More Big Law Layoffs There was yet another high-profile layoff at one of the Big Law firms recently, with Dechert, LLP, announcing that it was laying off 13 associates. Predictably, this was in its real estate and finance departments. (318 views)
Former Top Indianapolis Lawyer Sentenced to 10 Years William Conour, a former lawyer from Indianapolis, once considered the best in his field, was sentenced on Thursday to 10 years in federal prison for running a Ponzi scheme on clients’ settlement money, bilking 36 clients and his own daughter out of a sum of $6.7 million. Conour, who once owned a 25-room mansion, a horse farm in Hamilton County, an apartment in Scotland... (317 views)
Mercedes E-Class solid, quick, nimble - and pricey The Mercedes-Benz E-Class is one of those cars that continues to get better with evolution and age - the age of the driver and the evolutionary improvements of the car. (315 views)
Settlement Works: Alternative Methods of Dispute Resolution Methods to resolve legal cases outside of a courtroom through ''alternative dispute resolution'' (ADR) have become so popular that they are not the ''alternative'' they once were—with some law firms even forming special divisions to respond to increased demand. (314 views)
A lasting unease between North and South Koreas IMJINGAK, South Korea - On the outskirts of a farming village an hour north of Seoul, our tour bus halts. I peer out a window, gaping at a scene worthy of a spy movie: (313 views)
The Impact of the Lehman Brothers Layoffs Recently, the finance industry stalwart Lehman Brothers announced that it was filing for bankruptcy. Unfortunately, along with the demise of several other major players on Wall Street, this means that there may be some major troubles ahead for those who work at large corporate law firms. That's because large corporate law firms depend on financial institutions to be big... (310 views)
Aretakis Hit with More Professional Misconduct Charges Independent attorney John A. Aretakis was suspended Thursday, December 11, 2008, for one year. The Appellate Division, 3rd Department panel, upheld the charges of ''undignified and discourteous conduct degrading to the court'' made by the Committee on Professional Standards and in so doing instituted the first public disciplinary action against Aretakis from a professional... (308 views)
Lincoln MKX burns 87 despite heft and place among luxury-class rivals The Lincoln MKX crossover does something its luxury-class competitors don't. It runs on 87-octane fuel. (307 views)
Delaware Deputy Attorney General Arrested for Raping Boy Daniel Simmons, a Delaware deputy attorney general, was arrested last Friday and charged with the rape of a 16-year-old boy he met through a gay dating app. Following his arrest, Simmons resigned this Monday. He has been charged with four counts of fourth degree rape. (307 views)
The Top 50 Law Firms Released Prominent legal magazine The Lawyer has released its annual list of the top 50 law firms in the U.S. for the year 2007. (304 views)
The Art of the Marquesas Islands Allures Visitors MARQUESAS ISLANDS - A growing interest in South Pacific art has recently become evident in the United States. In San Francisco, the newly constructed de Young Museum's permanent collection will have a major emphasis in the art of Africa, Oceania and the Americas. (299 views)
Go-fast credentials: Dodge Charger Daytona R/T arrives with snappy big-block ride There's nothing like a banana-yellow Dodge Charger Daytona to bring back memories of the late '60s big-block and big-wing muscle cars. (299 views)
Where Are They Now?: Kato Kaelin Kaelin talks about what he's been up to after the O.J. trial. (299 views)
Student Law Station Hits the Net While 24-year-old Chad Robinson was sitting in his law classroom in Florida playing around with the concept of a form of mass communication for his peers, he racked his brain for a way to bring his idea to life. (294 views)
When Fraud Strikes It started innocently enough one morning. Each day, I check the balance of my Bank of America (NYSE: BAC) account and review the most recent transactions, and each day, I'm unsurprised. (Well, not counting the day when the bank accidentally tacked on an extra two zeroes to a quick deposit and added $10,000 to my account — which was promptly reclaimed. But I digress.) (292 views)
Challenge Your Property Tax Assessment With the real estate market cooling down and more folks staying put in their current homes, many homeowners are looking to put a lid on their property tax assessments. If you're in sticker shock over your recent assessment, here's a quick lesson in what to do about it. (290 views)
