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A Former Legal Giant Gets 87 Months in Prison for Wire Fraud Convictions

Practice of Law

With his sentence of 87 months for wire fraud on June 3, 2025, the now-disbarred Tom Girardi may only have prison yard disputes to try to litigate in his future. His co-defendant, former Girardi Keese CFO Christopher Kazuo Kamon, pleaded guilty in October 2024 to two counts of wire fraud. Part of Girardi's restitution is to pay $2.3

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Decoding Justice: Key Differences Between Civil and Criminal Litigation

CaseFox

The legal proceedings can be broadly categorised into civil and criminal litigation, each governed by distinct laws and procedures. This blog highlights the key differences between civil and criminal litigation according to the law. Discovery is the process by which parties exchange information and evidence.