Attorney News Aug 2008
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Appeal of ex-lawyer's theft convictions tossed
An appeals court Wednesday dismissed an appeal by a former lawyer convicted of helping extort money from her lovers because she filed it too late. (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 04:41:38 GMT)
Lawyer: Proposed sign-ban is unconstitutional
An American Civil Liberties Union lawyer characterized a proposed borough ordinance to keep political signs off public property as unconstitutional. (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 10:42:02 GMT)
Connecticut Won't Punish Lawyer Over False ID In Plofsky Matter
State officials plan no disciplinary action against Maureen Duggan — a state agency lawyer who posed as an anonymous parking lot attendant in 2004 when she wrote a letter that led to the firing of then-state ethics chief Alan S. Plofsky. (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 12:40:53 GMT)
Attorney General Greg Abbott rules on uniform GPA calculations
AUSTIN – Attorney General Greg Abbott has decided that all high school graduates in Texas will have their grade point averages calculated the same way beginning with the Class of 2009. (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 12:42:52 GMT)
Ex-lawyer for Detroit mayor sues over unpaid fees
A former lawyer for Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick has filed a lawsuit against the mayor claiming he's owed about $80,000 in fees stemming from his work after Kilpatrick's text-message scandal surfaced. (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 13:30:56 GMT)
Ex-lawyer for Detroit mayor sues over unpaid fees
A former lawyer for Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick has filed a lawsuit against the mayor claiming he's owed about $80,000 in fees stemming from his work after Kilpatrick's text-message scandal surfaced. William Moffitt of Alexandria, Va., on Wednesday filed... (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 14:06:28 GMT)
Senators rebuke Mike Arroyo lawyer for calling up PCGG
MANILA, Philippines - Senators on Thursday scored the lawyer of first gentleman Jose Miguel Arroyo for admitting he called up Presidential Commission on Good Government"s (PCGG) head Camilo Sabio for legal advice on the Government Service Insurance System"s case against the Manila Electric Co. (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 14:44:37 GMT)
Son of Bangladesh's ex-PM Zia gets bail: lawyer
The detained son and political heir of Bangladesh's jailed former premier Khaleda Zia has been granted bail, a lawyer said Thursday, opening the door for him to seek medical treatment abroad. (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 15:02:06 GMT)
State's attorney wants gun charge erased from record
Wicomico County State's Attorney Davis Ruark is asking that a handgun possession charge brought against him be expunged from the record, The Daily Times in Salisbury reported. (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 15:05:59 GMT)
Crawford's lawyer asks for dismissal in 27-year-old case
John Bradley Crawford, who is accused of the 1980 murder and abduction of 6-year-old Alexander Glanz, was before Judge Overton Harris Tuesday as his lawyer argued for a motion to dismiss and a motion in limine. (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 15:15:28 GMT)
Detroit mayor's attorney says witnesses refusing to appear at removal hearing, urges subpoenas
DETROIT (AP) _ Three lawyers are refusing to testify next week at a removal hearing for Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick, possibly harming his ability to defend himself, the mayor's attorney says. (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 16:06:22 GMT)
SC panel won't touch FG lawyer; senators call for disbarment
The Supreme Court panel tasked to probe the alleged improprieties committed by justices of the Court of Appeals in the handling of the Manila Electric Co. board election row will not touch Jesus Santos, a lawyer of First Gentleman Jose Miguel Arroyo, as it has not sought an extension of its hearings. (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 16:34:32 GMT)
Judge to strike down parkland sale, attorney says
ASHEVILLE – The judge hearing a lawsuit challenging Buncombe County’s sale of parkland near City Hall to a local developer is preparing to strike down the land sale, an attorney for plaintiffs says. (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 17:04:40 GMT)
Attorney Who Stole From Clients Could Get Life In Prison
HOUSTON -- Prosecutors want to send a personal injury attorney who stole from clients to prison for life, KPRC Local 2 reported Thursday. Steven Bearman pleaded guilty to stealing more than $1.5 million. (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 17:41:01 GMT)
Attorney General: York County man an alleged Internet predator
A Hanover-area man accused of sending photos of his genitals over the Internet to three people he thought were underage girls has been charged by the state Attorney General's Office. (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 18:00:06 GMT)
Attorney asks judge to release murder suspect
