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In Memoriam: Remembering Richard “Dick” K. DeScherer – A Respected Business Lawyer, Colleague, and Philanthropist

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New York, NY – The legal community mourns the loss of Richard “Dick” K. DeScherer, a former partner and Co-Chairman at Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP. DeScherer, who passed away at the age of 80, was highly regarded for his expertise in business law and his strong relationships with clients. He had been a member of the esteemed law firm for over 24 years before joining the Bloomberg organization in 2012. Known for his unparalleled knowledge and experience, DeScherer held leadership and board positions at various prominent organizations. He was actively engaged in civic and … Read more

Renowned Defense Lawyer Richard Hibey, Known for High-Profile Clients and International Dramas, Passes Away at 82

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WASHINGTON (AP) — Richard Hibey, a well-regarded defense lawyer known for his courtroom flair and international expertise, passed away at the age of 82, his son David Hibey confirmed. Hibey built a reputation as a strategic legal thinker, attracting high-profile clients involved in cases that captivated public attention and sparked international intrigue. During the 1980s and ’90s, he found himself at the center of some of the biggest global dramas. He represented Jonathan Pollard, the Navy intelligence analyst who leaked secrets to Israel, in a case that reverberated through US-Israeli relations. Hibey also took on … Read more

Scottsdale Attorney Richard Lyons Takes on ‘Gilbert Goons’ in Landmark Civil Case

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Gilbert, Arizona – Scottsdale lawyer Richard Lyons has recently filed a civil case against a group known as the “Gilbert Goons”. Lyons alleges that the group has engaged in malicious behavior, specifically targeting residents through online defamation and filing baseless complaints with government agencies. The case seeks to hold the individuals behind these actions accountable for their alleged misconduct. Lyons claims that the “Gilbert Goons” have been posting false and damaging information online, causing harm to the reputations and livelihoods of their targets. He argues that this behavior not only infringes upon the victims’ rights … Read more

Defence Seeks Seven Separate Trials for Richard Mantha, Citing Dissimilarities in Alleged Victims’ Cases

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CALGARY, ALBERTA – Court proceedings were delayed for Richard Mantha on Monday as his lawyer seeks to have seven separate trials for him instead of one larger trial involving all seven alleged victims. Defense counsel Kim Arial informed the Alberta Court of Justice that the necessary legal paperwork for the application has yet to be filed due to the size and complexity of the case. Some documentation will be provided to the prosecution and the presiding judge by the end of the day, according to Arial. Crown lawyer Dominique Mathurin stated that the prosecution would … Read more