Attorney News Dec 2009
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Blagojevich lawyer hoping to get Obama to testify
Lawyers for former Gov. Rod Blagojevich today sought early access to an interview of President Barack Obama by federal investigators as the defense weighs whether to try to call Obama as a witness in Blagojevich's trial next year. Blagojevich's lawyer, Sam Adam Jr., said he realizes it would be an uphill battle to get a sitting president to testify. Obama was questioned by investigators after ... (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 03:34:41 GMT)
Republicans back John Walsh for U.S. attorney
Prominent Republicans are favoring Denver lawyer John Walsh III for the job of Colorado's U.S. attorney and have written letters supporting his nomination to Democratic Sen. Mark Udall. (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 08:22:01 GMT)
Fort Hood massacre suspect Maj. Nidal Hasan out of intensive care: attorney
The Army psychiatrist charged in last month's deadly shooting at Fort Hood has been moved from a hospital's intensive care unit to a private room, his attorney said Wednesday. (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 15:50:00 GMT)
Lawyer: 2010 Jon & Kate Divorce Likely
Jon Gosselin's Lawyer Calls Divorce Decree 'work In Progress,' Expects It Finalized In 2010 (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 16:00:06 GMT)
Attorney: Fort Hood suspect recovering
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) -- The Army psychiatrist charged in last month's deadly shooting at Fort Hood has been moved from a hospital's intensive care unit to a private room, says his attorney. Maj. Nidal Hasan remains under guard at Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio and is rehabilitating from wounds that left him paralyzed from the waist down, said attorney John Galligan. He said he was ... (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 16:14:07 GMT)
Senate committee OKs Santelle as U.S. attorney
The U.S. Senate's Judiciary Committee on Thursday approved the confirmation of James Santelle to be the next U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Wisconsin, according to a Senate staffer. The full Senate must act on the nomination by President Barack Obama, but there has been no indication of opposition to the confirmation of Santelle, who is currently an assistant U.S. attorney. The ... (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 16:17:10 GMT)
Ex-US Attorney Backs Denver Lawyer For The Job
Former U.S. Attorney Troy Eid is supporting Denver lawyer John Walsh III to become the next U.S. attorney for Colorado now that President Barack Obama's nominee has withdrawn. Eid, a Republican, wrote a letter to Democratic Sen. Mark Udall backing Walsh, a former federal prosecutor in Los Angeles. Former Republican state Sen. Norma Anderson says she also has written Udall to endorse Walsh. (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 16:37:52 GMT)
Brokers’ Lawyer Says Finra Understated Offer to Firms in Merger
Dec. 17 (Bloomberg) -- A lawyer for securities firms suing the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority said sealed documents show its executives understated how much they could pay brokers in the 2007 merger that created the oversight body. (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 16:39:43 GMT)
NC woman accused of hiding mother's corpse for 7 months asks for attorney, declines to comment
WILMINGTON, N.C. - A woman accused of hiding her elderly mother's corpse for seven months in the family's North Carolina home asked Thursday for a court-appointed defense attorney. (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 17:03:07 GMT)
Ex-US attorney backs Denver lawyer for the job
Former U.S. Attorney Troy Eid is supporting Denver lawyer John Walsh III to become the next U.S. attorney for Colorado now that President Barack Obama's nominee has withdrawn. Eid, a Republican, wrote a letter to Democratic Sen. Mark Udall backing Walsh, a former federal prosecutor in Los Angeles. Former Republican state Sen. Norma Anderson says she also has written Udall to endorse Walsh. Walsh ... (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 17:11:35 GMT)
House Lawmakers Turn To U.S. Attorney For DiMasi-Related Bills
Several House lawmakers are turning to the U.S. Attorney's office for more information about $378,000 of bills related to the federal corruption case against former Speaker Salvatore DiMasi. (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 17:14:03 GMT)
Tiger's Wife, Elin Nordegren, Hires Celebrity Divorce Lawyer
LOS ANGELES -- There are numerous reports that Tiger Woods' wife, Elin Nordegren, is consulting L.A. based divorce lawyer Sorrell Trope. (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 17:34:49 GMT)
Attorney General's office to hold Rotterdam seminar on holiday scams targeting elderly
ROTTERDAM -- The state Attorney General's office will hold a presentation in Rotterdam Friday morning for elderly citizens to help them avoid falling for popular holiday scams. (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 17:41:05 GMT)
Yoo torture controversy ensnares state lawyer
Critics of John Yoo, the author of the Bush administration's so-called torture memos, want a lawyer in state Attorney General Jerry Brown's office to drop his plans to teach a constitutional law class with the UC Berkeley professor next semester. "By... (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 17:50:27 GMT)
Free speech argument a "possible avenue": UK lawyer
Making claims based on non-conclusive but still substantial science is a "possible avenue" since denying a 'maybe' claim may challenge free speech rights, says a UK lawyer. (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 17:59:04 GMT)
Lawyer: Myanmar-American weak after hunger strike
A jailed U.S. citizen who was on hunger strike for more than a week in military-ruled Myanmar attended his trial Friday looking thin and weak, his lawyer said. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 12:33:03 GMT)
Lawsuit claims Memphis attorney bit off man's nose
A Memphis attorney bit off part of a man's nose during a fight in a restaurant bathroom. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 14:54:18 GMT)
