Is Greenberg Traurig John Grishams The Firm?
Remember John Grisham’s classic legal drama The Firm? Remember how slick lawyer Avery Tolar (played by Gene Hackman in the movie) and his firm helped criminal clients? The hidden files in the Caymans? That’s just the kind of association a big, respected law firm wants nothing to do with. But a report this morning explains how Greenberg Traurig’s work for Allen Stanford in Antigua may have helped the disgraced financier perpetuate his alleged $7 billion fraud. Miami Herald: Though not under criminal investigation, Greenberg Traurig is facing a legal review of its actions on this tiny island that was the center of his banking kingdom. The court-appointed receiver trying to recover money for victims is demanding records of the legal work provided to the disgraced banker — including that of Greenberg. The effort is the latest by the receiver to untangle the complex deals spun by Stanford as well as the conduct of his lawyers. The demand for the records has put a rare spotlight on Greenber
