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Law Practice,
Ethics/Professional Responsibility

Dec. 14, 2021

DA dismisses fraud case against Newport Beach attorney

Prosecutors alleged Steven Mehr engaged in a “referral for compensation” scheme using the Jacoby & Meyers name. The defense accused the prosecutor of questing Mehr’s clients without consent.

The Orange County district attorney dismissed an indictment alleging a Newport Beach trial lawyer engaged in a "referral for compensation" scheme when he bought the rights to use the name of personal injury firm Jacoby & Meyers.

"These charges should have never been brought," said Marshall Camp of Hueston Hennigan LLP, which defended Steven Mehr. "Mr. Mehr has dedicated his life to representing individuals whose lives have been affecte...

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