David Goldman seeks Brazil attorney general's backing in custody fight
RIO DE JANEIRO — A Monmouth County man fighting for custody of his 9-year-old son has asked Brazil's attorney general to join his battle before the nation's Supreme Court, and officials said today they are studying the request. Patricia Apy,... (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 15:26:59 GMT)
Fla. gov: No reason to refuse lawyer's donations
Florida's governor says he saw no reason to investigate a South Florida lawyer charged with operating a $1 billion Ponzi scheme or refuse his political contributions. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 15:54:58 GMT)
Charges against doctor unrelated to Tiger: lawyer
The lawyer for a doctor who has treated Tiger Woods says the superstar golfer is in no way linked to the charges that Dr. Anthony Galea faces. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 16:02:33 GMT)
N.J. Attorney General Anne Milgram says state Senate Dems gut witness-intimidation resolution
Steve Hockstein/For The Star-LedgerNew Jersey Attorney General Anne Milgram at a press conference in July.TRENTON -- Attorney General Anne Milgram accussed state Senate Democrats of gutting a resolution to prevent witness intimidation in an editorial released today. The resolution would... (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 16:26:59 GMT)
Source: Christie to name Essex Co. prosecutor as state attorney general
TRENTON — A source says Republican Gov.-elect Chris Christie has chosen a Democrat to be New Jersey's next attorney general. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 16:29:53 GMT)
Christie names Essex County prosecutor as attorney general
TRENTON — New Jersey Gov.-elect Chris Christie announced his first Cabinet selection on Tuesday, choosing a career prosecutor and former colleague as his nominee for attorney general. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 16:30:43 GMT)
Galea Never Prescribed Performance-Enhancing Drugs, Lawyer Says
Dec. 18 (Bloomberg) -- Anthony Galea, a Toronto sports doctor who treated golfer Tiger Woods, never prescribed performance-enhancing drugs, his lawyer, Brian Greenspan, told reporters in Toronto today. Greenspan confirmed Galea treated Woods on several occasions. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 16:31:09 GMT)
Fla. Gov. Charlie Crist : No reason to refuse lawyer's donations
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. - Florida's governor says he saw no reason to investigate a South Florida lawyer charged with operating a $1 billion Ponzi scheme or refuse his... (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 17:08:26 GMT)
Galea Didn’t Prescribe Banned Drugs, Lawyer Says (Update1)
Dec. 18 (Bloomberg) -- Anthony Galea , a Toronto sports doctor who treated golfer Tiger Woods , never prescribed performance-enhancing drugs, his lawyer, Brian Greenspan , said. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 17:13:28 GMT)
Scott Rothstein's attorney: Don't auction his photos
Scott Rothstein's attorney said that he will try to prevent the sale of photos of the disbarred attorney and politicians that lined his office walls. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 17:47:50 GMT)
Doctor's lawyer: no link to Tiger Woods
TORONTO — The lawyer for a sports doctor who has treated Tiger Woods says the superstar golfer is in no way linked to the drug-related conspiracy charges Dr. Anthony Galea faces. Galea, 51, is facing four charges related to the unapproved drug known... (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 18:07:54 GMT)
Greene not treated at DMC, lawyer says
Slain exotic dancer Tamara Greene was never treated at a Detroit Medical Center hospital in 2002, a hospital lawyer said today. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 18:09:14 GMT)
Attorney for Corpus Christi port seeks sworn testimony from Kostelnik, mayor, others
CORPUS CHRISTI —The attorney hired to review the eligibility of Bob Kostelnik to serve as a port commissioner filed a request Friday seeking to question Kostelnik, the mayor and other city officials under oath.Attorney Tony Canales filed the request in 117th District Court to take depositions from Kostelnik, Mayor Joe Adame, City Secretary Armando Chapa, City Manager Angel Escobar and interim ... (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 18:13:00 GMT)
US Attorney: Bruno likely to do prison time
The U.S. attorney who convicted former New York Senate leader Joseph Bruno on corruption charges says the once-powerful Republican will likely face jail time. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 18:23:45 GMT)
Memphis attorney sued for allegedly biting off portion of man's nose
A Memphis attorney is being sued for biting off a portion of a man’s nose at a Midtown restaurant.In a lawsuit filed this week by Greg Herbers, local trial attorney Mark Lambert is accused of biting off part of Herbers' nose during a fight last June at Dish on the corner of South Cooper and Young.The dispute at Dish started when Herbers entered the bathroom around 9 p.m. and noticed the one ... (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 18:27:00 GMT)
Co-accused in Stafford slaying to plead not guilty: lawyer
The lawyer for the man charged with first-degree murder and kidnapping in Victoria Stafford's slaying says her client will plead not guilty when the case goes to trial. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 18:32:27 GMT)
Former attorney sentenced to prison
A former attorney was sentenced Tuesday to serve eight days to 12 months in prison on a charge of recklessly endangering another person. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 18:37:16 GMT)
Sports doctor's charges not linked to Tiger Woods, lawyer says
Tiger Woods is in no way linked to the drug-related criminal charges brought against a Canadian sports doctor who treated the superstar golfer, the doctor's lawyer said Friday. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 18:39:00 GMT)
Fla. gov: No reason to refuse lawyer's donations
