Attorneys

Attorneys Facing Disciplinary Proceedings for Involvement in Frivolous Election Fraud Claims and False Representations

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WASHINGTON (AP) — Three lawyers who were involved in former President Donald Trump’s attempts to challenge the 2020 election results are now facing disciplinary proceedings from the D.C. Bar. Sidney Powell, Howard Kleinhendler, and George T. Conway III are accused of filing “egregiously false claims” about election fraud and violating professional ethics. Powell, who gained notoriety for her involvement in Trump’s failed legal campaign to overturn Joe Biden’s victories in swing states, dubbed her efforts the “Kraken” lawsuits. After her time with Powell, she later represented several defendants associated with the January 6th Capitol insurrection. … Read more

Judge Orders Partial Release of DNA Records in Idaho Murder Trial, Granting Small Victory to Defense Attorneys

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MOSCOW, Idaho – A judge in Idaho’s 2nd Judicial District has issued a late filing regarding the disclosure of information related to the use of advanced DNA technology. The technology in question is investigative genetic genealogy (IGG), which involves using DNA from a crime scene to build a family tree through online genealogy services. This allows investigators to potentially identify suspects connected to crimes. The judge’s order, posted on a repository of court records, grants the defense attorneys representing the accused, Kohberger, access to some of the requested DNA records. The defense team had been … Read more

IRS Investigator Unknowingly Assists in Prosecution of Tax Attorneys and Insurance Agent in Major Fraud Case

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St. Louis, MO – An IRS criminal investigator unwittingly found himself involved in a high-profile tax fraud case. The investigator, whose identity remains undisclosed, recently stepped forward as a volunteer prosecutor against two St. Louis tax attorneys and a North Carolina insurance agent. The case centers around a sweeping tax fraud allegation that implicates the accused individuals. The investigator, initially unaware of the gravity of the situation, unknowingly took upon the responsibility of prosecuting them. The IRS criminal investigator’s inadvertent involvement highlights the complexity and reach of financial crimes. As one of the government’s key … Read more

District Attorneys Warn Nevada: Criminal Justice Reform Puts Safety, Economy, and Tourism at Risk

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Reno, Nevada – Crime is an unfortunate reality that impacts communities on a daily basis. From theft to drugs to hit-and-runs, ensuring the safety of our community requires vigilance. On Thursday night, Fresno County District Attorney Lisa Smittcamp and Washoe County District Attorney Chris Hicks addressed the issue of criminal justice reform during a town hall meeting at the Elks Lodge #597 in Reno. The town hall was organized by Keystone Corporation, a political action committee that supports pro-business candidates throughout the state. District Attorneys Smittcamp and Hicks expressed concerns about Nevada adopting policies similar … Read more