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Attorney News Apr 2008

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Wilson's attorney defends use of privileged report
CORUNNA - An attorney hired by Sheriff Jon Wilson is alleging that county commissioners are playing politics with a situation involving deputies' complaints. He is also defending the sheriff's public mention of a privileged letter. (Fri, 18 Apr 2008 20:10:49 GMT)

Hotchandani's attorney withdraws
The attorney took another job and had to withdraw from the health insurance fraud case. (Fri, 18 Apr 2008 20:28:01 GMT)

Human remains identified; Man believed killed by gunshot earlier this year, District Attorney Jacqueline Musto Carroll ...
WYOMING - Luzerne County District Attorney Jacqueline Musto Carroll identified the human remains found in two bags on an embankment in Hanover Township as 51-year old John J. O'Brien, of Carey Avenue, Wilkes-Barre. (Fri, 18 Apr 2008 20:53:24 GMT)

Greene Co. Attorney Faces Disciplinary Committee
A Greene County attorney faces a disciplinary committee Friday over accusations of embezzling. (Fri, 18 Apr 2008 20:59:17 GMT)

Michael Jackson’s lawyer flies into Perugia to defend Meredith suspect
Behind growing criticism of the Italian investigation into the murder of the British student Meredith Kercher lies an energetic campaign by Joe Tacopina, a dapper, top-flight New York lawyer. (Fri, 18 Apr 2008 21:03:59 GMT)

Austin lawyer freed while appealing contempt sentence
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) -- A lawyer sentenced to 90 days in jail for a lewd gesture he made in court has been freed while he pursues an appeal. Adam Reposa tells the Austin American-Statesman that "if you look at contempt law, every case is the same you lose at the trial court and you win on appeal." (Fri, 18 Apr 2008 21:35:16 GMT)

Lawyer fights sentence over lewd gesture
A lawyer sentenced to 90 days in jail for a lewd gesture he made in court has been freed while he pursues an appeal (Fri, 18 Apr 2008 21:42:21 GMT)

City lawyer claims record £19m in sex discrimination case
Lawyer who took flexible working time to care for sons was bullied by boss who 'prefers the company of men and prefers working with them' (Fri, 18 Apr 2008 23:27:31 GMT)

Lawyer in record discrimination claim
City lawyer who took flexible working time to care for sons claims £19m in sex discrimination case (Fri, 18 Apr 2008 23:51:38 GMT)

Family lawyer proposes 'Cordon's Law' in memory of murdered Merritt children
Vancouver family lawyer Kathleen Walker says the sweet, eager face of the youngest of three children murdered in Merritt this month propelled her fight for a tougher child-protection law in British Columbia. (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 00:04:22 GMT)

City Attorney Candidates Face Off
San Diego's incumbent City Attorney Mike Aguirre stood his ground Friday during a debate against four challengers. (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 00:33:22 GMT)

Anna Nicole's mom says lawyer spread rumors
HOUSTON -- Anna Nicole Smith's mother, already suing her daughter's former lawyer over claims she was an abusive parent, is now accusing him of helping spread false rumors that she was... (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 01:47:25 GMT)

Lawyer seeks release of Majors' millions
Lawyer Keod Smith plans to file an application to have more than $3 million that were seized from Dwight and Keva Major returned to their family. The Majors, both 38, were extradited to Florida yesterday to face drug charges. (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 02:30:31 GMT)

Iowa's Attorney General Warns Against Cell Phone Pitfalls
Mason City, IA- A report from the Iowa Attorney General is giving advice to first time cell phone users. The report advises against getting a cell phone service that doesn't fit your lifestyle. It warns you can end up with unwanted charges like roaming. (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 02:44:53 GMT)

Eunice Mayor Calls for City Attorney to Step Down
Eunice Mayor Bob Morris is urging the city attorney to resign. In a letter sent Tuesday to City Attorney Jacque Pucheu, Morris writes, among other things, that he doesn't trust Pucheu and doesn't believe (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 02:45:02 GMT)

County attorney says he OK'd wiretaps to "stop the killing
Maricopa County Attorney Andrew Thomas testified Friday that he authorized emergency police wiretaps in 2006 to "stop the killing" in Phoenix's Serial Shooter case. Thomas testified that he believed police didn't have enough evidence to arrest suspects Dale Hausner and Samuel Dieteman. (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 02:49:50 GMT)

County attorney earns over $15,000 in first two months on job
The legal landscape for Sampson County changed last year with the hiring of its first full time attorney. (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 04:33:42 GMT)

Governor appoints Mt. Vernon lawyer to Westchester bench
WHITE PLAINS - A Mount Vernon lawyer has been tapped to fill a vacancy on the Westchester County Court bench. (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 06:35:03 GMT)

