NASCAR champion Jimmie Johnson (photo) testified on Monday in the Helio Castroneves' tax evasion trial, stating that a lawyer who is also charged in the case has a sterling reputation in the motorsports world.
Jimmie Johnson said that Michigan lawyer Alan Miller, also charged with conspiracy and tax evasion, has many clients in NASCAR and the Indy Racing League.
Johnson, 33, said Miller - a former professional football player and former NFL Players Association lawyer - has represented him for about 12 years and came widely recommended by racing industry leaders.
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Jimmie Johnson said that Michigan lawyer Alan Miller, also charged with conspiracy and tax evasion, has many clients in NASCAR and the Indy Racing League.
Johnson, 33, said Miller - a former professional football player and former NFL Players Association lawyer - has represented him for about 12 years and came widely recommended by racing industry leaders.
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