Attorney News Jan 2008
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Erie collar bomb defendant wants new lawyer
The woman accused of planning an elaborate bank robbery that ended in the death of a pizza deliveryman wants a new lawyer. (Sun, 20 Jan 2008 19:18:12 GMT)
Erie Collar Bomb Defendant Wants New Lawyer
A woman accused of planning an elaborate bank robbery that ended in the death of a pizza deliveryman in 2003 wants a new lawyer. Fifty-eight-year-old Marjorie Diehl-Armstrong is charged with bank robbery, conspiracy and a firearms violation in the robbery of a PNC Bank in Erie, Pa. (Sun, 20 Jan 2008 20:51:48 GMT)
New Members Join Interest on Lawyer Account Fund
Governor Spitzer announced that four new members have joined the Board of Trustees for the Interest on Lawyer Account Fund. (Sun, 20 Jan 2008 20:55:25 GMT)
Lawyer Fernando buried
KUALA LUMPUR: Lawyer Christopher Fernando, who died close to midnight on Saturday, was buried at the Titiwangsa Muslim cemetery yesterday before zohor prayers. (Sun, 20 Jan 2008 23:19:19 GMT)
Candidates endorsed in state's attorney race
Candidates in the race for Cook County state's attorney have picked up endorsements. (Sun, 20 Jan 2008 23:32:32 GMT)
Lawyer says Ropati "not a predator"
The lawyer for a former Kiwis player accused of rape says his client is not a predator. (Mon, 21 Jan 2008 02:14:37 GMT)
Lawyer says Ropati "not a predator"
21 January 2008 The lawyer for a former Kiwis player accused of rape says his client is not a predator. Tea Ropati is on trial at the Auckland District Court facing six sex charges, including rape and sexual violation, following an incident in 2006. (Mon, 21 Jan 2008 03:56:10 GMT)
Complaint filed in race for district attorney
The race for the district attorney position in the 198th is heating up, with one candidate filing a Texas Ethics Commission complaint on another. (Mon, 21 Jan 2008 04:46:11 GMT)
Businessman points finger at top lawyer in scandalous video about Malaysian judiciary
A businessman testified Monday that boredom forced him to secretly videotape a lawyer allegedly brokering the appointment of top judges in a scandal that has severely damaged Malaysia's judiciary. (Mon, 21 Jan 2008 04:58:00 GMT)
Collar bomb defendant wants new lawyer
ERIE -- The woman accused of planning an elaborate bank robbery that ended in the death of a pizza deliveryman wants a new lawyer. "Who can I get that's aggressive [and] experienced?" ... (Mon, 21 Jan 2008 05:31:50 GMT)
Businessman fingers top lawyer in video of M'sian judiciary
KUALA LUMPUR - A BUSINESSMAN testified that boredom forced him to secretly videotape a lawyer allegedly brokering the appointment of top judges in a scandal that has severely damaged Malaysia's judiciary. (Mon, 21 Jan 2008 05:38:02 GMT)
Lawyer, judge locked in battle
What happened in Bloomfield's municipal court -- the arrest and shackling of a lawyer -- should not have happened. Rashidah Hasan, an East Orange attorney, was handcuffed while she was trying to argue a motion. (Mon, 21 Jan 2008 05:52:16 GMT)
Malaysia: Businessman Points Finger At Top Lawyer In Scandalous Video About Malaysian Judiciary
KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA: A businessman testified Monday (21 Jan) that boredom forced him to secretly videotape a lawyer allegedly brokering the appointment of top judges in a scandal that has severely damaged Malaysia's judiciary. (Mon, 21 Jan 2008 05:53:37 GMT)
Missouri attorney general investigating Fig.
Missouri Attorney General Jay Nixon announced Jan. 15 that his office is looking into Fig.'s business practices. (Mon, 21 Jan 2008 06:03:15 GMT)
Portland attorney returns from the depths of AIG
In a yearlong assignment as special counsel to global behemoth American International Group Inc., Portland attorney Milt Stewart often felt like Internal Affairs in a police department. (Mon, 21 Jan 2008 06:06:56 GMT)
Malaysia: Businessman Points Finger At Top Lawyer In Scandalous Video About Malaysian Judiciary
KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA: A businessman testified Monday (21 Jan) that boredom forced him to secretly videotape a lawyer allegedly brokering the appointment of top judges in a scandal that has severely damaged Malaysia's judiciary. (Mon, 21 Jan 2008 06:07:30 GMT)
Large law firms recognize value of valley, attorney says