The attorney for a man found incompetent to stand trial for his ex-girlfriend’s death has asked a judge to release him from jail because he isn’t getting treatment to restore his competency. (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 18:54:11 GMT)
Attorney General: Otoe Commissioners Broke State Laws
The Otoe County commissioners violated open meetings laws during a commissioner meeting that led to the layoff of seven county employees, said Nebraska Attorney General Jon Bruning. (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 19:37:16 GMT)
New state attorney Corey announces top assistant
Freshly elected Angela Corey announced today that the city's military affairs director will be her chief assistant state attorney. Dan McCarthy will take over the position from Jay Plotkin, who Corey defeated Tuesday in the 4th Circuit state attorney's race. Corey replaces longtime State Attorney Harry Shorstein, who ... (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 19:43:39 GMT)
Mississippi Attorney General To Keep An Eye On Price Gouging
Mississippi's Attorney General sends out a fleet of investigators to precent price gouging. (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 20:00:34 GMT)
Former Lawyer for Detroit Mayor Claims Unpaid Fees
A former lawyer for Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick has filed a lawsuit claiming he's owed about $80,000 in fees stemming from his work after the mayor's text-message scandal surfaced. William Moffitt of Alexandria, Va., on Wednesday filed the lawsuit in Wayne County Circuit Court. (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 20:45:19 GMT)
Madsen gets nine years for lawyer attack
By Erica Bajer The Daily News A 40-year-old Chatham man who brutally assaulted his lawyer was sentenced Thursday to more than nine years in prison. Randy Madsen pleaded guilty to wounding Gudrun Mueller-Wilm in an aggravated assault at her office on April 13. The [...] (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 20:58:31 GMT)
Man from Chatham, Ont., who beat up his lawyer gets nine-year jail sentence
A 40-year-old man from Chatham, Ont., who beat up his lawyer has been sentenced to more than nine years in jail. (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 21:14:57 GMT)
Lawyer's rehab cited at contempt hearing
BRAMPTON - A Toronto lawyer's completion of an alcohol rehab program is a step in the right direction, but not enough to stop a contempt of court hearing, a Peel prosecutor told a court Wednesday. (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 21:43:23 GMT)
Mayor's lawyer says possible witnesses won't testify
Associated Press - August 28, 2008 5:03 PM ET DETROIT (AP) - A lawyer for Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick says Kilpatrick may have trouble defending himself at a hearing next week on whether he... (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 22:07:08 GMT)
Texas Attorney General Says Bible Courses Not Mandatory
The state’s attorney general says public high schools in Texas aren’t required to offer elective Bible courses. (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 23:30:09 GMT)
New York's Attorney General Says Gas Stations Overcharge
Investigators say nearly 25 percent of the New York City gas stations they checked have been illegally charging customers more for paying with their credit cards. New York state Attorney General Andrew M. Cuomo said Thursday that inspectors from his office found the practice at about 30 of the 130 gas stations they visited. (Thu, 28 Aug 2008 23:43:22 GMT)
District attorney gives to police department
The Deer Park Police Department received a check from the Harris County District Attorney’s Office last week to fund the department with a new video recording system for police vehicles. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 02:39:52 GMT)
Mayor's lawyer says possible witnesses won't testify
DETROIT (AP) - A lawyer for Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick says Kilpatrick may have trouble defending himself at a hearing next week on whether he should be removed from office. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 02:42:23 GMT)
Attorney: alderman in clear
NASHUA -- The city attorney's opinion that an alderman doesn't have a conflict of interest concerning the controversial Broad Street Parkway is now available online at www.nashuatelegraph.com. ... (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 04:20:29 GMT)
Obituary: Ira Burdette Coldren Jr.: Prominent Fayette County attorney and civic leader
Ira Coldren Jr., a prominent Fayette County attorney and civic leader who formerly led the Pennsylvania Bar Association, died of natural causes Monday at his home in Uniontown. He was 84. Mr. ... (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 04:23:08 GMT)
Local attorney on ballot
The Clermont County Board of Elections on Friday, confirmed local attorney John McHenry of South Webster has filed his candidacy for state school board and will be offer-ed to voters in the November election. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 04:38:26 GMT)
Attorney seeks end to public matching funds