Rockland lawyer barred from practicing before SEC
A Rockland lawyer, well-known in Democratic circles, has been suspended from practicing law before the federal Securities and Exchange Commission because he participated in securities fraud, authorities said. (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 06:43:40 GMT)

Attorney general warns of fraudulent Amber Alerts
The Utah Attorney General's Office is warning Utah residents to be aware of fake or misguided Amber Alerts that can be sent to cell phones and e-mail accounts. (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 07:17:02 GMT)

Madonna seeks delay in Malawi adoption case: lawyer
U.S. pop star Madonna has asked a Malawian court to delay a hearing to finalize her adoption of a boy from the southern African nation, a lawyer close to the case said. (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 07:22:35 GMT)

Lawyer says Madonna seeks delay in Malawi adoption case
U.S. pop star Madonna has asked a Malawian court to delay a hearing to finalise her adoption of a boy from the southern African nation, a lawyer close to the case said. (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 07:23:00 GMT)

Lawyer says Madonna seeks delay in Malawi adoption case
BLANTYRE (Reuters) - U.S. pop star Madonna has asked a Malawian court to delay a hearing to finalise her adoption of a boy from the southern African nation, a lawyer close to the case said. (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 07:23:54 GMT)

Democrat to announce for Maricopa County attorney
Gerald Richard, a former deputy county attorney, prosecuted gang-related crimes. (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 07:59:37 GMT)

Attorney General requests execution dates for 3 death row inmates
MONTGOMERY | Attorney General Troy King requested execution dates Friday for three Alabama death row inmates, a move that followed a U.S. Supreme Court ruling that cleared the way for use of lethal injection. (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 08:40:45 GMT)

Lawyer proposes better child-protection law
A Vancouver family lawyer has proposed drafting a better child-protection law and calling it "Cordon's Law" in the memory of the youngest of three children killed in Merritt almost two weeks ago. (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 08:48:01 GMT)

Priest/lawyer banned from archdiocese
ST. LOUIS (AP) — A prominent Roman Catholic priest and canon lawyer, who says he has been helping those "harmed by the institutional Catholic Church" since 1985 and counseling an ethnic Polish church here, has been banned from working in the St. Louis archdiocese. St. (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 08:58:38 GMT)

Attorney general's opinion on aquatic center project sought
Three Bismarck legislators are requesting an attorney general's opinion on the process being used to build the aquatic and wellness center on the Bismarck State College campus. (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 09:19:18 GMT)

New AS Roma suitor to offer double, says lawyer
MILAN, April 19 (Reuters) - Italian soccer club AS Roma has a second potential suitor who could double an existing offer, a lawyer for the controlling family was quoted as saying. (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 09:52:53 GMT)

Irwin Gostin; longtime S.D. attorney fought for civil liberties; 80
Fighting racial discrimination and championing free speech were a way of life for Irwin Gostin, an attorney whose involvement with the ACLU included serving as local chapter president and representing folk singer Pete Seeger. (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 10:11:37 GMT)

Suspension recommended for lawyer in high-profile pot case
Associated Press - April 19, 2008 7:45 AM ET MONTPELIER, Vt. (AP) - A Vermont Supreme Court disciplinary counsel is recommending a two-month license suspension for a Windsor lawyer whose... (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 11:45:25 GMT)

Attorney calls for firing of Newburgh police chief
NEWBURGH – Civil rights attorney Michael Sussman, who represented three young men who were involved in a Newburgh City Court trial on disorderly related charges, Friday called on the city administration to fire Police Chief Eric Paolilli. (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 11:53:37 GMT)

Bentonville attorney named in lawsuit
BENTONVILLE — A lawsuit accuses Bentonville attorney Robin Pace and a Jonesboro man of selling unregistered securities in violation of Arkansas law. (Benton County Daily Record) (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 12:25:51 GMT)

Top lawyer at state Department of Environmental Management steps down
The top lawyer at the state Department of Environmental Management, involved in several controversies, has left the agency. (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 12:44:08 GMT)

When is $500 worth nothing? Local attorney thinks he knows
Athens attorney Jeff Weinstein boarded a plane this week and traveled to Sacramento, Calif., to speak to a superior court judge. (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 12:45:09 GMT)

Attorney General Six Honors Crime Victims, Presents Awards
In honor of National Crime Victims' Rights Week and the 11th Annual Kansas Crime Victims' Rights Conference, Attorney General Steve Six spoke with professionals and volunteers about the importance of working together to serve victims. Six also presented the Attorney General's 2008 Victim Service Awards. (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 13:55:28 GMT)