Bernard "Bernie" J. Vogel III is an attorney with Silicon Valley Law Group as well as its chief financial officer. Vogel's practice specializes in complex corporate transactions, investment financings, mergers and acquisitions, and partnerships and limited liability companies. He talked to reporter Lindsay Riddell about large law firms entering and expanding in Silicon Valley. (Mon, 21 Jan 2008 06:07:57 GMT)
Lawyer, jurors spar over Texas high court judge's indictment
The long weekend failed to quell the rhetoric as a lawyer for state Supreme Court Justice David Medina and two of the grand jurors who voted to indict the jurist continued to jab at each other. (Mon, 21 Jan 2008 06:45:28 GMT)
Lawyer, jurors spar over Texas high court judge's indictment
The long weekend failed to quell the rhetoric as a lawyer for state Supreme Court Justice David Medina and two of the grand jurors who voted to indict the jurist continued to jab at each other. (Mon, 21 Jan 2008 06:50:13 GMT)
Appleton attorney sues to restrict herring trawling
WASHINGTON, D.C. †An attorney who lives in Appleton, Roger Fleming, is involved an a lawsuit filed in Washington, D.C., on behalf of New England groundfishermen, seeking to ban herring trawlers from critical fishing grounds. (Mon, 21 Jan 2008 06:55:18 GMT)
Winsted keeps town attorney
WINSTED --- Town attorney Kevin F. Nelligan has survived a move by some selectmen to replace him. (Mon, 21 Jan 2008 07:40:51 GMT)
Pines lawyer charged with stealing settlement checks from clients
Mistress given thousands, say prosecutors A married Pembroke Pines lawyer pocketed more than $94,000 of clients' insurance-settlement money and in turn gave thousands to his mistress, according to prosecutors and court records. (Mon, 21 Jan 2008 08:13:17 GMT)
Local attorney has hand in community planning
Macon attorney Wayne Crowley has been involved in some long, hard-fought cases. (Mon, 21 Jan 2008 08:15:32 GMT)
Decatur attorney to serve as judge
Decatur attorney Charles Langham has been appointed to serve as a district judge in Morgan County. (Mon, 21 Jan 2008 10:05:20 GMT)
Malaysian lawyer says he was drunk when he claimed he had rigged judicial appointments
A lawyer who boasted he brokered senior judges' appointments said Monday he must have been drunk when he made that claim, which was caught in a secretly shot video that has become an embarrassment for Malaysia's judiciary. (Mon, 21 Jan 2008 10:25:00 GMT)
Microsoft ruling may not bolster Europe's new case, warns lawyer
Don't count your chickens...A landmark court ruling which last year backed the European Commission's last competition action against Microsoft may not be as helpful in its current action as has been widely thought, according to a competition lawyer.… (Mon, 21 Jan 2008 11:52:54 GMT)
Defendant in bizarre robbery that ended in death of pizza deliveryman wants new lawyer
The woman accused of planning an elaborate bank robbery that ended in the death of a pizza deliveryman wants a new lawyer. (Mon, 21 Jan 2008 12:21:02 GMT)
Senior lawyer linked to judicial corruption in M'sia takes the stand
KUALA LUMPUR: The senior lawyer implicated in a controversial video clip that allegedly shows judicial corruption in Malaysia took the stand on Monday. (Mon, 21 Jan 2008 12:38:41 GMT)
Moore's lawyer back in court over alleged surveillance of his client
The lawyer for Steve Moore will be back in court today, seeking to uncover whether the Vancouver Canucks had placed the former NHL player under surveillance in the wake of his 2004 career-ending injury. (Mon, 21 Jan 2008 13:08:07 GMT)
Elk County men indicted by U.S. attorney
ERIE - Two Elk County men have been indicted on charges of theft of government property and injuring or committing a depredation against property of the United States, according to U.S. Attorney Mary Beth Buchanan. (Mon, 21 Jan 2008 15:19:04 GMT)
NEW: Attorney General ruling on liquor law requested
St. Charles City Councilman Richard Veit, Ward 2, and R.T. Weiler's owner Marc Rousseau sought the state attorney general's opinion on whether or not state regulations prohibiting "indecent, profane or obscene language" violate free speech rights guaranteed by the First Amendment. (Mon, 21 Jan 2008 16:34:37 GMT)
Lawyer questions B.C.'s commitment to examine Polish man's death
VANCOUVER - The lawyer for the Kamloops woman whose son died following a confrontation with police at Vancouver International Airport in October says the B.C. government is dragging its feet on a probe of the incident. (Mon, 21 Jan 2008 16:36:51 GMT)
U.S. Attorney McGregor Scott Unveils New Valley Crime Stoppers Anti-Gang Campaign at IMAX Theater in Fresno, Calif.