Florida's governor says he saw no reason to investigate a South Florida lawyer charged with operating a $1 billion Ponzi scheme or refuse his political contributions. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 18:58:47 GMT)
Elin hires divorce lawyer as Tiger hush deal revealed
Details emerged Friday about a 2007 deal between Tiger Woods and a US magazine to keep his extramarital affairs quiet, while Elin Woods reportedly hired a famed Hollywood divorce lawyer. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 19:47:47 GMT)
Lawyer says doctor's charges not linked to Tiger
TORONTO (AP) — Tiger Woods is in no way linked to the drug-related criminal charges brought against a Canadian sports doctor who treated the superstar golfer, the doctor's lawyer said Friday. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 19:59:57 GMT)
Salahi lawyer: Fake watch was gift from brother
Remember the watch that Tareq Salahi handed over in court to satisfy a debt to a landscaper? The one that turned out to be a cheap knock-off? His lawyer now says it was a gift from Salahi's brother. "It is what it is," David W. Silek told our colleague James Hohmann on Friday. "It was a gift to... (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 22:41:39 GMT)
SF attorney: A's move to San Jose would hurt SF
San Francisco City Attorney Dennis Herrera is calling on Major League Baseball not to allow the Oakland Athletics to move to San Jose, saying it would hurt San Francisco financially. Herrera sent a stern letter to baseball commissioner Bud Selig on Thursday expressing "grave concern" about a move and saying he would do everything possible to protect the city's interests. (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 00:02:35 GMT)
A San Francisco City Attorney says A's move to San Jose would hurt the Giants
San Francisco City Attorney Dennis Herrera is calling on Major League Baseball not to allow the Oakland Athletics to move to San Jose, saying it would hurt San Francisco financially. (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 01:22:57 GMT)
Attorney sued after biting off part of man's nose
A Memphis attorney bit off part of a man's nose during a fight in a restaurant bathroom. A lawsuit filed by Greg Herbers claims attorney Mark Lambert attacked him last June after Herbers asked two men in a bathroom stall to get out so that he could use it. (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 02:11:45 GMT)
Karzai Government Will Prosecute Two Ministers, Attorney Says
Dec. 19 (Bloomberg) -- The government of Afghan President Hamid Karzai , under pressure from the U.S. to reduce official corruption, will prosecute two cabinet ministers for graft “in the near future,” the attorney general said. (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 05:36:11 GMT)
Contrary to report, Psystar not shutting down, lawyer says
Although Mac clone maker Psystar has turned off the lights at its Web site, the firm is not shutting down permanently, the company's lawyer said today. (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 11:31:24 GMT)
Killer's attorney wants state executions blocked
BATON ROUGE — An attorney for a condemned killer alleged Thursday that Louisiana's rules governing execution by lethal injection are "vague" and "superficial," and he wants a Baton Rouge judge to block all executions in the state until changes are made. (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 12:35:06 GMT)
Contrary to report, Psystar not shutting down, lawyer says
Although Mac clone maker Psystar has turned off the lights at its Web site, the firm is not shutting down permanently, the company's lawyer said today. Contrary to a report on Thursday by the Dow Jo... (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 12:57:03 GMT)
Lawyer’s Death In Russian Prison Sparks Haunted Anger
Sergei Magnitsky, a lawyer for a London-based fund that was once the biggest in Russia, wrote to his mother of wasting away from an agonizing illness without proper medical care in a crowded Moscow prison. He was awaiting trial for tax-evasion charges. But Magnitsky eventually died in prison, just 11 days after his last letter reached his mother. Magnitsky's story has hit a nerve in Russia ... (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 16:03:56 GMT)
Lawyer: Woods not linked to doctor's drug charges
TORONTO: Tiger Woods is in no way linked to the drug-related criminal charges brought against a Canadian sports doctor who treated him, a lawyer said yesterday. (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 16:50:24 GMT)
Judge rejects Carmel's motion to disqualify attorney
A judge Friday slapped down the city of Carmel's motion to disqualify attorney Michael Stamp from representing Jane Kingsley Miller in her sexual harassment and age-discrimination lawsuit against the city. (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 17:32:27 GMT)
Source: Christie to name Essex Co. prosecutor as state attorney general
TRENTON — A source says Republican Gov.-elect Chris Christie has chosen a Democrat to be New Jersey's next attorney general. (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 18:01:23 GMT)
Christie names Essex County prosecutor as attorney general
TRENTON — New Jersey Gov.-elect Chris Christie announced his first Cabinet selection on Tuesday, choosing a career prosecutor and former colleague as his nominee for attorney general. (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 18:02:14 GMT)
Columbus Attorney, former Mayor Frank Martin stricken by stroke
Columbus Attorney and former mayor Frank Martin is being treated at St. Francis Hospital after suffering a mild stroke Friday morning . (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 18:02:59 GMT)
Lawyer: Woods not linked to doctor's drug charges
TORONTO: Tiger Woods is in no way linked to the drug-related criminal charges brought against a Canadian sports doctor who treated him, a lawyer said yesterday.Dr Anthony Galea, 51, is facing four charges related to the unapproved... (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 18:22:32 GMT)
Baucus: Girlfriend merited US attorney nomination
WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Finance Committee Chairman Max Baucus defended recommending his girlfriend for appointment as Montana’s U.S. attorney, saying Saturday his one-time staff member and the former state prosecutor is “highly qualified” but eventually withdrew her nomination. (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 18:43:28 GMT)
Lawyer Dana Friedman spreads holiday cheer by doubling as Santa Claus
Some people have hobbies. Personal injury lawyer Dana Friedman has a seasonal alter ego. Every year, the Bayside father begins growing out his beard in July. By October, he's watching the film "Miracle on 34th Street" in preparation of his transformation. (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 00:04:00 GMT)
Austin lawyer wins posthumous bout with legendary O'Quinn
Austin lawyer wins posthumous bout with legendary O'Quinn (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 01:50:04 GMT)
Baylor recognizing longtime Lufkin attorney as 2009 'Lawyer of the Year'
A dedicated Lufkin trial lawyer has been named the 2009 Baylor Lawyer of the Year by Baylor Law School, an honor his colleagues said was more than deserved. (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 05:38:17 GMT)
Attorney general probing company with connections to Rand
North Carolina's top prosecutor is investigating state purchases from a politically connected surveillance gear maker. Attorney General Roy Cooper has opened a probe into purchases from Law Enforcement Associates, according to news reports Saturday. (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 06:23:25 GMT)
Shorewood attorney charged for alleged sex with a minor
A Shorewood attorney has been charged with allegedly having sex with a 15-year-old boy. Charges were filed Monday, Dec. 14, against attorney Aaron F. Biber, 46, who works in Minneapolis. (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 07:31:46 GMT)
Q&A with White Plains defense lawyer Mayo Bartlett
Attorney Mayo Bartlett runs a litigation law firm in White Plains that takes on criminal, civil rights and personal injury cases. The Greenburgh resident talks about his experience as both a prosecutor and defense lawyer. (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 07:39:30 GMT)
Shorewood attorney charged for alleged sex with a minor arrested in Eden Prairie
A lawyer from Shorewood has been charged with having sex with a 15-year-old boy. Charges were filed Monday, Dec. 14, against attorney Aaron F. Biber, 46, who works in Minneapolis. (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 08:20:32 GMT)
Pak: Lawyer files petition against Zardari verdict
A lawyer filed a petition on Saturday in Pakistan's Supreme Court challenging any move to reopen graft cases in other countries against President Asif Ali Zardari on the ground that he enjoyed immunity under the constitution. (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 10:38:43 GMT)
Baucus: Girlfriend merited US attorney nomination
WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Finance Committee Chairman Max Baucus defended recommending his girlfriend for appointment as Montana’s U.S. attorney, saying Saturday his one-time staff member and the former state prosecutor is “highly qualified” but eventually withdrew her nomination. (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 11:51:30 GMT)
Attorney sued after biting off part of man's nose
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A Memphis attorney bit off part of a man's nose during a fight in a restaurant bathroom. A lawsuit filed by Greg Herbers claims attorney Mark Lambert attacked him last June after Herbers asked two men in a bathroom stall to get out so that he could use it. (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 12:23:58 GMT)
China to try prominent dissident on Wednesday: lawyer
Chinese prosecutors will put Liu Xiaobo, one of the country's best-known dissidents, on trial on subversion charges on Wednesday in Beijing, Liu's lawyer and wife said on Sunday. (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 12:55:16 GMT)
Ex-commissioner stirs up pot for county attorney
Nassau County Attorney David A. Hallman has accused a former county commissioner of lobbying for his dismissal. (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 13:52:03 GMT)
Detained lawyer Arriola seeks temporary release
Joseph Aldan Arriola, a lawyer who is facing charges of wire fraud and money laundering, has asked the federal court to allow him to post bail. Arriola, through court-appointed counsel Steven Pixley, requested the U.S. District Court for the NMI to release him to a third party custodian. (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 14:15:26 GMT)
Union Manufacturer Referred to Attorney General for Violations
A Union manufacturer has been referred to the state attorney general's office after investigation into illegal storage of hazardous waste. (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 14:36:35 GMT)
Planet Election Guide: With expertise in hand, attorney wants to join back in
Jenny Russell is an attorney, boater and runner who has lived and played in Telluride since 1995. As she’s carved out a life here, she has also accrued a bit of experience with town government. (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 14:43:05 GMT)
TAYLOR: City files lawsuit to force its attorney to step down
TAYLOR — In a move initiated by Mayor Jeffrey Lamarand, the city has filed a lawsuit to remove Edward Plato as city attorney. (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 15:25:32 GMT)
DeLeo will name independent attorney to review of legal expenses
House Speaker Robert DeLeo, under pressure fromlawmakers who have brought legislating to a halt this week as they push for an explanation of legal expenses in connection with former Speaker Salvatore DiMasi's corruption case, announced late Tuesday that he'll name an independent attorney to review the House's legal contract with Gargiulo/Rudnick. (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 15:49:15 GMT)
Lawyer charged with DUI
SOUTHBURY — A lawyer who represents a large condo project in Northwestern Connecticut was charged with drunken driving Friday after police observed him drive unsafely. (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 16:13:02 GMT)
Lawyer stands by decision to defend Ampatuan Jr.
