Ivey ending his house arrest. (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 12:30:03 GMT)
Lawyer: Man says he opened door by mistake
NEW YORK - A man returning from Haiti who walked through a restricted door and set off an alarm that led to the evacuation of a terminal at John F. Kennedy International Airport simply went the wrong way, his lawyer said Sunday. (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 12:35:26 GMT)
Sarpy attorney receives TOYO Award
The Omaha Jaycees have honored Stephanie Hansen, a senior attorney in the Sarpy County Attorney’s Office, as a 77th Annual TOYO (Ten Outstanding Young Omahans) Award recipient. (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 12:40:01 GMT)
Attorney: Man In JFK Breach Just Used 'Wrong Door'
A man returning from Haiti who walked through a restricted door and set off an alarm that led to the evacuation of a terminal at John F. Kennedy International Airport simply went the wrong way, his attorney said. "He just walked through the wrong door," said defense attorney Scott Dufault, who declined to comment further when reached by phone at his office following his client's arraignment. The ... (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 13:06:02 GMT)
Lawyer reprimanded for recording court proceedings
Lawyer Emmy Bezzina was reprimanded by a Magistrate today after being found recording a court sitting. (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 13:15:19 GMT)
Photo law problematic, attorney says
WEBSTER A law that criminalizes certain photographs could have ramifications for artists, a civil rights attorney said. (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 13:17:50 GMT)
Attorney: Man used wrong door at JFK
NEW YORK (AP) -- A man returning from Haiti who walked through a restricted door and set off an alarm that led to the evacuation of a terminal at John F. Kennedy International Airport simply went the wrong way, says his attorney. "He just walked through the wrong door," says defense attorney Scott Dufault, who declined to comment further when reached by phone at his office Sunday following his ... (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 13:44:01 GMT)
Gayapolis News - Anti-Prop 8 Lawyer Tells Obama: "Catch Up to My Conservative Republican Co-Counsel"
It has been quite a journey for Ted Olson. He's gone from being the conservative lawyer who helped crown W. by winning the Bush v. Gore case before the Supreme Court, to being a lesbian. (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 14:49:34 GMT)
Attorney: Man in JFK breach just used 'wrong door'
A man returning from Haiti who walked through a restricted door and set off an alarm that led to the evacuation of a terminal at John F. Kennedy International Airport simply went the wrong way, his attorney said Sunday. (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 15:06:53 GMT)
Gibo liable for arming Ampatuans - lawyer
A lawyer of the embattled Ampatuan family wants administration presidential aspirant Gilberto Teodoro Jr. charged for allegedly having a hand in the arming of the political clan. (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 16:19:29 GMT)
Lawyer proposes strip club in South Tahoe casino corridor
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Douglas County Sheriff Ron Pierini confirmed this week that South Shore lawyer Michael Laub has approached him regarding the licensing that would be required to establish a strip club inside the building once occupied by Bill's Lake Tahoe Casino. The casino shut its doors on Jan. 4. Laub was concerned about whether or not a strip club would be approved by county ... (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 16:40:18 GMT)
Lawyer proposes strip club at Bill's
Douglas County Sheriff Ron Pierini confirmed that South Shore lawyer Michael Laub has approached him regarding the licensing that would be required to establish a strip club inside the building once occupied by Bill's Lake Tahoe Casino. The casino shut its doors on Jan. 4. Laub was concerned about whether or not a strip club would be approved by county commissioners, Pierini said. The lawyer ... (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 17:34:49 GMT)
Attorney calls police in perjury, extortion cases
Twin Falls attorney Lynn Dunlap first contacted the Idaho Attorney General's Office and then Twin Falls County Prosecutor Grant Loebs after being approached by others suggesting possible criminal conduct. (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 17:56:01 GMT)