"Gangs Want Your Kids." It's a powerful sentiment; one that U.S. Attorney McGregor Scott, in partnership with Valley Crime Stoppers, the Fresno Police Department and ASTONE, hopes will be a wake-up call for the families of gang members. (Mon, 21 Jan 2008 16:51:49 GMT)
Winsted keeps town attorney
WINSTED --- Town attorney Kevin F. Nelligan has survived a move by some selectmen to replace him. (Mon, 21 Jan 2008 17:54:47 GMT)
Canucks lawyer argues coach didn't spark Moore attack
A lawyer for the Vancouver Canucks argued in court today that documents filed recently by the lawyer representing injured NHL player Steve Moore were designed to stoke media scrutiny and shape public opinion. (Mon, 21 Jan 2008 18:07:53 GMT)
Commission To Hire City Attorney Tuesday
With a new city manager on board for two weeks, Bartow city commissioners will select a new city attorney Tuesday afternoon. Sean Parker has been performing the duties on an interim appointment for several months. (Mon, 21 Jan 2008 19:27:23 GMT)
Saudi rape case lawyer 'reinstated'
The Saudi lawyer who represented a woman kidnapped and raped by seven men said his license to practice has been reinstated. (Mon, 21 Jan 2008 19:42:23 GMT)
Scandalous allegations made as Moore lawsuit unfolds, says Canucks' lawyer
TORONTO - The lawyer representing the Vancouver Canucks in a multi-million dollar lawsuit brought by former NHL player Steve Moore said recent allegations made against his client are "very scandalous." (Mon, 21 Jan 2008 20:02:00 GMT)
Extinguisher company gets hosed by attorney general
A Farmington fire extinguisher salesman must comply with laws covering his business and pay $3,696 in restitution in a settlement reached with Missouri Attorney General Jay Nixon. (Mon, 21 Jan 2008 20:09:27 GMT)
Attorney asks judge to recuse himself from case of accused sheriff's deputy
An attorney has asked the county's presiding criminal judge to dismiss himself from the case of a former sheriff's deputy indicted on eight felony charges, according to court documents. (Mon, 21 Jan 2008 21:03:26 GMT)
Seifert's lawyer asking Supreme Court to reconsider extradition OK
Michael Seifert's lawyer wants the Supreme Court of Canada to reconsider its decision to allow him to be sent to Italy to face a jail sentence for murdering prisoners during the Second World War. (Mon, 21 Jan 2008 21:06:58 GMT)
Malaysian lawyer says too drunk to remember 'corruption' video
The lawyer at the centre of a Malaysian corruption inquiry said Monday he was too drunk to remember a conversation captured on video where he appears to broker judicial appointments. (Mon, 21 Jan 2008 21:27:28 GMT)
Lawyer who defended FLQ members following 1970 October Crisis dead at 66
SEPT-ILES, Que.-Robert Lemieux, a well-known lawyer who represented numerous members of the Front de liberation du Quebec (FLQ) following the 1970 October Crisis, has passed away. (Mon, 21 Jan 2008 21:36:48 GMT)
Malaysian lawyer evasive during probe in judge-fixing video scandal
KUALA LUMPUR — The lawyer at the center of a scandal that has rocked Malaysia's judiciary refused Monday to confirm or deny whether he is the man in a secretly shot video brokering the appointments of judges. (Mon, 21 Jan 2008 21:55:12 GMT)
Seifert's lawyer asking Supreme Court to reconsider extradition OK
VANCOUVER - Michael Seifert's lawyer wants the Supreme Court of Canada to reconsider its decision to allow him to be sent to Italy to face a jail sentence for murdering prisoners during the Second World War. (Mon, 21 Jan 2008 22:06:48 GMT)
Attorney wants Albany County DA to take over investigation
The attorney for two men who said they were beaten by Troy police wants the Albany County District Attorney's office to take over the investigation. (Mon, 21 Jan 2008 22:34:31 GMT)
Scandalous allegations made as Moore lawsuit unfolds, says Canucks' lawyer
TORONTO - The lawyer representing the Vancouver Canucks and their owners in a multimillion-dollar lawsuit brought by former NHL player Steve Moore said Monday that recent allegations made against his client are scandalous and could have a prejudicial effect on the case. (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 00:24:00 GMT)
Cox running for BSB County Attorney
Currently Deputy County Attorney (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 00:40:28 GMT)
More time to get lawyer
SEREMBAN: The hearing to determine the religious status of Gan Eng Gor, a 74-year-old retiree, has been postponed to allow his family to engage a syariah lawyer. (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 00:47:13 GMT)
U.S. Attorney on Jena Events
The U.S. Attorney Donald Washington was in Jena, Louisiana Monday to oversee the events taking place on the courthouse steps. more (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 01:10:14 GMT)
Attorney: Equipment failed in BP death
TEXAS CITY — An attorney for the family of a BP refinery worker who died at the Texas City plant on Monday says an unexpected pressure buildup appeared to be caused by equipment failure, rather than operator error. (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 01:20:54 GMT)
Lawyer questions bolts’ strength in BP death
TEXAS CITY — The lawyer for the family of a worker killed Monday at BP’s Texas City refinery said he was told by people who work at the facility that bolts on a high-pressure vessel were loose or not strong enough, allowing a lid to blow off. (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 01:23:22 GMT)
NY attorney general probing study-abroad programs at 15 colleges, including Harvard, Columbia
Study-abroad programs at 15 colleges and universities, including Harvard and Columbia, are being scrutinized by the New York attorney general's office to ensure that business deals are not cheating students, a top investigator said Monday. (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 01:31:13 GMT)
Lawyer set to be Tories' first black woman MP
