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Sikeston Lawyer Joseph C. Blanton, Jr. Honored with Prestigious Fellowship at National Legal Event

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Nashville, TN — In a prestigious nod to his professional excellence, Missouri attorney Joseph C. Blanton, Jr. has been inducted as a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers, one of the legal profession’s most respected associations comprising the top one percent of lawyers in the United States. The induction ceremony took place at the college’s annual meeting on September 28 in Nashville, Tennessee, underscoring a milestone achievement in Blanton’s distinguished career. Blanton, a partner at the law firm of Blanton, Nickell, Collins, Douglas, Hanschen & Peters LLC, has been practicing law across Southeast … Read more

Joseph L. Shetler Appointed to Cole County’s 19th Judicial Circuit Bench

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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — In a recent judicial appointment, Missouri Governor Mike Parson has named Joseph L. Shetler as the new judge for the 19th Judicial Circuit, which predominantly serves Cole County. This appointment fills the vacancy left by Christopher K. Limbaugh, who was promoted to circuit judge earlier. Joseph Shetler is the founder of Shetler Law, LLC, a firm with a strong focus on estate planning, probate law, and business transactions. His extensive legal experience is complemented by his educational background, which includes a Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts from Conception Seminary College … Read more

Oklahoma Man Convicted of Sexual Abuse: Jury Finds Adam Joseph King Guilty in Landmark Case Protecting Cherokee Nation Minor

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TULSA, Okla. – After deliberating for less than two hours, a jury found Adam Joseph King, a 35-year-old man from Pryor, guilty on charges of Aggravated Sexual Abuse of a Minor Under 12 and Abusive Sexual Contact with a Minor Under 12 in Indian Country. The verdict comes after a trial where damning evidence was presented against King, who committed the crimes against a child who is a member of the Cherokee Nation. U.S. Attorney Clint Johnson spoke on the outcome, emphasizing the bravery of the young victim and the importance of cooperation between various … Read more

Sick Juror Delays Deliberations in Joseph Bongiovanni Bribery Trial: Will Alternate Replace?

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Buffalo, New York – The Joseph Bongiovanni bribery and corruption trial took an unexpected turn on Wednesday when jurors were sent home due to a sick juror. U.S. District Judge Lawrence Vilardo acknowledged that even a federal judge cannot prevent someone from falling ill. The trial, which began on April 3 after 24 days of testimony and closing arguments, was set to enter its fifth day of deliberations. Joseph Bongiovanni, a former Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) agent, faces 15 felony charges including accepting bribes, shielding drug traffickers, and lying to investigators. Defense attorneys for Bongiovanni … Read more