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Attorney News Aug 2007

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Lawyer Taking Caller’s Questions
JEDDAH, 12 August 2007 — A call-in radio program on legal advice is being aired at 4 p.m. today. The program, being presented by Waleed Shari, will feature lawyer Ashraf Saraj as the guest. (Sat, 11 Aug 2007 23:11:08 GMT)

US Attorney General Gonzales visits Iraq
WASHINGTON: US Attorney General Alberto Gonzales arrived in Baghdad on Saturday, the US Department of Justice said in a statement. It was Gonzales' third visit to Iraq since becoming the US attorney general in February 2005. (Sat, 11 Aug 2007 23:24:35 GMT)

Lawyer calls for Khadr’s return to Canada
U.S. Navy JAG Lawyer Lt. Cmdr. William Kuebler, who is representing Cdn. Afghanistan fighter Omar Khadr in Guantanamo Bay, speaks at the meeting of Council of the Canadian Bar Association at the Calgary Telus Convention Centre Saturday, Aug. 11. (Sun, 12 Aug 2007 00:10:36 GMT)

Former Alabama Attorney General McDonald Gallion dies at 94
MONTGOMERY, Ala. Former two-term Alabama Attorney General McDonald Gallion died Saturday at his home in Montgomery. He was 94. (Sun, 12 Aug 2007 01:13:30 GMT)

Attorney speaks on video poker, bribery charges
Henderson Amusement Inc. and part-owner Barron Henderson will plead not guilty to the charges against them in the video poker case unfolding across Western North Carolina, according to attorney Monroe Whitesides. (Sun, 12 Aug 2007 02:55:57 GMT)

Investors doubt attorney general
Lawrence Smith and Jeff Hudson don’t believe the S.C. attorney general’s beef with 3 Hebrew Boys. The pair of retired military veterans from Arlington, Texas., invested less than $20,000 last year with the Columbia-based company in exchange for 10 percent monthly returns. They don’t know how the money was made. All they know is that they were getting monthly checks until the authorities stepped ... (Sun, 12 Aug 2007 04:17:17 GMT)

Phoenix attorney named new chairman of Arizona Democratic Party
PHOENIX -- Phoenix attorney Don Bivens was chosen Saturday as the new chairman of the Arizona Democratic Party. More than 400 party activists gathered at Yavapai College in... (Sun, 12 Aug 2007 04:20:58 GMT)

EFCC: Attorney General is Right, Says Yadudu
Professor of Law at the Bayero University Kano, Auwalu Yad-udu has come to the defence of the Minister of Justice and Attorney General of the Federation (AGF), Mr. Mike Aondoakaa (SAN), over his directive that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) should seek permission from his office before prosecuting any suspect of corrupt practice. (Sun, 12 Aug 2007 04:23:37 GMT)

Richmond Flowers; Ala. Attorney General Opposed Segregation
Richmond Flowers, 88, the former Alabama attorney general who challenged segregationist Gov. George Wallace's dominance in 1966 but saw his political career end in scandal, died Aug. 9 of Parkinson's disease at his home in Dothan, Ala. (Sun, 12 Aug 2007 04:59:00 GMT)

John Doak "Jack" Mulvihill, lawyer who served three Houston mayors
John Doak "Jack" Mulvihill, a lawyer who served three Houston mayors and was a lobbyist for the city, died of cancer at 83. Mulvihill also was a decorated veteran of World War II who flew B-26 bombers over Europe. As a member of the city's legal team, Mulvihill worked with mayors Roy Hofheinz, Lewis Cutrer and Louie Welch. (Sun, 12 Aug 2007 05:46:53 GMT)

Lawyer: Full story on kidnap not out
The full story on what police say was a faked kidnapping isn’t out yet, according to a lawyer for one of the parties involved. (Sun, 12 Aug 2007 06:00:07 GMT)

Lawyer helps to launch Wills for Heroes
Anthony Hayes still remembers the words that inspired him to act after the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks: "You don't have to pick up a rock to help," he recalled hearing a police officer pulled from the World Trade Center wreckage say on television. Hayes, a 39-year-old lawyer in Columbia, decided to give back to firefighters and other first responders by helping them draft their wills. After ... (Sun, 12 Aug 2007 07:03:49 GMT)

Attorney seeks data after high court ruling
An attorney who won a U.S. Supreme Court case forcing Jefferson County public schools to drop a racial integration plan has filed a motion seeking to force the district to provide data on enrollment and capacities in a handful of schools. Attorney Teddy Gordon said Friday that some parents whose children were denied transfers are trying to make sure they weren't turned down because of race. The ... (Sun, 12 Aug 2007 07:10:48 GMT)

