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Tether and Bitfinex Announce New General Counsel as Veteran Lawyer Retires

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Tether, a prominent stablecoin issuer, and its sibling company, the cryptocurrency exchange Bitfinex, have announced a significant change in their legal department following the planned retirement of their long-serving top lawyer. An experienced in-house attorney from either Tether or Bitfinex, whose identity has not yet been disclosed, will step into the role of general counsel to manage legal affairs, marking a critical transition for the firms involved in the ever-evolving crypto market. The outgoing general counsel, who had been with the company for over a decade, played a pivotal role in navigating the complex legal … Read more

Veteran Ventura Judge Henry Walsh Retires After Over 25 Years on the Bench

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Ventura, Calif. — After dedicating over 25 years to the judicial system of the Tri-Counties, Ventura County Superior Court Judge Henry Walsh has announced his retirement this week. Walsh, known for his thorough adjudication in both civil trials and family law, leaves behind a legacy marked by his commitment to the legal community. Walsh first embarked on his legal career practicing as an attorney, a role he fulfilled for eight years. His adept skills in law and profound understanding of judicial processes led to his appointment by then-Governor Pete Wilson in 1998. Taking the bench … Read more

British Judge Nicholas Addison Phillips Retires from Hong Kong’s Top Court, Marks Fifth Foreign Justice Departure in 2023

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Hong Kong – Nicholas Addison Phillips, an 86-year-old British judge, has officially retired from his position as a non-permanent judge on Hong Kong’s Court of Final Appeal, marking the end of his term. This departure makes him the fifth foreign judiciary member to leave the court this year. Phillips, who has served on the Court of Final Appeal since 2012, opted not to extend his term, which expired Monday. The judiciary confirmed that Phillips cited “personal reasons” for his decision. Despite the recent change, the judiciary reassured the public and legal community that the operations … Read more

Judge Robert Chasteen Retires After 20 Years of Exceptional Service to the Cordele Judicial Circuit

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Cordele, Georgia – After serving as the Cordele Judicial Circuit Chief Superior Court Judge for a distinguished 20-year tenure, Robert W. Chasteen has announced his retirement from full-time duty effective at the end of this year. The State Bar of Georgia extends their congratulations and thanks to Judge Chasteen for his dedication and contributions to the justice system in Ben Hill, Crisp, Dooly, and Wilcox counties. Judge Chasteen, a member of the Georgia Bar since 1969, was first elected as a Superior Court judge in 2004. Prior to his appointment, he had an extensive background … Read more