Fake divorce lawyer gets 15 years

by Lee Rosen on December 1, 2008

The Zonie Report reports that Gary Karmin, 57, was sentenced to 15 years in prison for bilking thousands of dollars from unsuspecting Arizonians seeking divorces.

Karpin was disbarred in Vermont in 1992 and subsequently opened a practice in Arizona called “Divorce with Dignity” and posed as a lawyer. One client paid Karpin nearly $90,000.

A civil action has also been filed against Karpin seeking a return of fees.

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Charges Dropped in Spaghetti Incident

by Lee Rosen on November 20, 2008

Newsday.com reports that second-degree menacing charges were dropped in the plate throwing incident involving prominent divorce attorney Dominic Barbara. Apparently Mr. Barbara and his wife have reached an agreement involving their issues and Mr. Barbara requested that the charges be dismissed.

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New Briefs Ordered in ERISA Case

by Lee Rosen on October 31, 2008

banner.jpgKennedy v. DuPont Savings Plan Administrator has drawn lots of attention in the family law community and was heard by the Supreme Court on October 7. On Tuesday the Court ordered the lawyers to file new briefs, by November 10, on a new issue in the case.

SCOTUSBLOG provides details. The case may twist in an direction not anticipated by Court watchers.

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Divorce Lawyer Splattered with Spaghetti

by Lee Rosen on October 31, 2008

B8E05517-EB33-40C2-AF71-BF9179394041.jpgDivorce attorney, Dominic Barbara, suffered a small gash on his forehead when a woman who is both his third and fourth wife allegedly broke a plate on his head in a restaurant earlier this week according to Newsday. Barbara is well known for having represented Joey Buttafuoco and Jessica Hahn.

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Staying Afloat in a Faltering Economy

by Lee Rosen on October 27, 2008

The American economy is deeply troubled. What does that mean for the practice of family law? Some argue that economic troubles result in more divorce. Some argue that a difficult economy results in people being unable divorce. The key for those making a living practicing family law is to monitor the situation carefully and to take action at the first sign of trouble. Listen in as I discuss my ideas about how to deal with an economic downturn in your practice.

 
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Three Minutes of Praise - Part 2

by Lee Rosen on October 27, 2008

How can you let your staff know how much they matter in a quick, inexpensive way? This three minute podcast gives you a special approach that will help your people feel the love and know they are appreciated. You may be suprised at how much positive feedback and personal satisfaction you get from employing this easy approach.

 
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