SC tells Cebu lawyer: Law is not about making money
BAGUIO CITY, Philippines—The Supreme Court lectured a Cebu-based lawyer on where to draw the line in profiting from a case, after throwing out on Wednesday a 29-year-old collection suit he had pursued against the Cebu provincial government. (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 15:10:14 GMT)

Polygamists' Lawyer: State Can't Keep Kids
Polygamists' lawyer calls trial "mockery of justice" and the decision illegal. (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 16:34:30 GMT)

Addison's lawyer wants judge to throw out statements
Lawyers for the man accused of killing a Manchester police officer want a judge to bar statements he made to detectives, arguing the police ignored his request for a lawyer while being questioned. (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 17:20:15 GMT)

Martin returning to Canada even if verdict is guilty: lawyer
GUADALAJARA - Jailed Canadian Brenda Martin will be back in Canada before the end of the month even if she is found guilty by a Mexican court, her lawyer says. (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 18:56:59 GMT)

Martin's in jail while con man's lawyer walks free
When prominent Mexico lawyer Marco Antonio del Toro wandered into a Mexican courthouse this week, the irony of the situation was not lost on Canadian Brenda Martin, whose final hearing after more than two years' imprisonment in the country had just ended. (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 18:57:19 GMT)

Attorney: Pacman 'satisfied' with arrest in Vegas case
Titans cornerback Pacman Jones is "satisfied" an arrest has been made in the Las Vegas strip club shooting that led to his NFL suspension and hopes he can get some closure, his attorney said Saturday. (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 19:21:57 GMT)

Underbelly brief: lawyer Zarah fights on
Controversial lawyer Zarah Garde-Wilson won a partial victory today in her fight to have her practising certificate reinstated when the Victorian Court of Appeal granted her leave to re-apply to have the decision reviewed in the Supreme Court. (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 20:32:54 GMT)

Oregon attorney slaps cop with illegal parking complaint
An attorney who watched a police officer park illegally in front of a restaurant, then wait around while his meal was prepared, issued the officer a series of citizen-initiated violations. Eric Bryant said he was sitting at the restaurant March 7 when Officer Chad Stensgaard parked his patrol car next to a no-parking sign and walked inside to wait for his food, the Portland Mercury reported ... (Sat, 19 Apr 2008 22:10:16 GMT)

Attorney files parking complaint against Portland cop
Attorney Eric Bryant said he was sitting at a restaurant in northwest Portland when Officer Chad Stensgaard parked his patrol car next to a "No Parking" sign and walked inside to wait for his food. (Sun, 20 Apr 2008 00:12:36 GMT)

Martin will be back in Canada soon, say her lawyer
GUADALAJARA, Mexico - Jailed Canadian Brenda Martin will be back in Canada before the end of the month even if she is found guilty by a Mexican court, her lawyer says. (Sun, 20 Apr 2008 01:42:50 GMT)

Prominent Lawyer Loses Bid For New Trial In Murder Case
Thomas Capano, the once prominent Delaware lawyer, has lost his bid for a new trial on charges of murdering his mistress in 1996 now that a federal judge has rejected his argument that the jury should have had the option of convicting him on a lesser charge such as manslaughter or second-degree murder. Check out the LawFuel Jobs Network at http://www.lawfuel.com/law-jobs.asp (Sun, 20 Apr 2008 02:09:30 GMT)

Olathe apologizes to former attorney
OLATHE — The town of Olathe apologized Thursday to its former attorney, calling allegations of possible malpractice against Mindi Conerly-Piggot “unfounded.” (Sun, 20 Apr 2008 03:08:10 GMT)

Lawmakers Want Attorney General`s Opinion On Proposed Aquatic Center
Attorney General Wayne Stenehjem is being asked for his legal opinion on a proposed aquatic center in Bismarck. It would be built on the Bismarck State College campus in a joint effort between the Bismarck Park district, BSC, and a developer. (Sun, 20 Apr 2008 03:45:09 GMT)

Bush taps U.S. attorney for Wyo
CHEYENNE -- President Bush has nominated Kelly Rankin, an assistant U.S. attorney in Casper, to fill the open position of U.S. attorney for Wyoming, U.S. Sen. Mike Enzi announced Thursday. (Sun, 20 Apr 2008 03:51:11 GMT)

Council to decide city attorney’s fate
The city council will talk about whether or not to fire the city attorney sooner rather than later. (Sun, 20 Apr 2008 03:52:38 GMT)

THREE QUESTIONS: Attorney devoted to law and order
Attorney Bruce Nagel just doesn't win cases. He also has won the respect of his peers. Nagel has been recognized in New Jersey Monthly Magazine and New Jersey Super Lawyers magazine. A 30-year law veteran, he is a senior partner with the firm Nagel Rice in Roseland. (Sun, 20 Apr 2008 04:53:17 GMT)

