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Law Practice

Oct. 22, 2005

Appeal Panel Spares Sheppard Mullin From Brunt of Suit

SAN FRANCISCO - Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton dodged a bullet Thursday when a San Francisco-based appellate panel tossed claims the firm helped orchestrate a financial Ponzi scheme that lost $300 million for investors.

By John Roemer
Daily Journal Staff Writer
        Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton dodged a bullet Thursday when a San Francisco-based appellate panel tossed claims the firm helped orchestrate a financial Ponzi scheme that lost $300 million for investors.
        However, the 1st District Court of Appeal panel let stand some portions...

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