Lawyer pleas for help to find missing wife
Five days after his wife vanished without a trace following a Bentley dance class, high-profile lawyer Lloyd Rayney has issued a desperate plea for information on the mother-of-two's whereabouts. (Sun, 12 Aug 2007 08:02:32 GMT)

Former Attorney General Gallion dies
Former two-term Alabama Attorney General McDonald Gallion died Saturday at his home in Montgomery. He was 94. (Sun, 12 Aug 2007 09:05:20 GMT)

Ex-Attorney General Gallion dies at 94
MONTGOMERY - Former two-term Alabama Attorney General McDonald Gallion died Saturday at his home in Montgomery. He was 94. Gallion was a key figure in the cleanup of crime and corruption in Phenix City after the 1954 assasination of the winner in the attorney general's race, Albert Patterson. (Sun, 12 Aug 2007 09:16:44 GMT)

Rogers Tax Attorney Pleads Not Guilty to Theft
BENTONVILLE -- A Rogers tax attorney entered a not guilty plea to theft of property charges Monday in Benton County Circuit Court. (Sun, 12 Aug 2007 09:32:31 GMT)

Newspaper Attorney Argues for Open Hearings
BENTONVILLE -- An attorney for Stephens Media represented The Morning News before a judge Tuesday, asking that hearings and motions filed in a road rage murder case be open to the public. (Sun, 12 Aug 2007 09:37:22 GMT)

New: Regna to run for state's attorney
WOODSTOCK – Lashing out at McHenry County State’s Attorney Louis Bianchi on Tuesday, Crystal Lake attorney and former county prosecutor Daniel Regna announced his bid for state’s attorney for the 2008-12 term. (Sun, 12 Aug 2007 10:32:19 GMT)

Lawyer's death 'a nightmare'
SAN DIEGO, Aug. 12 (UNION-TRIBUNE): Timothy MacNeil's career as a lawyer in San Diego County spanned 38 years. He handled family and criminal cases, everything from divorce to murder. A likable guy who worked hard for his clients, MacNeil was looking forward to retirement. (Sun, 12 Aug 2007 10:42:58 GMT)

Circumstances in the country demanded emergency: Pak Attorney General
Lahore, Aug 12 (ANI): Pakistan's Attorney General Justice (retired) Malik Qayyum has said that the present circumstances in the country demanded imposition of an emergency. Qayyum said military personnel were being attacked and security checkposts were being hit with rockets in the country. The Supreme Court's (SC) decision in favour of Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Iftikhar Muhammad ... (Sun, 12 Aug 2007 10:47:39 GMT)

Lawyer calls for Khadr's return to Canada
CALGARY -- It's time for Canada's lawyers to break their silence on al-Qaida terrorism suspect Omar Khadr and to lobby the federal government to bring the 20-year-old Canadian home, his U.S. military lawyer, Lt.-Cmdr. William Kuebler, said Saturday. (Sun, 12 Aug 2007 11:57:13 GMT)

Former Attorney General Gallion dead at 94
MONTGOMERY (AP) — Former two-term Alabama Attorney General McDonald Gallion died Saturday at his home in Montgomery. He was 94. Gallion was a key figure in the clean up of crime and corruption in Phenix City after the 1954 assassination of the winner in the attorney general’s race, Albert Patterson. (Sun, 12 Aug 2007 12:09:26 GMT)

Mesothelioma Lawyer Johnson Still Worries About New Jersey Asbestos Exposure
Mesothelioma lawyer Nick Johnson of Johnson Law Group, with principal offices in Houston, Texas, is finding that exposure to asbestos in New Jersey remains a concern today despite government regulations. (Sun, 12 Aug 2007 13:00:00 GMT)

Attorney may assess complaint over Cunek's case by end August
Prague- Petr Coufal, head of the Brno Regional State Attorney's Office, will probably assess a complaint against the procedure in the case of Czech deputy PM Jiri Cunek by the end of August, Coufal said in Vaclav Moravec's Questions programme on public Czech Television (CT). (Sun, 12 Aug 2007 13:21:51 GMT)

Lawyer's plea for missing wife
A LAWYER representing police at a corruption inquiry has made a public appeal over the disappearance of his wife, who has not been seen since she attended a boot-scooting class in Perth. (Sun, 12 Aug 2007 14:00:00 GMT)

Musharraf could retain uniform even after 2007: Attorney General
ISLAMABAD: Attorney General of Pakistan Malik Muhammad Qayyum Saturday said that President Gen. Musharraf could retain uniform even after November 15, 2007 and he needed an Act of Parliament for this..... (Sun, 12 Aug 2007 17:47:26 GMT)

