Attorney

Former Trump Attorney Kenneth Chesebro’s Law License Suspended After Guilty Plea in Election Racketeering Case

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NEW YORK — Kenneth Chesebro, a former attorney for Donald Trump, has had his law license suspended in New York, following a guilty plea related to efforts aimed at overturning the 2020 election results in Georgia. This development marks yet another member of Trump’s legal team facing professional repercussions for their actions surrounding the contentious election. On Thursday, a New York appeals court ruled that Chesebro’s acknowledgment of his role in a scheme to submit falsified electoral documents to Congress warranted immediate suspension. Specifically, Chesebro admitted to conspiracy to commit the filing of false documents, … Read more

Former Broward School District Attorney Sentenced for Leaking Grand Jury Secrets on Parkland Shooting Case

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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – A former attorney for the Broward County Public Schools, implicated in the controversial leak of confidential grand jury details related to the 2018 Parkland school shooting, entered a no contest plea to a lesser charge Thursday. Barbara Myrick, the school district’s ex-general counsel, was originally charged with a felony for unlawfully disclosing information from the grand jury but faced a reduced misdemeanor charge of attempted unlawful disclosure of grand jury proceedings. Following her no contest plea, Myrick received a sentence of one year of probation, which a judge declared could end … Read more

David Bowker Celebrates Victory as National Law Journal’s Attorney of the Year 2024

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Washington, D.C. – In a remarkable recognition of his distinguished career, David Bowker has been named the 2024 Attorney of the Year by the National Law Journal. This prestigious accolade underscores Bowker’s extensive impact on the legal field, particularly in the areas of constitutional law, civil liberties, and corporate governance. David Bowker, a seasoned litigator renowned for his prowess in handling complex legal challenges, stands out not only for his legal acumen but also for his unwavering commitment to the principles of justice and equality. Over the years, his expertise has guided major legal decisions … Read more

Tory Lanez Initiates Ethics Investigation Against Former Attorney Citing Conflict with Roc Nation Connections

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Rapper Tory Lanez, born Daystar Peterson, has recently lodged a formal ethics complaint against his former attorney, Jose Baez. The grievance, filed with the New York State grievance committee for lawyers, accuses Baez of a conflict of interest due to his alleged undisclosed ties to the entertainment company Roc Nation. The issue began when Baez, a high-profile attorney known for his representation in several prominent cases, was representing Lanez in his legal battle with fellow artist Megan Thee Stallion. Lanez claimed that during this time, Baez failed to inform him of his business relationship with … Read more