PHOENIX — An attorney for several current and would-be legislators asked a federal judge Thursday to void a key provision of Arizona's public-financing law. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 07:22:06 GMT)
Attorney asks judge to release murder suspect
The attorney for a man found incompetent to stand trial for his ex-girlfriend’s murder has asked a judge to release him from jail because he isn’t getting treatment to restore his competency. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 07:25:52 GMT)
Mandeville city attorney involved in crash; had drink to 'calm' down
An accident involving Mandeville City Attorney David Cressy and a 21-year-old man just over a week ago is raising eyebrows. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 07:42:36 GMT)
Douglas County state's attorney will not file charges in alleged puppy mill case
DECATUR - A rural Arthur man who turned over dozens of animals to authorities in a raid of an alleged puppy mill last week will not face criminal charges, Douglas County State's Attorney Kevin Nolan said Thursday. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 07:43:55 GMT)
Lawyer says evidence will clear Peters
The lawyer who will present Winston Peters' evidence to the Serious Fraud Office inquiry says he already knows there is no case to answer. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 08:33:35 GMT)
Lawyer casts doubt over strip search account
WATERLOO REGION (Aug 29, 2008) -- A lawyer for local police argued yesterday that a strip search alleged by a man arrested for public drunkenness would have taken a "conspiracy" of officers. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 08:38:48 GMT)
Attorney general King: America needs McCain
While the national spotlight shone on Democratic presidential nominee Barack Obama Thursday, Alabama Attorney General Troy King spoke up for presumptive Republican nominee John McCain during a visit to Huntsville. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 09:19:53 GMT)
Lawyer beaten, man gets prison
CHATHAM -- A Southwestern Ontario lawyer's attacker is behind bars, but Gudrun Mueller-Wilm says she still fears for her life. Randy Madsen, 40, pleaded guilty yesterday to aggravated assault, admitting he brutally beat Mueller-Wilm, his former defence lawyer. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 09:33:55 GMT)
Judge denies sanctions against county attorney
AMES, Iowa (AP) - A judge has overturned an application for sanctions filed by an assistant state public defender against the Story County attorney's office. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 09:50:09 GMT)
Haneef to seek compensation, lawyer confirms
A lawyer representing Mohamed Haneef says his client will be seeking compensation after the Australian Federal Police today officially dropped the Indian-born doctor as a person of interest. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 10:21:00 GMT)
LAWYER GONE WILD
Cormac Cullinan is a treat. Not like any lawyer or environment expert you've ever met. And I don't mean the thick black hair, easy laugh, sparkling black eyes and what I'll restrict myself to calling film-star looks. I'm talking abou... (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 10:32:53 GMT)
Ethics Complaint Filed Against State Agency Lawyer
A state grievance panel has filed a complaint that could lead to discipline or disbarment of Maureen Duggan, a state agency lawyer who posed as an anonymous parking lot attendant when she wrote a letter in 2004 that led to the firing of then-state ethics chief Alan S. Plofsky. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 10:57:10 GMT)
Houston lawyer's thievery gets him 35 years
Former personal injury lawyer Steven Bearman was sentenced to 35 years in prison Thursday for stealing money from clients and then stealing from a law firm that hired him as he awaited trial on the earlier charge. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 11:28:30 GMT)
Attorney says Bell's father attacked her
An attorney for Mychal Bell claims Bell's father attacked her Wednesday after a hearing with the Louisiana High School Athletic Association. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 11:47:52 GMT)
Bismarck Attorney Trying to Run for District Judge, Supreme Court ---
A Bismarck attorney says he`ll try to force Secretary of State Al Jaeger to give him a spot on the ballot. Robert V. Bolinske wants to run for North Dakota Supreme Court justice or a judgeship in the state`s South Central district. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 12:28:45 GMT)
Lawyer: Man involved in SC quint hoax was just 16
BEAUFORT, S.C. (AP) - The lawyer for a man who authorities say ran a scam with his girlfriend where they claimed to be pregnant with quintuplets says his client was 16 when he was arrested and shouldn't be tried as an adult. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 12:55:22 GMT)
District attorney investigating injury to girl, 9
NORTHBRIDGE - The Worcester district attorney's office wants residents who know anything about what happened to a 9-year-old girl struck by an object Saturday to contact police. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 12:55:25 GMT)