MANILA, Philippines - Philip Sigfrid Fortun, the lawyer of Andal Ampatuan Jr., said he is standing by his decision to defend the principal suspect in the gruesome massacre in Maguindanao province last November 23. (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 16:40:26 GMT)
Lawyer wins $46 million settlement
AUSTIN, Texas, Dec. 20 (UPI) -- A Texas lawyer won a posthumous $46 million judgment against an attorney known for winning cases involving breast implants, tobacco and drugs, authorities said. (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 04:44:29 GMT)
No need for another legal aid study: N.B. lawyer
A lawyer is criticizing the New Brunswick government for launching the third report into Legal Aid in three years, when the previous reports had called for more funding that has not been delivered. (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 11:32:31 GMT)
Lawyer for former top cop in the dock
By Debra Chong KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 21 — The Sessions Court here today finally heard the trial of lawyer Rosli Dahlan, who is implicated in an ongoing corruption case against former senior cop, Datuk Ramli Yusuff. Rosli, 48, a partner in Lee Hishammuddin Allen & Gledhill, is accused of hiding information on his assets under Section 32 (1) (b) of the Anti-Corruption Act 1997. His trial was ... (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 12:29:21 GMT)
New gay publication for South Florida launched by Fort Lauderdale attorney
New gay publication for South Florida launched by Fort Lauderdale attorney (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 13:51:02 GMT)
Broward attorney launching gay newspaper
Broward criminal defense attorney Norm Kent, who began Express Gay News in 1999 and sold it four years later to Window Media, which renamed it South Florida Blade and suddenly shut down last month, will start a new gay newspaper in January. (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 14:03:51 GMT)
Austin lawyer wins posthumous bout with legendary O'Quinn
The estate of legendary Houston lawyer John O'Quinn, killed in a one-car accident in October, has agreed to pay $46.5 million to almost 3,500 former clients, ending a legal scrap begun 10 years ago by Austin lawyer Terry Scarborough. (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 14:58:45 GMT)
Attorney sued after biting off part of man's nose
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) -- A Memphis attorney bit off part of a man's nose during a fight in a restaurant bathroom. A lawsuit filed by Greg Herbers claims attorney Mark Lambert attacked him last June after Herbers asked two men in a bathroom stall to get out so that he could use it. (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 15:47:31 GMT)
Psystar Lawyer Says Company Not Shutting Down
After some brief downtime, Psystar's Web site is back up, and the company's lawyer is reportedly dismissing any suggestion that the Mac clone maker is closing up shop. (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 15:48:57 GMT)
Contrary to report, Psystar not shutting down, lawyer says
Although Mac clone maker Psystar has turned off the lights at its Web site, the firm is not shutting down permanently, according to the company's lawyer. (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 15:54:52 GMT)
Tennessee lawyer Mark Lambert bites off part of Greg Herbers' nose during fight over bathroom stall
A lawyer got his nose bent out of shape during an altercation over an occupied bathroom stall -- and retaliated by chomping off part of a man's schnoz. (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 16:28:00 GMT)
Indiana Attorney General files lawsuit against VIM Recycling in Elkhart
ELKHART -- Indiana Attorney General Greg Zoeller has filed a lawsuit against VIM Recycling Inc. and has asked the court to require the company to cease its open dumping of wood waste and to remove waste materials and debris. (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 16:44:54 GMT)
MI attorney general files suit with Supreme Court over Asian carp
Attorney General Mike Cox filed a lawsuit Monday with the nation's highest court. It says the ravenous carp would threaten thousands of jobs if they get into the lakes. (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 17:00:45 GMT)
Lawyer's ID theft case adjourned to February
Syracuse, NY - The grand larceny and identity theft case against local lawyer Bonnie Strunk was adjourned today for two months for the argument of motions. (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 17:02:18 GMT)
Lawyer demands release of e-mails from city attorney
By Brian Hughes Staff Writer A lawyer specializing in open-records law sent a letter Friday to the city’s attorney demanding the release of e-mails Florence officials labeled “personal” and refused to produce in accordance with a TimesDaily open-record request. (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 17:08:26 GMT)
Attorney general files suit against VIM
The Indiana attorney general has filed a lawsuit against VIM Recycling, Inc. (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 17:10:26 GMT)
Supervisor's lawyer wants promise from prosecutors
PHOENIX -- The lawyer for indicted Maricopa County Supervisor Mary Rose Wilcox wants prosecutors in County Attorney Andrew Thomas' office to promise not to accuse the judge hearing the case of civil or criminal conspiracy. Thomas's office has indicted Wilcox on 36 counts including conflict of interest, perjury, forgery and false swearing. She is due for arraignment in Pima County on Monday ... (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 18:02:01 GMT)
Noted Houston attorney Joe Reynolds dies
Houston attorney Joe Reynolds, who was one of the last survivors of two deadly battles in World War 2 and Korea, died in Houston Saturday (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 18:03:57 GMT)
So You Think You Can Dance: Shane Sparks Attorney Says Molestations Charges Are Bogus
