I was touring the Internet and saw a couple of interesting Ethics articles that I thought ought to be brought to the attention of all criminal defense lawyers. I know you all find them boring. Well these aren’t and either
Long Island (Criminal) Trial Law
The Long Island (Criminal) Trial Law blog, published by Anthony Colleluori, focuses on criminal defense practice with an emphasis on trial strategy and ethical considerations. It covers topics such as white collar crime defense, mortgage fraud prosecutions, expert witness challenges, and the practical realities of representing clients in criminal cases. The blog also addresses issues relevant to solo and small firm practitioners, including managing complex evidence and client communication. Additionally, it discusses the ethical boundaries lawyers must maintain, especially regarding privileged communications and client interactions in correctional settings.
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If history is to be believed, Dreier and Madoff is the tip of the iceberg in the prosecution of White Collar crimes. If the Junk bond debacle is any indicator of what is to come, a lot of people are…
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Vior Dire Of Scientific Opinion At Trial: Attacking The Expert Witness, Before He's Declared An Expert. Part One
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Tomorrow I Begin Posting Here Again.
After closing this blog for over a year, I have decided to start posting on a weekly basis with updates as are necessary or as I feel like it. Every weekend I will endeavor to get up a post on…
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Unemployment Insurance Fraud Seminar at Nassau County Bar Association Tonight
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Physician Heal Thy Self: Saving The Wounded Is Giving Material Support To The Enemy
Post 101 is contributed by Ms. Amy Hsu. Hello readers.I am Amy Hsu, and I am an associate at the Law Offices of Anthony J. Colleluori and Asssociates PLLC. My practice concentrates in criminal law and appeals. As the wife…