Casey Anthony heads to attorney's office
Casey Anthony is heading to her attorney's office in Kissimmee this morning. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 14:56:14 GMT)
Frederick Co. State's Attorney & Unpaid Child Support
State's Attorney Charlie Smith's ex-wife is taking him to court for unpaid child support. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 15:27:16 GMT)
Attorney, Bounty Hunter Now Say Casey Anthony Staying Home
There was a surprising change of plans late Friday morning when Casey Anthony's attorney announced, with bounty hunter Leonard Padilla at his side, that Padilla will not be taking Casey Anthony back to jail, something he'd been insisting as recently as 30 minutes earlier. GEORGE FREAKS OUT: See Images | Watch Raw Video PLANS CHANGE: Attorney, Bounty Hunter Announce Change In Plans VIDEO REPORT: ... (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 16:20:15 GMT)
Berkeley lawyer gets year in prison
The massive fraud case involving Berkeley Premium Nutraceuticals ended today when the company's in-house lawyer was sentenced to one year in prison. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 18:19:57 GMT)
Harper lawyer dismisses expert opinion filed by Liberals in Cadman libel case
OTTAWA - An expert opinion that compares Stephen Harper's libel case against the Liberals to one of the biggest scandals in Canadian history should be tossed out of court, says the prime minister's lawyer. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 18:59:00 GMT)
Ex-private eye, lawyer, convicted of conspiracy
Former Hollywood private eye Anthony Pellicano and his entertainment lawyer co-defendant were convicted Friday of charges linked to the wiretapping of billionaire investor Kirk Kerkorian's former wife in a child support battle. Pellicano and attorney Terry... (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 19:08:38 GMT)
Private eye Anthony Pellicano, attorney Christensen convicted of wiretap plot
They were accused of monitoring the phone calls of Kirk Kerkorian's ex-wife in a child support case. The federal jury verdicts give a green light to a slew of pending civil lawsuits. Private investigator Anthony Pellicano and attorney Terry Christensen were convicted today of conspiring to illegally wiretap the ex-wife of billionaire Kirk Kerkorian. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 19:09:27 GMT)
10TV, ONN, Dispatch To Host Ohio Attorney General Debate
The three candidates for Ohio Attorney General agree to an October debate that will be televised on 10TV and ONN. Get details. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 19:18:51 GMT)
Pellicano, attorney convicted of wiretap plot
They were accused of monitoring the phone calls of Kirk Kerkorian's ex-wife in a child support case. Private investigator Anthony Pellicano and attorney Terry Christensen were convicted today of conspiring to illegally wiretap the ex-wife of billionaire Kirk Kerkorian. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 19:28:16 GMT)
Federal jury convicts former Hollywood private eye, lawyer, of conspiracy in wiretapping case
LOS ANGELES - A jury has convicted former Hollywood private eye Anthony Pellicano and entertainment lawyer Terry Christensen of federal wiretapping conspiracy charges. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 19:34:04 GMT)
Door Named in Suit by Losing Attorney General Candidate
Franklin County Clerk Debbie Door said she isn't surprised that Margaret Donnelly, who lost her bid for attorney general in the Democratic primary, has requested a recount. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 20:05:28 GMT)
Former cop likely to file civil suit, attorney says
CORUNNA - Attorney Dean Yeotis said he expects to file a civil lawsuit on behalf of a former Corunna police officer who claims he was fired. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 20:14:44 GMT)
Ex-private eye, lawyer, convicted of conspiracy
Fri, Aug 29, 2008 (12:54 p.m.) A jury has convicted former Hollywood private eye Anthony Pellicano and entertainment lawyer Terry Christensen of federal wiretapping conspiracy charges. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 20:15:10 GMT)
Jury convicts private eye, lawyer of wiretapping
A jury convicted former Hollywood private eye Anthony Pellicano and entertainment lawyer Terry Christensen on Friday of federal wiretapping and conspiracy charges. Read comments (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 20:25:54 GMT)
Ex-private eye, lawyer, convicted of conspiracy
Former Hollywood private eye Anthony Pellicano and his entertainment lawyer co-defendant were convicted Friday of charges linked to the wiretapping of billionaire investor Kirk Kerkorian's former wife in a child support battle. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 20:28:05 GMT)
Pellicano, lawyer convicted of conspiracy
A jury has convicted former Hollywood private eye Anthony Pellicano and entertainment lawyer Terry Christensen of federal wiretapping conspiracy charges. Both men face up to 10 years in federal prison. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 20:28:41 GMT)
Co-defendant in Pa. collar-bomb case to plead guilty to conspiracy next week, attorney says