As reported last Friday, So You Think You Can Dance choreographer, Shane Sparks, was arrested on eight counts of child molestation. Well, apparently he posted bail on Saturday night and is now focused on damage control. Keep reading to hear what his attorney had to say regarding the charges… “Shane Sparks is innocent, he knows it and soon the [...] SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "So You Think You ... (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 18:12:06 GMT)
Lawyer wants Miriam barred from running in 2010 polls
A lawyer has moved for the disqualification of Senator Miriam Defensor Santiago from joining the 2010 elections because of her alleged “unsound mind. (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 18:12:24 GMT)
Columbus attorney Mark Shelnutt files motion asking for attorney's fees and expenses
Columbus attorney Mark Shelnutt filed a motion last week asking a federal judge to award him attorney fees and expenses, arguing that prosecutors waged a “baseless, vexatious, frivolous, bad faith, harassing and stubborn” case against him. (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 18:31:30 GMT)
In FedEx Fee Fight Case, Judge Finds Lawyer Solicited Cash From Clients
Meeting a client at McDonald's to pick up $15,000 in cash has landed San Francisco plaintiffs lawyer Waukeen McCoy in serious trouble. After settling part of a civil rights claim against FedEx, McCoy solicited cash payments from three plaintiffs above and beyond his contractual fees, according to a federal district court judge who previously dismissed McCoy's entire fee application and imposed a ... (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 08:02:49 GMT)
N.L. government afraid of Neville: lawyer
The lawyer for the former child advocate who was fired by a vote of the legislature Monday says the provincial government is afraid of what Darlene Neville has to say. (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 12:24:40 GMT)
France could free Iranian assassin next month: lawyer
French judges could release an Iranian agent jailed for the murder of a former prime minister as early as next month, his lawyer said Tuesday, after France accused Tehran of seeking a prisoner swap. (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 12:57:27 GMT)
Arroyo lawyer expects dismissal of disqualification cases
The lawyer of President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo said on Tuesday that he expects the Philippines" poll body to dismiss cases disallowing his client from seeking a congressional seat in 2010. (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 13:28:26 GMT)
Attorney convicted in sex scandal denied appeal
The attorney who was tried and convicted of squeezing money out of men his wife slept with was arrested by Bexar county Sheriff's deputies again Monday night. That's when 53-year-old Ted Roberts' appeal was denied. Roberts was convicted of second degree felony Theft $100,000 to $200,000 after his March 2007 jury trial. He was sentenced to five years in prison. His wife, Mary Roberts, also an ... (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 14:05:16 GMT)
Frozen Patient's Attorney Wants Pa. Health Records
The attorney for a family of a dementia patient who froze to death on a Pittsburgh hospital rooftop last December wants a judge to force state Health Department officials to turn over records from a follow-up inspection. (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 14:12:59 GMT)
Attorney: Army Prohibits Maj. Nidal Hasan's Prayers
A defense attorney for the Army psychiatrist charged in the deadly shooting at Fort Hood says the Army has prohibited his client from praying in Arabic with his family. (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 15:32:34 GMT)
Lawyer: NYer Faces New Charges In AG Threat Case
The lawyer for a man accused of making threatening comments about New York Attorney General Andrew Cuomo says his client has been indicted on additional charges. Bryan Cameron said Monday he did not know what the new charges were against Jack Geoghan. He said Geoghan, of Bayport, could be arraigned sometime this week. (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 15:34:52 GMT)
Attorney: Accused Fort Hood Gunman Not Allowed To Pray
Accused Fort Hood gunman Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan isn’t being allowed to pray in Arabic with his family, according to his attorney. (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 15:39:45 GMT)
Attorney Benjamin Eichholz scheduled to change plea in embezzlement case
Indicted Savannah attorney Benjamin Eichholz is expected to plead guilty next week to his 77-count federal indictment for embezzling money from employee retirement and pension plans. Eichholz, 58, has pleaded not guilty to the charges and, through his lawyers, has challenged the government’s case. (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 15:52:22 GMT)
Ind. attorney general sues lumber recycling plant
Indiana's attorney general is suing a northern Indiana lumber recycling plant with a history of environmental and worker-safety violations. (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 16:01:54 GMT)
Conway attorney charged with indecent exposure
A Conway attorney faces two charges that he exposed himself twice at his law office, according to arrest warrants filed last month by Conway police. (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 16:39:20 GMT)
Ind. attorney general sues lumber recycling plant
Indiana's attorney general is suing a northern Indiana lumber recycling plant with a history of environmental and worker-safety violations. The lawsuit filed Monday in Elkhart County seeks preliminary and permanent injunctions to halt open dumping of wood... Indiana - Elkhart County Indiana - United States - Attorney general - Business (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 16:42:33 GMT)
Detectives asking for public's help in shooting death of L.A. attorney
Sheriff's homicide detectives on Monday asked the public's help in solving the shooting death of a prominent Los Angeles attorney outside his home. (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 16:46:50 GMT)
Rally challenge for Scots lawyer
A Scottish lawyer quits his day job for a month to take part in the world's toughest endurance race, the Dakar Rally. (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 17:00:32 GMT)
Attorney: Accused Fort Hood Gunman Not Allowed To Pray
