Attorney News Dec 2007

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Lawyer says Benoit estate fight could be resolved soon
A fight over the estate of pro wrestler Chris Benoit -- who killed his wife, son and then himself in June -- could soon be resolved, a lawyer for Benoit's father said Sunday. (Sun, 16 Dec 2007 23:22:21 GMT)

Lawyer says fight over wrestler Chris Benoit's estate could be resolved soon
ATLANTA - A fight over the estate of Montreal-born pro wrestler Chris Benoit - who killed his wife, son and then himself in June - could soon be resolved, a lawyer for Benoit's father said Sunday. (Sun, 16 Dec 2007 23:28:00 GMT)

Lawyer Says Benoit Estate Fight Could Be Resolved Soon
A lawyer for Chris Benoit's father says a fight over the estate of the pro wrestler, who killed his wife, son and then himself in June, could soon be resolved. Separately, lawyer Cary Ichter said, the league Benoit performed in, World Wrestling Entertainment, has balked at the idea of making a financial contribution to Benoit's two surviving children from a previous marriage. The dispute ... (Sun, 16 Dec 2007 23:43:00 GMT)

Chong: Choice of lawyer is my right
KOTA KINABALU: Tan Sri Chong Kah Kiat, who filed an appeal against the government's decision to withdraw its approval for a statue of a deity, has lashed out at criticism against him for engaging Parti Keadilan Rakyat Sabah chief Ansari Abdullah as his lawyer. (Mon, 17 Dec 2007 01:13:21 GMT)

Lawyer's comment on trial backfires
A group of about 350 citizens will today call for punitive steps to be taken against lawyer Toru Hashimoto, a prospective candidate for Osaka governor, over a comment he made on TV about a rape-murder trial. (Mon, 17 Dec 2007 01:38:18 GMT)

Sonthi says he didn't hear lawyer shouting at him
Deputy Prime Minister Gen Sonthi Boonyaratglin said Monday that he did not pay attention to a lawyer who hurled abuses at him on Saturday when he cast his absentee ballot in Bangkok's Dusit district. (Mon, 17 Dec 2007 03:53:58 GMT)

Ad critics rap county attorney's high profile
Maricopa County Attorney Andrew Thomas has spent about $2.5 million in public money on public service advertisements, most of which he's been in, since taking office three years ago. (Mon, 17 Dec 2007 04:42:56 GMT)

Two police officers sacked, arraigned over asault of state attorney
Two police officers in Tabora region have been sacked and appeared in court early this week for assaulting a State attorney who was attending high court sessions in Nzega township. (Mon, 17 Dec 2007 05:13:50 GMT)

Thaksin to watch Thai vote from Hong Kong: lawyer
Ousted prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra will keep tabs on this weekend's general elections in Thailand, the first since last year's coup forced him out of power, from Hong Kong, his lawyer said Monday. (Mon, 17 Dec 2007 05:16:35 GMT)

There is more to President`s accident – State Attorney
Mr Edward Agyeman Duodu, a Principal State Attorney, on Friday announced to the Motor Court in Accra hearing the case in which a motorist hit President John Agyekum Kufuor’s car that, facts emerging from investigations indicated that it was not a mere road accident. (Mon, 17 Dec 2007 05:20:06 GMT)

Thaksin to watch Thai vote from Hong Kong: lawyer
A Thai villager walks past a portrait of ousted premier Thaksin Shinawatra, in Roi Et province, in November. Thaksin will keep tabs on this weekend's general elections in Thailand, the first since last year's coup forced him out of power, from Hong Kong, according to his lawyer. (Mon, 17 Dec 2007 05:22:12 GMT)

Davenport employee hires new attorney in civil rights complaint
The Davenport city employee who says an alderman sexually harassed her while top city officials turned a blind eye has hired a new, high-profile attorney who wants to move her case along faster. (Mon, 17 Dec 2007 05:56:37 GMT)

All right, so I'm going to hear from your lawyer
Congratulations to Alberto Gonzales, who was recently named 2007 Lawyer of the Year, besting runners-up Alan Shore of Boston Legal and Nicky "Neck Brace" Carbone, who won a $6,200 settlement for a woman who claimed mental anguish when a can of squirt cheese exploded in her camper trailer's kitchenette. (Mon, 17 Dec 2007 06:16:16 GMT)

Camden attorney Sanford charged with improperly overseeing non-profit auto museum — Attorney General seeks over ...
CAMDEN — A local attorney is being sued by the State of Maine for over half a million dollars, money it claims his law firm improperly received for expenses associated with a non-profit auto museum of which he is president. (Mon, 17 Dec 2007 06:30:43 GMT)

Camden lawyer's attorney defends him against charges filed by Maine Attorney General
AUGUSTA — Following is a statement issued Tuesday afternoon, Nov. 20, by attorney Mal Lyons, on behalf of Jack Sanford of Camden who is facing allegations by the state of improperly operating a non-profit corporation. The original story detailing these allegations can also be read on the Herald's home page. (Mon, 17 Dec 2007 06:31:23 GMT)