ERIE, Pa. - A defense attorney says his client will plead guilty to conspiracy in a bizarre 2003 bank robbery that led to the collar-bomb death of a Pennsylvania pizza delivery man. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 20:33:45 GMT)
Prosecutors act to revoke former attorney's probation
McHenry County prosecutors are asking a court to rescind the probation sentence former Cary village attorney John Roth received in 2006 after his conviction for possession of child pornography. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 20:39:08 GMT)
Private Eye Pellicano,Lawyer Guilty Of Wiretapping
Former Hollywood private eye Anthony Pellicano and entertainment lawyer Terry Christensen were convicted Friday of federal wiretapping and conspiracy charges for tapping the phones of billionaire Kirk Kerkorian's ex-wife during a child support dispute. Pellicano and Christensen, both 64, both face up to 10 years in federal prison and $500,000 in fines when they are sentenced Nov. 17 by U.S. ... (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 20:41:46 GMT)
Detective to stars, attorney guilty of wiretapping
A private detective who once worked for Hollywood stars and a prominent attorney were convicted on Friday of federal wiretapping and conspiracy charges in a case stemming from billionaire Kirk Kerkorian's bitter child support dispute. (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 22:34:20 GMT)
Attorney general sets up hotline to report price gouging
More than 150 calls and emails have come into the Louisiana attorney general's office complaining of possible price gouging today and Thursday -- most related to a spike in gas prices. "We’ve received calls and/or e-mails from Houma to Shreveport," Attorney General Buddy Caldwell said today. Investigators from the attorney (Fri, 29 Aug 2008 23:36:22 GMT)
Peters' lawyer has 'cordial' meeting with SFO
Winston Peters' lawyer today had a "cordial" meeting with the Serious Fraud Office and left saying he had confidence in the top-level investigation into NZ First finances. (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 00:02:10 GMT)
Ex-private eye, lawyer, convicted of conspiracy
Former Hollywood private eye Anthony Pellicano and his entertainment lawyer co-defendant were convicted Friday of charges linked to the wiretapping of billionaire investor Kirk Kerkorian's former wife in a child support battle. (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 00:28:03 GMT)
Town attorney Joerger gives notice
Carl Joerger gave the town his 30-day notice, terminating his $5,000 per month contract as town attorney, at Wednesday's Pahrump Town Board meeting. (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 00:29:26 GMT)
Private eye, lawyer convicted in wiretap case
A federal jury convicted former Hollywood private eye Anthony Pellicano and lawyer Terry Christensen of charges linked to wiretapping. (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 00:51:49 GMT)
Mayor, City Attorney At Odds Over Contract
TONTITOWN — Mayor Joe Edgmon says he wants a contract from Tontitown City Attorney Mark Dossett. (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 02:32:14 GMT)
Lawyer speaks out about Haneef's plans
Dr Mohamed Haneef won't be pursuing compensation until the Clarke Inquiry into his case is concluded, his lawyer says. Dr Haneef was arrested at Brisbane airport on July 2, 2007, as he boarded a plane for Bangalore. (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 03:19:54 GMT)
Co-defendant in Pa. collar-bomb case to plead guilty to conspiracy next week, attorney says
ERIE, Pa. (AP) _ A defense attorney says his client will plead guilty to conspiracy in a bizarre 2003 bank robbery that led to the collar-bomb death of a Pennsylvania pizza delivery man. (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 03:23:46 GMT)
Lawyer admits taking $2.5 million from clients
PROVIDENCE — A Cranston lawyer who handles real-estate closings has admitted to stealing more than $2.5 million from homeowners who were refinancing or buying new homes, the state’s chief disciplinary counsel said yesterday. (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 03:32:00 GMT)
MS Attorney General Calls On Entergy To Expose Business Practices
Attorney General Jim Hood wants Entergy to turn the lights on and expose their business practices. Earlier this month he asked the company for information about price adjustments and fuel purchase operations. Thursday Entergy asked a federal judge to intervene. (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 03:56:56 GMT)
Beaufort County lawyer wants client tried as a juvenile
The lawyer for a man who authorities say ran a scam with his girlfriend in which she claimed to be pregnant with quintuplets says his client was 16 when arrested and shouldn’t be tried as an adult. Attorney Lee Bowers showed Juan Salvador Solis’ Mexican birth certificate at a hearing Thursday, The Beaufort Gazette reported. A judge asked for more evidence before she would rule. Bowers wants ... (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 04:09:49 GMT)
Lawyer's life, career run like clockwork
