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A lawyer accused of stealing millions from First Nations trust funds faces a major legal showdown after an Alberta judge froze $8.5 million of his assets. The Tallcree First Nation and Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation allege Jeffrey Rath mismanaged their funds—$15 million and $12 million respectively—with the judge finding a strong case for improper payments. Rath denies wrongdoing, calling it a “fee dispute” and claiming he’s generated billions in economic opportunities for Indigenous communities. He’s ordered to reveal asset locations and undergo an oath exam, while a neutral reviewer will assess his finances by August 11th. The case is escalating as both nations seek his removal from financial oversight.

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