Former clients: Lawyer ruined our lives; Disbarred attorney guilty of stealing $1M, imprisoned
BROCKTON - The victims scammed out of their savings by a disbarred lawyer told a judge Friday that their lives and those of their relatives had been ruined. (Sun, 12 Aug 2007 18:36:53 GMT)

Dr Ali expects to be sacked: lawyer
Indian-trained Gold Coast doctor Mohammed Asif Ali is preparing to be sacked by Queensland Health this week, his lawyer says. Dr Asif Ali has admitted to lying on his resume and owning rubber stamps that could be used to forge medical testimonials. (Sun, 12 Aug 2007 20:07:01 GMT)

MOTOGP: Lawyer says Rossi 'baffled' by probe
Valentino Rossi's lawyer says the former MotoGP champion is 'bewildered' by the tax evasion investigation currently being carried out against him in Italy (Sun, 12 Aug 2007 22:19:23 GMT)

Deputy district attorney moving on to private practice
A deputy district attorney is leaving the office this month to move into private practice in Arcata. Jeffrey Schwartz said the motivation for the move is to have more flexibility in his schedule to spend time with his family. (Sun, 12 Aug 2007 22:26:50 GMT)

Flowers, Disgraced Civil Rights Attorney, Dies
All Things Considered , August 12, 2007 · Richmond Flowers, a former attorney general in Alabama who gained national attention by prosecuting civil rights cases, has died. Flowers' legal career ended in disgrace after he was convicted of extortion. (Sun, 12 Aug 2007 22:58:02 GMT)

Labour law enough to solve ‘run away’ problems: Lawyer
DOHA • Qatar's labour law is a finely balanced one, taking care of the interests of both the employer and the employee, said woman lawyer Saeeda Mohammed Qash. (Sun, 12 Aug 2007 23:20:59 GMT)

‘Separate Justice Minister, Attorney-General’s Office’
Islamic Cleric, Dr Abdul-Lateef Adegbite, has called for a constitutional review to separate the office of the justice minister from the attorney-general. (Sun, 12 Aug 2007 23:56:09 GMT)

Civil Rights Lawyer's Life Celebrated
RICHMOND, Aug. 12 -- This wasn't a funeral service for tears. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 02:33:10 GMT)

The attorney for Emilio Sanchez Sr., Sanship Inc.’s director and president maintains his client is innocent of a felony ...
The attorney for Emilio Sanchez Sr., Sanship Inc.’s director and president maintains his client is innocent of a felony environmental crime for which he faces arraignment in September. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 02:49:41 GMT)

Lawyer: Britney Spears assistant subpoenaed by pop star's ex-husband
An assistant to Britney Spears was subpoenaed Sunday to offer a statement in a legal matter concerning the pop star and ex-husband Kevin Federline, a lawyer said. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 03:26:22 GMT)

Convicted murderer allegedly attacks attorney
A Leavenworth man who’s already been convicted of murder and has a battery case pending may be in even more trouble after he allegedly attacked his attorney Wednesday. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 04:05:20 GMT)

Attorney develops condos along St. Johns River
NORTHSIDE -- A Jacksonville attorney is developing a St. Johns River condominium project on Heckscher Drive. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 04:10:01 GMT)

Big-case attorney young but skilled
A Hackettstown area attorney challenging the constitutionality of the state's Highlands Act is being honored for his leadership and courtroom record. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 04:30:02 GMT)

Smarts serve Wood well as U.S. attorney
When people who know new U.S. Attorney John Wood get asked what they think of him, the first answer that tends to come back is hardly unique. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 04:53:13 GMT)

Browns Lawyer Laughs Off Reconciliation Reports
BOBBY BROWN's lawyer has laughed off reports the singer is reconciling with his ex-wife WHITNEY HOUSTON after the pair were spotted dining together in (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 06:18:43 GMT)

Britney Spears assistant subpoenaed by pop star's ex-husband, lawyer says
LOS ANGELES (AP) — An assistant to Britney Spears was subpoenaed Sunday to offer a statement in a legal matter concerning the pop star and ex-husband Kevin Federline, a lawyer said. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 07:13:58 GMT)

Importance of a Lawyer for Your Small Business
Along with legal requirements, there can also be litigations, disputes, etc., that need preparation beforehand in order to avoid serious consequences. A lawyer is the person that can help you with all of these and much more by way of their expertise and knowledge on the subject. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 08:15:46 GMT)

Lawyer blamed for client's woes
There is nothing flashy about Toronto lawyer Ricardo Aguirre. He dresses down, drives a cheap fuel-efficient car, and owns a modest semi-detached home in northeast Toronto. But two former clients wished they had never met him. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 08:43:15 GMT)

