The trial of Mr. Goffer and two others started Thursday who have been charged with insider-trading, conspiracy and securities fraud. Jurors asked for office supplies – dry erase board and the trading records cited as evidence. The trial shall be continued Monday. Two former lawyers of Ropes & Gray are alleged to have passed on the confidential information to Goffer through his friends against a substantial amount paid by him. They have already testified guilty along with two more and the four are listed as cooperating witnesses.
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