The Central Texas attorney who represents the Army psychiatrist charged in the deadly shooting rampage at Fort Hood says the Army has prohibited his client from praying in Arabic with his family. (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 17:21:39 GMT)
Ex-lawyer imprisoned for extorting wife's lovers
Associated Press - December 22, 2009 12:35 PM ET SAN ANTONIO (AP) - A 53-year-old former San Antonio lawyer has begun serving a 5-year prison sentence for extorting money from his wife's... (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 17:51:16 GMT)
Ex-lawyer imprisoned for extorting wife's lovers
A 53-year-old former San Antonio lawyer has begun serving a five-year prison sentence for extorting money from his wife's lovers (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 17:51:18 GMT)
Former Texas Lawyer Sentenced For Extorting Wife’s Lovers
A former Texas lawyer has started serving a prison sentence for extorting money from his wife’s lovers. (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 18:09:25 GMT)
Accused EMTs' lawyer decries 'rush to judgment'
The lawyer for two New York City emergency medical technicians accused of refusing to help a dying pregnant woman says his clients are being vilified by a rush to judgment. (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 19:59:55 GMT)
Karzai Government Will Prosecute Two Ministers, Attorney Says
The government of Afghan President Hamid Karzai, under pressure from the U.S. to reduce official corruption, will prosecute two cabinet ministers for graft “in the near future,” the attorney general said. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 02:45:47 GMT)
Lawyer: Hasan forbidden to pray in Arabic
SAN ANTONIO, Dec. 22 (UPI) -- The Army major charged with fatally shooting 13 people at Fort Hood in Texas has been barred from praying in Arabic on the telephone, his lawyer says. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 03:29:05 GMT)
Acquitted of Money Laundering, Defense Attorney Sets Sights on Legal Fees
Lawyers for defense attorney J. Mark Shelnutt have asked a federal judge to reimburse him for more than $225,000 in legal fees, claiming federal prosecutors "lacked any legal or factual basis" for the drug, money-laundering and bribery charges of which Shelnutt has been cleared. Judge Clay Land has excoriated federal prosecutors for making "sweetheart plea deals" with drug dealers to support ... (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 05:10:48 GMT)
Rajaratnam Lawyer Opposes Request for Summer Trial on Galleon
Dec. 23 (Bloomberg) -- A lawyer for Raj Rajaratnam , the billionaire Galleon Group LLC founder accused of insider trading, urged a judge not to “rush” the case by scheduling a summer trial that would “compromise” his defense. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 06:11:10 GMT)
Vietnam charges lawyer with subversion
Vietnam has charged Le Cong Dinh, an outspoken human rights lawyer, with trying to overthrow the state, a crime that could incur the death penalty. The charges accuse Mr Dinh with “colluding with Vietnamese reactionary groups and hostile forces in exile” to bring down the Vietnamese state. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 08:58:13 GMT)
Fired chief, attorney get $100K from W. Pa. town
BLAIRSVILLE, Pa. - A former police chief and his attorney have been paid $100,000 to settle the chief's wrongful firing lawsuit against a Western Pennsylvania borough. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 09:52:00 GMT)
Russian Supreme Court Annuls Lebedev’s Arrest Order, Lawyer Says
Russia’s Supreme Court annulled a Moscow judge’s 2003 order to arrest Platon Lebedev, the former business partner of jailed OAO Yukos ex-owner Mikhail Khodorkovsky, a lawyer for Lebedev said. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 10:27:47 GMT)
Gay lawyer claim$ bias
A lesbian lawyer yesterday sued her former firm for $50 million, saying she suffered "repulsive harassment and discrimination" because she wore men's shirts and "does not fit into typical feminine stereotypes." Julie Kamps said "one or more" par... (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 12:21:11 GMT)
Lesbian Lawyer Sues Firm for $50
A lesbian lawyer is suing her former firm for $50 million, saying she endured "repulsive harassment and discrimination" because of her sexual orientation. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 13:22:13 GMT)
GOP attorney generals, including Alabama's Troy King, probe health care deal
Attorney General Henry McMaster said he and his counterparts in Alabama, Colorado, Michigan, North Dakota, Texas and Washington state -- all Republicans -- are jointly taking a look at the deal they've dubbed the "Nebraska compromise." (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 14:47:53 GMT)
Spare police killers life, attorney asks jurors
Jackson Chambers Daniels Jr. was carrying out a vendetta when he murdered two Riverside police officers 27 years ago, a prosecutor told a jury Monday. But now that Daniels has spent nearly 30 years in prison, justice would not be served by executing him, his defense attorney argued. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 14:50:10 GMT)
Vietnam Charges Lawyer With Capital Crime
The charge of subversion against a U.S.- educated human rights lawyer intensifies a crackdown on dissent in advance of a Communist Party Congress. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 15:03:52 GMT)
Attorney Identifies Suspended Enid Police Officers
Attorney Scott Wood of Tulsa says he now represents Enid Police Capts. Dean Grassino and Tom Nichols after they were suspended and are being investigated. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 17:28:23 GMT)
Area lawyer appointed as bankruptcy judge
A San Diego lawyer has been appointed the newest bankruptcy judge for the court that serves San Diego County and Imperial County. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 17:57:14 GMT)
Utah's U.S. attorney to become partner in law firm