SarbOx creation to protect investors interest in Financial dealings On July 30, 2002, the president signed into law the Sarbanes-Oxley Act. At the signing, President Bush explained that the act was designed to ''deter and punish corporate and accounting fraud and corruption, ensure justice for wrongdoers, and protect the interests of workers and shareholders.'' Two and a half years later, most of those whose day-to-day lives have been... (290 views)
Legal Support Staff Experiences Lay-offs The declining economy has hit the legal industry as more law firms lay off personnel due to a reduced demand for services. Some law firms who have already cut their team of lawyers are now reducing the support staff to further reduce expenditures. (289 views)
The blunders committed by Constanbles in the case of Dawson v Newman Justice never will be perfectly administered. Two cases that illustrate the truism are now pending in the Supreme Court on petitions for review. They merit a sigh of regret. (288 views)
Hispanic Law Students honor a former Graduate with the Graciela Olivarez Award This article talks about the prestigious Graciela Olivarez Award and the recipient in the current yea, to be given the honor. Graciela Olivarez was the first woman and first Hispanic student to graduate from Notre Dame Law School. Every year the Award is bestowed upon a Hispanic lawyer or judge who carries on the Olivarez commitment to community service. (288 views)
Virtual Visitation In a world where virtual communication is the norm, a novel approach to ''family time'' has emerged. Virtual visitation is a way for divorced parents to be there when they physically can't, and it's an option that attorneys should be aware of. (287 views)
The case of consensual polygamy : Holm v Utah Some long-forgotten jurist long ago laid down a maxim for the ages: ''De minimis non curat lex.'' Loosely translated: Appellate courts should not bother with trifles. (287 views)
The Islands of Yap Are A Part of The Pacific That Few Have Seen YAP, Micronesia - Yap, a speckle of gold dust floating on the far western Pacific Ocean in the heart of the Western Caroline Islands, is an inspirational step back to the cultural magnificence of Micronesia. For those exhausted by 21st century commercialism, Yap, an island state of the Federated States of Micronesia, 541 miles southwest of Guam, has maintained a glorious... (287 views)
Cedar Hill: Frederick Douglass' home is as imposing as the man who lived there Looking for something offbeat the next time you visit Washington, D.C., once you're done with the familiar monuments and the de rigueur number of museums? Head for a little-known but more-than-worthwhile connection with history just 10 minutes from the Tidal Basin. (286 views)
Michigan Attorney Disbarred for Not Sharing Client Payments with Partners Summary: Though a three-member panel found earlier that testimony in favor of the good character of Shawn P. Davis and his clean record constituted sufficient mitigating factors to call for suspension rather than disbarment, the Attorney Disciplinary Board disagreed. The Board followed the dissent of the Grievance Administrator who commented that for ‘mitigating... (286 views)
The Croatian Riviera: The Mediterranean's unsung coast Travelers looking for a different Mediterranean adventure might consider exploring the historic coastline of Croatia, along with Italy's medieval city-state of Venice. In addition to its magnificent scenery, the Adriatic coast of Croatia reveals a fusing of 3,000 years of rich history, having endured the conquering designs of past empires, such as the Greek, Roman,... (285 views)
When You Run Over a Dog, Don't Sue the Owner There are times and places to sue someone. For instance, when you get injured at a hospital or someone steals $20 million of your corporate funds. (285 views)
2008 Bonus Levels Down Among Davis Polk, Other Major Law Firms When the end of the year rolls around, most associates at big law firms have one word on the brain: bonus. Bonuses, according to law firm consulting group Altman Weil, are usually at least 10% of in individual's base pay and awarded when an individual's performance exceeds that expected for his/her base pay. When employees make an ''exceptional contribution'' to the... (285 views)
24,000 Minutes: What You Need to Know About Free Night and Weekend Calling These days, it seems like every man, woman and child has his or her own cell phone. So, for those of you who wish to distinguish yourself from the pack, pull out your check book and purchase the most luxurious phone on earth, the Vertu. (283 views)