Attorney News Feb 2010
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Attorney finds second career teaching fitness classes
Local attorney Judy Quint spends her after hours teaching the latest exercise craze, Zumba, at the Fairbank Community Center and other venues in MetroWest. (Mon, 15 Feb 2010 18:21:44 GMT)
Attorney Waite turns his life story around
Safford’s newest attorney can relate to the old adage, “You can do whatever you put your mind to.” Jeremy (J.J.) Waite, who was raised in Safford and was a high school dropout, has come back to the Valley and is working at the law office of Matt Clifford. (Mon, 15 Feb 2010 18:35:18 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. (Mon, 15 Feb 2010 18:48:16 GMT)
Attorney General Recognizes Presidents' Day
Attorney General Bill McCollum today issued the following statement on Presidents' Day. (Mon, 15 Feb 2010 19:24:25 GMT)
Indian-origin lawyer to be U.S. envoy to OIC
Washington: Indian-origin lawyer Rashad Hussain, a hafiz of the holy Quran, will be U.S.’ new special envoy to the Organisation of the Islamic Conference, a post vital to President Barack Obama’s bid to repair strained relations with the Islamic world. (Mon, 15 Feb 2010 19:52:43 GMT)
Troubled legal advisor for Idaho missionaries jailed in Haiti is looking for attorney
Idahoans "attorney" is wanted by the police in at least four countries in connection with charges ranging from sex trafficking of children to making counterfeit documents and violating parole, according to The New York Times. (Mon, 15 Feb 2010 20:28:02 GMT)
Obama appoints Indian-origin lawyer as special envoy to world Muslim body
Indian-origin lawyer Rashad Hussain will be America's new special envoy to the Organisation of the Islamic Conference, a post vital to President Barack Obama's bid to repair the United States' strained relations with the Islamic world.A White House lawyer, Hussain was nominated to the key post as he had played an important role in developing partnerships with the Muslim world, Obama said ... (Mon, 15 Feb 2010 21:30:29 GMT)
Lawyer in Hillsborough baby theft case says confession obtained illegally
The lawyer for a minor league baseball player's wife says interrogators violated her rights to a lawyer. (Mon, 15 Feb 2010 22:12:43 GMT)
Attorney-General steps up fight with video gamers
South Australian Attorney-General Michael Atkinson has stepped up his personal attack on video game campaigners, likening them to bikie gangs. (Mon, 15 Feb 2010 22:15:29 GMT)
ASK THE LAWYER: Using privileged documents in court case
We were stunned to find the other lawyer has a letter from my lawyer to me which he is trying to use in the case. It was among documents we produced, but was included by mistake. Can he use it even if it's privileged? (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 00:51:53 GMT)
How to Choose the Right Miami Personal Injury Lawyer for Your Case
Personal injury covers a lot of ground. Not one Miami personal injury lawyer specializes in all fields related to this sector of the law. That is why choosing the right person to take your case is critically important. There are things you need to know about your lawyer before hiring him or her. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 01:07:46 GMT)
Earl Jones might have skin cancer: lawyer
Earl Jones's lawyer says the prison-bound fraudster is suffering from high blood pressure, heart problems and possibly skin cancer. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 02:46:20 GMT)
Charter review board rejects private attorney, staff for effort
The first meeting of Hillsborough County's charter review board erupted in controversy Monday night as a board member's push to use county money to hire a private attorney and staff was defeated. Member Gerald White said the board, which can put amendments to the county charter on the November ballot without county commission approval, needs to maintain an appearance of independence. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 02:52:00 GMT)
Who will be your next county attorney?
Kerr County residents will begin heading to the polls Tuesday to place their votes on who likely will be the next Kerr County attorney: Ilsey Bailey or Rob Henneke. Both are conservative lawyers who say they want what’s best for Kerr County. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 03:28:55 GMT)
Gay divorce case draws attorney general's attention
Gay divorce case draws attorney general's attention (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 03:57:37 GMT)
County Attorney Candidates Speak To KFOX
One of the hottest and most controversial election races is for El Paso County Attorney, and both candidates spoke to KFOX weekend anchor Daniel Novick on Monday about the issues. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 04:20:07 GMT)
Attorney assaulted by skateboarder says teen has admitted attack in Juvenile Court, sentence to 12-18 months
A 15-year-old juvenile accused of hitting Columbus attorney Richard Hagler with a skateboard admitted to the allegations in a Juvenile Court proceeding last week, Hagler said. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 04:54:52 GMT)
McDaniel lawyer attends MCAS meeting
MICHIGAN CITY — Carol McDaniel’s lawyer attended Tuesday’s Michigan City Area Schools board meeting to see if any mention was made of the lawsuit against La Porte County Auditor Craig Hinchman. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 04:57:42 GMT)
Despite no lawyer, murder trial date stands
After two years of delays, A La Porte County judge told a murder defendant whose latest lawyer officially withdrew from his case last week to be ready for trial in April. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 05:00:02 GMT)
Attorney: Boyfriend didn’t kill area lawyer
HAMILTON - The defense attorney for a Cincinnati man accused of strangling the life out of Fairfield attorney Margaret “Missy” Allen says his client “didn’t kill her” and has cooperated for months with the homicide investigation. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 05:00:08 GMT)
Appeal against lawyer's sentence dismissed