Searsport attorney charged with indecent conduct
SEARSPORT — A well-known local attorney was charged with a single count of indecent conduct last week, following an incident that allegedly took place at a Winterport gas station in October. (Mon, 17 Dec 2007 06:40:32 GMT)

Worst trip ever: Kelso attorney still recovering after crisis upends Paris itinerary
Bill and Karen Dennis of Longview went to France in October for the second year in a row. The Kelso attorney and businessman is an amateur military historian, and Karen, a Longview librarian, loves European art. (Mon, 17 Dec 2007 07:14:34 GMT)

Prison time suspended for a disbarred lawyer
A disbarred Rupert lawyer has been sentenced to 18 months in prison, but the judge suspended the sentence and gave him two years probation. (Mon, 17 Dec 2007 07:37:56 GMT)

Davenport employee hires new attorney in civil rights complaint
The Davenport city employee who says an alderman sexually harassed her while top city officials turned a blind eye has hired a new, high-profile attorney who wants to move her case along faster. (Mon, 17 Dec 2007 08:28:44 GMT)

Double murder case lawyer appeals for information
THE lawyer representing a 26-year-old Indian accused of double murder has appealed to members of the Asian community to come forward with information. (Mon, 17 Dec 2007 09:46:21 GMT)

Lawyer: Benoit estate dispute could end soon
ATLANTA - A fight over the estate of pro wrestler Chris Benoit - who killed his wife, son and then himself in June - could soon be resolved, a lawyer for Benoit's father said Sunday. (Mon, 17 Dec 2007 10:04:06 GMT)

Zimbabwe`s top attorney suspended
Zimbabwe, 12/17 - Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe has suspended his attorney general over allegations he abused his office, state media has reported. (Mon, 17 Dec 2007 10:05:22 GMT)

Police checking of Czech Deputy PM Bursik unfounded - attorney
Prague- The Municipal State Attorney's Office has arrived at the conclusion that the police checking of the suspicion of a tax fraud allegedly committed by Martin Bursik, deputy PM and junior rulinng Greens (SZ) chairman, was unfounded, office spokeswoman Stepanka Zenklova said. (Mon, 17 Dec 2007 11:09:33 GMT)

Lawyer in “trip and fall” scam appears in Phila. court
The lawyer who allegedly dug a hole for himself by finding $2.5 million worth of holes for others to fall into made his first appearance in court on the fraud allegations this morning. (Mon, 17 Dec 2007 11:40:49 GMT)

Charities named for The Lawyer Awards 2008
Charities the Children's Trust and Kid's Company will be the official beneficiaries at The Lawyer Awards 2008 after a web poll conducted on The Lawyer.com. (Mon, 17 Dec 2007 12:37:09 GMT)

Europe honours Sudanese lawyer
The European Parliament has taken a stand on the Darfur conflict, awarding its prestigious Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought to Sudanese human rights lawyer Salih Mahmoud Osman. ... (Mon, 17 Dec 2007 12:37:18 GMT)

Nigerian ex-governor denied bail amid nude protest: lawyer
A Nigerian court denied bail Monday to former Delta state governor James Ibori who is on trial for alleged graft, as his supporters staged a nude protest outside, a lawyer and witnesses said. (Mon, 17 Dec 2007 15:17:50 GMT)

Travis County District Attorney Ronnie Earle opts not to run again
AUSTIN – Travis County District Attorney Ronnie Earle said Friday he won't seek re-election next year, bringing an end to a three-decade reign in which he battled some of the biggest names in Texas politics. (Mon, 17 Dec 2007 15:54:54 GMT)

Crown dragging heels on spending-scandal proof: lawyer
The lawyer representing the bureaucrat at the centre of Newfoundland and Labrador's legislative spending scandal says the Crown is being far too slow with turning over evidence. (Mon, 17 Dec 2007 16:52:11 GMT)

D.C. Attorney General Singer Resigns
D.C. Attorney General Linda Singer resigned today as the city's top lawyer, after growing increasingly frustrated that Mayor Adrian M. Fenty relied more often on his general counsel to make key legal decisions, government sources said. (Mon, 17 Dec 2007 17:00:43 GMT)

Crown dragging heels on spending-scandal proof: lawyer
A lawyer says the Crown is being far too slow with turning over evidence in the N.L. legislative spending scandal. (Mon, 17 Dec 2007 17:04:20 GMT)

Pastor to plead not guilty to renewed abuse charges, lawyer says
Pineville — The leader of a southwest Missouri church commune plans to plead not guilty to renewed charges of abusing two girls from his congregation. A defense lawyer for the Rev. Raymond Lambert said the 52-year-old will plead not guilty when his first court appearance is rescheduled. Lambert had been due for arraignment Monday in McDonald County. But defense lawyer Duane Cooper said Associate ... (Mon, 17 Dec 2007 17:36:07 GMT)

Former Frederick County State's Attorney To Go On Active Duty
Former Frederick County State's Attorney Scott Rolle is about to begin a year on active duty in the Army. (Mon, 17 Dec 2007 18:32:18 GMT)