A black woman lawyer, who was brought up by a white single mother on a Carlisle council estate, has been selected to fight one of the safest Tory seats. (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 01:46:51 GMT)
Lawyer who defended FLQ members following 1970 October Crisis dead at 66
QUEBEC - Robert Lemieux, a well-known Quebec lawyer who rose to prominence while representing numerous members of the Front de liberation du Quebec (FLQ) following the 1970 October Crisis, died Monday. (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 01:51:48 GMT)
Steve Bullock Files for State Attorney General
A day before having to file papers in Helena to be placed on the ballot, Steve Bullock announced his candidacy for Montana Attorney General at MSU-Billings Downtown Monday. (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 03:34:04 GMT)
Christian Brando in hospital with pneumonia, but lawyer says he's expected to be OK
Christian Brando has been hospitalized with pneumonia, his lawyer said Monday. Brando, the son of the late actor Marlon Brando, went to Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center about 10 days ago with what he thought was the flu, said attorney Benjamin Brin. Instead, pneumonia was diagnosed, Brin said. (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 04:07:43 GMT)
Lawyer Ron Champion Older Male
Lawyer Ron made a successful case for himself as 2007's champion older male. Racing for the estate of his breeder and original owner, the late Ownesboro, Ky., businessman James T. Hines Jr., Lawyer Ron, for the second consecutive season, earned better than $1 million, and won a pair of grade I contests in impressive fashion. (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 04:43:30 GMT)
Treasure Coast attorney honored for outstanding legal work
Treasure Coast attorney honored for outstanding legal work (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 05:11:21 GMT)
Attorney Remembers King's Inspiration
AVON PARK — About 300 people honored the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. Monday morning at Avon Park Community Center. The Highlands County Branch of the NAACP marked the national holiday during its annual prayer breakfast. Attorney Larry D. Hardaway of Bartow delivered the special keynote address . He spoke of "serving to fulfill your purpose." Hardaway received a standing ovation after he ... (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 05:19:57 GMT)
Samm Cox seeking county attorney job
Butte’s longtime county attorney will not seek reelection, but an employee in his office plans to run for the position. Bob McCarthy, who was first elected as county attorney in 1980, announced his retirement Monday. (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 05:36:07 GMT)
Attorney: King would battle new fronts today
WEST LAFAYETTE | An award-winning civil rights attorney believes if Martin Luther King Jr. were alive today he would be at the forefront of the battle fighting for illegal immigrants. (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 06:22:25 GMT)
Samm Cox seeking county attorney job
Butte’s longtime county attorney will not seek reelection, but an employee in his office plans to run for the position. Bob McCarthy, who was first elected as county attorney in 1980, announced his retirement Monday. (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 07:21:17 GMT)
Lawyer rejects conditions for Lolit Solis' retraction
The lawyer of actors Piolo Pascual and Sam Milby rejected a proposed retraction of an article written by showbiz columnist and talent manager Lolit Solis. That article is now at the center of a libel case filed by the actors against the columnist. (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 07:50:08 GMT)
Lawyer slams ‘malicious insinuation’ of Trillanes jailbreak plan
A lawyer of detained Sen. Antonio Trillanes IV and other military officers accused of involvement in the November 29 failed rebellion in Makati City slammed on Tuesday "malicious insinuation by certain officials of the Philippine National Police (PNP)" of a so-called possible indication of a planned jailbreak by his clients. (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 08:03:24 GMT)
Lawyer asks court to cite AFP for contempt
The lawyer of one of an alleged Magdalo soldier detained at the Intelligence Service of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (ISAFP) asked a Makati City regional trial court to cite for contempt the military for not appearing at Tuesday’s hearing for a petition for the grant of a writ of amparo, radio dzMM reported. (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 08:35:08 GMT)
Attorney general pledges to diversify office
DOVER -- Speaking to about 220 people gathered for a Martin Luther King Jr. Day observance, Attorney General Beau Biden promised Monday to operate his office in tune with the legacy of the slain civil rights leader. (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 08:52:45 GMT)
P-H-M case tied to Senate bill limiting liability :Measure would have protected insurers, victim's attorney contends
A South Bend attorney said he was relieved to learn that an Indiana Senate bill aimed at reducing liability for governmental entities who face multiple, but related, death or injury claims will die in committee. (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 12:00:14 GMT)
Lawyer: Town of Baraboo can reject quarry proposal
Town of Baraboo officials have a veto on the proposal by two construction firms to rezone land and construct a quarry along Hogsback Road, their attorney said Monday evening. They could exercise it if the Sauk County Board approves the rezoning proposal. Local lawyer Natalie Bussan spoke with Town Board members and a small group of concerned citizens during a special town meeting to discuss ... (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 12:02:35 GMT)
Attorney general criticizes hospitals
