ABA Journal

JANUARY 13, 2025

Last week, the Arizona attorney generals office announced the creation of a Cold Case Homicide Unit, which will partner with local law enforcement agencies to…

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JURIST

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner filed a civil lawsuit against Elon Musk and America PAC on Monday. The program is only available to voters in certain swing states, including Georgia, Arizona, and Pennsylvania. He’s since offered financial incentives to other voters to sign on and refer more voters.

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MARCH 19, 2021

Immigrants’ rights advocates are pushing back against Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich’s attempts to block President Joe Biden’s latest changes to U.S. immigration policy. On Tuesday, a coalition of immigration and Latino advocacy groups announced a lawsuit against Brnovich’s office.

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Paralegal Bootcamp

MAY 20, 2022

If they become a repeat abuser, I take the situation to the lawyer (because of course, you know this is a true principle, they do NOT behave that way with the attorney). I was blessed early in my career to have worked with some attorneys who loved to teach and share their knowledge. Get, or be, a mentor. If you aren’t, be a mentor.

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MAY 21, 2021

SCOTT MICHAEL FORRESTER, DISBARRED BY THE STATE BAR OF ARIZONA. On May 5, 2021, the State Bar of Arizona entered an immediate order of disbarment against Scott Michael Forrester. You must understand the law and work with an attorney who knows their job and treats you with respect. Several other good attorneys did the same.

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The Crime Report

JANUARY 11, 2023

District Judge has ordered the Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry to make “substantial” changes to its staffing and facility operations after determining that conditions in Arizona’s prisons represent an “unconstitutional substantial risk of serious harm” to people in the state’s custody. .

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ABA Journal

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich has reached a diversion agreement with the State Bar of Arizona to resolve ethics allegations that he took actions contrary…

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SCOTUSBlog

MAY 30, 2024

After his appeals and his requests for post-conviction relief in state court were denied, Jones went to federal court in Arizona, where he argued that his attorney – who had never been the lead attorney in a capital case – spent too little time preparing for the sentencing phase of his trial.

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Diane Drain

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Diane is honored by Legal Services Corp – Pro Bono Service Award for establishing the Self Help Center at the Arizona Bankruptcy Court. Its grantee organizations serving Arizona include the Community Legal Services, Southern Arizona Legal Aid (SALA), and the Window Rock-based DNA-Peoples Legal Services. Drain, P.A.

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HowAppealing

AUGUST 24, 2021

“Did attorney mistakes send 2 Arizona men to death row? Supreme Court will hear a case next fall involving two inmates who argued mistakes by their trial attorneys landed them on death row.” ” Patricia Refo has this essay online at The Arizona Republic. Supreme Court will decide; The U.S.

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ABA Journal

MARCH 17, 2022

Maricopa County Attorney Allister Adel in Arizona has said she takes full responsibility for 180 misdemeanor cases that were dropped because prosecutors failed to file…

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ABA Journal

MAY 10, 2022

A new law requires the State Bar of Arizona to pay legal fees of lawyers targeted for legal discipline who prevail in their ethics cases.…

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JURIST

AUGUST 18, 2022

A federal grand jury in the US District Court for the Western District of Missouri indicted Walter Lee Hoornstra Wednesday for threatening an Arizona election official. The indictment asserts that Hoornstra left a threatening voicemail on the personal cell phone of an election official in Arizona. Assistant Attorney General Kenneth A.

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Diane Drain

JANUARY 20, 2022

Bankruptcy Issues After January 1, 2022 Changes in Arizona Homestead Statutes. The Arizona Homestead exemption increased from $150,000 to $250,000 as of January 1, 2022. Final edits of HB2617 – easier to read Along with that increase there were other significant changes to the Arizona Homestead law.

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SCOTUSBlog

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Arizona , the justices considered whether a state procedural rule prevents John Cruz, who was sentenced to death, from obtaining relief on his federal due-process claim in state post-conviction. To answer this question, the court must determine if Arizona Rule of Criminal Procedure 32.1(g) g) purposes.

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Diane Drain

JULY 25, 2022

For almost three years my challenge has been to put a spotlight on Scott Michael Forrester , a young Arizona attorney, because of his failure to appreciate common decency and respect for his clients, the courts and our profession. The nightmare of hiring the wrong attorney based on price. Arizona Bankruptcy Lawyer.

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Diane Drain

OCTOBER 29, 2020

Analysis of Enforcement of Money Judgments in Arizona Against a Judgment Debtor’s Residence / “Homestead” Property. Legal Analysis APPLICABLE ARIZONA LAW. The Arizona Court of Appeals’ 2018 decision in Pacific Western Bank v. Furthermore, the Arizona Court of Appeals, in Grand Real Estate, Inc. Phoenix, Arizona 85004.

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HowAppealing

JULY 7, 2021

“The DNC’s Dishonest Voting Case Against Arizona; The justices upheld our common-sense election laws against baseless charges of racism”: Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich has this op-ed in today’s edition of The Wall Street Journal.

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Attorney at Work

MARCH 21, 2022

of Arizona attorneys who feel stressed out practicing law and the 70.3% of Arizona attorneys for whom work stress carries over to their personal life. The post Saving My Sanity With a Four-Day Workweek appeared first on Attorney at Work. I’m part of the 57.6% I hit a metaphorical wall last November.

