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Judge Freezes $8.5M in Alleged Mismanagement | Edmonton News
A judge in Alberta has frozen nearly $8.5 million in assets tied to lawyer Jeffrey Rath and his company, following accusations from the Tallcree First Nation that he mishandled funds meant for band members under a 2017 federal settlement. While no charges have been proven, the freeze — covering bank accounts, investments, vehicles, and property — is temporary and allows Rath $100K for legal fees and $10K for living expenses. Rath, known for his separatist group Stay Free Alberta, denies wrongdoing, blaming the chief for escalating legal costs, and claims audited statements and a third-party…
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