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) - Utah's outgoing U.S. attorney says the next chapter of his legal career will include helping corporations avoid prosecution for running afoul of the law. Brett Tolman's last day as Utah's top federal prosecutor is Dec. 31. Tolman told The Associated Press on Tuesday he'll become a partner at the law firm Ray Quinney & Nebeker in January. He says his practice will focus on ... (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 17:58:03 GMT)
Utah's U.S. attorney to become partner in law firm
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) - Utah's outgoing U.S. attorney says the next chapter of his legal career will include helping corporations avoid prosecution for running afoul of the law. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 18:00:12 GMT)
Dallas Attorney Steve DeWolf to Co-Author Upcoming Book on Texas Wind Energy Law
DALLAS – Dallas attorney and wind energy developer Steven K. DeWolf soon can say he literally has written the book on wind energy law in Texas . Mr. DeWolf recently signed on with publisher LexisNexis-Matthew Bender to co-author an upcoming book on legal issues surrounding wind energy. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 18:14:55 GMT)
US attorney to become partner in Utah law firm
For Utah's outgoing U.S. attorney, the next chapter of his legal career will include preventing corporations from running afoul of the law. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 20:28:31 GMT)
Lawyer Says T.I. Is Out of Prison
A lawyer for the rapper T.I. said his client had been released on Tuesday from a federal prison in Arkansas, where he was serving a sentence for weapons violations. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 22:22:51 GMT)
Vietnam lawyer on subversion charge
A lawyer in Vietnam is charged with working to overthrow the state - a more serious charge than he initially faced. (Thu, 24 Dec 2009 06:01:05 GMT)
Centennial's attorney says medical pot is allowed in most cases, except for retail settings
The possession and consumption of medical marijuana is permitted by Centennial's Land Development Code in almost every circumstance, except for retail settings, the city's attorney testified Wednesday in Arapahoe County District Court. (Thu, 24 Dec 2009 08:13:56 GMT)
Lawyer: Adams' brother won't surrender in NIreland
A brother of Sinn Fein leader Gerry Adams will not voluntarily surrender to Northern Ireland police to face 23 charges of sexually assaulting his daughter for years, his lawyer said Thursday. (Thu, 24 Dec 2009 12:42:11 GMT)
UN tribunal rejects Karadzic's bid to fire lawyer
The Yugoslav war crimes tribunal has rejected Radovan Karadzic's attempt to fire his court-appointed lawyer. (Thu, 24 Dec 2009 14:33:36 GMT)
LA Police Commission IG nominated for US attorney
Andre Birotte, the inspector general for the Los Angeles Police Commission, has been nominated to be the U.S. attorney for the Central District of California. (Thu, 24 Dec 2009 16:34:57 GMT)
President nominates Hartunian as next U.S. attorney in Syracuse
Syracuse, NY -- President Barack Obama has nominated Albany attorney Richard S. Hartunian as the next U.S. Attorney in charge of the Syracuse office, according to a news release. (Thu, 24 Dec 2009 17:02:04 GMT)
LAPD's inspector general to be next U.S. attorney for Southern California
Andre Birotte Jr, the inspector general of the Los Angeles Police Department, has been nominated by President Barack Obama to be the next U.S. attorney for the district that covers Southern California, the White House announced Thursday. (Thu, 24 Dec 2009 17:16:50 GMT)
Lawyer: Madoff had dizziness, high blood pressure
A lawyer for the hospitalized Bernard Madoff says his client has experienced dizziness and high blood pressure. (Thu, 24 Dec 2009 17:17:14 GMT)
Yates Nominated for U.S. Attorney
ATLANTA (AP) President Barack Obama has nominated SallyQuillian Yates to serve as the U.S. attorney for the Northern District of Georgia. (Thu, 24 Dec 2009 17:19:14 GMT)
Yates nominated for US Attorney in north Ga.
ATLANTA - President Barack Obama has nominated Sally Quillian Yates to serve as the U.S. attorney for the Northern District of Georgia. Yates has been the acting U.S. attorney for the region since her predecessor, David Nahmias, resigned after he was appointed to Georgia's Supreme Court in August. (Thu, 24 Dec 2009 17:25:43 GMT)
Oregon attorney general victim of theft
PORTLAND, Ore., Dec. 24 (UPI) -- Oregon Attorney General John Kroger said a thief stole his official badge and law enforcement credentials from his locked car in Portland. (Thu, 24 Dec 2009 17:29:21 GMT)
LAPD inspector general nominated to be U.S. attorney
André Birotte Jr., who has served as inspector general of the Los Angeles Police Commission since 2003, has been nominated by President Obama to be U.S. attorney for the Central District of California. (Thu, 24 Dec 2009 17:33:31 GMT)
Lawyer: Madoff Had Dizziness, High Blood Pressure
A lawyer for the hospitalized Bernard Madoff says his client has experienced dizziness and high blood pressure. The Bureau of Prisons said Thursday that the 71-year-old disgraced financier remains under medical care for a seventh day. Prison officials have declined to reveal why he was transferred from a North Carolina federal prison to a hospital. (Thu, 24 Dec 2009 17:42:10 GMT)
President Obama nominates new local U.S. Attorney
President Obama has nominated a new U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of New York, which includes Syracuse to Albany and points northward. (Thu, 24 Dec 2009 17:49:14 GMT)
Lawyer: Madoff had dizziness, high blood pressure
BUTNER, N.C. - A lawyer for the hospitalized Bernard Madoff says his client has experienced dizziness and high blood pressure. The Bureau of Prisons said Thursday that... (Thu, 24 Dec 2009 17:53:26 GMT)
Lawyer: Madoff had dizziness, high blood pressure
A lawyer for the hospitalized Bernard Madoff says his client has experienced dizziness and high blood pressure. (Thu, 24 Dec 2009 18:05:48 GMT)
Lawyer: Madoff had dizziness, high blood pressure
BUTNER, N.C. (AP) — A lawyer for the hospitalized Bernard Madoff says his client has experienced dizziness and high... (Thu, 24 Dec 2009 18:22:48 GMT)
Obama taps local lawyer for fed judge
President Obama on Thursday nominated Cincinnati lawyer Timothy Black to be a judge on the U.S. District Court for Southern Ohio. (Thu, 24 Dec 2009 18:35:35 GMT)
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