Lawyer who helped poor dies
Õ7GoldbergÕ A Mexico attorney who represented many people who could not otherwise afford a lawyer has died. Charles Goldberg, 51, owned a pizza shop and antiques store before becoming a lawyer in 2001. A review of state court records shows Goldberg represented dozens of Family Court clients. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 09:10:21 GMT)

U.S. ordered to pay OKC attorney
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) -- A federal judge in Texas has ordered the government to pay almost $400,000 to an Oklahoma City attorney who was wrongly prosecuted. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 09:16:04 GMT)

Former State Treasurer Joins Attorney General's Staff
LITTLE ROCK -- Former state Treasurer Jimmie Lou Fisher has been hired as a consumer education instructor for state Attorney General Dustin McDaniel's office, McDaniel said Tuesday. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 09:22:21 GMT)

Police Should Be Free To Enforce Smoking Ban, City Attorney Argues
FAYETTEVILLE -- Enforcement of Fayetteville's smoking ordinance should be left to the police department, City Attorney Kit Williams said in a brief filed Thursday. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 09:53:43 GMT)

Mesothelioma Lawyer Johnson Still Worries About Florida Asbestos Exposure
Mesothelioma lawyer Nick Johnson of Johnson Law Group, with principal offices in Houston, Texas, is finding that exposure to asbestos in Florida remains a concern today despite government regulations. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 12:40:00 GMT)

General's lawyer says client wants to defend self
FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. The retired general considered for demotion after the friendly fire death of former pro football player Pat Tillman wants to defend himself before an Army board, his lawyer says. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 12:43:30 GMT)

Mesothelioma Lawyer Johnson Still Worries About Georgia Asbestos Exposure
Mesothelioma lawyer Nick Johnson of Johnson Law Group, with principal offices in Houston, Texas, is finding that exposure to asbestos in Georgia remains a concern today despite government regulations. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 12:44:00 GMT)

District Attorney Seeking Death Penalty Against Cuellar
The Mecklenburg County District Attorney's office intends to seek the death penalty against a man charged with murdering his two children. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 12:49:31 GMT)

Lawyer: Britney Spears' Assistant Subpoenaed by K-Fed
An assistant to Britney Spears was subpoenaed Sunday to offer a statement in a legal matter concerning the pop star and ex-husband Kevin Federline, a lawyer said. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 13:21:52 GMT)

Rights lawyer Hill dies at 100
RICHMOND (AP) — Oliver W. Hill, a civil rights lawyer who was at the front of the legal effort that desegregated public schools, has died at age 100, a family friend said. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 14:34:28 GMT)

Nigeria: EFCC - Attorney General is Right, Says Yadudu
Professor of Law at the Bayero University Kano, Auwalu Yad-udu has come to the defence of the Minister of Justice and Attorney General of the Federation (AGF), Mr. Mike Aondoakaa (SAN), over his directive that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) should seek permission from his office before prosecuting any suspect of corrupt practice. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 14:57:12 GMT)

Lawyer steps up for religious issues
When religious groups find their backs against the wall, Mark Chopko steps in to help. The D.C. lawyer has been providing damage control to religious organizations for more than two decades. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 15:14:28 GMT)

Nigeria: 'Separate Justice Minister, Attorney-General's Office'
Islamic Cleric, Dr Abdul-Lateef Adegbite, has called for a constitutional review to separate the office of the justice minister from the attorney-general. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 15:53:05 GMT)

District Attorney Keyes Remembered for Role in Aimee Semple McPherson Case
Asa Keyes, district attorney of Los Angeles County from 1923-28, has been portrayed in movies and on the stage. He’s been depicted in connection with prosecutorial efforts that came after celebrity-minister Aimee Semple McPherson apparently faked having been kidnapped. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 17:22:45 GMT)

Lawyer accuses media of prejudice
The lawyer for one of the five people charged over the abuse of dead Rotorua toddler Nia Glassie lashed out at the media yesterday following his client's court appearance. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 17:32:35 GMT)

Former Alabama Attorney General McDonald Gallion dies at 94
Former two-term Alabama Attorney General McDonald Gallion died Saturday at his home in Montgomery. He was 94. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 17:45:08 GMT)

No lawyer thanks, I'd rather tell the truth
A savvy defendant has given a simple answer when asked if he wanted a lawyer to represent him: No thanks, he would rather tell the truth instead. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 18:14:01 GMT)

Lawyer Suspended
A Winnipeg lawyer could be in trouble with the Manitoba Law Society for the second time in two years. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 18:41:50 GMT)

