Investigative journalists expose family court corruption and unconstitutional gag orders in The Unknown Podcast with Michael Volpe and Richard Luthmann.
Richard Albert Luthmann, a 45-year-old man from Staten Island, New York, has a history that spans a once-prominent legal career to a dramatic fall from grace, involving multiple criminal charges and eventual disbarment. He was previously associated with phone numbers like (718) 227-7853 and an email address, rluthmann@gmail.com. His primary residence is listed as 146 Fingal St., Staten Island, NY 10312, though he has also been connected to an address at 243 W 63rd St., Apt 2d, New York, NY.
Luthmann was a practicing attorney in both New York and New Jersey, with a law office in Staten Island and another in Iselin, NJ. However, his legal career was marred by his involvement in extensive criminal activities, culminating in his disbarment. He was at the center of a federal criminal case in the Eastern District of New York, where he pled guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud and conspiracy to commit extortionate collection of credit. These charges stemmed from his participation in a scheme that targeted Chinese companies in the scrap metal business.
The fraudulent operation involved setting up companies that pretended to sell valuable scrap metal but instead shipped containers filled with cheaper materials, like concrete, hidden under a veneer of scrap metal. The fraud was sophisticated, using companies with names similar to legitimate businesses in the industry, which deceived buyers. Luthmann and his co-conspirators managed to steal over $484,000 from their victims, with Luthmann personally receiving around $190,000. He also played an active role in managing the finances of the fraudulent operation, moving money through various banks and responding to inquiries related to suspicious transactions.
The extent of Luthmann's criminal activities went beyond fraud. He was also involved in a kidnapping conspiracy and extortion. When a business dispute arose among the co-conspirators, Luthmann arranged for an armed enforcer to threaten one of his associates in his own law office, demanding payment. This escalation in violence, combined with other serious criminal acts, painted a clear picture of Luthmann’s descent into unlawful conduct.
In a particularly disturbing aspect of the case, Luthmann manipulated a blind man named Russell Davenport to serve as the nominal president of one of the fraudulent companies. Davenport, who had initially approached Luthmann for legal help, was drawn into the scheme under false pretenses. Luthmann took advantage of Davenport's disability to shield the fraudulent company from legal consequences, believing that using someone with a disability would complicate any legal challenges. Davenport’s identity was used to conduct financial transactions and open bank accounts that facilitated the ongoing fraud.
Luthmann’s criminal actions did not stop there. After being arrested in December 2017, he was initially released on a $1.5 million bond, but later violated the terms of his bail. He sent threatening letters to his wife, believing she was cooperating with federal authorities, and distributed confidential wiretap transcripts to others, further complicating his legal troubles. As a result, his bail was revoked, and he was detained at a federal medical facility.
His downfall culminated in a disbarment in both New York and New Jersey, following a motion filed by the Office of Attorney Ethics in New Jersey. The New Jersey Supreme Court ruled that his actions—ranging from wire fraud to extortion—violated the ethical standards expected of an attorney. His conduct, which included failing to disclose critical facts and engaging in fraudulent acts, left no doubt that he was unfit to continue practicing law. Despite having no prior disciplinary history, the severity of his offenses led to his disbarment.
The fraudulent activities Luthmann orchestrated left a trail of victims, including businesses that lost significant sums due to his deceit. Companies that purchased what they believed to be valuable scrap metal were instead shipped containers full of worthless materials. One of the major victims was GDB International, a company that wired $140,000 for a container of scrap metal, only to discover upon delivery in China that the container was mostly filled with concrete. This deception caused GDB financial loss and reputational damage, as they were accused of engaging in illegal activity by Chinese authorities. Despite promises to resolve the issue, Luthmann disappeared, leaving his victims without recourse.
In addition to his fraud and extortion schemes, Luthmann faced other legal challenges, including a lawsuit he filed against the Federal Bureau of Investigation in the Middle District of Florida. This ongoing case underscores his continued involvement in legal disputes, even as his personal and professional life unraveled.
Luthmann’s case is a stark example of how a once-successful attorney became entangled in criminal activities that ultimately destroyed his career. His manipulation of vulnerable individuals, involvement in violent extortion, and large-scale financial fraud make his story a cautionary tale about the consequences of abandoning ethical and legal standards. Despite his attempts to maintain his legal career, the evidence of his guilt and the severity of his actions led to his permanent removal from the legal profession. His story is one of ambition, deceit, and downfall, leaving behind a legacy of legal malpractice and criminal behavior.
Brandon, we get it. You don't need to post the same comment in every article. I'm glad you can use Google and read DOJ press releases but they have little to do with this story, or any of the stories you are posting the same comment on.
It's Beermann. It's what I told you. They do a drive-by every time we tell the truth about them. I'll leave this one up as a specimen and take down the rest because they add nothing to the discussion of the facts.
What they don't realize is that if they want a war, they have much more to lose. Each and every one of their lawyers would need real reputation defense.
Beyond that, they have the facts all wrong. I think my dad might have a claim against them. That's all his information. Let's see them get away with doxxing and defaming a senior citizen.