A lawyer jailed for seven-and-a-half years for stealing almost $900,000 from a Polish immigrant has had an appeal against his sentence dismissed by the Supreme Court. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 05:05:36 GMT)
Attorney general recovers college scholarship funds raided by trustee
MENDOCINO COUNTY – Attorney General Edmund G. Brown Jr. recently announced a settlement with James L. Harrison, 62, of Ukiah, after he "looted college scholarship funds" from a trust intended to benefit female graduates of Ukiah High School pursuing careers in medicine. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 05:38:41 GMT)
Kenya’s Attorney General Says Dispute Could Cause Collapse
Feb. 16 (Bloomberg) -- Kenya’s Attorney General, Amos Wako, said the country’s political parties should end a dispute over whether some ministers should be removed from their posts because it could cause the coalition government to collapse and prompt early elections. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 05:51:14 GMT)
Despite no lawyer, murder trial date stands
After two years of delays, A La Porte County judge told a murder defendant whose latest lawyer officially withdrew from his case last week to be ready for trial in April. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 05:59:45 GMT)
Man who pretended to be lawyer sentenced
ST. LOUIS (AP) -- A man who pretended to be a lawyer and swindled clients out of thousands of dollars has been sentenced to four years in federal prison. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 06:52:36 GMT)
Kenya’s Attorney General Warns of Government Collapse (Update1)
Feb. 16 (Bloomberg) -- Kenya’s Attorney General, Amos Wako , said the country’s political parties should end a dispute over the suspension of two ministers because it may lead to a collapse of the government. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 08:50:23 GMT)
Environmental lawyer chosen to head new ‘green’ New Haven office
NEW HAVEN — Environmental lawyer and Romanian native Christine Eppstein Tang has been tapped to lead the city’s new Office of Sustainability. She was selected from a pool of nearly 200 applicants. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 09:02:37 GMT)
(Read: Lawyer for 26/11 accused shot dead)
These three men are members of the Bharat Nepali gang. The arrested include the men who shot Azmi. Shahid Azmi, the lawyer who defended 26/11 Indian accused Fahim Ansari, was shot dead in his office last Thursday. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 11:58:54 GMT)
Lawyer moves EC to derecognize Shiv Sena, MNS
New Delhi, Feb 16 (PTI) A Supreme Court lawyer today petitioned the Election Commission demanding derecognition of Shiv Sena and Maharashtra Navnirman Sena accusing them of unleashing a "reign of terror" by promising to be the "sole protector of Maharashtrians and their interests". (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 12:22:50 GMT)
Former county attorney's office secretary enters plea
Jonathon Shacat/Wick Communications A woman recently indicted on an allegation of providing confidential information about drug-related arrests and investigations to a drug trafficking organization while employed by the Cochise County Attorney's Office, pleaded not guilty during an arraignment Monday. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 12:30:22 GMT)
UPDATE: New Albany Board of Aldermen fire city attorney
The New Albany Board of Aldermen voted 4-1 to fire longtime New Albany city attorney Robert “Bobby” Carter Monday night. The vote came after Carter was part of filing a federal lawsuit against Toyota for a Union County woman. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 12:40:12 GMT)
ATTORNEY GENERAL TO ANNOUNCE HIS RE-ELECTION
COLUMBUS -- Attorney General Richard Cordray will announce his candidacy for re-election at 3 p.m. today in the Atrium of the Ohio Statehouse. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 12:41:47 GMT)
Lawsuit spurs New Albany to fire its attorney
NEW ALBANY -- New Albany has fired its city attorney, and that attorney is going to fight back. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 12:54:25 GMT)
Derecognise Shiv Sena, MNS: lawyer petitions poll panel
A Supreme Court lawyer Tuesday petitioned the Election Commission for de-recognition of the Shiv Sena and the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) for unleashing a 'reign of terror' in the garb of espousing the concerns of Marathis. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 13:01:16 GMT)
City attorney will retire July 1
WILLIAMSBURG -- Joe Phillips, Jr., who has been the attorney for the City of Williamsburg more than three decades, told City Council Thursday that he will retire as of July 1. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 13:02:54 GMT)
Boyfriend didn’t kill area lawyer, attorney says
HAMILTON - The defense attorney for a Cincinnati man accused of strangling to death Fairfield attorney Margaret “Missy” Allen says his client “didn’t kill her” and has cooperated for months with the homicide investigation. The lawyer said his client has no idea what happened to Allen. Calvin McKelton, 32, who was Allen’s boyfriend, could face the death penalty if convicted. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 13:14:58 GMT)
New Albany City Attorney Fired
NEW ALBANY, Miss--- New Albany is in the market for a new city attorney. Monday the Board of Alderman voted 4 to 1 to fire Bobby Carter. He'd held that job that close to fifteen years. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 13:22:46 GMT)
3 arrested in murder of lawyer for Mumbai suspect
Three men accused of killing the lawyer for a suspect in the 2008 Mumbai attack have been arrested, but their motive appears to be unrelated to the ongoing terror trial, police said Tuesday. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 15:13:00 GMT)
Lawyer Expects Ax Attack To Be Death Penalty Case
Defense Lawyer: State Likely To Seek Death Penalty In Vegas Ax Attack That Killed 4-month-old (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 16:40:26 GMT)
Defense lawyer: Prosecutors lack good DNA evidence in NYPD subway station sodomy trial