News of the Weird: What if the only one who can exonerate you for a murder charge is a lawyer who is forbidden to ...
What if the only one who can exonerate you for a murder charge is a lawyer who is forbidden to speak because of bar association rules? (Sun, 20 Apr 2008 05:00:05 GMT)

Addison's defense: Lawyer right ignored
Michael Addison's lawyers are trying to suppress what the police say was an admission by Addison that he shot a gun over his shoulder while being chased by Manchester Officer Michael Briggs. Addison's lawyers say the detectives who questioned Addison ignored his request for a lawyer. (Sun, 20 Apr 2008 05:27:12 GMT)

POLITICAL ANNOUNCEMENT: Long announces candidacy for District Attorney of 23rd JDC
Charles "Chuck" Long, a Democrat from Donaldsonville, recently announced that he will be a candidate in this fall's election for the next District Attorney for Ascension, Assumption and St. James parishes. (Sun, 20 Apr 2008 05:32:10 GMT)

Disbarred NZ lawyer's appointment to be reviewed
Fiji's Constitutional Office Commission says it will review the appointment of Auckland lawyer Maurice Coughlan as the nation's elections supervisor, because it was unaware he had previously been disbarred in New Zealand. (Sun, 20 Apr 2008 07:05:56 GMT)

Attorney: Pacman now wants closure
Titans cornerback Pacman Jones is "satisfied" an arrest has been made in the Las Vegas strip club shooting that led to his NFL suspension and hopes he can get some closure, his attorney said Saturday. (Sun, 20 Apr 2008 07:10:16 GMT)

Coal company charges a first for attorney general
Official: Conviction could spur other mine firms to play by rules. Violations at the R&D Coal Co.'s Buck Mountain Slope mine in Schuylkill County were so egregious, officials say, that the state attorney general's office was pressed to do something it had never done before: Launch a criminal investigation of a mine fatality. (Sun, 20 Apr 2008 07:57:45 GMT)

Lawyer urges restraint
The lawyer representing the man suspected of killing his three children has asked the public to be patient with the court process — although he understands such cases attract a lot of attention. (Sun, 20 Apr 2008 08:02:08 GMT)

Attorney's donations to School Board members' campaigns spur debate
A Daytona Beach attorney whose firm is paid as much as $285 an hour to give legal advice to the Volusia County School Board is donating to the re-election campaigns of two School Board members this year. (Sun, 20 Apr 2008 09:59:32 GMT)

Martin to return to Canada regardless of verdict: Lawyer
GUADALAJARA, Mexico — Jailed Canadian Brenda Martin will be back in Canada before the end of the month even if she is found guilty by a Mexican court, her lawyer says. (Sun, 20 Apr 2008 12:16:01 GMT)

County attorney earns over $15,000 in first two months on job
The legal landscape for Sampson County changed last year with the hiring of its first full time attorney. (Sun, 20 Apr 2008 13:18:52 GMT)

Chemical Ali in hospital after hunger strike: lawyer
Ali Hassan al-Majid, the Saddam Hussein henchman better known as Chemical Ali who is on death row for genocide, has been admitted to hospital after a three-day hunger strike, lawyer Badie Aref told AFP in Jordan on Sunday. (Sun, 20 Apr 2008 15:13:46 GMT)

Pasley named new Madill city attorney
[ MADILL Ted J. Pasley has been named legal adviser for the city of Madill. He replaces Dan Little, who recently retired after serving 35 years as city attorney. (Sun, 20 Apr 2008 15:19:15 GMT)

Chemical Ali in hospital after hunger strike: lawyer
Ali Hassan al-Majid, the Saddam Hussein henchman better known as Chemical Ali who is on death row for genocide, is seen here in 2007. He has been admitted to hospital after a three-day hunger strike, lawyer Badie Aref has told AFP in Jordan. (Sun, 20 Apr 2008 19:15:44 GMT)

Democratic contenders for attorney general nomination address Jackson Day crowd
SPRINGFIELD — The three Democrats vying to replace Attorney General Jay Nixon tried to distinguish themselves before a crowd of party activists and leaders at the start of Jackson Day ... (Sun, 20 Apr 2008 22:57:42 GMT)

Lawyer In Lake View School-Merger Challenge Seeks Information On Judge's Ruling
LITTLE ROCK -- A lawyer for a group that challenged the merger of the Lake View district into another school system says the case was unique and a federal judge shouldn't have dismissed it by citing a ruling in another suit without providing details. (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 01:31:32 GMT)

