Lawyer Who “Did Not Realize He Had Been Suspended” Seven Years Ago Will … Stay Suspended
Court says further investigation is required.
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Lawyer Dispute Escalates From Picture of Cat Playing Violin to Gunfire
There were a few other steps involved, but those are the big ones.
Indicted DA Tries to Prevent Adverse Testimony by Marrying Witness
A love story (with important evidentiary implications).
About Those Folders
You know the ones.
The $65-Million Pants Case: Chapter 28
Roy Pearson has re-entered the building.
Again, Courts Frown on Feigning Sleep During Opponent’s Case
And I continue to think it’s funny, which obviously doesn’t mean you should do it.
TIP: Lawyer Who Sleeps for “Substantial Portion” of Trial Is Ineffective
In particular it is bad form to be seen “resting [one’s] head” against one’s client during trial.
Alleged Hypno-Lawyer Disbarred
You are getting very sleepy … and when you awaken, my billable rate will seem reasonable.
Criminal-Defense Attorney May Be Criminal Defense Attorney
You barbarians out there who aren't hyphenating compound adjectives should take note: sometimes it makes a difference. The San Francisco Chronicle reported last week on what it called an "unusual twist" in the trial of a man charged with fraud: his…
Court: Obligation to Make Sense May Not Be Delegated to Client
Here's a more interesting decision by the Supreme Court, although maybe "decision" is the wrong word. The question is: if your client insists on filing something that is complete gibberish, do you have to agree, or do you have an…