D.C.'s Top Lawyer Resigns
D.C.'s top lawyer has resigned, months before the city is expected to defend its sweeping gun ban before the Supreme Court and after only a year on the job. (Mon, 17 Dec 2007 18:47:10 GMT)

Attorney: Detective's notes would have helped Masters' case
A notebook used by Fort Collins police Detective Jim Broderick in preparing a case against Timothy Masters for the 1987 murder of Peggy Hettrick would have helped his defense, Masters’ former attorney said Monday. (Mon, 17 Dec 2007 18:47:20 GMT)

Attorney Seeks Dimissal Of Charges Against Dentist
Charges against a Woodland dentist accused of fondling several of his female patients should be dismissed, his attorney said in court on Monday. (Mon, 17 Dec 2007 19:00:08 GMT)

PA attorney general makes recall info easier to get
The state Attorney General's Office has expanded its Web site in an attempt to make it easier for people to learn about toy recalls, video game ratings and recalls of other products. (Mon, 17 Dec 2007 19:19:57 GMT)

Zimbabwe: Mugabe Suspends Attorney General
Robert Mugabe over the weekend ordered the suspension of Attorney General Sobusa Gula-Ndebele, pending investigations into charges he abused his office. (Mon, 17 Dec 2007 19:36:27 GMT)

Feds recorded at least 124 calls in probe of high-profile lawyer
NEW ORLEANS -- Federal prosecutors recorded at least 124 telephone conversations as part of an undercover investigation of wealthy trial lawyer Richard "Dickie" Scruggs, who is charged... (Mon, 17 Dec 2007 20:59:18 GMT)

Attorney: Detective's notes would have helped Masters' case
FORT COLLINS - A notebook used by police Detective Jim Broderick in preparing a case against Timothy Masters for the 1987 murder of Peggy Hettrick would have helped his defense, Masters' former attorney said Monday. (Mon, 17 Dec 2007 21:12:23 GMT)

Church attorney admits in court that priest was molester
INDIANAPOLIS - An attorney for the Catholic Archdiocese of Indianapolis acknowledges one of its former priests "was a child molester and serial predator" of young boys. (Mon, 17 Dec 2007 21:12:33 GMT)

Feds recorded at least 124 calls in probe of high-profile lawyer
Federal prosecutors recorded at least 124 telephone conversations as part of an undercover investigation of wealthy trial lawyer Richard "Dickie" Scruggs, who is charged with trying to bribe a Mississippi judge, defense attorneys said in court papers filed Monday. (Mon, 17 Dec 2007 21:36:11 GMT)

Canadian Party Drops Transgendered Lawyer
(Montreal, Quebec) A lawyer from Quebec City says she was dumped as a federal New Democratic Party candidate because she is transgendered. Micheline Montreuil alleges she was told by an NDP official her sexuality hindered party attempts to woo new Quebec candidates into the fold. (Mon, 17 Dec 2007 21:58:31 GMT)

District Attorney Reviews Homeowner Shooting Case
A controversial case involving a neighbor accused of shooting suspected burglars is being reviewed by the Harris County district attorney's office, KPRC Local 2 reported Monday. (Mon, 17 Dec 2007 22:31:06 GMT)

Lottery officials file motion to recover attorney fees in suit
New Mexico Lottery officials say they have filed a motion to recover attorney's fees in a case recently decided in their favor. (Mon, 17 Dec 2007 22:32:28 GMT)

Prominent M&A lawyer sees sharp deal decline in 08
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Prominent mergers and acquisition lawyer Martin Lipton on Monday predicted deal flow will decline more than 25 percent next year, with the timing of a recovery in debt markets uncertain. (Mon, 17 Dec 2007 23:02:50 GMT)

Murder accused Hungarian feared he was drugged, raped - lawyer
A Hungarian tourist believes he was drugged and may have been raped by a south Auckland man he is accused of murdering, his lawyer said today. Ferdinand Ambach, 29, a dive master in Hungary, appeared in Auckland District Court today charged with murdering 69-year-old Ronald James Brown. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 00:17:16 GMT)

Tacoma assistant U.S. attorney to head DOJ in Iraq
An assistant U.S. attorney whose day job is defending federal hospitals from medical malpractice claims will soon find himself in a very... (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 00:31:37 GMT)

Judge: Defense lawyer in Kerik case could be prosecution witness
The judge hearing the corruption case against former New York police Commissioner Bernard Kerik said Monday that Kerik's lawyer could furnish "compelling" testimony against him. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 01:14:25 GMT)

Lawyer: American held illegally in Nicaragua
An American man convicted of killing his former girlfriend is being held in jail illegally after a judge failed to show up for an afternoon meeting to release him, Eric Volz's lawyer said. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 01:38:01 GMT)

Church attorney admits in court that priest was serial predator
INDIANAPOLIS - An attorney for the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Indianapolis acknowledged in court Monday that one of its priests "was a child molester and serial predator" of young boys. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 02:42:43 GMT)