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) -- Ohio Attorney General Marc Dann says he wants the state's 174 non-profit hospitals to provide more information about their finances. (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 12:43:17 GMT)
Lawyer seeks assurance of no more charges in wrongful conviction
LANSING, Mich. -- A lawyer for a Lansing man wrongfully convicted in the slaying of a Lansing Community College professor wants to make sure his client isn't again charged in the case. (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 12:59:52 GMT)
Florida State Attorney General Files Notice of Dismissal of Initial Action
OREM, Utah, Jan. 22, 2008 -- iMergent, Inc., a leading provider of eCommerce software for small businesses and entrepreneurs, announced the Attorney General of the State of Florida, on Jan. 17, 2008, filed a notice of dismissal without prejudice of a complaint filed on June 26, 2007 against the company. (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 13:00:00 GMT)
8 a.m. Tuesday poll: Have you ever had to use the services of a lawyer? Yes or No
Have you ever had to use the services of a lawyer? Yes or No Before being published on our web site, your comments will be considered and approved by our staff. Only appropriate comments pertaining to this article will be considered. (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 13:12:56 GMT)
Attorney general's aide adds responsibilities
Ben Espy may have one of the longest job titles in state government: executive assistant attorney general and deputy attorney general for criminal justice. (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 13:19:44 GMT)
Judge favors lawyer in lawsuit to lear title of leased Tinian land
The Superior Court has issued a decision favorable to a lawyer in his lawsuit to clear the title of a piece of land on Tinian that he had leased for 55 years. (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 14:28:27 GMT)
Reed Smith makes 55-lawyer raid in NYC
Reed Smith has today (Tuesday 22 January) secured its long-awaited deal to ramp up in New York with the hire of 55 lawyers from 120-lawyer Anderson Kill & Olick. (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 15:11:40 GMT)
Attorney General announces agreement with Myspace
Kentucky Attorney General Jack Conway joined other attorneys general from across the country in announcing a landmark agreement that will help keep Kentucky children safe while they're visiting social-networking sites. (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 15:17:46 GMT)
S. D. Attorney General Urges 24/7 DUI Monitoring Program
South Dakota Attorney General Larry Long says the 24/7 program he started in 2004 has resulted in more than 800,000 Breathalyzer tests. The program, which monitors people convicted of drunk drivin (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 15:20:48 GMT)
Ohio Attorney general criticizes hospitals
COLUMBUS -- Ohio Attorney General Marc Dann says he wants the state's 174 non-profit hospitals to provide more information about their finances. (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 15:53:26 GMT)
NY Attorney General Probes Study Abroad
Study-abroad programs at 15 colleges and universities, including Harvard and Columbia, are being scrutinized by the New York attorney general's office to ensure that business deals are not cheating students, a top investigator said Monday. (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 16:27:09 GMT)
Steve Schaefer announces for County Attorney
My name is Steve Schaefer. I am running for County Attorney. I am a local Bandera Attorney, with my office on Main Street. I was born and raised in Texas. I am 52 years old. I live in Vanderpool, Texas. I have two daughters: Blanche, who is 13 years old, and Cecelia, who is 10 years old. (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 17:32:14 GMT)
Christian Brando in hospital with pneumonia but lawyer says recovery expected
LOS ANGELES - Christian Brando has been hospitalized with pneumonia, his lawyer said Monday. (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 17:38:00 GMT)
Lawyer who defended FLQ after October Crisis dies at 66
Robert Lemieux, a Quebec lawyer who rose to prominence in the 1970s defending members of the Front de libération du Québec (FLQ) following the 1970 October Crisis, died Monday (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 17:47:32 GMT)
Extinguisher company gets hosed by attorney general
A Farmington fire extinguisher salesman must comply with laws covering his business and pay $3,696 in restitution in a settlement reached with Missouri Attorney General Jay Nixon. (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 18:51:05 GMT)
K-Fed's Lawyer Reveals New Details in Brit's Deposition
Kevin Federline's lawyer Mark Vincent Kaplan is giving insight into Britney Spears' deposition yesterday afternoon. "For the three hours she was there, or two hours, [there was] maybe 30 or 40 minutes of actual questioning," Kaplan told "Extra." (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 19:11:20 GMT)
Man Accused Of Scamming Seniors Requests Attorney
The Metro cop accused of ripping off seniors appeared in court for arraignment. Eric Washington is requesting his own attorney. (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 19:17:34 GMT)
Lawyer seeks assurance of no more charges in wrongful conviction
LANSING — A lawyer for a Lansing man wrongfully convicted in the slaying of a Lansing Community College professor wants to make sure his client isn’t again charged in the case. (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 20:21:40 GMT)
3:13 p.m.: Attorney says client not in house when children, women slain
INDIANAPOLIS — The attorney for one man arrested in connection with the slayings of two young children and their mothers in Indianapolis says his client wasn’t inside the home when the shootings occurred. (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 20:29:30 GMT)
'Sources' case to set precedent, lawyer says
