dishonest
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Many state bar associations have client security funds or similar services that exist to reimburse clients like you who have had funds embezzled or otherwise stolen by dishonest attorneys.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 11, 2026
Crockett herself told a reporter that Godfrey is dishonest and lost a defamation case.
From Slate • Mar. 3, 2026
Lauren Bis, the woman reported to be McLaughlin’s replacement, may be an even more dishonest character.
From Salon • Feb. 23, 2026
They had committed to teaching our children, cleaning up our air and water, holding dishonest businesses to account.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 19, 2026
“No, I suppose that’s true. But wasn’t that dishonest, Hermione? I mean, you’re a prefect, aren’t you?”
From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling
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