Church Attorney Admits Priest Molested Boys
An attorney for the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Indianapolis acknowledges in court that one of its priests "was a child molester and serial predator" of young boys. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 02:54:44 GMT)

Attorney admits in court that former Perry County priest was molester
An attorney for the Catholic Archdiocese of Indianapolis acknowledges one of its former priests "was a child molester and... (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 02:59:40 GMT)

Lawyer in Pornography Case Is Spared Jail
A lawyer who helped hide the fact that a musical director of a church in Greenwich had child pornography on his computer was sentenced to home confinement for six months. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 04:22:26 GMT)

Roldan lawyer: Don't be hasty on passing judgment
A lawyer of former actor and Quezon City 3rd district Rep. Dennis Roldan on Tuesday called on Roland's critics to avoid passing judgment because his client has yet to be convicted of a crime. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 04:40:24 GMT)

Attorney drops contempt motion against county
The attorney representing a McKeesport woman who was held captive for 10 years has withdrawn his motion to hold Allegheny County in contempt of court. ... (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 05:29:02 GMT)

Singer quits as attorney general
D.C. Attorney General Linda Singer resigned yesterday, as lawyers in her office prepare to defend the city's 30-year-old ban on handguns before the Supreme Court. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 05:31:08 GMT)

Chandler begins city attorney search
The search for Chandler's next city attorney began in earnest Monday as City Council members interviewed three potential candidates for the job. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 05:54:41 GMT)

Former Khmer Rouge leader selects US defence lawyer
Phnom Penh - Octogenarian former Khmer Rouge deputy prime minister Ieng Sary has selected a highly experienced American lawyer as his foreign defence attorney, the court set up to try former leaders of the movement said in a press release Tuesday. Mi... (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 05:56:04 GMT)

Attorney General to announce $1.2 million in lead cleanup grants
Attorney General Patrick Lynch is expected to announce $1.2 million in grants to combat lead paint poisoning. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 07:56:23 GMT)

Personal Finance Notebook: Attorney fee for estate is splitting heirs
Q: I recently inherited some money from an uncle who passed away. I am to split the money 50/50 with the executor he named, who is also a beneficiary. Without my knowledge or explicit consent, the executor decided to hire an attorney to sort out the estate's legal complexities. The executor expects the two of us to split the legal costs 50/50 as a percentage of our share of the estate. Can he ... (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 08:08:13 GMT)

High court suspends lawyer
As a lawyer representing victims of alleged police brutality in eastern Ohio and a Cleveland-area blogger who accused powerful politicians of corruption, Richard A. Olivito knows something about unpopular causes. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 08:13:18 GMT)

Lawyer says weapon can clear his death-row client
Attorney says he dug up gun where hit man says he left it, but witnesses can't verify his find. Defense lawyer Scott Kauffman had just about given up. He and a team of geophysics experts had been scouring a field in Modesto for a day and ahalf last week in search of a weapon used 18 years ago to murder a man. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 08:26:12 GMT)

Tacoma attorney heads to Iraq
An assistant U.S. attorney in Tacoma whose day job is defending federal hospitals from medical malpractice claims will soon find himself in a very different role: heading the Justice Department’s operations in Iraq. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 09:24:54 GMT)

JUDGE MULLS BUMPING LAWYER OFF KERIK CASE
A federal judge yesterday seemed to side with prosecutors seeking to subpoena the lawyer for disgraced ex-Police Commissioner Bernard Kerik. Judge Stephen Robinson delayed making a final decision at yesterday's hearing in federal court in White... (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 09:54:08 GMT)

Australia's terrorism laws has "gone too far": Haneef's lawyer
Melbourne, Dec 1 (PTI) Peter Russo, the lawyer for Indian doctor Mohamed Haneef, has said Australia's terrorism laws has "gone too far" and hoped that Prime Minister-elect Kevin Rudd will go (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 10:59:35 GMT)

Church attorney: Priest a predator
An attorney for the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Indianapolis acknowledged in court yesterday that one of its priests "was a child molester and serial predator" of young boys. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 11:06:49 GMT)

Civil engineer attacked lawyer wife with chainsaw in their living room
A husband is facing jail after attacking his lawyer wife with a chainsaw which partially severed her ear. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 11:57:47 GMT)

A first appearance for a city lawyer - as the defendant
A Center City lawyer in the middle of an alleged large-scale insurance fraud made his first court appearance in the case yesterday - as a defendant. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 12:40:29 GMT)

Attorney finds possible murder weapon in death penalty case
An attorney representing a man who sits on death row has asked the California Supreme Court to grant a new trial after a possible murder weapon was found in a field here. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 13:02:55 GMT)

Man pleads guilty again for posing as lawyer
PITTSBURGH - A 58-year-old Westmoreland County man has been sentenced to six months of house arrest and 10 years' probation for posing as a lawyer and telling clients he had argued on many cases. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 13:03:54 GMT)

Attorney finds possible murder weapon in death penalty case
MODESTO, Calif. An attorney representing a man who sits on death row has asked the California Supreme Court to grant a new trial after a possible murder weapon was found in a field here. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 13:05:23 GMT)