NEW YORK - The lawyer for a Brooklyn policeman accused of sodomizing a handcuffed suspect with a police baton says there's no solid DNA evidence to support the prosecution's claims. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 16:44:40 GMT)
Lyondell Creditors Settle With Lenders, Lawyer Says (Update1)
Feb. 16 (Bloomberg) -- Lyondell Chemical Co. reached a settlement with unsecured creditors and bank lenders in a dispute over the bankrupt company’s 2007 buyout, on the eve of a trial on the validity of a prior accord, a lender’s lawyer said. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 17:05:19 GMT)
13 year-old murderer a good boy - lawyer
A lawyer says the 13-year-old boy accused of the murder of 12-year-old Elliot Fletcher in a Queensland schoolyard is a good boy from a respectable family. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 17:42:25 GMT)
Defense lawyer: State likely to seek death penalty in Vegas ax attack that killed 4-month-old
LAS VEGAS - A defense lawyer says he expects the state will seek the death penalty against a 33-year-old man accused of hacking a 4-month-old baby to death and critically wounding the child's mother with a medieval-style battle ax. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 17:59:19 GMT)
Attorney arrested on sex charges
Appleton attorney Thomas J. Zoesch is suspected of sexually assaulting a woman Sunday night, police said. Click the headline to read the full story. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 18:31:07 GMT)
New Albany fires city attorney over Toyota
NEW ALBANY, Miss. (AP) - New Albany has fired its city attorney allegedly because he filed a lawsuit against Toyota, which plans to open a plant in nearby Blue Springs. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 18:45:21 GMT)
Lawyer asks jurors to ignore gut reaction to charges that NY man killed wife, burned body
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. - The lawyer for a New York man accused of killing and cremating his wife is asking jurors not to be swayed by emotion. Attorney Andrew Rubin told Westchester County Court jurors Tuesday to disregard their gut reactions to the grisly charges. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 19:29:22 GMT)
Review: Solve Crimes With Cool Logic in 'Ace Attorney Investigations'
Prosecutor Miles Edgeworth gets his day in court in this new game for Nintendo DS. Well-written and thoroughly engaging, this latest installment in the Ace Attorney series makes investigating crimes serious fun. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 20:15:41 GMT)
Bay City attorney to help lead international Great Lakes water level study
David Powers, a Bay City attorney and co-founder of the local Save Our Shoreline group, has been named the U.S. co-chair of the 20-member, binational Public Interest Advisory Group.The Advisory Group is a public component of the International Upper Great... (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 20:16:57 GMT)
Attorney general files charges against Saginaw railroad company in '08 Grayling wildfire
LANSING — Attorney General Mike Cox has filed felony criminal charges against a Saginaw railroad company. Cox alleges the engine from a Lake State Railway train touched off a wildfire in Crawford County and a smaller fire in Arenac County... (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 20:21:16 GMT)
Ace Attorney Investigations: Miles Edgeworth
While Ace Attorney Investigations: Miles Edgeworth may not boast the same level of freshness and depth as earlier Ace Attorney installments, it still offers up enough quirky humor and addictive Attorney-based gameplay to keep franchise faithfuls playing. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 20:47:45 GMT)
Lawyer: State may seek death penalty in Vegas axe attack
A defence lawyer says he expects the state will seek the death penalty against a 33-year-old man accused of hacking a 4-month-old baby to death and critically wounding the child's mother with a medieval-style battle axe. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 20:50:20 GMT)
TV producer lawyer booked for sexual assault
A television producer and a lawyer in Oshiwara were booked for allegedly raping a 25-year-old model-actress after promising to get her work and a free house. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 20:55:33 GMT)
3 arrested in 26 11 lawyer murder case
With the arrest of two alleged sharpshooters and a local gangster on Tuesday, the Mumbai crime branch claimed to have solved the murder of Shahid Azmi, who was the lawyer of 26/11 accused Fahim Ansari. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 20:58:24 GMT)
Obama’s Attorney General (for now)
Attorney General Eric Holder has been the Obama administration's point man in revising the nation's approach to terrorism. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 20:59:00 GMT)
Valdez Appointed As New City Attorney
CORPUS CHRISTI -- District Attorney Carlos Valdez will begin a new job with the city next month. Seven council members and the mayor agreed with the city manager's selection of Valdez as the new city attorney. Valdez served as D.A. for the past 17 years. He says he'll now file paperwork with the governor's office to retire. He'll begin his new duties on March 15th. Councilman Mark Scott cast the ... (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 21:08:25 GMT)
Lawyer expects ax attack to be death penalty case
A lawyer for a man accused of killing a 4-month-old baby and critically wounding the child's mother with a medieval-style battle ax said Tuesday he expects the state will seek the death penalty against his 33-year-old client. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 21:30:16 GMT)
Review: Solve Crimes With Cool Logic in 'Ace Attorney Investigations'
Prosecutor Miles Edgeworth gets his day in court in this new game for Nintendo DS. Well-written and thoroughly engaging, this latest installment in the Ace Attorney series makes investigating crimes serious fun. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 21:46:31 GMT)
Lawyer expects ax attack to be death penalty case
