Conduct

Trump Ally Jeffrey Clark Violated Professional Conduct Rules, Faces Disciplinary Action for Aiding in Election Subversion

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Jeffrey Clark, a former Department of Justice official and key ally of former President Donald Trump, has been found to have violated professional conduct rules by assisting in Trump’s efforts to overturn the 2020 election results in Georgia. A three-member ethics panel in Washington, D.C. reached this preliminary decision on Thursday, opening the door for potential disciplinary actions against Clark. The disciplinary counsel is reportedly seeking the revocation of Clark’s law license. Clark, who has been licensed to practice in D.C. since 1997, could face suspension or disbarment. The final decision on … Read more

D.C. Federal Judge Opens Door for Suspended Circuit Judge to Challenge Judicial Conduct Act

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Washington, D.C. – A federal judge in Washington, D.C. has permitted suspended U.S. Circuit Judge Pauline Newman to present arguments regarding the constitutionality of the Judicial Conduct and Disability Act. This latest development is expected to fuel further debate among legal professionals. The Judicial Conduct and Disability Act has been a subject of controversy for some time now, as it governs the behavior of federal judges and the procedures for their disciplining. Critics argue that the act may infringe upon judges’ First Amendment rights and undermine the separation of powers. Under the act, judges are … Read more

Alberta Lawyer Cleared of Code of Conduct Complaint for Tweets During 2022 Convoy Protest

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OTTAWA, Canada – The Law Society of Alberta has recently concluded an investigation into a code of conduct complaint filed almost two years ago against lawyer Keith Wilson. The complaint was in connection with tweets he made during the 2022 convoy protest in Ottawa, Canada. According to a document obtained by Radio-Canada, the law society dismissed the complaint and stated that Wilson had shown remorse for his actions. Keith Wilson was a prominent figure among the demonstrators during the 2022 protests in the nation’s capital. At the time, he was part of the legal team … Read more

Ex-White House Lawyer Slams Trump’s Courtroom Conduct in Defamation Trial

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New York City, NY – Former White House lawyer Ty Cobb has criticized Donald Trump’s behavior in a defamation trial involving magazine columnist E. Jean Carroll. Trump’s disruptive presence in the courtroom led to a reprimand from U.S. District Judge Lewis A. Kaplan. Carroll accused Trump of sexual assault and defamation for denying the allegations. During the trial, Judge Kaplan scolded Trump for his disruptive comments and defiance of orders. Cobb condemned Trump’s courtroom behavior and continuous denial of the assault. He also expressed empathy for Judge Kaplan’s frustration. In the ongoing defamation trial against … Read more