Attorney General: Use Web site to gain new insight on Albany
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- Aiming to get the public engaged in state government, the office of Attorney General Andrew Cuomo suggested yesterday that Staten Islanders tap into a new Web site specially designed to shine a light on the people's business in Albany. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 13:23:26 GMT)

Man pleads guilty again for posing as lawyer
A 58-year-old Westmoreland County man has been sentenced to six months of house arrest and 10 years' probation for posing as a lawyer and telling clients he had argued on... (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 13:34:21 GMT)

Airport authority board turns to second attorney
HIBBING — As recommended, Chisholm-Hibbing Airport Authority directors will seek the counsel of “an independent, outside attorney” on recent airport investigations. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 13:47:14 GMT)

Civil Charges Brought Against Lawyer
A Chicago lawyer was accused Tuesday of violating federal securities laws by misleading investors who lost more than $1 billion in the financial downfall of the commodities brokerage powerhouse Refco Inc. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 17:32:43 GMT)

Attorney General Seeking Gang Committee Formation
Attorney General Henry McMaster wants a new committee to find out what can be done about the state's gang problem. McMaster says authorities have fought gang violence in South Carolina for years. But know little about them. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 17:53:55 GMT)

Chicago lawyer faces civil charges in Refco fraud
NEW YORK — A Chicago lawyer was accused today of violating federal securities laws by misleading investors who lost more than $1 billion in the financial downfall of the commodities brokerage powerhouse Refco Inc. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 17:57:31 GMT)

DUI trial for Jackson attorney delayed
The non-jury DUI trial of Jackson attorney Judy Barnett has been delayed until January because the state Supreme Court had to appoint a special attorney to hear her case. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 18:16:29 GMT)

White House picks Utah attorney for federal board
A Utah attorney has been appointed to serve on a federal access board, the White House recently announced. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 18:29:02 GMT)

Disbarred Clearwater Lawyer Admits To Real Estate Scam
TAMPA A - disbarred Clearwater lawyer pleaded guilty this morning to conspiracy and wire fraud, admitting he stole millions in a real estate scheme. Graham Kligerman, 33, was disbarred two years ago. When his law practice was failing, according to court documents and a federal prosecutor, he diverted money from the real estate scheme to himself and his law practice clients. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 19:50:33 GMT)

Texas attorney general reaches agreement with Santa Web site 1:55 PM CT
The Texas attorney general’s office on Tuesday reached an agreement with Santa.com to ensure the Web site complies with state and federal law that protects children’s safety. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 20:12:38 GMT)

Tacoma assistant U.S. attorney to head DOJ operations in Iraq
An assistant U.S. attorney whose day job is defending federal hospitals from medical malpractice claims will soon find himself in a very different role: heading the Justice Department's operations in Iraq. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 20:12:43 GMT)

Lawyer Charged in Refco Case
A Chicago lawyer lied about the finances of Refco Inc., misleading investors who lost more than $1 billion in the financial downfall of the commodities brokerage powerhouse, a prosecutor said Tuesday. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 20:39:24 GMT)

Lawyer Ordered To Pay For Inappropriate Comment
A Winnipeg lawyer is being ordered to pay ten thousand dollars for calling a judge a bigot. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 21:08:26 GMT)

Drew Peterson's Lawyer Explains $200,000 Transfer
CHICAGO (AP) _ Drew Peterson's lawyer acknowledges that in the days after the former police officer's wife disappeared he transferred $200,000 from a joint account the two had into one controlled by one of his sons. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 21:10:35 GMT)

Mayor appoints Appicello as city attorney
Mayor John Morrison told the Tidings this morning, 'I am appointing Richard Appicello as city attorney. It is contingent upon council approval, and hopefully we can get their approval at tonight's meeting.' (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 21:17:57 GMT)

Former U.S. Justice Attorney Sentenced to 5 Years in Prison for Bank Robberies
A former attorney for the U.S. Department of Justice was sentenced today to 65 months in prison for robbing several banks. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 21:27:05 GMT)

Jordin's lawyer says trial court erred
In oral arguments Tuesday, a lawyer for convicted rapist Arlin Jordin told a Spokane appeals court that the Spokane landlord should get a new trial because of trial court errors - an argument opposed by the Spokane County Prosecutor’s office. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 21:28:18 GMT)

Lawyer Charged in NY in Refco Case
A lawyer lied about the finances of Refco Inc., misleading investors who lost more than $1 billion in the financial downfall of the commodities brokerage powerhouse, a prosecutor said Tuesday. (Tue, 18 Dec 2007 23:19:00 GMT)

Lawyer and parents of 'American Taliban' soldier Lindh again asks Bush to grant freedom
The lawyer and parents of American-born Taliban soldier John Walker Lindh renewed their call to President Bush on Tuesday to commute his 20-year sentence and set him free. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 00:16:12 GMT)

Attorney General Weighs In On Jail Policy
Attorney General Charles Foti is weighing in on the Lafayette Sheriff's Office new police of booking and releasing non-violent offenders due to jail overcrowding. In an opinion released today, the main (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 00:30:39 GMT)