Mary Winkler expected to be freed within days, attorney says
A woman convicted of manslaughter in the shooting death of her preacher husband is expected to be released from custody this week, her lawyer said Monday. Attorney Steve Farese Sr. said he expects Mary Winkler to be freed on either Tuesday or Wednesday from the mental health facility where she has been in treatment for about two months. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 18:48:09 GMT)

Bailey Slaying Suspect Has Problem Getting Lawyer
A court hearing Monday for a 19-year-old handyman charged in the murder of Oakland journalist Chauncey Bailey was postponed because the suspect has had problems in getting a lawyer to represent him. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 18:56:00 GMT)

Attorney Wants Schools to Provide Enrollment Data
Should Congress hire a special prosecutor to investigate Attorney General Alberto Gonzales’ alleged lying under oath? (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 18:57:02 GMT)

Attorney: Winkler likely to be free within days
Mary Winkler's attorney expects her to be freed from custody this week. Winkler was convicted of manslaughter for the shooting death of her preacher husband in Selmer. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 19:09:42 GMT)

Mary Winkler expected to be freed within days, attorney says
Attorney said he expects Winkler to be freed on either Tuesday or Wednesday from the mental health facility where she has been in treatment for about two months (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 19:09:44 GMT)

Attorney: Mary Winkler Could be Free Within Days
Winkler's attorney said he expects his client to be freed either tomorrow or Wednesday from the mental health facility where she has been in treatment for about two months. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 19:49:42 GMT)

Local attorney and law school educator Max Kravitz dies at 60
Max Kravitz, a local criminal-defense attorney and Capital University Law School educator, died yesterday after suffering a cerebral hemorrhage. He was 60. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 20:27:35 GMT)

N.J. Attorney General Targets Social-Networking Sites
The New Jersey attorney general has asked a dozen Internet social networking sites to find out whether convicted New Jersey sex offenders have created profiles on their sites. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 20:36:34 GMT)

Qualcomm lawyer resigns amid setbacks
Qualcomm Inc. said Monday its head lawyer resigned after a string of legal setbacks at the world's second-largest chipmaker for cell phones. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 20:51:27 GMT)

License for lawyer accused of taking $2.35 million suspended
COLUMBIA, S.C. The South Carolina Supreme Court on Monday suspended the license of a lawyer accused of stealing $2.35 million from a client. Michael Timothy Jordan's license was suspended until further order of the court. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 20:58:42 GMT)

Final police report released on well-known attorney's death
DENVER - The investigative report of the February 23 death of attorney Michael Andre states: "Mr. Andre was responsible for his death. The case will be carried as 'unfounded' as to a crime." (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 21:09:33 GMT)

Defense attorney's security clearance at issue in theft case
Associated Press - August 13, 2007 5:25 PM ET KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - A defense attorney for a former contract worker charged with stealing uranium enrichment equipment from a nuclear cleanup... (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 21:33:20 GMT)

QualComm's top lawyer quits
U.S. wireless research-and-development company QualComm Inc. said its top lawyer had resigned following a series of undesirable legal rulings. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 21:39:38 GMT)

Qualcomm lawyer resigns after setbacks
(Associated Press via NewsEdge) Qualcomm said its head lawyer resigned after a string of legal setbacks at the world's second-largest chipmaker for mobile phones. (Mon, 13 Aug 2007 23:57:09 GMT)

Accused Attorney in Bond Court
To watch video online please click here to download the latest version of the Flash plugin. The state supreme court struck a blow to a local attorney accused of stealing more than $2 Million and faking his own death. The court suspended Michael Jordon's real estate license. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 00:47:17 GMT)

Qualcomm lawyer resigns after setbacks
Qualcomm Inc. said Monday its head lawyer resigned after a string of legal setbacks at the world's second-largest chipmaker for cell phones. Lou Lupin, 52, joined Qualcomm in 1995 and was elevated to general counsel in 2000, a position from which he led efforts to build and defend the company's vaunted business of licensing rights to its patented technology to other companies. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 01:20:18 GMT)

(AFX UK Focus) 2007-08-14 03:35 GMT: Taiwan opposition leader Ma cleared of corruption charges - attorney
TAIPEI (XFN-ASIA) - The Taipei District Court has cleared Ma Ying-jeou, who is representing opposition Kuomintang (KMT) in the 2008 presidential race, of corruption charges, Ma's attorney Sung Yao-ming said. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 02:57:28 GMT)

Overruled! Supreme Court says Public Service Commission (PSC) breached natural justice rules - Government lawyer ...
The Supreme Court has ruled that the Public Service Commission (PSC) breached its regulations and the rules of natural justice, when it recommended to the Governor-General that government lawyer Lackston Robinson should be prematurely retired from the Public Service.... (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 04:03:00 GMT)

