Defense

Drowsy Defense: Massachusetts Court Grants New Trial for Murder Defendant as Lawyer Caught Sleeping in Courtroom

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BOSTON – In a startling turn of events, a murder defendant in Massachusetts is now looking at a new trial after his defense lawyer was found asleep during crucial parts of the proceedings. The state’s top court made the ruling on Monday, stating that the lawyer’s behavior constituted a violation of the defendant’s constitutional right to counsel. The defendant, who was convicted of first-degree murder, appealed his conviction, arguing that his lawyer’s inadequate representation had deprived him of a fair trial. The lawyer, who has not been named publicly, was observed sleeping multiple times during … Read more

New Jersey Senator Menendez Hires Defense Attorney Known for Criticizing Prosecutorial Overreach

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TRENTON, N.J. – Senator Bob Menendez, who is set to stand trial in New York in May, has hired a new lawyer to represent him. The move comes as Menendez faces a series of indictments alleging bribery and acting as an unregistered foreign agent. Menendez’s new attorney, Yaakov Roth, will join his legal team in the fight against the charges. Menendez’s current lawyers wrote in a statement that the accusations against him are “outrageously false” and distort the truth. Roth, who has previously expressed concerns about the criminalization of politics, will no doubt bring his … Read more

Marquette-Based Lawyer Karl Numinen Recognized as Top Criminal Defense Attorney in Leading Lawyers Survey

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Marquette, Michigan – Karl Numinen, a criminal defense lawyer based in Marquette, has been recognized as one of the top criminal defense lawyers in a recent survey conducted by Leading Lawyers. The survey identified the top 10 criminal defense lawyers based on feedback from their peers. Numinen expressed his pride in being the only Upper Peninsula (U.P.) criminal defense lawyer listed in the survey, describing it as a rewarding achievement. In an interview, Numinen highlighted the caliber of his fellow attorneys on the list, such as Tom Cranmer, a former United States attorney and a … Read more

Defense Attorneys Banned from D.C. Jail After Drug Residue Found on Paperwork

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Two defense attorneys have been prohibited from meeting with clients at the D.C. jail after traces of illegal drugs were discovered on paperwork they brought into the facility, according to sources within the city’s Department of Corrections. The attorneys, Kevin McCants and Donna Beasley, have been notified that they can only communicate with their clients through video meetings or by having their colleagues conduct face-to-face visits. McCants, a seasoned lawyer practicing in the District since 2005, revealed in an interview that he was informed by corrections officials last month about the ban … Read more