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Kelly J. Smith  with two operating while intoxicated convictions in as many years has received a stayed suspension of her law license from a majority of the Indiana Supreme Court Above The Law? Atty Kelly [...]

Disciplinary Counsel Alan D. Pratzel, "advising that there is probable cause to believe respondent, Jeffrey B. Allen, has committed professional misconduct and, therefore, poses a substantial threat of irreparable harm to the public," the order [...]

In late 2016, Christine Biederman, a Dallas lawyer and freelance journalist whose investigation is being followed by a documentary filmmaker, intervened in a two-decade old asbestos suit filed in Travis County, seeking to unearth Budd’s [...]

A criminal defense attorney is responsible for several legal obligations. They are liable to keep information of their clienteles confidential. Role of a Criminal Attorney in the Development of Society They owe zealous defenses of [...]

In his column on Ethics and Criminal Practice, Joel Cohen explores the rationale behind the prohibition of contingency fees in criminal cases, and suggests that perhaps the time has come for a change. Contingency Fee? [...]

The Feds contend Chalmer E. “Chuck” Detling II used “the identities of 36 former clients without their knowledge or authorization in order to apply for and obtain 50 fraudulent litigation advances East Cobb EX-Atty Chalmer E. [...]

“We’re not going to respond to attacks from someone who called the President a ‘f---ing moron,’ ‘f---stik,’ and ‘an insane f---’ and called all Trump supporters, including more than 1.5 million Tennesseans, ‘idiots,’” Sigler said [...]

Attorney Laura Anita Ozols, counsel to a now-convicted murderer in a Riverside cold case, faces disbarment following a California State Bar Court recommendation and she says she doesn't want to be "bugged" about it. Convicted [...]

Clyde Kevin Middleton & seven other individuals and four businesses were accused of being part of a multi-million dollar bath salts, synthetic marijuana and incense distribution network based in Philadelphia and Bloomsburg. Convicted Drug Dealing [...]

Felix DeJean, IV physically confronted him and "chest bumped" Mr. Burget twice, perpetrating a battery upon the District Attorney. Loser & Tough Guy, Attorney Felix DeJean, IV Throws Childish Tantrum In Judges Chamber The Louisiana [...]

"There is no reason for the committee to doubt the credibility of the overwhelming evidence submitted by the office of disciplinary counsel," according to the six-page recommendation issued by LADB Hearing Committee No. 62. Suspended [...]

It is sadly ironic that those we trust to put away criminals are thoroughly unaccountable when their own unethical behavior is discovered. Only a handful of prosecutors have faced meaningful sanctions for deliberate misconduct that [...]

To achieve justice for all in our country, we must work collectively to assure that our court system is strong and that our judiciary remains independent. How lawyers and judges can help rebuild public trust [...]

Ellison allegedly failed to file an appeal for a client, then lied to the client about whether the appeal was filed, according to the court documents. South Bend Attorney Marcus Ellison suspended 1 year for [...]

The suit alleged substantial gender disparities in Proskauer’s partnership, and accused high profile men at the firm—chairman Joseph Leccese and securities partner Ralph Ferrara—of making inappropriate comments about Bertram’s appearance. Proskauer Partner Connie Bertram Receives $50M [...]

“We didn’t have any forewarning about her arrest,” Mize said, adding that he was not allowed under personnel confidentiality rules to say why Bayer went on leave. San Diego Public Defender Andrea Bayer Arrested For [...]

Dillard, a former Florence attorney, faces 20-felony charges which range from human trafficking to sexual abuse and intimidating a witness. Human Trafficking Trial for EX-Attorney Edward “Chip” Dillard Delayed FLORENCE, Ala. – The trial of a [...]

Attorney Mark Thiel, who served on the county school board for 16 years, recently was indicted by a grand jury for allegedly receiving nearly $50,000 from the San Joaquin County Office of Education Attorney Mark Thiel [...]

FBI agents found cocaine in Gallego’s law office during a raid shortly after his arrest, which elicited a puzzled look from Gallego and a vehement objection from his attorney, Joshua Hamilton. FBI Says Indicted Tucson [...]

The president's jab at Sessions came as part of a broader attack on the Department of Justice and a private firm, GPS Fusion to examine possible ties between the Russian government and the Trump campaign.  [...]

Jones-Tucker already has been hit with an ethics complaint from the state Supreme Court’s Advisory Committee on Judicial Conduct in connection with the incident, but has denied violating any ethics rules. Camden EX-Prosecutor Kristina Bryant Sues Judge Christine Jones-Tucker [...]

Seth Carey's law license has been under interim suspension since April because of accusations of sexual abuse. District Attorney Candidate Seth Carey Faces Disbarment For SEXUAL ABUSE AUBURN — Seth Carey, the Republican nominee for district [...]

The new complaint joins the three initial verbal-harassment allegations against Messer. The city agreed to hire a Winter Park law firm as outside counsel to investigate the allegations. Florida City Attorney James Messer Continues to Draw [...]

Attorney Nicole Ellan Foster, admitted to the California bar more than seven years ago, faces disbarment by default following a California State Bar Court recommendation. Disbarment of CA Attorney  Nicole Ellan Foster Recommended by CA [...]

Violations involved his alleged failure to submit a quarterly report, provide proof that he attended ethics school and that he passed the multistate professional responsibility examination San Fransisco Attorney Keith B. Bardellini Receives Stayed Suspension, [...]