Witness discovery, prosecutor error prompt veteran attorney to quit
The veteran assistant Ramsey County attorney who headed the prosecution of former fugitive and convicted murderer Gordon Weaver resigned on Monday. Fred Fink, 56, found himself in the middle of an internal investigation in the county attorney's office about whether prosecutors should have disclosed to Weaver's attorney that a witness had been located who could have testified about key laboratory ... (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 04:04:03 GMT)

Attorney asks to have case tossed
The Seneca County commissioners should be allowed to continue their chosen course of action to demolish the courthouse, according to Mark Landes, attorney for the commissioners. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 04:26:15 GMT)

Va. attorney general: Abuser fees constitutional
The state’s controversial abusive driver penalties need to be fine-tuned, but state Attorney General Bob McDonnell said here Monday they are likely constitutional. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 04:42:59 GMT)

Peter M. Zavaletta wears three hats: Brownsville Navigation District commissioner, attorney and taxpayer. He donned the ...
Peter M. Zavaletta wears three hats: Brownsville Navigation District commissioner, attorney and taxpayer. He donned the latter two on Monday, filing suit against Dannenbaum Engineering Corp. in state district court. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 04:56:20 GMT)

Qualcomm lawyer, known for aggressive tactics, resigns
Its top lawyer resigns. A former U.S. attorney takes over and may take a friendlier tack. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 07:13:18 GMT)

Attorney general's office: Migrant funds 'misused'
District of Columbia Public Schools officials "misused" federal grants designed to help the children of migrant workers, and the city will now cooperate with an ongoing federal investigation, a spokeswoman for the D.C. attorney general told The Examiner on Monday. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 07:15:30 GMT)

Banning lawyer defends veterans memorials
Rees Lloyd describes himself as a radical who once worked by the side of legendary labor activist Cesar Chavez, helped organize a wildcat truckers strike in 1973 and worked as a staff lawyer for the American Civil Liberties Union. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 07:34:22 GMT)

Forced off road in DWI - attorney
An allegedly boozed-up driver who struck and killed a woman on his way home from a Mets game was forced off the road by another car, his attorney said. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 08:32:39 GMT)

Lawyer stabbed in Patiala House court premises
New Delhi, Aug 14 (IANS) A lawyer was stabbed in the Patiala House court premises here by some unidentified people Tuesday afternoon. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 10:58:03 GMT)

DVD Review: Harvey Birdman Attorney at Law - Volume Three
Harvey Birdman Attorney at Law is a show so wonderfully bizarre, wildly unpredictable, and oddly humorous it is not bound by the laws of continuity, so it doesn’t matter where you jump in. Volume Three collects episodes #27 through series finale #39; these shows premiered from August 2005 to July 2007. It is just as good a place to start as any. The series uses a concept similar to that ... (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 11:29:24 GMT)

Lawyer stabbed in Patiala House court premises
A lawyer was stabbed in the Patiala House court premises in New Delhi by some unidentified people on Tuesday afternoon. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 11:38:23 GMT)

Lawyer says Padilla went overseas to study, not fight jihad
Jose Padilla traveled overseas to peacefully study Arabic and Islam and not to train as an al-Qaida terrorist, his lawyer said Tuesday in closing arguments in a case rooted in sensational 2002 allegations that Padilla plotted to detonate a "dirty bomb" in the U.S. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 11:44:38 GMT)

'Three whiskies' lawyer picks up driving ban
A SPANISH lawyer who took three glasses of whisky back to his car admitted being in charge of a vehicle while over the legal drink-drive limit. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 11:47:19 GMT)

Lawyer accused of taking $2 million has license suspended
The South Carolina Supreme Court has suspended the license of a lawyer accused of stealing more than $2 million from a client. Michael Timothy Jordan's license was suspended Monday until further order of the court. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 12:02:30 GMT)

Lawyer accused of taking 2 million dollars has license suspended
The South Carolina Supreme Court has suspended the license of a lawyer accused of stealing more than 2 million dollars from a client. Michael Timothy Jordan's license was suspended yesterday until further order of the court. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 12:29:58 GMT)

ODM-K row takes a new twist as Lawyer Imanyara hands over ODM original to Raila
Leadership wrangles in ODM Kenya appear to have come to an end after Nairobi Lawyer Mugambi Imanyara handed over the original Orange Democratic party to the Raila camp which has been battling it out with the Maanzo group. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 12:48:35 GMT)

Attorney general to influence death cases
The death penalty appeal system would go from bad to worse if the U.S. attorney general is allowed to intervene, say advocates for death-row inmates. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 12:54:47 GMT)

County Attorney's office collecting warrant money
WAHOO - The Saunders County Attorney's office has been working hard to try and recover money from warrants issued, and the staff's efforts have started paying off. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 14:59:02 GMT)

