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Francis Joshua Handy Passes at 91: Reflecting on a Storied Career that Bridged Law, Politics, and Global Energy Ventures

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Wellington, New Zealand – The recent passing of Francis Joshua Handy at the age of 91 marks the conclusion of a distinctly illustrious and vibrant career that spanned several decades in New Zealand’s legal and commercial spheres. Born in the more serene environs of South Island and raised in a deeply religious household, Handy’s life trajectory was shaped by a transition from potential ecclesiastical duties to significant legal and economic roles, reflecting a life of complex, yet impactful, secular engagements. Educated at Victoria University where he earned a Master’s in 1957 and later a law … Read more

Top Litigators Joshua Lee and Edward Casmere Join Norton Rose Fulbright, Bolstering Chicago’s Legal Expertise in High-Stakes Litigation

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Chicago, IL – In a significant expansion of its litigation team, Norton Rose Fulbright has welcomed Joshua Lee and Edward Casmere as partners in its Chicago office, where they will also serve as Co-Heads of Litigation and Disputes. Their hiring marks a significant move for the firm, noted for their expertise in product liability, consumer disputes, and environmental mass tort litigation. Lee and Casmere, distinguished for their roles in shaping legal strategies in complex and high-stakes cases, come from Riley Safer Holmes & Cancila, a litigation firm they helped establish in Chicago. Their cumulative decades … Read more

Ex-Judge Joshua Kindred Resigns Amid Scandal Involving Misconduct with Law Clerks and Federal Prosecutors

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Anchorage, AK — Following a judicial council’s investigation, former U.S. District Court Judge Joshua Kindred resigned amid findings of improper conduct with a law clerk and dishonesty in his responses to investigators. His resignation, effective July 3, caps a tumultuous period marked by allegations that he maintained what the council termed an “inappropriately sexualized relationship” with the clerk. The investigation into Kindred, which culminated in a 29-page report released publicly on Monday, detailed numerous instances of professional misconduct. According to the findings, Kindred engaged in behavior that spanned from sexual harassment to creating a hostile … Read more

Unexpected Vacancy: U.S. District Judge Joshua Kindred Steps Down from Alaska Bench

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Anchorage, Alaska – In a sudden yet quiet departure, U.S. District Court Judge Joshua Kindred has resigned from his position in Alaska. His resignation, set to take effect on July 8, was confirmed through a posting on the court’s website though no formal press release was issued. Appointed in 2019 by then-President Donald Trump, Kindred has served the District of Alaska following a career path that bridges both the legal and the oil industries. He earned his law degree from Willamette University College of Law in 2005, after completing his undergraduate studies at the University … Read more