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legal2 years ago

"Disgraced Attorney Tom Girardi to Face Trial After Competency Ruling"

Tom Girardi, an 84-year-old former celebrity lawyer and estranged husband of reality TV star Erika Jayne, has been deemed competent to stand trial for allegedly stealing over $15 million from clients. Despite his defense's claims of Alzheimer's disease affecting his ability to participate in the trial, a federal judge has ruled that he can face charges, which include embezzling funds from various clients who suffered personal tragedies. Girardi, who was once a prominent plaintiff's attorney and was disbarred in California in 2022, could face a lengthy prison sentence if convicted. He also faces separate federal wire fraud charges in Chicago related to the 2018 Lion Air crash.

via NBC News|
##celebritylawyer#clienttheft
legal2 years ago

"Disgraced Attorney Tom Girardi to Face Trial After Competency Ruling"

Tom Girardi, an 84-year-old former high-profile attorney, has been declared competent to stand trial on charges of embezzling $15 million from clients, despite his Alzheimer's diagnosis. The ruling by a Los Angeles federal judge allows for the possibility of Girardi facing justice, as his former clients and prosecutors feared his dementia might prevent a trial. If convicted, Girardi could face up to 20 years in prison. The case has garnered attention due to Girardi's past fame and the allegations of using a sham divorce to protect assets.

via New York Post |
##alzheimers#embezzlement
legal2 years ago

"Disgraced Attorney Tom Girardi to Face Trial After Competency Ruling"

Tom Girardi, the former lawyer featured on "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills," has been declared competent to stand trial for embezzling $15 million from clients. Despite previous claims of incompetency, U.S. District Judge Josephine Staton has yet to release her order, pending attorney review for potential sealing. Girardi faces five counts of wire fraud and has also been indicted in Chicago for stealing from the families of Lion Air Flight JT 610 crash victims, with a separate competency update expected from U.S. District Judge Mary M. Rowland.

via Vulture|
##competencyruling#fraudcharges
legal2 years ago

"Disgraced Ex-Lawyer Tom Girardi to Face Trial for $15M Client Theft Allegations"

Tom Girardi, an 84-year-old former celebrity lawyer and estranged husband of "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star Erika Jayne, has been found competent to stand trial for allegedly stealing over $15 million from clients. Despite his defense team's claims of Alzheimer's disease affecting his ability to participate in his defense, a federal judge has ruled that the trial can proceed. Girardi, who was disbarred in California in 2022 and faces additional federal wire fraud charges in Chicago, could face decades in prison if convicted.

via USA TODAY|
##celebritylawyer#clienttheft
legal2 years ago

"Disgraced Attorney Tom Girardi Ruled Competent for Trial Amid Courtroom Drama"

U.S. District Judge Josephine L. Staton has ruled that former attorney Tom Girardi is competent to stand trial, despite his dementia and Alzheimer's diagnosis. The decision comes after Girardi was charged with wire fraud and embezzlement of millions from clients. The order is currently under seal, with sensitive information to be kept confidential. Girardi, who has been living in a memory care unit, previously lashed out in court, but his mental state did not prevent the judge from deeming him fit for trial.

via PEOPLE|
##competency#embezzlement
legal2 years ago

"Tom Girardi Declared Fit for Trial in $15 Million Client Theft Case"

Tom Girardi, a former high-profile lawyer and estranged husband of reality TV star Erika Jayne, has been declared competent to stand trial for allegedly embezzling over $15 million from clients. Despite his defense claiming he is incapacitated due to Alzheimer's disease, a federal judge has sealed the order for his competency. Girardi, who was disbarred in 2022 and faces additional charges in Chicago, could face a lengthy prison sentence if convicted.

via The Associated Press|
##celebritylawyer#clienttheft
legal2 years ago

"Disgraced Attorney Tom Girardi to Face Trial After Competency Ruling"

Tom Girardi, the former attorney accused of stealing over $15 million from clients, has been declared competent to stand trial by a federal judge in Los Angeles. This decision allows for Girardi, who faces wire-fraud charges with the possibility of a lengthy prison sentence, to be held accountable despite his dementia diagnosis. The ruling is significant for the victims of his alleged long-running Ponzi scheme, including those injured in the San Bruno pipeline explosion. Girardi's legal team had argued his profound memory problems rendered him unable to understand the charges or assist in his defense, but prosecutors accused him of exaggerating his symptoms to avoid trial. The full details of the judge's analysis will be revealed once the ruling is unsealed.