Qualcomm lawyer, known for aggressive tactics, resigns
Its top lawyer resigns. A former U.S. attorney takes over and may take a friendlier tack. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 15:34:27 GMT)

Attorney who prosecuted Weaver murder case resigns amid investigation
An assistant Ramsey County attorney who led the prosecution of convicted murderer Gordon Weaver resigned amid an investigation into the prosecution's handling of (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 16:03:58 GMT)

Peraica Declares Run For State's Attorney
Cook County Commissioner Tony Peraica (R-16th) wants the job of the county's top prosecutor. CBS 2's Kristyn Hartman reports. WEB EXTRA: Find Out What Peraica Thinks Must Change In The State's Attorney's Office Get breaking news alerts (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 16:34:00 GMT)

Lawyer charged in child porn case
An Anchorage lawyer and political activist has been arrested. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 16:41:44 GMT)

Peraica to run for state's attorney
Stamping out public corruption will be a top priority, Republican Tony Peraica said Tuesday as he announced his bid for Cook County state's attorney. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 17:03:02 GMT)

Caribou County Prosecuting Attorney Charged With Misuse of Public Money
The Attorney General's Office filed a criminal complaint Monday charging Caribou County Prosecuting Attorney S. Criss James with 11 felony counts of misuse of public money. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 17:10:54 GMT)

Twilegar sentenced to death in attorney's murder
The man convicted of killing a Lee County attorney in August 2002 was sentenced to the death penalty Tuesday. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 17:22:54 GMT)

Padilla case built on fear of Islam, lawyer says
A lawyer for one of former "enemy combatant" Jose Padilla's co-defendants portrayed the government's case in the terrorism support trial on Tuesday as "U.S. versus Islam" and said it relied on fear of Muslims to cover a lack of evidence. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 18:33:20 GMT)

Padilla case built on fear of Islam, lawyer says
Source: Reuters By Jane Sutton MIAMI, Aug 14 (Reuters) - A lawyer for one of former "enemy combatant" Jose Padilla's co-defendants portrayed the government's case in the terrorism support trial on Tuesday ... (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 18:45:23 GMT)

Breaking News: Dona Ana County District Attorney Announces Decision on Deputy
Don Ana County District Attorney announces her decision. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 19:48:40 GMT)

Qualcomm Hires Former U.S. Attorney Lam
One day after its top attorney resigned, Qualcomm hires former U.S. Attorney Carol Lam as an interim replacement. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 19:49:13 GMT)

Lawyer charged in child porn case
An Anchorage lawyer and political activist has been arrested. Police say 51-year-old Kevin Morford of Chugiak was arrested on five counts of possessing child pornography. He was in custody last night at the city jail. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 20:03:59 GMT)

Lawyer: Padilla a student, not terrorist
Jose Padilla traveled overseas to peacefully study Arabic and Islam and not to train as an al-Qaida terrorist, his lawyer said in closing arguments Tuesday in a case rooted in 2002 allegations that he plotted to detonate a “dirty bomb” in the U.S. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 20:08:28 GMT)

Delhi lawyer stabbed outside court
NEW DELHI: A young lawyer was brutally stabbed by a group of unidentified men and robbed of several thousand rupees in cash and a mobile phone in broad daylight right outside the high-security Patiala House courts complex here on ... (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 20:16:31 GMT)

CL&P billing practices to be investigated by Attorney General
Hartford (WTNH, Aug. 14, 2007 4:10 PM) _ Attorney General Richard Blumenthal will be launching an investigation into the billing practices of Connecticut Light and Power. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 20:22:42 GMT)

Attorney General request execution date for Baze
An execution date has been requested for a Kentucky Death Row inmate convicted of killing a sheriff and deputy in 1992. Attorney General Greg Stumbo asked Gov. Ernie Fletcher to schedule an execution for Ralph Stevens Baze on Sept. 18. Baze was condemned to death for the shooting deaths of Powell County Sheriff Steve Bennett and Deputy Arthur Briscoe. The U.S. Supreme Court rejected Baze's final ... (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 21:39:53 GMT)

Man refuses lawyer in favor of honesty
A Wellington, New Zealand, defendant refused a judge's offer to let him consult with a lawyer, saying he'd rather just tell the truth. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 21:40:07 GMT)

Lawyer impersonation case postponed
KLANG: The case of a man who claimed trial for masquerading as a lawyer earlier this year has been postponed to April 23 next year. Mohammad Mat Atan’s case, scheduled to be heard yesterday, was postponed as there was no magistrate available to conduct the trial. (Tue, 14 Aug 2007 23:41:13 GMT)