Milwaukee attorney getting national tax reputation
Milwaukee attorney Robert Bernhoft was high-minded before he successfully defended actor Wesley Snipes on tax charges in a recent headline-grabbing Florida trial. (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 04:19:06 GMT)

Winstead firm growing; hires T. Boone Pickens' attorney
Winstead PC has brought on board 30-year veteran energy attorney Gary Compton, continuing a rapid growth trajectory that began with the hiring of several former Jenkens and Gilchrist PC attorneys last year. (GE) (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 04:21:57 GMT)

Madeira has resemblance to a certain Duke attorney
In light of the most recent charges against a PSU football player being dropped yet again, I believe the PSU and State College communities have to take a serious look at the competence of the Centre County District Attorney Michael Madeira. (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 05:16:31 GMT)

Dakota commissioners expected to name new county attorney
DAKOTA CITY -- The Dakota County Board of Commissioners plans to name its new county attorney today. (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 05:58:36 GMT)

Lawyer Harry Roque mulls impeachment vs Ombudsman
MANILA, Philippines -- A lawyer critical of the administration is studying the possibility of filing an impeachment case against Ombudsman Merceditas Gutierrez. (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 06:10:13 GMT)

Lawyer sued for not filing medical malpractice papers
A Great Neck lawyer is being sued for failing to file court papers in time to sue a urologist who allegedly botched a penile implant procedure. (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 08:17:00 GMT)

Former lawyer jailed for hurting business rival
A FORMER lawyer who used to run a cafe in the Arab Street area was sentenced to six months' jail on Monday for breaking the little finger of a business rival. (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 08:33:43 GMT)

PENILE LAWYER SCREWED UP: SUIT
A former construction worker is suing his lawyer for letting his penile-implant lawsuit go flaccid. Christopher Isabella, 32, says a penile pump he had implanted shattered when he fell down in 2001. He claims in a new lawsuit that a bungled... (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 08:35:39 GMT)

Cambodia: Ex-Khmer Rouge Leader's French Lawyer Arrives For Genocide Hearing
PHNOM PENH, CAMBODIA: A French lawyer who defended terrorists and a former Nazi officer arrived in Cambodia on Monday (21 Apr) to represent a former Khmer Rouge leader. (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 10:07:09 GMT)

French lawyer set for genocide hearing
A French lawyer who defended terrorists and a former Nazi officer arrived in Cambodia on Monday to represent a former Khmer Rouge leader. (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 10:10:31 GMT)

French lawyer in Cambodia to represent ex-Khmer Rouge leader
A French lawyer who defended terrorists and a former Nazi officer arrived in Cambodia on Monday to represent a former Khmer Rouge leader. (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 10:11:21 GMT)

French lawyer set for genocide hearing
Mon, Apr 21, 2008 (3:27 a.m.) A French lawyer who defended terrorists and a former Nazi officer arrived in Cambodia on Monday to represent a former Khmer Rouge leader. (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 10:40:48 GMT)

Case to launch his bid for district attorney post
Ken Case will be joined by supporters as he officially announces his intention to run for Erie County district attorney at 10 a.m. today at 92 Franklin St. (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 10:45:10 GMT)

Former Officer Accused of Threatening District Attorney
VANCE COUNTY, N.C. -- A former Henderson police officer and suspected Klansman pleaded guilty to ethnic intimidation, and now he's in trouble again. Anthony Finch is accused of threatening to kill the Vance County District Attorney. (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 10:49:26 GMT)

Oregon Attorney Slaps Cop With Illegal Parking Complaint
An attorney who watched a police officer park illegally in front of a restaurant, then wait around while his meal was prepared, issued the officer a series of citizen-initiated violations. (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 11:20:38 GMT)

Iraq to recover millions from Saddam lawyer's Swiss account
Baghdad - The Federal Supreme Court of Switzerland has ordered the freezing of 300 million dollars deposited in a Swiss bank account held by former Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein's lawyer, Iraq's Ministry of Finance said Monday. Iraq has won the ruli... (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 12:07:33 GMT)

Lawyer 'pretty confident' Martin will be freed Tuesday
The lawyer for a Canadian woman jailed in Mexico says he expects a verdict of not guilty on money-laundering charges. (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 13:38:34 GMT)

Judge denies lawyer for defendant after years of delays
A man charged with murder in the dismemberment slayings of a teenage couple in 2002 must now act as his own lawyer. (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 17:07:06 GMT)

Defense attorney argues insanity in Troy shooting
PONTIAC -- A defense attorney for a Troy man charged in an April 2007 office shooting that left one dead and two injured told an Oakland Circuit Court jury Monday that Anthony LaCalamita never meant to kill anyone and should be found insane. (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 17:09:56 GMT)

