Having had two lawyer parents, Del Toro enrolled at the University of California at San Diego with the intention of becoming a lawyer himself until a freshman acting class led him to alter his career path. ... Del Toro's characterization of Fred Fenster, a mumbly, wisecracking criminal involved in a murder, earned him the first of two back-to-back Independent Spirit Awards. His second came the following year for his performance as the best friend of influential New York ...

Then, following a letter (pdf) sent to the judge presiding over the election contest by the attorney for the Republican chair of the US House administration committee claiming the constitution gives sole authority to Congress, and Congress alone, whether or not to seat Bilbray, the case was ... It's a pity the same courtesy was not given to the voters of San Diego in the race, but at least – barring any surprises – that same outrage should not happen in Minnesota. ...

That is why coordinated efforts like Project Safe Childhood, which brings federal, state, and local law enforcement and prosecutors together in task forces led by the local United States Attorney to combat online child sexual exploitation, are so important. ... Last year, RCFL examiners working with the San Diego Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force targeted an international ring of child molesters, who distributed photos and videos over the Internet. ...

Attorney Bill Palmer represents her and countless other citizens in a class action lawsuit against the state of California. "They figured the safety-deposit box was safer than keeping it under the mattress," Palmer said. .... For those who say the economy has already turned, I'm dubious about that," said Dan Seiver, a finance professor at San Diego State University.” money.cnn.com/2009/10/21/markets/thebuzz/index.htm? Commercial Banks Next to Go Belly Up ...