I bet you didn't know how far a lawyer could fall until you heard about Tom gerardi Tom gerardi once a celebrated attorney has been convicted of embezzling a staggering $15 million from his clients known for his high-profile cases gerardi diverted settlement funds meant for those he pledged to protect this verdict is a shocking blow to the legal community and raises serious concerns about trust and ethical conduct within the profession the conviction has captivated public attention casting a harsh Spotlight on Gerard's Fall From Grace once hailed as a defender of the disadvantage Gerard's actions have left many questioning the Integrity of the legal system stay tuned for more updates as this story continues to unfold CBS News will provide ongoing coverage of this evolving story