Attorney: Man in JFK breach just used 'wrong door'
NEW YORK (AP) - An attorney for a man who set off an alarm at New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport while returning from Haiti says his client "just walked through the wrong door." (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 18:10:16 GMT)
Helpful Reminders When Selecting a Miami Personal Injury Lawyer
You simply cannot risk hiring the wrong person to handle your case. It is crucial to assess the efficiency of your Miami personal injury lawyer before letting him or her take your case. A person adept in personal injury, someone who has knowledge and experience, is invaluable. (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 19:07:32 GMT)
Photo law problematic, attorney says
WEBSTER A law that criminalizes certain photographs could have ramifications for artists, a civil rights attorney said. (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 19:33:22 GMT)
Charles Karel Bouley: Pro Prop. 8 Attorney Cooper: You Can't Destroy Bigotry By Erasing Tapes
The lead defense attorney in the Prop 8 case has asked the judge in the case to destroy the video tapes of the proceedings so far. (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 19:59:44 GMT)
Attorney shifts case against Hampton police to state court
A local attorney has moved from federal court to state court one of two pending lawsuits accusing the Hampton's police division of conducting improper roadside searches. (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 20:42:12 GMT)
State's attorney's office saw 1.300 more cases in 2009
2009 was another busy year at the Kendall County State's Attorney's office. State's Attorney Eric Weis gave his end of the year report to the County Board last week. It showed 22,020 cases filed through his office last year, about 1,300 more than 2008. (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 21:22:55 GMT)
District attorney will seek to have slaying suspectâs bond revoked
HALIFAX — A murder suspect has been arrested twice while out on bond and released both times after posting additional bonds. Now District Attorney Melissa Pelfrey will ask the court to jail Tavaras Ivey ending his house arrest. (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 21:30:03 GMT)
US worried about missing Chinese rights lawyer
The United States yesterday described itself as “very concerned” about missing Chinese human rights lawyer Gao Zhisheng. (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 21:44:33 GMT)
Defense attorney wants death penalty in slaying of brother
Mosabi Hamed used to represent men accused of murder. The 53-year-old defense attorney from Dearborn, Mich., once was adamantly opposed the death penalty. Not anymore. (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 23:17:14 GMT)
District attorney advocates tracking parolees by GPS
"The technology is improving all the time," said District Attorney Stephen A. Zappala Jr. "It's at the point now where we should definitely be using this for our citizens." (Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:04:53 GMT)
McKeen & Associates, P.C. Names Phillip B. Toutant Associate Attorney
Detroit - McKeen & Associates, P.C. ( www.mckeenassociates.com ), a leading Detroit-based law firm renowned for medical malpractice litigation, today announced Phillip B. Toutant has been named as an associate attorney. Managing partner and founder, Brian J. McKeen, made the announcement. (Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:54:31 GMT)
It is not an e-mail from the Attorney General
Chances are pretty good that U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder is not going to send you a personal e-mail. So, if your inbox includes an e-mail from Holder threatening to prosecute you for money laundering and terrorist-related activities, it most likely is a hoax. (Tue, 19 Jan 2010 02:13:22 GMT)
Photo law problematic, attorney says
WEBSTER A law that criminalizes certain photographs could have ramifications for artists, a civil rights attorney said. (Tue, 19 Jan 2010 02:33:49 GMT)
Noted NJ attorney David Satz Jr. dies at 82
VERONA — David M. Satz Jr., a longtime U.S. Attorney for New Jersey who later became a pioneer in the field of casino gaming law, has died. (Tue, 19 Jan 2010 03:25:28 GMT)
New Albany Council in need of full-time attorney?
