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Disbarrment for lawyers who misuse client funds? Huh?

Posted on July 29, 2015 by Naomi

A curious coincidence? Two abstracts from today’s New York Law Journal, both dealing with lawyers who “misuse,” i.e., steal clients’ funds. First, one actual incident for which a “leading lawyer representing wealthy foreigners buying real estate” was disbarred. (His specialty … Continue reading →

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Bad lawyers: like father, like son

Posted on July 21, 2015 by Naomi

This was going to be a simple “bad lawyer” notice. Then I read the last part of this one-sentence abstract. Could this be a genetic thing? Attorney Disbarred for Theft of $58K From Client’s Escrow Andrew Denney, New York Law … Continue reading →

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Bad lawyer resigns from the bar

Posted on July 17, 2015 by Naomi

What a good idea! Attorney Resigns From Bar After Felony Conviction Andrew Denney, New York Law Journal July 17, 2015    Brooklyn attorney Michael Levitis, who was convicted last year of federal charges for running a debt collection relief scheme … Continue reading →

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