"Tindall had several disciplinary matters against him that involved lack of diligence, lack of communication and many trust account violations," Tampa Attorney Nathaniel W. Tindall Has Been Voluntarily Disbarred TALLAHASSEE (Florida Record) — Longtime Tampa [...]

Shazia Nagamia Sparkman allegedly violated professional conduct rules, including those regarding dishonesty, fraud, deceit, or misrepresentation, according to the referee's report.. Tampa Attorney Shazia Nagamia Sparkman to be Publicly Reprimanded For Leaving Staff Unsupervised TALLAHASSEE [...]

"Further, Sabir shall attend ethics school," the state bar said in its July 31 announcement of the discipline and the Supreme Court's order. Miami Attorney Nashid Sabir Publicly Reprimanded by Publication Over Immigrant's Case TALLAHASSEE [...]

Beaumont attorney Brent Coon is implicated in a lawsuit accusing him and his law firm of breaching a nearly 20-year-old agreement, recent Harris County District Court records show. Houston attorney,  L. Boyd Smith, Jr. names [...]

Charles Huston of the Huston Law Office was suspended for noncooperation with an Indiana Supreme Court Disciplinary Commission investigation of a grievance against him. Justices to Suspended Attorney Charles Huston: Pay Fine or Face Prison The [...]

The American Bar Association Standing Committee on Ethics and Professional Responsibility recently reinforced attorneys’ duty to maintain client confidentiality in the context of blogs and social media Ethics Opinion Highlights Confusion Over Online Client Confidentiality [...]

An Indianapolis attorney who was recently diagnosed with a mental health condition has been suspended from the practice of law and must participate in recovery services Indy Attorney Hilary Bowe Ricks Suspended, Ordered to Participate [...]

The Minnesota Supreme Court has ordered a six-month suspension for an attorney's misuse of her stepfather's funds. Misuse Of Trombley's Stepfather's Funds Draws Suspension The Minnesota Supreme Court has ordered a six-month suspension for an [...]

"The court recommends that respondent Keith Alan Kelly be disbarred from the practice of law in the state of California and that his name be stricken from the roll of attorneys," said the eight-page decision [...]

The arrest warrant stated that Lanzon was unsteady on his feet, slurring his speech and refused a field sobriety test and a blood alcohol test. Scott Lanzon, Knoxville Attorney, Charged With DUI & Had Gun in [...]

Attorney Keith Davidson Realized That Suing a Person Opened Him to a Very Uncomfortable Deposition Attorney Keith Davidson Drops Defamation Suit Against Stormy Daniels     Stormy Daniels, also known as Stephanie Clifford, speaks to [...]

“He responded that he could not recall telling me he would have the money back in a week and that he could not meet (the) May 30, 2018 financial deadline,” Maine Attorney Jonathan C. Hull [...]

Jessica Ann Warne, 46, has small law practice near Sacramento State. She was taken away in handcuffs by California Highway Patrol Sacramento Lawyer Jessica Ann Warne Arrested For Setting Fires on I-80 ACRAMENTO (CBS13) – [...]

Fritzsch remains suspended while his case is being reviewed by the Supreme Court Appellate Division, Third Judicial Department. NY Lawyer Craig Fritzsch 'Cries Foul' Instead of Taking Responsibility For His Legal Suspension A Binghamton lawyer said [...]

The bar’s recent efforts to unearth attorneys who have committed crimes will result in more criminal conviction proceedings commenced in the appellate division of the State Bar court. On Appeals: Get Ready for an Uptick [...]

Lay “effectuated this scheme by filing a multi-count, incomprehensible complaint that flouted the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and this circuit’s well-established precedent,” Tjoflat wrote. 11th Circuit Blasts Lawyer Kenneth Lay's 'Shotgun' Lawsuit as Frivolous [...]

Pamela Sue Hediger is charged with theft, identify theft and tax evasion. A prosecutor for the Oregon Department of Justice filed charges against Hediger Former Oregon Attorney Pamela Sue Hediger Facing Felony Theft Charges A [...]

Charles Centinaro passed over plaintiff Melissa Urban in favor of a less-qualified male candidate for the post of first assistant ethics counsel. Office of Attorney Ethics Chief Faces Gender Discrimination Suit From Former Staff Lawyer [...]

Facing two felonies, including operating a lottery and violating election laws, but he claims his opponent Amira Fox is trying to derail his candidacy. Florida AG Candidate Christopher Crowley is Facing Felony Charges in Election (WTXL) [...]

Burnette was charged with aggravated stalking, aggravated stalking with domestic violence, throwing a deadly missile, felony criminal mischief and burglary to an occupied dwelling. FL Atty Barrett Paul Burnette Arrested After Rampage at Ex’s Home [...]

He sat, alone, in a parked Volvo, a .22-caliber pistol pointed at his head, surrounded by suicide notes. Rick Thompson was going to end his life Stalking Charges Put Former U.S. Atty’s, Rick Thompson Career, Freedom [...]

Arrests at Gallego Law Firm, stem from the arrest of a man in January 2017 on drug-trafficking charges at the Nogales Port of Entry. FBI Arrests Tucson Lawyer, Rafael F. Gallego on Obstruction Charges FBI agents [...]