The New Albany City Council will consider hiring a full-time attorney when it convenes Thursday — part of what could be an interesting evening with several big topics on the agenda. (Tue, 19 Jan 2010 04:21:51 GMT)
Wall Street May Seek to Sway Congress by Hiring Top Lawyer
Jan. 19 (Bloomberg) -- Wall Street’s decision to hire a Supreme Court lawyer to study President Obama’s plan to tax banks may be aimed more at swaying lawmakers than winning a lawsuit, some constitutional experts said. (Tue, 19 Jan 2010 05:01:00 GMT)
Attorney again requests dismissal of TWRA case
A defense attorney who proved that the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency shops for judges when it brings its cases to court in Hamilton County is asking a judge again to consider dropping the charge against his client. (Tue, 19 Jan 2010 05:12:22 GMT)
Pfizer Wins Dismissal of Fraud Claims - Attorney News
LawFuel.com - Attorney Newswire Skadden secured a summary judgment ruling for Pfizer Inc. in a suit filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts by two insurance companies seeking over $200 million in damages (to be trebled under RICO) over Pfizer's alleged "off-label" marketing of the epilepsy drug Neurontin. (Tue, 19 Jan 2010 05:38:04 GMT)
Former U.S. Attorney Walt Wilkins to run for 13th Circuit solicitor
Walt Wilkins, a Greenville native and former U.S. attorney, said he will seek the 2010 Republican nomination to become the next 13th Circuit solicitor, replacing Bob Ariail, who isn't seeking re-election. (Tue, 19 Jan 2010 07:08:41 GMT)
No proof to link man to uptown robberies - lawyer
A defence lawyer says there's no solid evidence that his client participated in a series of random uptown attacks last summer. (Tue, 19 Jan 2010 11:05:42 GMT)
Secret letter reveals Attorney General fury over legal approval for war
The Attorney General sent a furious letter to the Defence Secretary warning that he saw "considerable difficulties" in giving legal approval for a war with Iraq, it emerged this morning. (Tue, 19 Jan 2010 11:13:19 GMT)
Hoon Told Off By Attorney General Over Iraq
Geoff Hoon was rebuked by the then Attorney General in 2002 for claiming that Britain could go to war against Iraq without UN approval. (Tue, 19 Jan 2010 11:14:33 GMT)
Former US Attorney Wilkins seeks prosecutor's job
GREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) - Former U.S. Attorney Walt Wilkins is seeking the South Carolina prosecutor's job for Greenville and Pickens counties. Multiple media outlets reported that Wilkins plans to seek the Republican nomination for the post this year. (Tue, 19 Jan 2010 11:50:59 GMT)
District attorney will seek to have slaying suspectâs bond revoked
HALIFAX — A murder suspect has been arrested twice while out on bond and released both times after posting additional bonds. Now District Attorney Melissa Pelfrey will ask the court to jail Tavaras Ivey ending his house arrest. (Tue, 19 Jan 2010 12:36:57 GMT)
Former US Attorney Wilkins seeks prosecutor's job
Former U.S. Attorney Walt Wilkins is seeking the South Carolina prosecutor's job for Greenville and Pickens counties. (Tue, 19 Jan 2010 12:58:11 GMT)
Photo law problematic, attorney says
WEBSTER A law that criminalizes certain photographs could have ramifications for artists, a civil rights attorney said. (Tue, 19 Jan 2010 13:24:55 GMT)
Angolan lawyer: Activists arrested over bus attack
An Angolan human rights lawyer said Tuesday that police are rounding up peaceful activists and accusing them of responsibility in a deadly attack on the Togo national soccer team's bus as it headed to the African Cup of Nations tournament. (Tue, 19 Jan 2010 14:30:25 GMT)
Susan Bysiewicz Leaves Governor's Race, Will Run For Attorney General
Secretary of the State Susan Bysiewicz announced Wednesday morning that she would run for attorney general, leaving a crowded governor's race where she was considered the leading contender. (Tue, 19 Jan 2010 15:48:30 GMT)
Inco Liable for Years of Pollution, Lawyer Tells Ontario Judge
Jan. 19 (Bloomberg) -- Vale SA’s Inco Ltd. is liable for polluting properties for decades near a nickel refinery in Ontario and must compensate the residents, a lawyer said at the end of a trial that tests the province’s environmental laws. (Tue, 19 Jan 2010 16:04:28 GMT)