Caldwell's Son to Stay at Attorney General's Office
Attorney General-elect Buddy Caldwell says that his son, who is already an assistant attorney general, will retain his job when Caldwell takes over next month. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 01:27:14 GMT)

Attorney: Pesci fraud lawsuit dropped
A private investigator has dropped a lawsuit claiming Joe Pesci owed him $103,000 for services performed after the "Goodfellas" star's ex-wife was accused of hiring a hit man, Pesci's lawyer said Tuesday. John Perry dropped the fraud and breach-of-contract lawsuit on Monday, a day before a scheduled court hearing on defense motions to dismiss the case, Pesci attorney Caryn Brottman Sanders ... (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 02:00:26 GMT)

Attorney: Pesci fraud lawsuit dropped
A private investigator has dropped a lawsuit claiming Joe Pesci owed him $103,000 for services performed after the "Goodfellas" star's ex-wife was accused of hiring a hit man, Pesci's lawyer said Tuesday. John Perry dropped the fraud and breach-of-contract lawsuit on Monday, a day before a scheduled court hearing on defense motions to dismiss the case, Pesci attorney Caryn Brottman Sanders said. ... (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 02:14:07 GMT)

Hindraf lawyer's habeas corpus application struck out
KUALA LUMPUR : The Ipoh High court has summarily struck out the application for writ of habeas corpus filed for the release of Hindraf lawyer M. Manoharan who is detained under the Internal Security act (ISA). (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 02:50:17 GMT)

Lawyer faces charges in Refco case
NEW YORK — A Chicago lawyer lied about the finances of Refco Inc., misleading investors who lost more than $1 billion in the financial downfall of the commodities brokerage (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 03:49:12 GMT)

Attorney general reprimands friend about e-mail
Attorney General Marc Dann disciplined his close friend, Communications Director Leo Jennings III, after Jennings sent a profane, abusive e-mail to a co-worker this fall. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 04:56:29 GMT)

Attorney general getting the Blues (Metro Times Detroit)
Michigan Attorney General Mike Cox is an ambitious guy, no doubt about it, who loves to get press attention for whatever his current crusade might be.He's also a conservative Republican (is there any other kind?) who would probably love to be the next governor. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 05:05:11 GMT)

Lafave's Attorney Wants Hearing
Reporters and television cameras packed the courthouse Tuesday as Debra Lafave walked through the building, her attorney and parents at her side. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 05:05:32 GMT)

Tacoma assistant U.S. attorney to head DOJ operations in Iraq
TACOMA -- An assistant U.S. attorney whose day job is defending federal hospitals from medical malpractice claims will soon find himself in a very different role: heading the Justice Department's operations in Iraq. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 05:21:03 GMT)

Former Lawyer Cuts Plea Deal In Real Estate Scam
A disbarred Clearwater lawyer pleaded guilty on Tuesday to conspiracy and wire fraud, admitting he stole millions in a real estate scheme. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 05:23:28 GMT)

Detectives ignored accused Broward deputy killer's request for lawyer, public defender says
Mazza asked for lawyer, defense says After suspected deputy-killer Michael Mazza refused to speak to detectives without an attorney by his side, he should have been booked, fingerprinted and jailed, his attorney says. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 05:46:09 GMT)

County attorney's pay capped
Charleston County Council has been divided along racial lines on how much it should pay its attorney, Joe Dawson, for quite some time, and despite some council members expressing unease about his compensation, his pay had been left unchanged — until now. The council voted 6-3 Tuesday... (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 05:49:05 GMT)

Attorney general against retrial
Madison - Attorney General J.B. Van Hollen said that he hopes a plea deal can be negotiated that will avoid the retrial of... (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 05:59:00 GMT)

A first appearance for a city lawyer - as the defendant
A Center City lawyer in the middle of an alleged large-scale insurance fraud made his first court appearance in the case yesterday - as a defendant. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 06:32:58 GMT)

Lawyer accuses Kansas refinery of not keeping promises
A BP refinery polluted Neodesha, Kan., and the company broke promises to clean it up, a lawyer for the city and its residents told jurors Tuesday at the close of a trial. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 06:40:52 GMT)

Lawyer appointed as PUC commissioner
Gov. Bill Ritter on Thursday appointed lawyer Jim Tarpey to the Colorado Public Utilities Commission to fill the term of retiring commissioner Carl Miller. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 07:08:48 GMT)

Palm Coast's attorney resigns prior to evaluation
PALM COAST -- City Council members would have evaluated City Attorney Lonnie Groot's performance at a recent workshop. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 07:18:14 GMT)

Lawyer says tossed snowball was "playful action"
The lawyer for an Australian man on trial for hitting a co-worker with a snowball said Thursday that it was just "playful action in the snow," not an assault. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 07:53:22 GMT)

Attorney picked to fill Cooper's Senate seat
McMINNVILLE, Tenn. — The Warren County Commission has appointed attorney Steve Roller to replace state Sen. Jerry Cooper, who announced his resignation earlier this month. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 08:03:59 GMT)

