Disbarred Lawyer Tom Girardi Sentenced to Over Seven Years for Embezzlement
Tom Girardi, a former celebrity lawyer, was sentenced to 87 months in prison for embezzling millions from clients, including accident victims.
Overview
Tom Girardi, once a prominent attorney known for high-profile cases, was sentenced to 87 months in prison for embezzling tens of millions from clients. The 86-year-old was found guilty of wire fraud and ordered to pay $2.3 million in restitution and a $35,000 fine. Girardi's actions affected clients awaiting settlement funds for medical treatments. Despite his Alzheimer's diagnosis, the court deemed him competent for sentencing. He must report to authorities by July 17, 2023.
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Analysis
- The articles detail Tom Girardi's sentencing for stealing millions from clients, emphasizing the severity of his crimes.
- They reflect a critical view of Girardi's actions and the financial restitution he must pay to victims.
- The overall tone conveys a sense of justice served, highlighting the tragic downfall of a once-respected lawyer.
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"…A federal judge sentenced disbarred celebrity lawyer Tom Girardi to seven years and three months in prison on Tuesday for embezzling tens of millions of dollars from his clients, including several with severe physical injuries and families of people killed in accidents."
ABC News·1M·"…A federal judge sentenced disbarred celebrity lawyer Tom Girardi to seven years and three months in prison."
Fortune·1M·"…A federal judge sentenced disbarred celebrity lawyer Tom Girardi to seven years and three months in prison on Tuesday for embezzling tens of millions of dollars from his clients, including several with severe physical injuries and families of people killed in accidents."
Associated Press·1M·FAQ
Tom Girardi's fraud involved embezzling millions from clients in a Ponzi scheme, where he diverted funds meant for clients to pay for other settlements and personal luxuries.
Girardi's actions severely affected his clients, many of whom were accident victims awaiting settlement funds for medical treatments, including those who suffered serious injuries or lost loved ones.
Despite Tom Girardi's age-related dementia, U.S. District Judge Josephine Staton ruled against placing him in a medical facility, instead sentencing him to prison. The court deemed him competent for sentencing.
Tom Girardi was ordered to pay more than $2.3 million in restitution and fines as part of his sentence.
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