Tom Girardi, a once-renowned lawyer, was sentenced to seven years and three months in prison for embezzling millions from clients, including those severely injured and families of deceased victims. U.S. District Judge Josephine L. Staton also imposed a $35,000 fine and $2.3 million in restitution. Found guilty of wire fraud, Girardi had a prominent legal career before his disbarment in 2022. Despite being diagnosed with Alzheimer's, he was ruled competent for sentencing, underscoring the complexities surrounding his legal and mental health situation. Girardi's case involved significant emotional testimonies from affected clients.
Girardi, who was once regarded as one of the top attorneys, was sentenced to over seven years in prison after embezzling millions from clients.
The judge deemed him mentally competent to be sentenced despite his Alzheimer's diagnosis, highlighting the complexity of the case.
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