Attorney general reprimands friend about e-mail
Attorney General Marc Dann disciplined his close friend, Communications Director Leo Jennings III, after Jennings sent a profane, abusive e-mail to a co-worker this fall. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 08:11:19 GMT)

Oakland city attorney gives himself a $28,000 raise
Oakland City Attorney John Russo boosted his $207,000 salary by $28,000 this year by giving himself management leave and vacation pay typically reserved for non-elected department heads and managers, city records show. Elected officials such as Russo are... (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 08:27:53 GMT)

State Attorney General Reviewing Hispanic Identification Cards
LITTLE ROCK - Attorney General Dustin McDaniel said Tuesday his office is looking into a Malvern-based nonprofit group's distribution of identification cards to Hispanic immigrants doing work in the state. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 08:40:25 GMT)

State's attorney applications being taken
The Howard County Circuit Court will accept applications for the state's attorney position until Jan. 14. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 08:44:09 GMT)

Ohio lawyer gets care after kidnap hoax
A lawyer and former city councilwoman was getting treatment after admitting she fabricated her tale of being kidnapped at gunpoint last week, her husband said Tuesday. Police said she probably will be charged with filing a false report. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 09:24:26 GMT)

Prosecutor named Onondaga County attorney
A veteran criminal prosecutor has been tapped by Onondaga County Executive-elect Joanie Mahoney to head the county's law department. Mahoney on Tuesday named Gordon Cuffy to succeed Anthony Rivizzigno as county attorney. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 10:38:02 GMT)

Iran Set To Free Three Jailed Students - Lawyer - AFP
TEHRAN (AFP)--Iran is set to free three jailed students whose detention led to a string of campus protests over the last months, after a court quashed their most serious charges, their lawyer said Wednesday. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 10:57:23 GMT)

Iran set to free three jailed students: lawyer
Iran is set to release three jailed students whose detention led to a string of campus protests in recent months, after a court quashed their most serious charges, their lawyer said on Wednesday. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 11:31:03 GMT)

Attorney general says grant will target meth problems
BATAVIA, Ohio (AP) - Federal funds will be used to help eliminate the manufacture, sale and use of the devastating drug methamphetamine in four communities as part of a program the state attorney general hopes to see spread across Ohio. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 11:39:59 GMT)

Hindraf lawyer files new habeas corpus application
KUALA LUMPUR : Lawyer M. Manoharan filed afresh a habeas corpus application at the High Court here for his release from detention under Internal Security Act (ISA). (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 12:05:17 GMT)

Reward offer ends today in killing of lawyer
The $50,000 reward in last December's unsolved murder of a Clayton lawyer is set to expire today. The reward was posted anonymously in the case of Ernest Brasier. It ends today -- the first anniversary of the killing. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 12:39:19 GMT)

County Attorney Has Sanctions Website
The Maricopa County Attorney's employer sanctions website is now available online. The purpose of the website is to provide information on the law, including resources to businesses that will assist them in compliance. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 13:29:09 GMT)

Former U.S. Attorney Fires Back
Justice Department communications director Brian Roehrkasse is one of the few senior officials in that agency to survive the prosecutor-firings scandal that consumed his last boss, former attorney general Alberto R. Gonzales. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 15:19:44 GMT)

Lathrop & Gage lawyer joins appeals court
After twice being passed over for judicial appointments, Lathrop & Gage LC lawyer Alok Ahuja will fill a vacancy on the bench of the Missouri Court of Appeals, Western District. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 16:17:27 GMT)

Lawyer for Refco Indicted in Fraud Case
NEW YORK, Dec. 18 -- A Chicago lawyer was accused Tuesday of violating federal securities laws by misleading investors who lost more than $1 billion in the financial downfall of the commodities brokerage powerhouse Refco. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 16:17:54 GMT)

Attorney: Man whose death sentence was overturned will take plea deal, return to Scotland
A man who spent 20 years on Ohio's death row before his sentence was overturned has agreed to a plea deal that will give him his freedom, his attorney said Wednesday. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 16:31:03 GMT)

Iran set to free three jailed students: lawyer
Iranian students chant slogans and hold up pictures of fellow students detained by the authorities during a demonstration at Tehran University, December 9. Iran is set to release three jailed students whose detention led to a string of campus protests in recent months, after a court quashed their most serious charges, their lawyer have said. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 16:34:50 GMT)

Lawyer Milloy
S, 1996-2002 In his seven seasons with the Patriots, Lawyer Milloy was considered among the toughest, hardest-hitting safeties in the league. A four-time Pro Bowler... (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 17:15:22 GMT)

Attorney: Man whose death sentence was overturned will take plea deal, return to Scotland
OTTAWA, Ohio — Former death row inmate Kenneth Richey is scheduled to plead no contest Thursday to reduced charges for causing the death of a 2-year-old Columbus Grove girl back in 1986, his attorney said. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 17:32:40 GMT)