A lawyer for a man accused of killing a 4-month-old baby and critically wounding the child's mother with a medieval-style battle ax said Tuesday he expects the state will seek the death penalty against his 33-year-old client. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 21:51:07 GMT)
Attorney: Marion Barry broke laws with contract
An attorney investigating a contract that D.C. Councilman Marion Barry gave his girlfriend says the city's former mayor broke conflict-of-interest laws. (Tue, 16 Feb 2010 22:44:31 GMT)
Lawyer: Man who said he killed wife was unwell
A man accused of killing his wife and burning her body was "not mentally well" when he confessed, his lawyer said Tuesday. (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 00:50:11 GMT)
Types of Miami Personal Injury Lawyer Your Can Trust
There are plenty of types of personal injury cases. In order to find the right Miami personal injury lawyer, you must first know what type of case you have. Fortunately, the city is filled with lawyers who practice several different field of personal injury. (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 01:07:39 GMT)
U.S. Attorney Mike Cotter sworn in
Montana ’s new U.S. attorney, Mike Cotter, has been on the jobseven weeks, but he made it official Tuesday with a swearing-inceremony in Billings before family, friends and colleagues. (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 02:21:03 GMT)
Khadr's lawyer to appeal Ottawa diplomatic not to US gov. on Canadian evidence
OTTAWA - The Conservative government's snap decision not to repatriate Omar Khadr from a U.S. military prison in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, is an "egregious" violation of the 23-year-old man's rights, his lawyer said Tuesday. (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 02:45:00 GMT)
Deputies take liquor inspections too far at Superior Township party store, attorney claims
Washtenaw County sheriff’s deputies have recently conducted “warrantless searches and seizures” at The Party Store in Superior Township while claiming they were part of liquor inspections, the store’s attorney alleges. Attorney Jeffrey Lance Abood mailed a letter Tuesday to Sheriff Jerry...... (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 03:02:26 GMT)
Oregon Asst. Attorney General arrested for domestic violence
PORTLAND, Ore. -- An Oregon Assistant Attorney General was arrested for domestic violence Sunday. Portland Police said Susan Gerber, the Senior Assistant Attorney General at Oregon Department of Justice was arrested for assault, harassment and strangulation. Officers responded to the Portland home on reports of a fight. AG's office spokesman Tony Green would not comment on the case. (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 03:07:46 GMT)
Khadr's lawyer to appeal Ottawa diplomatic note to US gov. on Canadian evidence
OTTAWA - The Conservative government's decision not to seek Omar Khadr's repatriation from a U.S. military prison in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, is an "egregious" violation of the 23-year-old man's rights, his lawyer said Tuesday. (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 03:31:00 GMT)
For Former Brocade CEO's Backdating Retrial, Feds Want Lawyer's Quotes In
If the government has its way, a defense lawyer's media statements will be used against former Brocade CEO Gregory Reyes in his retrial for backdating stock options. The quotes came from Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom partner Richard Marmaro, who represented Reyes during his first backdating trial. Even though Marmaro is no longer representing Reyes at trial, prosecutors will seek to ... (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 03:32:27 GMT)
TOWN OF TONAWANDA: Lawyer takes aim at coke plant
A local lawyer is hoping to help town residents figure out whether they have a case against Tonawanda Coke for benzene-related illnesses. (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 03:37:55 GMT)
Prosecutor, defense attorney far apart in kidnap, rape case
The prosecution of Anthony Ray Graham in the Babies "R" Us kidnap, robbery and rape case is "obscene" and based on lies from the alleged victim, a defense attorney asserted Tuesday in final arguments. But Deputy District Attorney Lisa Green said the woman "is telling the truth" and DNA puts Graham, 29, with her that day a year ago. (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 04:29:26 GMT)
Texas attorney general slows gay divorce case
AUSTIN, Texas — Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott has intervened in a first-of-its-kind Travis County same-sex divorce... (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 04:45:26 GMT)
Attorney Says Soldier Suffered Mental Breakdown
An attorney for U.S. Army Specialist Beyshee Velez, a 31 year old medic based at Schofield Barracks, hopes to show the soldier suffered a mental breakdown when he allegedly shot and killed a civilian contractor in northern Iraq last September. (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 04:56:08 GMT)
San Bernardino city attorney, recovering from medical procedure, misses council members last meeting
San Bernardino City Attorney Jim Penman on Monday missed the final council meeting of Councilman Dennis Baxter and Councilwoman Esther Estrada, the longest-serving member at nearly 21 years. Both Estrada and Baxter lost re-election bids in November and leave the council at the end of the month. (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 05:36:47 GMT)
India arrests 3 over Mumbai attacks lawyer killing
Three alleged contract killers have been arrested over the murder of a defence lawyer representing one of three men on trial over the 2008 Mumbai attacks, police said. (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 06:13:22 GMT)
For Former Brocade CEO's Backdating Retrial, Feds Want Lawyer's Quotes In
If the government has its way, a defense lawyer's media statements will be used against former Brocade CEO Gregory Reyes in his retrial for backdating stock options. The quotes came from Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom partner Richard Marmaro, who represented Reyes during his first backdating trial. (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 08:02:39 GMT)
'Heist' lawyer's artful 125G ploy
