"Most of the lawyers involved believe he probably is related."

None of the other private lawyers involved could be reached last night.

The trial is expected to take two weeks, but some lawyers involved expect it to last somewhat longer.

But the lawyers involved said it is likely that other cold war era claims will be considered.

"Today, there are three lawyers involved before an executive accepts a job."

The district has not decided whether to appeal the ruling, but some of the lawyers involved said it should.

The lawyers involved would have breached their duty of care.

Some lawyers involved believe that the deal happened because of the litigation hanging over everyone's heads.

But much of the case, according to lawyers involved and independent legal experts, will probably be far more banal.

All the lawyers involved will have had specialized training.