18 by election, vote in primary, Md. attorney general says
17-year-olds should be able to vote if 18 by general election, letter states The Maryland attorney general's office is recommending that 17-year-olds be allowed to vote in primary elections as long as they will be 18 by the general election, a move that could reverse a recent policy change adopted by the Maryland State Board of Elections. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 17:40:48 GMT)

Attorney General Disciplines Aide, Close Friend For Profanity
Attorney General Marc Dann's right-hand man and communications director has joined the list of high-level aides who have been disciplined, fired or asked to resign by the office. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 18:37:26 GMT)

Be wary about business e-mails, lawyer advises
What you say in e-mail can be used for or against your small business, a Scottsdale lawyer advises. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 18:56:29 GMT)

Bjorkman wants to be his own lawyer
An Ashland man accused of shooting a volunteer firefighter wants to represent himself in court, according to his attorney. Omaha lawyer James Martin Davis has filed a motion to withdraw as counsel for Stanley Bjorkman. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 20:07:49 GMT)

Attorney sentenced for tax evasion
Federal prosecutors say a Stamford attorney has been sentenced to 16 months in prison for tax evasion. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 20:57:38 GMT)

Former Assistant U.S. Attorney to run for Cuyahoga County Prosecutor
CLEVELAND -- Former Assistant United States Attorney, Annette Garner Butler said Wednesday that she will run for Cuyahoga County Prosecutor for the term beginning Jan. 7, 2009. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 21:12:22 GMT)

Attorney sentenced for tax evasion
A Stamford attorney was sentenced Wednesday to 16 months in prison for tax evasion. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 21:12:42 GMT)

Skier killed at The Canyons identified as Park City attorney
Posted: 2:22 PM- Jason Coles' attention to detail was impeccable. As an attorney who worked for several private companies and as an avid outdoorsman who hiked, biked and snowshoed around Park City, Coles' planning was flawless, said his brother-in-law, Gavin Seal of Salt Lake City. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 21:41:09 GMT)

Attorney sentenced for tax evasion
Bridgeport (AP, Dec. 19, 2007 4:36 PM) _ A Stamford attorney has been sentenced to 16 months in prison for tax evasion. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 21:44:10 GMT)

Attorney sentenced for tax evasion
A Stamford attorney was sentenced Wednesday to 16 months in prison for tax evasion. Joseph Richichi, 61, of Stamford, was sentenced in federal court in Bridgeport. He was also ordered to pay a $15,000 fine. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 23:35:36 GMT)

Phoenix attorney to head economic group
A Phoenix attorney and ally of Gov. Janet Napolitano has been appointed as interim head of a new statewide economic development effort. (Wed, 19 Dec 2007 23:50:55 GMT)

Spector Sues Lawyer Pal For 1 Million
Music mogul PHIL SPECTOR is suing revered celebrity lawyer ROBERT SHAPIRO for the return of $1 million (GBP500,000). Spector signed over the cash to (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 02:48:16 GMT)

Spector sues lawyer pal for $1 million
Music mogul Phil Spector is suing revered celebrity lawyer Robert Shapiro for the return of $1 million. (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 02:54:44 GMT)

Court rejects habeas corpus application of Hindraf lawyer
Kuala Lumpur, Dec 19 : The habeas corpus application filed for the release of Hindu Rights Action Force (Hindraf) lawyer M. Manoharan, who was detained under the Internal Security Act (ISA), has been struck out by the Ipoh High Court. (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 02:58:28 GMT)

Lawyer questions Baldago's decision on case v. suspected rapist
COUNSEL of suspected rapist William Lim, lawyer Joseph Vincent Go, questioned before the Regional Trial Court the legitimacy of Prosecutor Efrain Baldago's approval of an information against his client and asked that it be quashed. (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 03:39:12 GMT)

Suspect in EMU Student's Rape-Slaying Seeks New Lawyer
A man accused of raping and strangling a fellow Eastern Michigan University student is asking a judge for a new public defender after his first lawyer quit. (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 03:43:53 GMT)

ESRB Announces New Texas Attorney General PSA
The Entertainment Software Ratings Board has announced a new public awareness campaign to highlight its game ratings system in conjunction with Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott. The new campaign encourages parents to ensure video games are appropriate for children by checking game ratings before making a purchase. The ESRB has recently announced state-wide awareness campaigns in the states ... (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 04:40:55 GMT)

Phil Spector seeks $1M from attorney Robert Shapiro, claiming inadequacies in murder case
Nearly five years after his arrest in the shooting death of actress Lana Clarkson, music producer Phil Spector is still trying to get a refund of a $1 million fee he paid to his first attorney, according to a lawsuit filed Wednesday. (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 04:48:16 GMT)

County attorney decides to bow out
The position of county attorney holds a great deal of responsibility and demands dedication to represent the state in criminal cases and provide legal counsel to the county, and for more than 40 years a Davis has held the title of Nacogdoches county attorney. (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 04:55:08 GMT)

Milwaukee attorney race may redefine job
As the Milwaukee city attorney's race heats up, it may seem as if incumbent Grant Langley and challenger Pedro Colón... (Thu, 20 Dec 2007 05:06:22 GMT)

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