A lawyer for a journalist found guilty of contempt in a case involving a confidential source says his client's appeal will set an important precedent. (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 20:35:22 GMT)
Attorney says client not in house when children, women slain
INDIANAPOLIS - The youngest man arrested in connection with the shooting deaths of two women and the young children they held in their arms was not inside the house where the slayings occurred, his attorney said Tuesday. (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 21:29:51 GMT)
Attorney general brings action against heating oil company
Maine's attorney general is going after a Biddeford-based heating oil company accused of failing to honor customers' prepaid oil contracts. (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 22:14:24 GMT)
Attorney: Ex-officer needs alcohol abuse intervention
HAMILTON — The attorney for a former Middletown police officer accused of sexually soliciting a teenage girl has asked a judge to allow his client to seek treatment for alcohol abuse to avoid conviction. (Tue, 22 Jan 2008 22:51:42 GMT)
Police, Attorney General's Office Investigating Biddeford Oil Business
BIDDEFORD (NEWS CENTER) -- The Maine Attorney General's office and Biddeford police have both launched investigations into the operations of Nicholas and Billy Curro, for allegedly failing to honor customers' prepaid oil contracts. (Wed, 23 Jan 2008 00:33:31 GMT)
Attorney says client not in house when children, women slain
INDIANAPOLIS - The youngest man arrested in connection with the shooting deaths of two women and the young children they held in their arms was not inside the house where the slayings occurred, his attorney said Tuesday. (Wed, 23 Jan 2008 01:44:44 GMT)
N.Y. Attorney General Office Launces Investigation of Harvard Study Abroad Program
Harvard officials confirmed Tuesday that they received a subpoena from the New York Attorney General’s Office regarding an investigation into how the university approve contracts for its study abroad program. (Wed, 23 Jan 2008 01:49:25 GMT)
PEKIN: No smoking on county-owned proerty, state's attorney says
PEKIN - As Tazewell County struggles to segregate smokers in order to abide by state law, State's Attorney Stewart Umholtz is saying it is not suitable to smoke anywhere on county property. (Wed, 23 Jan 2008 02:05:04 GMT)
Beaufort lawyer pleads guilty to wire fraud
COLUMBIA, SC (AP) - A Beaufort lawyer who stole $2.3 million from a client and was arrested as he tried to re-enter the US from Canada has pleaded guilty to wire fraud. (Wed, 23 Jan 2008 02:27:01 GMT)
Morganelli expected to announce attorney general candidacy
Northampton County District Attorney John Morganelli is expected to announce that he's seeking the Democratic nomination for state attorney general. (Wed, 23 Jan 2008 03:03:12 GMT)
Florida attorney general sues foreclosure rescue firm
Attorney General Bill McCollum has sued a South Florida-based foreclosure rescue company, alleging the firm defrauded dozens of homeowners, and is seeking legislation to strength protections for those facing foreclosure. (Wed, 23 Jan 2008 03:29:15 GMT)
Lawyer, wife reconciling
Prosecutors on Tuesday dismissed the domestic violence charges that were pending against lawyer D.W. Bray and his wife, Dollie. The Brays were accused of hitting each other during a fight in their home in late October. They were arrested and jailed for more than a day. (Wed, 23 Jan 2008 05:11:13 GMT)
Wecht's attorney spars again with federal judge
The lead attorney for Dr. Cyril H. Wecht sparred with a federal judge Tuesday during the final hearing before jurors are seated in the public corruption case against the former Allegheny County coroner. (Wed, 23 Jan 2008 05:15:02 GMT)
Zimbabwe opposition leader detained, lawyer says
The lawyer for Zimbabwe's main opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai say police took him away in the middle of the night for questioning about a demonstration planned for later today. (Wed, 23 Jan 2008 06:45:52 GMT)
B.C. city attorney gets nod for Kalamazoo job
KALAMAZOO — The Kalamazoo City Commission at its regular meeting Tuesday selected Battle Creek City Attorney Clyde Robinson to be Kalamazoo city attorney. (Wed, 23 Jan 2008 09:37:39 GMT)
Solomons appoint acting Attorney General
The new Solomon Islands government has appointed local lawyer Gabriel Suri as the acting attorney-general. (Wed, 23 Jan 2008 10:26:11 GMT)
Yorkville City Council votes to retain its own lawyer
YORKVILLE -- In addition to a mayor-appointed city attorney, Yorkville aldermen will soon have the opinions of another lawyer -- all to themselves. (Wed, 23 Jan 2008 10:38:49 GMT)
Solomons appoint acting Attorney General
The new Solomon Islands government has appointed local lawyer Gabriel Suri as the acting attorney-general. Acting Prime Minister Fred Fono said the appointment was valid for six months during which the government would advertise for the post. (Wed, 23 Jan 2008 10:40:45 GMT)
Supervisors canvass county attorney election
OTTUMWA — The Wapello County Board of Supervisors canvassed last week’s county attorney election during Tuesday’s meeting, but they still had a question about the vote. (Wed, 23 Jan 2008 11:15:33 GMT)
Corzine names new top lawyer
Gov. Jon S. Corzine has named a new top lawyer. (Wed, 23 Jan 2008 11:20:17 GMT)
Attorney: 1969 Shooting Suspect Wants To Return
A former Black Panther Party member accused of shooting a police officer in 1969 and then fleeing to Canada wants to return to the United States to stand trial on the charged filed against him, according to his attorney. (Wed, 23 Jan 2008 11:32:34 GMT)
Lawyer ignores football talk
AN Edinburgh-based property lawyer has set aside speculation on whether she will become Scottish football's first chairwoman to focus on her father's health. (Wed, 23 Jan 2008 11:46:01 GMT)
PNP making reporter scapegoat for Faeldon escape—lawyer