Loser pays! The feds are fighting a lawyer's attempt to collect more than $125,000 in fees and expenses in a losing case over a stolen artwork. Manhattan federal prosecutors say it would be "absurd" to award lawyer Barbara Hoffman tax dollars for representing interior designer Sharyl Davis in... (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 09:03:30 GMT)
Confident Cordray launches attorney general campaign
Ohio Attorney General Richard Cordray kicked off his campaign yesterday for his first full term with a forceful argument for his accomplishments during the past 13 months and a couple of digs at his likely Republican challenger, former U.S. Sen. Mike DeWine. (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 09:22:50 GMT)
'Sodomy' cop case a con: lawyer
The lawyer for the NYPD cop accused of sodomizing a suspect with his baton told a jury yesterday that the entire case was a "con job" and that the prosecution failed to produce the evidence it promised at the start of the trial. "There's a whole host of things... (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 09:41:23 GMT)
Appleton defense attorney Thomas J. Zoesch booked into Outagamie County Jail after arrest in Grand Chute
An Appleton defense attorney was booked into the Outagamie County Jail on charges including sexual assault and battery. (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 10:22:17 GMT)
Ypsilanti labor attorney rules new police chief's relationship doesn't violate anti-nepotism ordinance
Ypsilanti’s labor attorney says the new police chief's relationship with an officer in the department doesn't violate city anti-nepotism policies. The issue came to light earlier this month when a resident filed a complaint questioning the ethics and legality of...... (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 10:47:51 GMT)
Attorney: Masters can move forward
With his civil court battle partially over against those he claims conspired to wrongfully imprison him, Timothy Masters is finally able to begin to move on with his life, his attorney David Lane said. (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 12:08:11 GMT)
Lawyer to 'clean up' SPT expenses
A qualified lawyer is to be the next chairman of Strathclyde Partnership for Transport, which is embroiled in an expenses row. (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 12:35:39 GMT)
Lawyer to 'clean up' SPT expenses
A lawyer is to be the next chairman of Strathclyde Partnership for Transport which is at the centre of an expenses row. (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 12:49:08 GMT)
Texas attorney general fighting divorce of same-sex couple
The state attorney general is arguing that under Texas law, divorce, like marriage, is reserved for a man and a woman. (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 12:50:50 GMT)
Critical Reception: Capcom's Ace Attorney: Miles Edgeworth
This week's edition of Critical Reception examines online reaction to Capcom's Phoenix Wright series followup Ace Attorney Investigations: Miles Edgeworth, which reviews describe as "a simmering pot of gleeful happiness." Ace Attorney Investigations currently earns a score of 78 out of 100 at Metacritic.com. Eurogamer's John Walker rates Ace Attorney Investigations at 9 out of 10. "Things might ... (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 13:21:56 GMT)
Lawyer to file injunction case
LA TRINIDAD, Benguet -- Lawyer Greg Abalos is set to file for an injunction, hoping to get a temporary restraining order to stop the deal for the construction of a mall in this town. read more (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 13:25:57 GMT)
Top Va. attorney challenges EPA on greenhouse gas
Virginia's attorney general is challenging the federal government's conclusion that greenhouse gases are dangerous to people. (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 15:58:22 GMT)
Haiti lawyer: 8 missionaries to be freed
UPDATED: PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti -- A Haitian lawyer said Wednesday that eight of 10 U.S. missionaries charged with child kidnapping will be released. Aviol Fleurant, the lawyer, said group leader Laura Silsby and Charisa Coulter will be held for additional questioning. Mr. Fleurant represents nine of the 10 members of the Idaho-based church group. He said the rest of the group are free to leave ... (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 19:20:48 GMT)
Should Your Lawyer Specialize in Entrepreneurship?
It’s hard to start a company without involving a lawyer, but it can be even harder to figure out what type of lawyer to hire. There has never been an official credential for an “entrepreneurial lawyer.” That is, until Duke Law School invented one. Two months ago, the school announced that it will be moving forward with plans to offer a LLM degree in entrepreneurship for the 2010-2011 school year ... (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 19:57:59 GMT)
Attorney General Troy King's prepared statement regarding gambling task force
The written statement Alabama Attorney General Troy King read at a noon press conference Wednesday. (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 20:08:20 GMT)
Victoryland reacts to Alabama Attorney General's comments
Victoryland attorney responds to Attorney General Troy King's earlier press conference in statement below: Victoryland Response to Troy King Statement Following today's press (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 20:23:20 GMT)
Judge frees eight of 10 Americans held in Haiti: lawyer
A Haitian judge has freed eight of the 10 Americans held in the quake-battered country on child kidnapping charges, saying they can leave the nation Wednesday, their lawyer said. (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 20:57:33 GMT)
Haitian attorney says 8 of 10 US missionaries charged with child kidnapping will be released
PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (AP) — A Haitian attorney says eight of 10 U.S. missionaries charged with child kidnapping will be released. (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 20:57:49 GMT)
Former U.S. Attorney Running For Congress In Western Pa.