Richard Albert Luthmann, a 45-year-old man from Staten Island, New York, has a history that spans a once-prominent legal career to a dramatic fall from grace, involving multiple criminal charges and eventual disbarment. He was previously associated with phone numbers like (718) 227-7853 and an email address, rluthmann@gmail.com. His primary residence is listed as 146 Fingal St., Staten Island, NY 10312, though he has also been connected to an address at 243 W 63rd St., Apt 2d, New York, NY.
Luthmann was a practicing attorney in both New York and New Jersey, with a law office in Staten Island and another in Iselin, NJ. However, his legal career was marred by his involvement in extensive criminal activities, culminating in his disbarment. He was at the center of a federal criminal case in the Eastern District of New York, where he pled guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud and conspiracy to commit extortionate collection of credit. These charges stemmed from his participation in a scheme that targeted Chinese companies in the scrap metal business.
The fraudulent operation involved setting up companies that pretended to sell valuable scrap metal but instead shipped containers filled with cheaper materials, like concrete, hidden under a veneer of scrap metal. The fraud was sophisticated, using companies with names similar to legitimate businesses in the industry, which deceived buyers. Luthmann and his co-conspirators managed to steal over $484,000 from their victims, with Luthmann personally receiving around $190,000. He also played an active role in managing the finances of the fraudulent operation, moving money through various banks and responding to inquiries related to suspicious transactions.
The extent of Luthmann's criminal activities went beyond fraud. He was also involved in a kidnapping conspiracy and extortion. When a business dispute arose among the co-conspirators, Luthmann arranged for an armed enforcer to threaten one of his associates in his own law office, demanding payment. This escalation in violence, combined with other serious criminal acts, painted a clear picture of Luthmann’s descent into unlawful conduct.
In a particularly disturbing aspect of the case, Luthmann manipulated a blind man named Russell Davenport to serve as the nominal president of one of the fraudulent companies. Davenport, who had initially approached Luthmann for legal help, was drawn into the scheme under false pretenses. Luthmann took advantage of Davenport's disability to shield the fraudulent company from legal consequences, believing that using someone with a disability would complicate any legal challenges. Davenport’s identity was used to conduct financial transactions and open bank accounts that facilitated the ongoing fraud.
Luthmann’s criminal actions did not stop there. After being arrested in December 2017, he was initially released on a $1.5 million bond, but later violated the terms of his bail. He sent threatening letters to his wife, believing she was cooperating with federal authorities, and distributed confidential wiretap transcripts to others, further complicating his legal troubles. As a result, his bail was revoked, and he was detained at a federal medical facility.
His downfall culminated in a disbarment in both New York and New Jersey, following a motion filed by the Office of Attorney Ethics in New Jersey. The New Jersey Supreme Court ruled that his actions—ranging from wire fraud to extortion—violated the ethical standards expected of an attorney. His conduct, which included failing to disclose critical facts and engaging in fraudulent acts, left no doubt that he was unfit to continue practicing law. Despite having no prior disciplinary history, the severity of his offenses led to his disbarment.
The fraudulent activities Luthmann orchestrated left a trail of victims, including businesses that lost significant sums due to his deceit. Companies that purchased what they believed to be valuable scrap metal were instead shipped containers full of worthless materials. One of the major victims was GDB International, a company that wired $140,000 for a container of scrap metal, only to discover upon delivery in China that the container was mostly filled with concrete. This deception caused GDB financial loss and reputational damage, as they were accused of engaging in illegal activity by Chinese authorities. Despite promises to resolve the issue, Luthmann disappeared, leaving his victims without recourse.
In addition to his fraud and extortion schemes, Luthmann faced other legal challenges, including a lawsuit he filed against the Federal Bureau of Investigation in the Middle District of Florida. This ongoing case underscores his continued involvement in legal disputes, even as his personal and professional life unraveled.
Luthmann’s case is a stark example of how a once-successful attorney became entangled in criminal activities that ultimately destroyed his career. His manipulation of vulnerable individuals, involvement in violent extortion, and large-scale financial fraud make his story a cautionary tale about the consequences of abandoning ethical and legal standards. Despite his attempts to maintain his legal career, the evidence of his guilt and the severity of his actions led to his permanent removal from the legal profession. His story is one of ambition, deceit, and downfall, leaving behind a legacy of legal malpractice and criminal behavior.
Brandon, we get it. You don't need to post the same comment in every article. I'm glad you can use Google and read DOJ press releases but they have little to do with this story, or any of the stories you are posting the same comment on.
It's Beermann. It's what I told you. They do a drive-by every time we tell the truth about them. I'll leave this one up as a specimen and take down the rest because they add nothing to the discussion of the facts.
What they don't realize is that if they want a war, they have much more to lose. Each and every one of their lawyers would need real reputation defense.
Beyond that, they have the facts all wrong. I think my dad might have a claim against them. That's all his information. Let's see them get away with doxxing and defaming a senior citizen.
This is criminal impersonation, I believe by BEERMANN LLP and others:
https://luthmann.substack.com/p/law-firm-from-hell-beermann-llp-accused