MANILA, Philippines -- The lawyer of Marine Captain Nicanor Faeldon on Wednesday accused the Philippine National Police (PNP) of making reporter Dana Batnag a scapegoat for security forces' failure to secure the Manila Peninsula hotel at the height of the November 29 standoff. (Wed, 23 Jan 2008 12:09:18 GMT)
Lawyer says man killed pit bulls in self-defense
BARNSTABLE, Mass. A jury on Cape Cod is deliberating the case of a man charged with animal cruelty in the fatal shootings of two pit bulls. A lawyer for Keith Kynock said the dogs were out of control, attacking Kynock, his mother and two other dogs. (Wed, 23 Jan 2008 12:17:25 GMT)
Lawyer says man killed pit bulls in self-defense
BARNSTABLE - A jury on Cape Cod is deliberating the case of a man charged with animal cruelty in the fatal shootings of two pit bulls. A lawyer for Keith Kynock said the... (Wed, 23 Jan 2008 12:36:41 GMT)
Morganelli expected to announce attorney general candidacy
Northampton County District Attorney John Morganelli is expected to announce that he's seeking the Democratic nomination for state attorney general. (Wed, 23 Jan 2008 13:06:20 GMT)
Florida attorney general sues foreclosure rescue firm
Attorney General Bill McCollum has sued a South Florida-based foreclosure rescue company, alleging the firm defrauded dozens of homeowners, and is seeking legislation to strength protections for those facing foreclosure. (Wed, 23 Jan 2008 13:07:02 GMT)
Attorney General, Deaconess targeting domestic violence
Attorney General, Deaconess targeting domestic violence (Wed, 23 Jan 2008 13:23:07 GMT)
Court canceled, chamber scrubbed after attorney's illness
A court session in Hazard was first delayed by weather, than scrapped because of a reported illness. Perry County District Court was running an hour late because of icy roads Tuesday when Judge Leigh Ann Stephens closed the courtroom after learning an attorney had been quarantined with possible meningitis. County health department epidemiologist David Reese later said there was no evidence of ... (Wed, 23 Jan 2008 13:55:39 GMT)
Lawyer Says Man Killed Dogs In Self-Defense
BARNSTABLE, Mass. -- A jury on Cape Cod is deliberating the case of a man charged with animal cruelty in the fatal shootings of two pit bulls. A lawyer for Keith Kynock said the dogs were out of control, attacking Kynock, his mother and two other dogs. (Wed, 23 Jan 2008 13:57:02 GMT)
Lawyer: Needle Swap Activists Being 'Persecuted'
SAN ANTONIO -- Three community activists are being persecuted by the Bexar County District Attorney’s Office, said a lawyer representing the trio. (Wed, 23 Jan 2008 15:39:14 GMT)
Lawyer Still on the Run
IRISH lawyer Michael Lynn, who has been on the run from authorities in Ireland over €80 million owed to Irish banks and was stopped by U.S. immigration officers at Newark on Friday, January 11, but not arrested, has still not returned to Ireland. (Wed, 23 Jan 2008 15:53:31 GMT)
Christian Brando in hospital with pneumonia, but lawyer says he’s expected to be OK
LOS ANGELES — Christian Brando has been hospitalized with pneumonia, his lawyer said Monday. (Wed, 23 Jan 2008 17:28:40 GMT)
Attorney General To Hold Foreclosure Forum
Michigan's Attorney General Mike Cox has organized another forum to assist homeowners who may be facing foreclosure. (Wed, 23 Jan 2008 18:59:35 GMT)
Peterson, lawyer suggest: 'Win a Date with Drew'
Drew Peterson's lawyer doesn't just want to clear his client's name in the disappearance of Peterson's wife. He wants to help him find him a date. (Wed, 23 Jan 2008 19:30:54 GMT)
Democrat opens race for state attorney general
HARRISBURG -- Northampton County District Attorney John Morganelli kicked off his campaign for state attorney general today, and the key word in his speech was "tough." (Wed, 23 Jan 2008 19:38:47 GMT)
African-American Attorney Group Calls for Rosenthal Resignation
An organization composed of African-American attorneys from the Houston area is demanding the resignation of Harris County District Attorney Chuck Rosenthal amid the e-mail scandal that has plagued the last months of his administration. (Wed, 23 Jan 2008 20:27:55 GMT)
DPM Welcomes Appointment Of Acting Attorney Gen
Deputy Prime Minister Hon. Fred Fono (MP) today welcomed the appointment of local lawyer Gabriel Suri as the government’s Acting Attorney General. (Wed, 23 Jan 2008 20:29:49 GMT)
Lawyer incurs wrath of Nevada judge for missing client's trial
Associated Press - January 23, 2008 3:34 PM ET LAS VEGAS (AP) - A lawyer who advertises heavily in southern Nevada is facing a judge's wrath after missing the first day of his client's murder... (Wed, 23 Jan 2008 20:38:20 GMT)
Attorney is named to civil rights committee
Donald Prophete, a Kansas City attorney, was appointed on Tuesday by the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights to chair the organization's Kansas Advisory Committee. (Wed, 23 Jan 2008 20:40:31 GMT)
Parker Is Appointed Bartow City Attorney
Filling a vacancy that had existed for more than seven months, Bartow city commissioners decided Tuesday afternoon to appoint Sean Parker to be Bartow's city attorney. (Wed, 23 Jan 2008 20:42:13 GMT)
Lawyer incurs wrath of Nevada judge for missing client's trial
LAS VEGAS (AP) - A lawyer who advertises heavily in southern Nevada is facing a judge's wrath after missing the first day of his client's murder trial. (Wed, 23 Jan 2008 20:48:23 GMT)
Attorney For Death Row Inmate Challenges Penalty
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) _ An attorney for an Oklahoma death row inmate convicted of permitting abuse that led to a child's death says the punishment is disproportionate to the crime. Attorneys for Donald Gilson made the argument before a three-judge panel of the 10th Circuit Court of Appeals Wednesday in Oklahoma City. (Wed, 23 Jan 2008 20:55:31 GMT)
Cascadia Capital hires Stoel Rives attorney
Cascadia Capital, which funds sustainable industry companies, has lured a Stoel Rives LLP attorney to head its firm. (Wed, 23 Jan 2008 21:32:42 GMT)