Former U.S. Attorney Mary Beth Buchanan will run for the seat in Pennsylvania's Fourth Congressional District, currently occupied by Democratic Rep. Jason Altmire. Buchanan filed a statement of candidacy with the Federal Election Commission on Feb. 4. (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 21:01:24 GMT)
Alabama Attorney General Says He Won't Take Control Of Governor's Gambling Task Force
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Troy King says he won't use his authority as Alabama's attorney general to take control of the governor's Task Force on Illegal Gambling. (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 21:08:08 GMT)
Prominent Ottawa lawyer to defend Col. Williams
Col. Russell Williams, who is facing two first-degree murder charges and two sexual assault charges, is being represented by Michael Edelson, an Ottawa-based defence lawyer. (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 21:17:50 GMT)
Col. Williams hires top lawyer to fight charges
The Canadian military commander charged with two murders and sexual assaults near the Trenton military base he oversaw has retained a top defence lawyer from Ottawa. (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 21:18:16 GMT)
Indiana attorney general sues former Lakeville clerk-treasurer :Suit seeks to freeze Grove's assets, recoup $30,000 of ...
Indiana Attorney General Greg Zoeller filed a lawsuit Wednesday against Casey Grove, the former clerk-treasurer of Lakeville, demanding repayment of nearly $30,000 in public money Grove allegedly misspent on amusement-park tickets, movie rentals, satellite television and other personal expenses. (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 21:19:48 GMT)
Judge frees eight of 10 Americans held in Haiti: lawyer
A Haitian judge has freed eight of the 10 Americans held in the quake-battered country on child kidnapping charges, saying they can leave the country Wednesday, their lawyer said. (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 21:24:00 GMT)
Lakeville Treasurer assets targeted by Indiana Attorney General
Wednesday, Indiana Attorney General Greg Zoeller filed a lawsuit against the former clerk-treasurer of Lakeville, Indiana., in St. Joseph County, demanding repayment of nearly $30,000 in public funds (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 21:26:19 GMT)
Haitian attorney says 8 of 10 Americans charged with child kidnapping will be released
Haitian attorney says 8 of 10 Americans charged with child kidnapping will be released. (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 21:36:01 GMT)
Haiti judge frees eight of 10 American missionaries: lawyer
A Haitian judge has freed eight of the 10 Americans held in the quake-battered nation on child kidnapping charges, saying they can leave the country Wednesday, their lawyer said. (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 21:36:01 GMT)
Former Riverside police chief was drinking at strip club before accident, club lawyer says
Just hours before crashing his city-owned vehicle into a light pole and fire hydrant last week, former Riverside Police Chief Russ Leach had been drinking at a strip club in Colton, according to a lawyer for the club and surveillance video. (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 22:31:37 GMT)
Attorney assigned for man charged in slaying of Millard Co. deputy Fox
FILLMORE — A judge has appointed an attorney for a man charged in connection with the killing of Millard County... (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 22:43:27 GMT)
GM names former government lawyer as adviser
Washington -- General Motors Co. has hired a former government lawyer to advise the company on its dealings with the government, which owns a majority stake in the company. (Wed, 17 Feb 2010 23:07:55 GMT)
Gentry McCauley, former Woodford commonwealth's attorney, dies
Gentry E. McCauley Jr., 81, former Woodford County commonwealth's attorney and husband of Joyce (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 01:12:41 GMT)
Former Riverside police chief drank 4 whiskeys before accident, lawyer says
Surveillance video showing Russ Leach at a Colton strip club is turned over to CHP investigators, who interview the bartender, manager and one of the topless dancers. Just a few hours before crashing his city-owned vehicle last week, former Riverside Police Chief Russ Leach had been drinking at a strip club in Colton, according to a lawyer for the club and surveillance video. (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 01:31:37 GMT)
Englewood attorney charged with theft, forgery
An Englewood attorney has been charged with theft and forgery, accused of misrepresenting the legal status of a development property in which he allegedly encouraged a client to invest $245,000, authorities said Wednesday. (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 02:08:47 GMT)
Summary Box: SEC, NY attorney general at odds over reasons for firing of BofA top lawyer
BOFA TOP LAWYER FIRED: In December 2008, before its takeover of Merrill Lynch, Bank of America Corp. abruptly fired its general counsel Timothy Mayopoulos. (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 02:29:09 GMT)
Culberth's attorney exhausted, ecstatic
A northeast Kansas attorney has seen 5 days of intense work pay off, with the release of eight Americans in Haiti. (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 02:31:40 GMT)
Attorney General vs. Gambling Task Force
During a Wednesday news conference Attorney General Troy King spoke out against the activities of the Governor’s Gambling Task Force. "I have never seen a more ill-advised and reckless approach to a legal issue than the current approach now being undertaken by the Governor's task force. Rather than moving quickly in a court of law to obtain the answer, the task force has regrettably chosen ... (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 02:35:52 GMT)
Former Riverside police chief had four drinks before accident, lawyer says
Surveillance video showing Russ Leach at a Colton strip club is turned over to CHP investigators, who interview the bartender, manager and one of the dancers. Just a few hours before crashing his city-owned vehicle last week, former Riverside Police Chief Russ Leach had been drinking at a strip club in Colton, according to a lawyer for the club and surveillance video. (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 03:31:37 GMT)
Attorney alleges Cromartie late on child payments
