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Lawyer sanctioned for not pulling libel claim 

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Where an attorney refused to withdraw his client’s libel complaint despite being told the challenged communication was absolutely privileged, he and his client are liable for the $33,875 in attorneys’ fees. Background On May 5, 2021, the court orally granted defendant Stefan A. Halper’s motion for sanctions, dismissed this suit asserting claims for defamation and ...

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