via Los Angeles Times|
##competencyruling#fraudcharges
legal2 years ago

"Disgraced Ex-Lawyer Tom Girardi Deemed Fit for Trial Amid Legal Drama"

Tom Girardi, the 84-year-old former attorney embroiled in a fraud case, has been declared competent to stand trial by a Los Angeles federal judge despite his Alzheimer's diagnosis and a recent courtroom outburst. The ruling follows a three-day hearing and extensive evaluation by medical professionals. Girardi faces charges for allegedly embezzling $15 million from clients and could receive up to 20 years in prison for each of the five counts of wire fraud he is charged with.

via Page Six|
##alzheimersdisease#courtruling
legalcrime2 years ago

"Disgraced Attorney Tom Girardi to Stand Trial, Declared Competent by Court"

Tom Girardi, the estranged husband of 'RHOBH' star Erika Jayne, has been declared competent to stand trial for allegedly embezzling millions from clients. Facing multiple counts of wire fraud, Girardi could receive up to 20 years in prison for each count. The indictment accuses Girardi and his law firm's accountant of a decade-long scheme to defraud clients, which has been highlighted in the Hulu documentary "The Housewife and the Hustler." The case is particularly notable as Girardi was the attorney in the famous case against Pacific Gas & Electric, which was depicted in the film "Erin Brockovich."

via Yahoo Entertainment|
##erikajayne#fraudtrial
legalcrime2 years ago

"Disgraced Attorney Tom Girardi Confirmed Competent for Trial Amid Legal Scandal"

Tom Girardi, the estranged husband of 'RHOBH' star Erika Jayne, has been declared competent to stand trial for allegedly embezzling millions from clients. Facing multiple counts of wire fraud, which could result in a 20-year prison sentence per count, Girardi and his firm's accountant are accused of a decade-long scheme involving over $15 million. The case has previously been highlighted in the documentary "The Housewife and the Hustler."

via Deadline|
##erikajayne#fraudtrial
legalentertainment2 years ago

"Tom Girardi, Former 'Housewives' Star, Fit for Trial Despite Health Claims"

Tom Girardi, the ex-husband of "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star Erika Jayne, has been declared competent to stand trial despite his Alzheimer's and dementia diagnoses. The 84-year-old former attorney faces criminal contempt and wire fraud charges in California and separate federal charges in Chicago. His estranged wife, Erika Jayne, has been affected by the legal issues, with the couple previously being named in a lawsuit accusing Girardi's law firm of misusing funds. Jayne has expressed her emotional struggles with the situation, highlighting the personal impact of Girardi's legal and health problems.

via Us Weekly|
##competencyruling#erikajayne
legal2 years ago

"Tom Girardi, 84, to Face Trial for Client Theft Amid Competency and Health Debates"

Tom Girardi, the 84-year-old estranged husband of "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star Erika Jayne, has been declared fit to stand trial for allegedly embezzling $18 million from clients, despite his Alzheimer's diagnosis. Girardi, who was disbarred in 2022 and faces multiple counts of wire fraud, remains free on bond. His trial is set to proceed after a court-appointed psychologist and other legal challenges affirmed his competency.

via Daily Mail|
##alzheimers#embezzlement
legal2 years ago

"Tom Girardi, Former 'Housewives' Star, Ruled Fit for Trial Despite Health Claims"

Thomas Vincet Girardi, known for his role as the ex-husband on "Real Housewives" and as a once-prominent lawyer, has been declared competent to stand trial for allegedly embezzling over $15 million from clients. Despite his Alzheimer's diagnosis, the decision by Judge Josephine L. Staton allows the 84-year-old to face multiple counts of wire fraud, each carrying a potential 20-year prison sentence. Girardi's legal career, which included high-profile cases like the one depicted in "Erin Brockovich," ended with his disbarment in July 2022.

via Fox News|
##competencyhearing#embezzlement
legal-news2 years ago

"Judge Rules Tom Girardi Competent for Fraud Trial"

Tom Girardi, the estranged husband of "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star Erika Jayne, has been declared competent to stand trial by a Los Angeles federal judge. Girardi, 84, faces multiple counts of wire fraud for allegedly embezzling millions from clients. Despite claims of late-onset Alzheimer's disease and dementia, prosecutors believe Girardi is feigning his condition to avoid trial. The judge's full order on the ruling is sealed, with attorneys given five days to suggest parts to remain confidential.

via CBS News|
##embezzlement#legal-news