Chargers cornerback Antonio Cromartie is past due on about $25,000 in child support after missing his Feb. 1 payment due date for several of his children, an attorney for the mother of one of his children says. (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 03:43:36 GMT)
Update: High Profile Attorney charged with sexual assault
Defense attorney Thomas Zoesch posted bail after being formally charged Wednesday with two counts of 2nd degree sexual assault, battery and intimidation of a victim for a pair of incidents... (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 03:45:02 GMT)
Candidates for Tarrant County district attorney
A voter's guide to candidates for Tarrant County district attorney in the March 2 election. (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 04:53:09 GMT)
Lawyer and conservationist creates quail habitat in Newburg
James Farmer, a lawyer, spends his days representing clients in court but devotes his weekends to wildlife conservation at his 260-acre farm in Newburg, his bird dogs at his side. (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 05:00:00 GMT)
George Ryan's wife and lawyer appeal to Obama
Imprisoned former Gov. George Ryan's wife and lawyer say they are seeking clemency from President Barack Obama, citing health reasons for seeking Ryan's early release. (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 05:16:26 GMT)
Lawyer's Trial Renews Rule-Of-Law Concerns In China
A lawyer involved in anti-mob trials in southwestern China found himself on trial, accused of falsifying evidence. Many Chinese lawyers see the case as an assault on their profession, and the case has sparked a nationwide debate about due process. (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 05:51:47 GMT)
China activist lawyer's wife seeks his whereabouts
The wife of an activist Chinese lawyer missing for more than a year challenged claims by authorities in China that he was working in a remote western region of the country and had been in touch with relatives, a human rights group said Thursday. (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 06:30:27 GMT)
Wife of missing Chinese lawyer denies contact
The wife of prominent Chinese human rights lawyer Gao Zhisheng has denied reports that he has made contact with her since he disappeared more than a year ago. (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 06:34:13 GMT)
FDLE forwards 'deferred compensation' complaint to state attorney Meggs
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement has forwarded a complaint over the city of Tallahassee's "deferred compensation" practice to State Attorney Willie Meggs for review. (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 07:02:34 GMT)
Attorney appointed in Millard deputy slaying
A judge has appointed an attorney for a man charged in connection with the killing of Millard County sheriff's deputy Josie... (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 07:56:51 GMT)
Attorney general avoids terror topics
Though he has pledged to be more aggressive in arguing why terror suspects should be tried in civilian courts, U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder shied away from the controversy Wednesday during a 10-minute speech at a Federal Bar Association luncheon in Detroit. (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 08:53:31 GMT)
Virginia attorney general blasts EPA effort to regulate greenhouse gases
The federal government's ruling that greenhouse gases are a public health threat is based on erroneous science that will destroy jobs, Virginia Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli said Wednesday. (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 09:32:12 GMT)
Attorney General won't take over gambling task force
By Phillip Rawls The Associated Press Alabama's attorney general declined Wednesday to take control of the governor's gambling task force.... (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 09:46:56 GMT)
Prosecutor: Appleton attorney Thomas Zoesch threatened sex assault victim
APPLETON A prominent Appleton defense attorney charged with sexually assaulting an ex-girlfriend threatened to knock her teeth out if she tried to leave during the encounter, prosecutors said Wednesday. (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 10:29:03 GMT)
Attorney takes out papers seeking post of retiring Solano County judge
A Vallejo attorney has taken out papers to run for the Solano County Superior Court judgeship which will be open as a result of longtime Judge William C. (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 10:52:50 GMT)
Second Vallejo attorney to seek retiring judge's post
A second Vallejo attorney has taken out papers to run for the Solano County Superior Court judgeship which will be open as a result of longtime Judge William C. Harrison's retirement.Attorney Micheal Anthony Thompson took out election papers late Tuesday for Solano County (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 11:01:22 GMT)
BBC TV presenter silent over mercy killing: lawyer
Police questioned a veteran BBC broadcaster for a second day Thursday over his admission that he smothered an ex-lover who had AIDS, but his lawyer said he had yet to reveal the victim's name. (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 11:57:53 GMT)
Accused colonel retains top Ottawa defence lawyer
The military base commander charged in the deaths of two Eastern Ontario women and with the sexual assaults of two others, is being represented by a top Ottawa defence lawyer who is experienced in handling murder cases. (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 13:04:34 GMT)
German lawyer:115 charge sex abuse by Jesuits
A lawyer says 115 former students have come forward with charges of sexual abuse at schools run by Germany's Jesuit order. (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 16:05:15 GMT)
U.S. Attorney will announce charges in N.J. corruption investigation
Mitsu Yasukawa/The Star-LedgerU.S. Attorney Paul Fishman at his office in Newark.NEWARK — U.S. Attorney Paul J. Fishman has scheduled a 3 p.m. news conference along with the FBI and IRS to announce charges in a New Jersey corruption investigation. Authorities... (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 16:32:22 GMT)
State supreme court rejects reinstatement of Tampa lawyer
