His lawyers also contend that the donors, in most cases, were not doing business with the governor's office.

And that is just the way it should be, lawyers for shareholders contend.

Instead, his lawyers contend that he and the six oil workers should be freed for good conduct.

Some lawyers contend that the charge is vague and difficult to prove.

But the bank's lawyers contended that the evidence did not support the verdict and said they would appeal.

His lawyer contends that the case represents retribution by the Bush administration.

The lawyer contends that predictions are for a mild winter.

The man's lawyers contend that he suffers from mental illness.

As a nonprofit organization, the lawyers contend, it has an obligation to serve those most in need.

Lawyers for the state contend the law regulates conduct, not speech.