Attorney says his client 'was not the one' who did the killing in High Desert bunker slaying
David Brian Smith ran track in high school, was set to enlist in the Marines, and -- most importantly, his attorney said -- had no idea a night at an abandoned High Desert military bunker would end in the execution of two teens. (Wed, 23 Jan 2008 21:35:20 GMT)
Lawyer urges state to charge security chiefs or let them go
Lawyer Akram Azouri said on Wednesday that the detention of four security chiefs after the February 2005 assassination of former Prime Minister Rafik Hariri was "arbitrary," and called on the Lebanese authorities to take steps to resolve the issue. "Media reports covering the detention of generals Jamil Sayyed, Ali Hajj, Raymond Azar and Mustafa Hamdan. (Wed, 23 Jan 2008 21:44:46 GMT)
Attorney to seek $275M in wrongful death suit in student death
INDIANAPOLIS - An attorney for the family of a Ball State University student fatally shot by a campus policeman told a jury that he plans to seek $275 million in damages in the wrongful death lawsuit against the officer. (Wed, 23 Jan 2008 21:58:44 GMT)
Local Lawyer Allegedly Leaves Murder Client to Fend For Himself
A southern Nevada lawyer is in hot water after missing the first day of his client's murder trial. Clark County District Judge Michelle Leavitt blamed attorney Glen Lerner for wasting the time of 50 potential jurors in the trial of 41-year-old Mario Lino. (Thu, 24 Jan 2008 00:32:59 GMT)
White House Renews Battle Over Lawyer Who Signed Interrogation Memos
The White House renominated the Justice Department lawyer who wrote a series of classified legal opinions in 2005 authorizing harsh C.I.A. interrogation techniques. (Thu, 24 Jan 2008 03:39:46 GMT)
'Taxi rape' victims were prostitutes: lawyer
The lawyer for a taxi driver linked to three alleged rapes by DNA technology has told a Sydney court two of the alleged victims were prostitutes. (Thu, 24 Jan 2008 04:00:54 GMT)
Attorney of accused bunker suspect says client 'wasn't aware that anyone was going to be hurt'
David Brian Smith ran track in high school, was set to enlist in the Marines, and -- most importantly, his attorney said -- had no idea a night at an abandoned High Desert military bunker would end in the execution-style killings of two teens. (Thu, 24 Jan 2008 05:05:21 GMT)
Bush Renominates Author of Interrogation Memos as Assistant Attorney General
President Bush renominated Steven G. Bradbury as assistant attorney general Wednesday, refusing to yield to Democrats who oppose a permanent job for the official who signed legal memos authorizing harsh interrogations for suspected terrorists. Senate Democrats complain that two secret memos from Bradbury in 2005 authorized the CIA to use head slaps, freezing temperatures and waterboarding -- a ... (Thu, 24 Jan 2008 05:07:21 GMT)
Democrat launches attorney general bid
HARRISBURG -- Northampton County District Attorney John Morganelli kicked off his campaign for state attorney general yesterday, and the key word in his speech was "tough." ... (Thu, 24 Jan 2008 05:26:32 GMT)
Attorney requests physical, mental evaluation for McDade
An attorney for former U.S. Rep. Joseph McDade has asked a Florida court to appoint two physicians to evaluate whether the ex-legislator is physically and mentally able to stand trial on a charge of fondling himself in public. (Thu, 24 Jan 2008 05:54:37 GMT)
Attorney files $1 billion lawsuit
With a blast of showmanship and a prayer for help to "a Lord who has never lost a case," flamboyant Florida attorney Willie Gary on Wednesday launched what he styled as a $1 billion lawsuit to protect a mental-health provider from alleged harm by the Durham Center and other defendants. (Thu, 24 Jan 2008 05:54:52 GMT)
Attorney files for dismissal of charges in fatal crsash
BELLEFONTE — Days after successfully getting medical tests suppressed in the case against a Vermont truck driver accused of causing a fatal wreck last year while high on methamphetamine, attorney Brian Manchester filed Tuesday to toss out all criminal charges for lack of evidence. (Thu, 24 Jan 2008 05:55:57 GMT)
Candidates for state's attorney hope endorsements can tip balance
BY ASHLEY SEARS and TERESA SEWELL Medill News Service | Thursday, January 24, 2008 | No comments posted. Despite racking up high-profile endorsements last weekend, Cook County state's attorney candidates still are wondering if voters care. (Thu, 24 Jan 2008 06:30:59 GMT)
Rialto terminates contract with long-time city attorney
The Rialto City Council has terminated its contract with longtime city attorney Robert Owen, paying him $500,000 in severance pay. (Thu, 24 Jan 2008 08:15:23 GMT)
Lawyer who helped Masilotti fights going to prison immediately after sentencing
The defense attorney representing William R. Boose, the lawyer accused of helping ex-County Commissioner Tony Masilotti conceal illegal profits in a land deal, is fighting the demand of federal prosecutors that he be taken to prison immediately after his sentencing Friday morning. (Thu, 24 Jan 2008 08:27:47 GMT)
Gambia: Lawyer Mai Fatty Named Man of the Year By the Freedom Newspaper!!
" Lawyer Mai Fatty has been a true defender of human rights in The Gambia. Over the years, he had put his life on the line to defend the rights and liberties of oppressed Gambians. Lawyer Fatty devotes most part of his law career in helping humanity. (Thu, 24 Jan 2008 09:36:47 GMT)
Exit likely for B.C. City Attorney Clyde Robinson
Although no formal job offer has been made, all signs indicate City Attorney Clyde Robinson might soon leave Battle Creek City Hall. (Thu, 24 Jan 2008 09:37:39 GMT)
Judges question city lawyer in ferry crash case
A federal appeals court panel showed little patience yesterday for a lawyer who said the city's liability should be limited in the deadly 2003 crash of the Staten Island Ferry. (Thu, 24 Jan 2008 09:46:32 GMT)
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