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FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Arizona is leading the way. As for the “not so much,” Florida’s task force examining this issue recommended many of the changes in place in Arizona and Utah, only to have it unanimously rejected by its bar’s Board of Governors late last year. appeared first on Attorney at Work. New Developments in Law Firm Ownership.

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JURIST

JANUARY 27, 2022

In separate lawsuits filed against Google, the attorneys general allege that the search engine giant has systematically deceived its users about its location tracking practices at least since 2014 and has misled them regarding the control they exercised over the information which is collected by the company.

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Attorney at Work

OCTOBER 16, 2022

I’m in the process of rebranding my firm (more on that in a future post), and I want to share the 10 steps I went through to change my law firm name in Arizona. In Arizona, you don’t need to file a trade name to have a dba, but it may be required to demonstrate to your bank that you’re using a new name. Table of contents 1. Screw that.

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JULY 16, 2021

Arizona Residential Eviction Actions Procedures – effective July 15, 2021. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED beginning on the effective date of this Order, all other eviction cases shall be processed solely under Arizona statutes and rules, except as provided herein. Drain - Phoenix Arizona Bankruptcy Attorney. PLEADINGS.

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Diane Drain

JANUARY 2, 2021

Reprint from a great California bankruptcy attorney – Cathy Moran. Just like you should check out the licensing agencies for your contractor, doctor or plumber, you should also check out the State Bar for your prospective attorney. Nothing is More Expensive Than Hiring a Cheap Attorney. Find The Right Bankruptcy Lawyer For You.

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Attorney at Work

DECEMBER 28, 2021

When the reports went digital, several of them were featured on Attorney at Work. Other states, such as Arizona, have cut the rules to the bone. While lots of recommendations have surfaced, only a few states have crossed the finish line, most notably Arizona and Utah. Bob passed away in October. The ABA Model Rules.

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Paralegal Bootcamp

JULY 28, 2022

In my office, we have had several cases we had to give to contract attorneys because of conflicts with co-defendants. In my office, we have had several cases we had to give to contract attorneys because of conflicts with co-defendants. I struggle with clients that yell – especially when your attorney doesn’t get back to them.

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JURIST

JUNE 15, 2024

Attorney General Merrick B. Arizona is no stranger to the use of questionable police tactics. In 2017, former Arizona Sheriff Joe Arpaio was found guilty of criminal contempt for failing to abide by a court order to stop detaining Latinos based solely on their immigration status.

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

The post ATTORNEY REVIEWS – She‘s definitely a keeper and you’ll be well taken care of appeared first on Diane L. Drain - Phoenix Arizona Bankruptcy Attorney. She’s been very supportive and helpful in helping me acclimate into a new legal community, for no other reason than – just because.

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Paralegal Bootcamp

DECEMBER 31, 2021

Now we just need to get this definition out in our own offices and help our attorneys understand what a paralegal can do for them. Some of the reasons why attorneys do not fully utilize their paralegals: Years of habit Underestimating abilities Possessiveness of duties Lack of trust or impatience Unwilling to train paralegals.

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Diane Drain

JANUARY 30, 2021

The Arizona Statute of Limitations Applicable to Collection Lawsuits and Non-Judicial Trustee’s Foreclosure Sales of Real Property, article by Larry O. Furthermore, as was fully discussed above, the Arizona Supreme Court, in Mertola, LLC v. Phoenix, Arizona 85004. Drain - Phoenix Arizona Bankruptcy Attorney.

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FEBRUARY 1, 2021

Go to an experienced bankruptcy attorney who cares about you and your future. Be very careful about asking those who are just out to take your money (yes, even some attorneys – several bad Arizona attorneys are discussed in my website). Drain - Phoenix Arizona Bankruptcy Attorney. – Diane L.

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JURIST

JULY 23, 2022

Attorney General of Georgia Chris Carr joined 19 other attorneys to urge the Supreme Court to stop the memorandum from taking effect. Early in July, the US Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit reversed a preliminary injunction against the memorandum, in a case brought by Arizona, Ohio and Montana.

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SCOTUSBlog

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

A handwritten note between Balentine’s attorneys from the penalty phase reads, “Can you spell justifiable lynching?” Arizona , a death penalty case involving state procedural rules that was argued at the Supreme Court in November. Balentine’s trial counsel also demonstrated racial hostility toward their client. Colorado and Buck v.

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Diane Drain

APRIL 25, 2021

It may mean your cheap attorney treats you like a cash register. You pay a fee to file the bankruptcy, then pay or lose triple that to get out of the problems your attorney “forgot” to tell you about (like using your tax refunds or your mother being sued because you paid her back just before filing the bankruptcy).

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Diane Drain

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

“Diane is the most knowledgeable and committed bankruptcy attorney I know – and I know a few!” Diane is the most knowledgeable and committed bankruptcy attorney I know – and I know a few! The post ATTORNEY REVIEWS – Diane is the most knowledgeable and committed bankruptcy attorney I know – and I know a few!

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ABA Journal

JANUARY 25, 2024

“It’s never going to go well,” Arizona attorney Lynda C. Shely says about the prospect of representing anyone you are close to, including family members…

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JURIST

MARCH 11, 2024

While some states like Arizona do provide an ombudsman’s aide who receives complaints, the aide lacks the authority to enforce agency compliance. An AP and CNHI News report published Sunday found that less than a third of US states have agencies to resolve citizen disputes regarding access to public records or open meetings.

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