It seems only natural that Kenny Krawcheck just moved his office into an old Broad Street house built by a watchmaker. As the Charleston lawyer himself is the first to admit, you could set your watch by him. (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 04:13:24 GMT)
District Attorney Craig Watkins seeks approval for Discovery Channel exoneration special
The Discovery Channel's fascination with Dallas County continues. District Attorney Craig Watkins is asking county commissioners for permission to allow a film crew inside his offices to shoot a two-hour Discovery Channel program about his efforts to free the innocent with preserved DNA evidence. (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 04:29:59 GMT)
Lawyer for Detroit Mayor Seeks to Delay Hearing
DETROIT, Aug. 29 -- A lawyer for Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick (D) asked a judge Friday to freeze next week's hearing that could remove him from office, and accused Michigan Gov. Jennifer M. Granholm (D) of being too biased to preside over the case. (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 05:30:13 GMT)
Judge cites defense attorney's pattern of behavior in considering removal from case
DECATUR - Associate Judge Lisa Holder White put the bench trial of Steven R. Simpkins, 19, on hold on Friday while she considers a motion by the prosecution to discharge his attorney, Mark Bradley, for being ineffective counsel. (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 05:45:10 GMT)
Fresno County to pay attorney fees
Fresno County must pay $46,000 in attorney fees to two scrap metal recyclers that successfully challenged ordinances aimed at cutting down on metal theft. (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 06:11:55 GMT)
Attorney Friednash switching firms
Attorney Doug Friednash is leaving Fairfield & Woods to join Greenberg Traurig's litigation group. (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 06:18:13 GMT)
Documents will clear Peters, says lawyer
Lawyer Peter Williams QC says he is confident information passed to the Serious Fraud Office (SFO) on Saturday will produce a rapid clearance of his high-profile client, New Zealand First leader Minister Winston Peters. (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 06:53:20 GMT)
Lawyer says documents will quickly clear New Zealand FM
New Zealand First leader Minister Winston Peters' lawyer Peter Williams said he was confident that information passed to the Serious Fraud Office (SFO) on Saturday will produce a rapid clearance of his client Peters. "I'm very confident that there will be an absolute clearance for Mr. Peters in a relatively short period of time," he said following a "cordial" meeting with two SFO staff, the New ... (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 08:17:02 GMT)
Attorney wants comments tossed
Abeberell Satterfield’s attorney, Alfredo Parrish, wants conversations between his client and the athletic department officials not to be used in criminal proceedings. (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 08:30:51 GMT)
Berkeley lawyer imprisoned
The massive fraud case involving Berkeley Premium Nutraceuticals ended Friday when the company's in-house lawyer was sentenced to one year in prison. (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 09:26:41 GMT)
Ex-private eye, lawyer guilty in wiretap case
LOS ANGELES – Former Hollywood private eye Anthony Pellicano and his entertainment lawyer co-defendant were convicted yesterday of charges linked to the wiretapping of billionaire investor Kirk Kerkorian's former wife in a child-support battle. (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 10:20:17 GMT)
State's Attorney: Hells Angels started bar brawl that led to shooting
The Meade County State’s Attorney said Friday that members of the Hells Angels initiated a bar scuffle that led to the shooting of one of club’s members at the Loud American Roadhouse in Sturgis earlier this month. (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 10:23:28 GMT)
Jury convicts private eye, lawyer in wiretap case
LOS ANGELES -- A federal jury convicted former Hollywood private eye Anthony Pellicano and prominent entertainment lawyer Terry Christensen on Friday of charges linked to the wiretapping of billionaire investor Kirk Kerkorian's former wife in a child support battle. (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 11:40:37 GMT)
Lawyer from Clinton appointed to replace retiring circuit judge
CHICAGO – A Clinton lawyer has been named to fill the seat of former DeWitt County Judge Stephen Peters. Peters retired from the state Supreme Court's 6th Judicial Circuit July 31. (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 12:03:25 GMT)
Lawyer from Clinton appointed to replace retiring circuit judge
CHICAGO – A Clinton lawyer has been named to fill the seat of former DeWitt County Judge Stephen Peters. Peters retired from the state Supreme Court's 6th Judicial Circuit July 31. (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 12:09:36 GMT)
Haneef waiting to sue: lawyer
MOHAMED HANEEF won't be pursuing compensation until the Clarke Inquiry into his case is concluded, his lawyer said yesterday. (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 13:43:15 GMT)