Lawyer says Padilla went overseas to study, not fight jihad
MIAMI -- Jose Padilla traveled overseas to peacefully study Arabic and Islam and not to train as an al-Qaida terrorist, his lawyer said in closing arguments Tuesday in a case rooted in... (Wed, 15 Aug 2007 00:05:45 GMT)

Local Attorney Arrested on Child Pornography Charges
Civil Attorney, Kevin Morford at his arraignment on Tuesday, August 14, 2007 - facing possession charges of Child Pornography. (Wed, 15 Aug 2007 00:09:45 GMT)

Environmental attorney picked to lead effort to tackle Puget Sound pollution
The new head of the agency leading the effort to save Puget Sound is long-time environmental attorney David Dicks. (Wed, 15 Aug 2007 00:19:45 GMT)

Feds set rules for immigrants services, Outagamie attorney says
APPLETON A local government cant deny illegal immigrants services unless the federal government does, Outagamie Countys attorney told the countys Health and Human Services Board on Tuesday. (Wed, 15 Aug 2007 01:14:30 GMT)

Attorney: Marine charged with murdering Iraqi soldier in Fallujah
A Marine reservist has been charged with murdering an Iraqi army soldier in Fallujah, an attorney said Tuesday. (Wed, 15 Aug 2007 01:58:49 GMT)

Lawyer: Client Helping In Search For Missing Mother
The lawyer for a man accused of abandoning a child he fathered with his now-missing mistress claims his client is helping authorities search for the Mercer County woman. (Wed, 15 Aug 2007 03:08:50 GMT)

Lawyer's sentencing delayed 2 weeks
BRIDGEPORT — The Fairfield lawyer who pleaded guilty to killing his neighbor last August after his wife told him that neighbor had molested their 2-year-old daughter won't learn his fate for (Wed, 15 Aug 2007 03:14:32 GMT)

Council Pres. Gets 'Uncomfortable' Call From State Attorney
JACKSONVILLE,Fla. -- After having what City Council President Dan Davis called an "uncomfortable conversation" with State Attorney Harry Shorstein, Davis addressed the city council, warning its members about the call he received from Shorstein, regarding an upcoming vote for another term for General Counsel Rick Mullaney. (Wed, 15 Aug 2007 04:21:02 GMT)

Council President Claims State Attorney's Call was 'Uncomfortable'
JACKSONVILLE, FL -- City Council President Daniel Davis says a phone call he received from State Attorney Harry Shorstein was 'uncomfortable.' Davis told the city council about the phone call during Tuesday night's meeting. (Wed, 15 Aug 2007 04:24:03 GMT)

Irwin attorney hearing is off
LISBON — A contempt hearing set for Friday against attorney George Kafantaris has been cancelled. (Wed, 15 Aug 2007 04:29:27 GMT)

Committee hires attorney for Bishop-Barron incident
MONTGOMERY — The Senate Ethics and Conduct Committee hired former U.S. Attorney Doug Jones on Tuesday as general counsel. (Wed, 15 Aug 2007 06:40:16 GMT)

Bali nine lawyer confident judges will be independent
The lawyer for three members of the Bali nine says an opinion from three district court judges that rejects legal arguments against their death sentences is not critical to his clients' appeal. (Wed, 15 Aug 2007 08:54:27 GMT)

Lawyer says Padilla went overseas to study, not train
MIAMI -- Jose Padilla traveled overseas to peacefully study Arabic and Islam and not to train as an Al Qaeda terrorist, his lawyer said in closing arguments yesterday in a case rooted in 2002 allegations that he plotted to detonate a "dirty bomb" in the United States. (Wed, 15 Aug 2007 08:54:49 GMT)

Spitzer aide gets lawyer for ethics probe
Gov. Spitzer's chief of staff, Richard Baum, has retained a private lawyer to represent him in the state Ethics Commission probe of the dirty tricks plot against Senate Majority Leader Joe Bruno. (Wed, 15 Aug 2007 08:55:17 GMT)

Judge's lawyer asks for leniency
MASON - Judge George Parker's lawyer is asking the Supreme Court to reduce - or even eliminate - a proposed yearlong suspension of Parker's law license, saying much of his bizarre behavior can be blamed on a personality disorder that is now being treated. (Wed, 15 Aug 2007 10:36:34 GMT)

Dirty bomber? Padilla just a student: lawyer
MIAMI -- Jose Padilla traveled overseas to peacefully study Arabic and Islam and not to train as an al-Qaida terrorist, his lawyer said in closing arguments Tuesday in a case rooted in 2002 allegations that he plotted to detonate a ''dirty bomb'' in the U.S. (Wed, 15 Aug 2007 10:40:28 GMT)