Currently out on a $5,000 bond after pleading not guilty to the 11-count indictment, Caraway’s legal woes seem to be multiplying. The disciplinary commission’s findings align closely with the criminal charges, painting a picture of a lawyer exploiting his position for personal gain.
Parallel Cases Unveil Deceptive Tactics
Caraway’s disciplinary case mirrors the criminal charges, exposing a trail of deception. Instances cited by the commission highlight Caraway’s alleged use of forged court documents to siphon client funds. One case involved a fictitious complaint filed on behalf of a client, where Caraway retained a $3,500 retainer without conducting any legitimate legal work.
In another shocking revelation, Caraway is accused of negotiating a settlement on behalf of an assaulted disabled woman, only to forge a court order directing $15,000 for repairs, diverting the amount for his own expenses.
Illinois’ attorney Accused Of Pocketing $375K : The Hefty Toll on Clients
Clients were not spared in Caraway’s alleged scheme, with amounts ranging from $26,000 to $64,000 simply vanishing into the attorney’s pockets. The severity of these accusations raises questions about the lengths to which Caraway went to enrich himself at the expense of those who trusted him with their legal matters.
Disciplinary Commission Panel Weighs In
Janaki H. Nair, Lauren M. Noll, and Brian Russell, members of the hearing board panel, are tasked with navigating the complex web of allegations against Caraway.
Illinois’ attorney Accused Of Pocketing $375K : Legal Battle Unfolding
While the Illinois Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission is moving forward with the case “In the Matter of Jason Russel Caraway,” Caraway’s criminal defense is handled by Steve Weinhoeft of the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Illinois.
