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Wednesday, January 15, 2025

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California couple sentenced over PPP loan fraud

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On January 9, 2025, Christopher A. Mazzei and Erin V. Mazzei from Arroyo Grande, California, were sentenced by Senior United States District Judge J. Michael Seabright in Honolulu for their involvement in a scheme to defraud the Paycheck...

Florida attorney general charges five for $400K retail theft

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The Office of Statewide Prosecution in Florida, led by Attorney General Ashley Moody, has charged five individuals with organized retail theft.

Virgin Islands officials charged with bribery related to sports department contract

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An indictment has been unsealed against Calvert White, the commissioner of the Virgin Islands Department of Sports, Parks, and Recreation (SP&R), and Benjamin Hendricks, a local businessman.

Political treasurer admits guilt in multi-year donor fraud scheme

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Edward Y. Kim, the Acting United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, announced that Robert Piaro, treasurer of several political action committees (PACs), has pleaded guilty to telemarketing wire fraud.

Operators face charges over alleged cryptocurrency mixer activities

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Roman Vitalyevich Ostapenko, Alexander Evgenievich Oleynik, and Anton Vyachlavovich Tarasov have been indicted by a federal grand jury for their roles in operating the cryptocurrency mixing services Blender.io and Sinbad.io.

Albuquerque man receives 20-year sentence for armed robbery spree

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An Albuquerque man has been sentenced to 20 years in federal prison for a series of armed robberies committed in early 2022.

Attorney General praises outgoing ATF Director Steve Dettelbach at farewell event

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Attorney General Merrick B. Garland recently delivered remarks at a farewell event for ATF Director Steve Dettelbach, highlighting his contributions during his tenure.

McAlester man sentenced for illegal possession of ammunition

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The United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Oklahoma has announced the sentencing of Arlo Christopher Jordan, a 26-year-old resident of McAlester, Oklahoma.

Bahamian nationals charged with smuggling cocaine into U.S. waters

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Two Bahamian nationals face federal charges for allegedly attempting to smuggle around 188 kilograms of cocaine into the United States.

Roanoke man charged with multiple bank robberies appears in federal court

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A Roanoke man appeared in federal court following his indictment on bank robbery charges.

Washington D.C. man sentenced for assaulting federal officer

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MacArthur Walker Jr., a 58-year-old resident of Washington, D.C., has been sentenced to two years and three months in prison, followed by three years of supervised release.

Christopher Wray honored at farewell event by Attorney General Merrick B. Garland

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Attorney General Merrick B. Garland recently delivered remarks at a farewell event for FBI Director Christopher Wray, highlighting Wray's extensive career in public service and his contributions to the FBI and the nation.

Michelle Mack sentenced for leading $8 million retail theft ring

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California Attorney General Rob Bonta has announced the sentencing of Michelle Mack, the leader of an organized retail crime ring.

Tennessee man pleads guilty in drug distribution case involving bodybuilding supplements

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A Tennessee resident has admitted to federal charges related to the sale of unapproved bodybuilding drugs through his business in Kalispell, Montana.

Hampton woman admits guilt in $161 million mortgage fraud scheme

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Kimberly Johnson has admitted guilt in a mortgage fraud scheme that spanned over three years, resulting in the approval of around 450 mortgage loans based on falsified documents and misinformation.

New Orleans man pleads guilty to federal gun control and drug charges

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Marcus Theodore, a 33-year-old resident of New Orleans, has pled guilty to charges related to federal gun control and controlled substances violations.

Pittsburg County man sentenced to over three years for firearm possession

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Robert Charles Marshall, a 64-year-old resident of Eufaula, Oklahoma, has been sentenced to 37 months in prison for the illegal possession of a firearm and ammunition.

Greenberg Traurig Represents Marquee Brands in its Acquisition of Laura Ashley®

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Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP represented Marquee Brands, an affiliate of Neuberger Berman, in connection with Marquee Brands’ acquisition of Laura Ashley®, the iconic home, fashion, and lifestyle brand celebrated for its romantic English aesthetic.

Insights on Life at a Large Law Firm on January 11, 2025

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For many law and pre-law students, securing a position at a large law firm is often seen as the dream job – the "how you'll know you've arrived" experience.

Attorney General James supports universal school lunch program in New York

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New York Attorney General Letitia James has expressed her support for the state's universal free lunch program.