Former lawyer faked cancer to avoid jail
A FORMER lawyer who faked cancer to avoid jail has pleaded guilty to perverting the course of justice. (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 17:16:00 GMT)

Meet and Greet Weld district attorney
Residents will have an opportunity to meet and talk with the Weld district attorney next month, according to a press release from the Gongloff Group. (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 17:53:23 GMT)

Lay's attorney seeks ban on people speaking to client
The defense attorney for Amanda Brooks has filed notice at the Vanderburgh County Courthouse, banning anyone from having contact with Brooks other than her defense team, preapproved friends and family, clergy or medical personnel. (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 17:54:06 GMT)

Attorney General Files Motion for Execution Date
Montgomery, Al. -- Attorney General Troy King has filed a renewed motion to set an execution date for Thomas Arthur, following the U.S. Supreme Court's order today that terminated a stay of execution that (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 18:37:41 GMT)

Reiser's Lawyer Compares Trial To War In Iraq
The defense lawyer for computer engineer Hans Reiser compares his marathon murder trial to the war in Iraq, telling jurors that in both instances the government has failed to prove its case. (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 19:08:46 GMT)

Lawyer: Nina Reiser's death not proven
The defense lawyer for Hans Reiser told jurors that prosecutors have failed to prove that Nina Reiser is dead. (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 19:36:31 GMT)

Lawyer says Italian court allows Parmalat to sue Citigroup
A lawyer for Parmalat says the dairy company will seek damages of more than $16 billion from Citigroup Inc. after a court allowed the Italian company to attach a lawsuit to a criminal trial in Parma. (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 19:44:07 GMT)

Attorney, military say 'Chemical Ali' hospitalized
An attorney says a cousin of Saddam Hussein known as "Chemical Ali" has been hospitalized after going on a hunger strike. (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 19:51:29 GMT)

Supporters cheer new attorney
On March 20, when Konnie K. Young took her attorney's oath before the Supreme Court of Arizona and was officially admitted to practice law as a member of the State Bar of Arizona, her four sons, A.J., Clipper, Dean, and Blake Arnold, were there, cheering her on. (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 20:15:17 GMT)

Lawyer, U.S. military say Iraq's 'Chemical Ali' hospitalized
BAGHDAD - A lawyer says a cousin of Saddam Hussein known as "Chemical Ali" has been hospitalized after going on a hunger strike. Lawyer Badee Izzat Aref says Ali Hassan al-Majid and a co-defendant were admitted to a U.S. medical facility on Sunday after they passed out. (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 20:26:12 GMT)

Polygamy decision coming soon, says B.C. attorney general
Attorney General Wally Oppal says he'll decide soon what to do about the polygamous community at Bountiful, near Creston, B.C., but cautioned police can't just march into the area and start making arrests without a formal complaint. (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 20:32:22 GMT)

Attorney, military say 'Chemical Ali' hospitalized
BAGHDAD (AP) -- An attorney says a cousin of Saddam Hussein known as "Chemical Ali'' has been hospitalized after going on a hunger strike. Lawyer Badee Izzat Aref says Ali Hassan al-Majid and a co-defendant were admitted to a U.S. medical facility Sunday after they passed out. (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 20:40:20 GMT)

NBC 4 Awaits E-mails From Attorney General's Office
E-mails between attorney general employees could be the key to proving or disproving allegations of sexual harassment against a state employee. NBC 4 has the e-mails. (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 20:49:51 GMT)

State Attorney Won't Appeal Decision To Toss Latin Kings Charges
TAMPA The Hillsborough County State Attorney's Office has decided it will not appeal a judge's decision to throw out racketeering and conspiracy charges against 23 defendants in the case against suspected members of the Latin Kings street gang. (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 21:33:33 GMT)

Lawyer says Italian court allows Parmalat to sue Citigroup
Parmalat will seek damages of more than $16 billion from Citigroup Inc. after an Italian court allowed the dairy company to attach a lawsuit to a criminal trail, a Parmalat lawyer said Monday. (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 21:36:08 GMT)

Lawyer says Italian court allows Parmalat to sue Citigroup
(AP:ROME) Parmalat will seek damages of more than $16 billion from Citigroup Inc. after an Italian court allowed the dairy company to attach a lawsuit to a criminal trail, a company lawyer said Monday. (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 21:38:59 GMT)

If he did it, it was only manslaughter, Reiser attorney tells jury
There is no evidence that Hans Reiser murdered his estranged wife or even that she is dead, but if jurors in his trial are convinced he killed her, they should convict him of nothing more serious than voluntary manslaughter, his attorney argued in court... (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 22:18:55 GMT)