The Florida Supreme Court refused today to reinstate a Tampa lawyer who was suspended in 2006.The court denied a request by Linda Thompson to let her resume practicing law. She was suspended for two years in 2006 for failing to properly represent clients and engaging in conduct involving fraud or deceit. She also failed to provide a written response to the Florida Bar's investigation of the case. (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 17:49:00 GMT)
Attorney: Algonquin boy who killed father was abused
An Algonquin boy charged with murdering his father has a "history of psychiatric issues" and may have been responding to years of abuse, his attorney said Thursday. (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 17:50:56 GMT)
German lawyer: 115 claim sex abuse by Jesuits
The number of students who claim they were sexually abused by Jesuit priests at schools across Germany has jumped to 115, a lawyer said Thursday. (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 18:00:45 GMT)
Manhattan District Attorney Names Economic Crimes Chief
Manhattan's district attorney, Cyrus R. Vance Jr., has created a major economic crimes bureau to help combat financial fraud, Reuters reported Thursday. (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 18:01:02 GMT)
Abused animals could get right to lawyer in Swiss proposal up for vote
GENEVA (AP) — Lawyer Antoine F. Goetschel feels uncomfortable talking about one of his recent clients. And it isn't just because he lost the case. (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 18:09:54 GMT)
St. Louis Attorney Files Class Action Suit Against Red Box
A Contact 2 "red alert" on the popular "Red Box" movie rental kiosks you see all over town. Consumers across the country say unfair late fees and other charges are adding up and now a Saint Louis attorney is now leading a class action lawsuit against the company. It's supposed to be one of the most convenient and economical ways to rent a movie. "It was my first experience with it." Self-service ... (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 18:15:01 GMT)
Attorney: Algonquin boy who killed father was abused, suffers mental illness
ALGONQUIN – A 16-year-old boy discussed suicide the day he killed his father, and had a history of mental illness, including a six-week hospitalization within the last year, his attorney said today. (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 19:20:25 GMT)
Long-time top Christie aide tapped as chief attorney for NJSEA
Career federal prosecutor Ralph Marra, a long-time top aide to Gov. Chris Christie, has been tapped as the new chief attorney for the New Jersey Sports and Exposition Authority. (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 19:55:28 GMT)
Attorney Expects No Charges Against Missionaries
An attorney representing Drew Culberth and three other missionaries who were detained in Haiti says he expects them to no longer face charges. (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 20:15:46 GMT)
Controversial Milwaukee Attorney Loses Law License
MADISON, Wis. -- The Wisconsin Supreme Court has revoked the law license of a Milwaukee attorney long known for his flamboyant and controversial antics. (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 20:20:47 GMT)
Documents prove Toyota concealed evidence, lawyer says
A House panel on Thursday subpoenaed confidential company documents that a former Toyota lawyer has said proves the automaker routinely concealed evidence from the courts and federal regulators, a committee staffer said. (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 20:36:38 GMT)
Collier attorney who received red light ticket vows to continue to fight it in court
NAPLES —A Naples man this afternoon lost an appeal to fight the Collier County red light camera law.Sebouh Gourjin, a criminal defense attorney who normally doesn't handle civil cases, had filed an appeal of his ticket on behalf of all Collier citizens.Circuit Judge Cynthia Pivacek at a hearing this afternoon denied his motion that stated the ticket was technically the wrong way to fight the ... (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 20:44:00 GMT)
Attorney: Poultry companies 'knew better,' but polluted watershed anyway; trial nears end
TULSA, Okla. - Motivated by greed, several Arkansas poultry farms cut corners when getting rid of thousands of tons of waste and allowed it to pollute a sensitive watershed, an attorney for the state argued Thursday. (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 20:59:32 GMT)
Icahn Buys Fontainebleau Casino Resort, Lawyer Says (Update1)
Feb. 18 (Bloomberg) -- Billionaire investor Carl Icahn bought the unfinished Fontainebleau Las Vegas casino resort today, a bankruptcy lawyer said. A judge in Miami had approved the sale last month for $156.1 million. (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 21:15:18 GMT)
Icahn Buys Fontainebleau Casino Resort, Lawyer Says (Update1)
Feb. 18 (Bloomberg) -- Billionaire investor Carl Icahn bought the unfinished Fontainebleau Las Vegas casino resort today, a bankruptcy lawyer said. A judge in Miami had approved the sale last month for $156.1 million. (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 22:52:49 GMT)
Convicted Quebec terrorist plans to appeal "severe" life sentence: lawyer
MONTREAL - The lawyer for convicted terrorist Said Namouh says his client will appeal the life sentence handed to him this week. (Thu, 18 Feb 2010 23:24:00 GMT)
Documents prove Toyota concealed evidence, lawyer says
A U.S. House panel on Thursday subpoenaed confidential company documents that a former Toyota lawyer has said prove the automaker routinely concealed evidence from the courts and federal regulators. (Fri, 19 Feb 2010 00:54:30 GMT)
Bysiewicz asks the courts to confirm her qualifications for the attorney general
Staff file photo Connecticut Secretary of State Susan Bysiewicz. Photo: Ned Gerard / Connecticut Post Secretary of the State Susan Bysiewicz asked the courts Thursday to confirm whether she's qualified to serve as attorney general. (Fri, 19 Feb 2010 01:28:44 GMT)
U.S. Attorney, FBI launch inquiry into Campbell shooting
PORTLAND, Ore. – The U.S. Attorney’s Office and the F.B.I. announced on Thursday they had initiated a preliminary inquiry into the fatal shooting of Aaron Campbell. The purpose of the inquiry was to determine only whether a civil rights violation had occurred. The broader question of “whether there are management or policy issues which should be addressed by local law enforcement is a question ... (Fri, 19 Feb 2010 02:07:56 GMT)
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