Attorney General won’t prosecute Sheriff Hedges
Sheriff Pat Hedges, who is being sued by one of his top-ranking deputies for allegedly violating his constitutional rights, won’t face criminal charges for eavesdropping on the officer, the state Attorney General’s Office announced last week. (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 14:26:38 GMT)
Former Syrian VP sentenced to hard labour: lawyer
A military court in Damascus has sentenced former Syrian vice president turned opposition leader Abdel Halim Khaddam to hard labour for life, a lawyer involved in the case told AFP on Saturday. (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 14:45:35 GMT)
RI lawyer admits $2.5M theft from clients
A Cranston lawyer has admitting stealing more than $2.5 million from clients who were refinancing or buying new homes. (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 16:31:46 GMT)
RI lawyer admits to stealing more than $2.5 million from clients
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) - A Cranston lawyer has admitted to stealing more than $2.5 million from clients who were refinancing or buying new homes. The Rhode Island Supreme Court disbarred Pasquale A. Scavitti III on Wednesday after his attorney said Scavitti had stolen the money from 12 homeowners. The 46-year-old Scavitti, who handled real estate closings, took amounts ranging from about ... (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 16:34:17 GMT)
Former cop likely to file civil suit, attorney says
CORUNNA - Attorney Dean Yeotis said he expects to file a civil lawsuit on behalf of a former Corunna police officer who claims he was fired. (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 17:09:18 GMT)
Pellicano, lawyer convicted of illegal wiretap
Private investigator Anthony Pellicano and prominent entertainment lawyer Terry Christensen were convicted Friday of conspiring to illegally wiretap the ex-wife of billionaire Kirk Kerkorian. Christensen, who was an attorney for investor and casino mogul... (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 17:59:15 GMT)
Former Syrian VP sentenced to hard labour: lawyer
DAMASCUS (AFP) A military court in Damascus has sentenced former Syrian vice president turned opposition leader Abdel Halim Khaddam to hard labour for life, his lawyer told AFP on Saturday. (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 18:10:50 GMT)
Attorney General Bob McDonnell to lead State Republican Delegation
RICHMOND, Va. (WAVY.com) -- Virginia Attorney General Bob McDonnell will serve as chairman of the state's delegation to the Republican National Convention in Minneapolis-St. Paul. (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 18:16:40 GMT)
Berkeley attorney sentenced to prison
CINCINNATI, Aug. 30 (UPI) -- The last of the sentences has been handed down in the Berkeley Premium Nutraceuticals fraud case, with the firm's attorney prison-bound. (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 19:13:49 GMT)
Attorney Gerneral's Office Warns of Email Scam During Hurricane Gustav
Baton Rouge, La.--Attorney General Buddy Caldwell’s Office has been contacted about suspicious emails circulating asking people to “confirm” their bank account information prior to the landfall of Hurricane Gustav. (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 19:39:16 GMT)
Berkeley attorney sentenced to prison
The last of the sentences has been handed down in the Berkeley Premium Nutraceuticals fraud case, with the firm's attorney prison-bound.The Cincinnati Enquirer reported Saturday that in-house attorney Paul Kellogg, a long-time friend of Berkeley founder Steve Warshak, was convicted of money laundering and obstructing the proceedings of a federal agency.The newspaper reported that Kellogg is the ... (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 19:39:48 GMT)
Court: Lawyer makes graphic motion
NEW YORK, Aug. 30 (UPI) -- A lawyer allegedly sparked a brawl in a New York bar after he dropped his pants and made a urinating motion, court documents say. (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 21:00:28 GMT)
Court: Lawyer makes graphic motion
A lawyer allegedly sparked a brawl in a New York bar after he dropped his pants and made a urinating motion, court documents say.Court papers allege Brendan Relyea, a 30-year-old Legal Aid lawyer, tried to urinate in the bar July 10 after becoming frustrated with a long line for the site's bathroom, the New York Post reported Saturday.Shortly after the alleged incident, Relyea and fellow Legal ... (Sat, 30 Aug 2008 21:06:04 GMT)
Lawyer admits $2.5M theft from clients
CRANSTON, R.I. -- A Cranston lawyer has admitting stealing more than $2.5 million from clients who were refinancing or buying new homes. The Rhode Island Supreme Court disbarred Pasquale A. Scavitti III on Wednesday after his attorney said Scavitti had stolen the money from 12 homeowners. (Sun, 31 Aug 2008 01:53:12 GMT)
TH attorney helps mold Republican Convention platform
While delegates have a vote during a national convention, Terre Haute attorney James R. Bopp Jr. has a much more involved role as part of a committee that has molded the official platform for the Republican National Convention at Minneapolis/St. Paul. (Sun, 31 Aug 2008 03:15:57 GMT)