San Diego district attorney clears police in cyclist's death
The San Diego district attorney has found that three police officers should not face criminal charges in the homicide death of a cyclist who struggled against restraints, according to a report released by police Monday. (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 23:39:32 GMT)

I-Team: Doctor-Lawyer Fraud Case Re-Trial Bombshell
Federal prosecutors are ready to drop a bombshell on Las Vegas attorney Noel Gage when the lawyer is re-tried on conspiracy charges next month. His first trial ended in a hung jury. But that jury didn't get to hear the evidence that could be introduced the second time around. Chief investigative reporter George Knapp has the details. (Mon, 21 Apr 2008 23:56:41 GMT)

Lawyer literally pours water on prosecution’s line of query
KUALA LUMPUR: A senior lawyer was so galled with a prosecutor’s line of questioning over a burn injury on Indonesian maid Nirmala Bonat’s right thigh that he suddenly splashed water on his co-counsel in the maid abuse trial. (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT)

Environmental group to host attorney general
A local environmental group will play host to Oklahoma Attorney General Drew Edmondson during an awards dinner May 8. The theme for the event, sponsored by Save the Illinois River Inc., is “STIR Up Your Passion for the Illinois River.” (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 02:17:25 GMT)

Brenda Martin's lawyer optimistic she will be released but Canadian ‘terrified'
GUADALAJARA, Mexico - Brenda Martin's lawyer and childhood friend are optimistic she will be released from a Mexican prison Tuesday, but say the jailed Canadian is terrified that a Mexican judge's decision may not go her way. (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 02:25:00 GMT)

Attorney General Makes Request in Berry Execution
Attorney General Jim Hood is asking the state supreme court to set a new execution date for Earl Wesley Berry. The attorney general filed papers requesting Berry be executed by May 5th. (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 03:03:10 GMT)

Judge says child killer Duncan must have mental evaluation before he can act as own lawyer
BOISE, Idaho - A confessed child killer must be evaluated for mental competency before he can act as his own lawyer in death penalty proceedings, a federal judge ruled Monday. (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 03:12:01 GMT)

Attorney expects new felony charges against bay spill pilot
SAN FRANCISCO ---- The pilot of the container ship that spilled 53,000 gallons of fuel oil into San Francisco Bay is expected to be slapped with two new felony charges, his attorney said in a court filing Monday. (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 03:39:07 GMT)

SD District Attorney Clears Police In Cyclist's Death
San Diego's district attorney says three police officers should not face criminal charges in the death of a cyclist who struggled against restraints. (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 03:48:22 GMT)

Singapore lawyer admits 'cry for help' Hong Kong hotel theft
Hong Kong - A top Singapore lawyer who earns half a million US dollars a year was due to be sentenced Tuesday after admitting to stealing items worth about 1,200 US dollars from a Hong Kong hotel. Choy Chee Yean, a 40-year-old arbitration lawyer, ple... (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 03:51:44 GMT)

Lawyer says politics behind senator’s DUI arrest
SUMMERVILLE A state senator from Summerville has been charged with driving under the influence. Randy Scott was pulled over Saturday night for driving erratically and was arrested after failing a field sobriety test, Dorchester County deputies said. But Scott’s lawyer says the Dorchester County Republican struggled with walking heel-to-toe in the rain because he lost a leg in a hunting ... (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 04:24:52 GMT)

R.C. attorney gives up license amid allegations
RANCHO CUCAMONGA - A well-known local attorney has surrendered his law license amid allegations he took tens of thousands of dollars from clients and then abandoned them. PDF Document: State Bar Allegations Against William Gebbie (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 06:03:49 GMT)

Attorney: State rules don't cover road deal
County attorney Mark Tollison said Monday that Greenville County's $10.5 million road paving contract with Ashmore Bros. isn't subject to state contracting rules because the county created its own method of awarding all its annual road work to a single firm. (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 06:05:21 GMT)

At trial, attorney cross-examines prosecutor's star witness
The attorney representing murder defendant John "Big Rock" Lewis cross-examined the prosecution's star witness, Bakari Pitts, on Monday about robberies, dope-dealing and his relationship with Lewis (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 07:05:59 GMT)

Paul Walter chosen Clinton city attorney
CLINTON, Iowa — Paul Walter of Des Moines has been selected to be the new Clinton city attorney. (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 07:06:59 GMT)

Attorney pleads guilty in money laundering
A Tucson attorney arrested four years ago, along with reputed members of a large drug-trafficking ring, pleaded guilty Monday to solicitation of money laundering. (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 07:21:20 GMT)

N.J. attorney general subpoenas Atlantic City records
ATLANTIC CITY - Another criminal investigation is going on at City Hall. Mayor Scott Evans confirmed yesterday the state Attorney General's Office delivered four subpoenas to City Hall on Friday seeking municipal records from 2000 to 2007. (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 07:55:07 GMT)

