Lawyers

Florida Supreme Court Cracks Down: Ten Lawyers Face Severe Disciplinary Actions for Misconduct

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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — In recent disciplinary actions, the Florida Supreme Court handed down judgments against ten attorneys found guilty of various professional misconducts, which were announced in a news release by the Florida Bar in March. Four of these legal professionals were disbarred, two saw their licenses revoked, another three were handed suspensions, and one received a reprimand. These actions followed investigations that confirmed breaches of legal and ethical standards required in the state. Among the disbarred, Maurice DeShawn Hinton of Fort Lauderdale faced a two-year suspension before his ultimate disbarment. He was found guilty … Read more

Prince William Chooses Princess Diana’s Former Lawyers, Charting His Own Course in Royal Legal Matters

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LONDON — Prince William has opted for a fresh legal start with a new team, discontinuing his use of the law firm that has represented his family for decades. The Prince of Wales has engaged Mishcon de Reya, the same firm that his mother, Princess Diana, used during her divorce from King Charles. This shift symbolizes a significant move for the Prince to forge a distinct path from that of his father, King Charles. A close source indicated, “William wanted to strike out on his own. He did not want to continue using his father’s … Read more

Legacy of Courage: A Young Black Lawyer’s Refusal to Conform Reshapes Our Understanding of Justice

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New York, NY – The layers of history echoing through the legal profession are tumultuous and polarized, marked by individuals who risked everything to understand the very laws that oppressed them. From enslaved individuals surreptitiously learning the legal codes of bondage to the young black girls braving hate-filled mobs to desegregate schools, these figures leveraged knowledge as a means of resistance, continuously striving for justice in an unjust system. Yet, today’s legal landscape paints a starkly different picture—one of potential moral capitulation as the profession appears increasingly intertwined with burgeoning authoritarian interests. Throughout recent years, … Read more

Kelly Cunningham Honored as One of California’s Top Intellectual Property Lawyers for Second Year Running

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BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. – Ervin Cohen & Jessup LLP proudly announced on April 3, 2025, that their partner, Kelly Cunningham, has once again been named one of California’s “Top Intellectual Property Lawyers” by the Daily Journal. This marks the second consecutive year that Cunningham has been featured in this prestigious list, which highlights the top 100 intellectual property legal experts in the state. Cunningham, who boasts over 29 years in the field of intellectual property, illustrates a career driven by a deep passion that transitioned from engineering to legal advocacy. His journey into law began … Read more