Wall Street May Seek to Sway Congress by Hiring Top Lawyer
Wall Street’s decision to hire a Supreme Court lawyer to study President Obama’s plan to tax banks may be aimed more at swaying lawmakers than winning a lawsuit, some constitutional experts said. (Tue, 19 Jan 2010 16:48:42 GMT)
US Attorney Forms Combined Terrorism, Narcotics Unit
NEW YORK -(Dow Jones)- Preet Bharara, the U.S. attorney in Manhattan, said Tuesday that his office is combining two units to better investigate and prosecute terrorism and narcotics trafficking that threaten national security. (Tue, 19 Jan 2010 17:03:35 GMT)
Moscow rally in memory of slain lawyer, journalist
More than 500 activists rallied Tuesday in Moscow in memory of a human rights lawyer and a journalist slain a year ago, and several dozen of them were detained by police. (Tue, 19 Jan 2010 17:31:00 GMT)
Moscow rally in memory of slain lawyer, journalist
More than 500 activists rallied Tuesday in Moscow in memory of a human rights lawyer and a journalist slain a year ago, and more than 20 of them were detained by police. (Tue, 19 Jan 2010 18:04:21 GMT)
Attorney thought Dassey could cut sentence in half by cooperating with police
MANITOWOC An Appleton attorney who represented Brendan Dassey on charges he sexually assaulted and killed Teresa Halbach said today he felt the teen could have cut his prison sentence in half by cooperating with police in the case against his uncle. (Tue, 19 Jan 2010 18:21:47 GMT)
Attorney Files Grievance Against Nebraska AG Bruning
A Lincoln attorney has filed a grievance alleging Attorney General Jon Bruning violated rules of professional conduct in comments he made about a judge and a lawyer. (Tue, 19 Jan 2010 18:28:03 GMT)
Wall Street May Seek to Sway Congress by Hiring Top Lawyer
Jan. 19 (Bloomberg) -- Wall Street’s decision to hire a Supreme Court lawyer to study President Obama’s plan to tax banks may be aimed more at swaying lawmakers than winning a lawsuit, som... (Tue, 19 Jan 2010 18:40:02 GMT)
Polackwich named new Indian River County attorney
INDIAN RIVER COUNTY — Alan Polackwich became the new county attorney Tuesday with a $150,000 salary — and a contract allowing him to be fired without a severance package on a one-month notice.County Commissioner Gary Wheeler, who has voted against renewing top staffers’ existing contracts, surprised some colleagues by making the motion for Polackwich’s agreement.“This is a very simple contract ... (Tue, 19 Jan 2010 18:42:00 GMT)
Ethics hearing resumes for Detroit's former top lawyer
Detroit --The Attorney Discipline Board is listening to a third day of testimony on allegations of professional misconduct against the city's former top lawyer. (Tue, 19 Jan 2010 18:53:49 GMT)
Lyondell Creditor Lawyer Says Rival Offer More Attractive
Jan. 19 (Bloomberg) -- A creditor lawyer in the bankruptcy case of Lyondell Chemical Co. said there is a rival sponsor “waiting in the wings” and that the offer is more attractive than existing bids. (Tue, 19 Jan 2010 19:05:20 GMT)
Attorney: Trustee did not violate open-meeting law
GARDEN GROVE – An attorney for the Garden Grove Unified School District has advised the board that trustee Lan Quoc Nguyen did not violate the public-meetings law when he had separate discussions with two other board members minutes before the... (Tue, 19 Jan 2010 19:17:24 GMT)
Accused DWI cop Andrew Kelly's lawyer to make the most of report that victim was drunk
The lawyer for accused DWI cop Andrew Kelly plans to make hay out of a report that the victim in the case was drunk while hailing a cab. (Tue, 19 Jan 2010 19:29:00 GMT)
Bus driver's attorney: 'Joke' took on 'life of its own'
PORTSMOUTH — A school bus driver accused of asking a 13-year-old student if she wanted to have sex with him received 38 emails from the girl who once directed him “to a porn site,” according to attorney Lincoln Soldati. (Tue, 19 Jan 2010 19:39:42 GMT)
Photo law problematic, attorney says
WEBSTER A law that criminalizes certain photographs could have ramifications for artists, a civil rights attorney said. (Tue, 19 Jan 2010 19:54:15 GMT)
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