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National Law Journal: Legal Times Afternoon Update September 14, 2009

By David Badertscher, PLL

Source:NLJ.com, September 14, 2009.

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Obama Administration Ethics Policies 'A Constant Reminder of Our Obligation'

"The Obama administration's restrictions on lobbyists "serve as a constant reminder of our obligation and the president's commitment to serve the public," Norm Eisen, special counsel to the president for ethics and government reform, said today".

 

Film Producers Found Guilty in FCPA Bribery Case

"A pair of Beverly Hills film producers have been found guilty of conspiring to bribe a former Thai government official to obtain contracts that provided for, among other things, control of the annual Bangkok International Film Festival, the Justice Department said today."

 

Trust Case Involving Hogan Partner Sent Back to Judge

"Just eight days after hearing oral arguments, the D.C. Court of Appeals has remanded a D.C. Superior Court judge's decision to remove Hogan & Hartson partner Robert Cave as trustee of a trust set up by a former client."

 

Former Special Counsel Tries to Move Past Controversy

"Scott Bloch was under siege from all sides when he led the U.S. Office of Special Counsel. Now he's hoping the experience will help him pull in business. On the Web site of his new law firm, Bloch's profile plays up the attention he received but not the controversy."

 

Maine Judge Receives Devitt Award

"At a Sunday ceremony at the Supreme Court, Judge D. Brock Hornby of the U.S. District Court for the District of Maine was presented with the Devitt Award, the highest honor a federal judge can receive. Justice Anthony Kennedy hosted the event, praising Hornby for his wisdom and strong advocacy for the judiciary."

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