Legal Opinion
Brandon v. Blech
Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit
Decided March 24, 2009No. 08-5355PublishedCited by 41 opinions
1Opinion of the Court
OPINION
COOK, Circuit Judge.
Proskauer Rose LLP (“Proskauer”) represents Richard Blech in a civil suit. Proskauer sought overdue legal fees from Blech, who refused to pay, and Proskauer moved to withdraw as his counsel. The district court denied Proskauer’s motion, effectively compelling the firm to continue its representation without compensation. Proskauer appealed and we reverse, holding that the district court abused its discretion.
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Richard Blech and Douglas Brandon participated in a securities fraud scheme. Blech pleaded guilty to his role, served his sentence, and returned home to France.…
2Cases cited11 opinions
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- United States v. GreenCourt of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit · 2008
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