Judge cites defense attorney's pattern of behavior in considering removal from case
DECATUR - Associate Judge Lisa Holder White put the bench trial of Steven R. Simpkins, 19, on hold on Friday while she considers a motion by the prosecution to discharge his attorney, Mark Bradley, for being ineffective counsel. (Sun, 31 Aug 2008 05:15:05 GMT)
Attorney general cracking down on price gouging
The attorney general's office has workers out and about making sure price gouging isn't taking place at the pumps or hotels. (Sun, 31 Aug 2008 06:04:56 GMT)
Lawyer laught off call
31 August 2008 Winston Peters' lawyer is laughing-off a call for his client to reveal all the donations made to New Zealand First in the past 15 years. (Sun, 31 Aug 2008 07:09:20 GMT)
Bernstein retires after 28 years in Monroe County District Attorney's Office
A veteran prosecutor is retiring from the Monroe County District Attorney's Office. (Sun, 31 Aug 2008 07:10:05 GMT)
Unserved warrants Job 1 for 2 Dem county attorney hopefuls
Each week leading up to Tuesday's primary election, The Republic is posing a question to the two Democratic candidates, Tim Nelson and Gerald Richard, who are vying to face Republican incumbent Andrew Thomas in the Maricopa County attorney's race. (Sun, 31 Aug 2008 07:51:27 GMT)
Inmate death under investigation by district attorney
The Harris County District Attorney’s Office is investigating a case in which an inmate died while in the custody of the Baytown Police Department (BPD). (Sun, 31 Aug 2008 08:08:47 GMT)
State's Attorney: Hells Angels started bar brawl that led to shooting
The Meade County State’s Attorney said Friday that members of the Hells Angels initiated a bar scuffle that led to the shooting of one of club’s members at the Loud American Roadhouse in Sturgis earlier this month. (Sun, 31 Aug 2008 08:20:37 GMT)
Pellicano and Lawyer Convicted In Wiretapping Case
Anthony Pellicano, a private investigator who once worked for Hollywood stars, and a prominent lawyer, Terry N. Christensen, were convicted Friday in the wiretapping of the ex-wife of the investor Kirk Kerkorian in a child-support case Check out the LawFuel Jobs Network at http://www.lawfuel.com/law-jobs.asp (Sun, 31 Aug 2008 09:20:58 GMT)
Lawyer seeks a late entry into race for judgeships
A lawyer plans to ask the North Dakota Supreme Court to help him run for state district judge or Supreme Court justice this fall, saying Secretary of State Al Jaeger will not accept his petitions to get on the ballot. (Sun, 31 Aug 2008 09:24:51 GMT)
District attorney gives to police department
The Deer Park Police Department received a check from the Harris County District Attorney’s Office last week to fund the department with a new video recording system for police vehicles. (Sun, 31 Aug 2008 09:37:49 GMT)
Attorney from Chester County helps forge GOP's national security policy
For one Chester County Republican, the GOP convention started a week early in Minneapolis-St. Paul. Attorney Jim McErlane spent days over the past week with 18... (Sun, 31 Aug 2008 10:06:21 GMT)
Attorney making late bid to run for N.D. judgeships
BISMARCK (AP) - An attorney plans to ask the North Dakota Supreme Court to help him run for state district judge or Supreme Court justice this fall, saying Secretary of State Al Jaeger will not accept his petitions to get on the ballot. (Sun, 31 Aug 2008 10:09:55 GMT)
Documents will clear Peters, says lawyer
Lawyer Peter Williams QC says he is confident information passed to the Serious Fraud Office (SFO) on Saturday will produce a rapid clearance of his high-profile client, New Zealand First leader Minister Winston Peters. (Sun, 31 Aug 2008 10:23:09 GMT)
Lawyer penalized for professional misconduct
WHITBY -- A Whitby lawyer has had his licence revoked and has been ordered to pay more than $200,000 in compensation and other costs after being found guilty of several instances of professional ... (Sun, 31 Aug 2008 12:13:55 GMT)
Attorney General won’t prosecute Sheriff Hedges
Sheriff Pat Hedges, who is being sued by one of his top-ranking deputies for allegedly violating his constitutional rights, won’t face criminal charges for eavesdropping on the officer, the state Attorney General’s Office announced last week. (Sun, 31 Aug 2008 15:01:36 GMT)
Sudanese accused of U.S. killing are extremists:lawyer
Five Sudanese men accused of murdering a U.S. aid worker are religious extremists who plotted to attack foreigners at New Year's Eve gatherings, Sudanese prosecutors told a court on Sunday. (Sun, 31 Aug 2008 15:54:26 GMT)
Lawyer withdraws application, backs Chiranjeevi
The Kadappa-based lawyer, who was in the news for approaching the Election Commission for registration of a political party bearing the same name as Chiranjeevi's Praja Rajyam, announced his support to the actor. (Sun, 31 Aug 2008 16:06:34 GMT)
Ft. Worth attorney cited for kissing
Fort Worth attorney Jerry Loftin is accused of kissing a court reporter in the 249th District Courtroom, located in Cleburne’s Guinn Justice Center, on Aug. 11. (Sun, 31 Aug 2008 17:57:18 GMT)
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