Chinese dissident Hu chooses not to appeal: lawyer
Leading Chinese dissident Hu Jia will not appeal a guilty verdict meted out to him for attempting to overthrow the Chinese government, his lawyer said Tuesday. (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 08:08:05 GMT)

Chinese dissident Hu chooses not to appeal: lawyer
File photo shows prominent human rights activist Hu Jia at his apartment in Beijing. Jia will not appeal against a guilty verdict meted out to him recently, his lawyer said on Tuesday (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 08:25:45 GMT)

NZ lawyer withdraws from Fiji vote role
A New Zealand lawyer who failed to disclose he had once been disbarred by the New Zealand Law Society has withdrawn as Fiji's Supervisor of Elections. (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 09:18:20 GMT)

Lorenson starts as Oshkosh city attorney
The acting officially came off City Attorney Lynn Lorensons title Sunday. (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 09:19:07 GMT)

Schmitz's lawyer files to dismiss fraud case
MONTGOMERY - A lawyer for Rep. Sue Schmitz, D-Toney, has filed several motions seeking the dismissal of fraud charges against her, including one alleging misconduct by federal prosecutors during grand jury proceedings. (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 09:34:51 GMT)

French lawyer for Khmer accused
A French lawyer nicknamed "the Devil's advocate" will defend ex-Khmer Rouge leader Khieu Samphan. (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 09:39:03 GMT)

Tearful attorney recalls corruption on Ill. pension board
Fighting back tears, a Chicago attorney testified Monday that he heard five years ago how Antoin "Tony" Rezko and another political fundraiser were going to be allowed to reward Gov. Rod Blagojevich's campaign donors with business from a state pension fund. (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 09:49:42 GMT)

Khmer accused gets French lawyer
A French lawyer nicknamed "the Devil's advocate" will defend ex-Khmer Rouge leader Khieu Samphan. (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 09:57:20 GMT)

Attorney seeks juvenile trial for teen who stabbed brother
An attorney says a 14-year-old accused of fatally stabbing his older brother over a video game should be tried as a juvenile. (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 10:25:36 GMT)

Lawyer says politics behind senators DUI arrest
SUMMERVILLE A state senator from Summerville has been charged with driving under the influence. Randy Scott was pulled over Saturday night for driving erratically and was arrested after failing a field sobriety test, Dorchester County deputies said. But Scott’s lawyer says the Dorchester County Republican struggled with walking heel-to-toe in the rain because he lost a leg in a hunting ... (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 10:40:12 GMT)

Lawyer suspended for conduct
Hattiesburg lawyer Thomas Dale Beavers II has been suspended from practicing law for six months by order of the Mississippi Supreme Court. (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 11:43:28 GMT)

Attorney Admits Role in Drug Ring
A Tucson attorney arrested four years ago when police broke up a large drug-trafficking ring has pleaded guilty to soliciting money laundering. Pima County prosecutors say 52-year-old Hector Montoya will be placed on probation for 18 months and must report his conviction to the state bar. (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 17:40:48 GMT)

Texas attorney general calls for stricter sexually oriented business laws 12:40 PM CT
The state needs more robust laws to quickly shut down strip clubs and bars where minors are found performing, Attorney General Greg Abbott said today. (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 18:06:47 GMT)

NZ lawyer withdraws from Fiji election supervision
New Zealand lawyer Maurice Coughlan has withdrawn as Fiji's Supervisor of Elections. (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 18:18:37 GMT)

Lawyer: Colombia leader's cousin seeks political asylum
BOGOTA, Colombia (AP) -- An attorney says a cousin of Colombia's president who is wanted for alleged paramilitary ties is in the Costa Rican Embassy in Bogota requesting political asylum. (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 18:28:42 GMT)

Attorney General says open meeting law needs to be revamped
Idaho Attorney General Lawrence Wasden says state lawmakers need to revamp Idaho's open meeting law to remove ambiguities that make it difficult to enforce. (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 18:32:37 GMT)

Defense attorney says oil spill pilot may face more charges
SAN FRANCISCO - The pilot of a ship that spilled nearly 54,000 gallons of oil into San Francisco Bay in November may soon face two new federal criminal charges, according to his defense attorney. (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 19:15:36 GMT)

Attorney says Seattle ready to negotiate Sonics move
Associated Press - April 22, 2008 3:15 PM ET SEATTLE (AP) - The lead attorney for the city of Seattle says the city is willing to negotiate with the Oklahoma City-based owners of the... (Tue, 22 Apr 2008 19:24:58 GMT)