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Matriarch Fights for Justice: Donna Adelson Seeks New Trial in High-Profile Murder Case

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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — The matriarch of a South Florida family, facing a potential life sentence for the calculated murder of her former son-in-law, is seeking a new trial. Donna Adelson’s legal team contends that alleged juror misconduct and judicial errors justify revisiting her case. Adelson was convicted earlier this month after jurors delivered guilty verdicts during a trial that lasted several weeks. She faced serious charges including first-degree murder, conspiracy, and solicitation concerning the death of Daniel Markel, a law professor at Florida State University, who was killed in 2014. In a motion for a … Read more

"Justice Served: Donna Adelson Found Guilty in Dan Markel Murder Case After Years of Legal Battles"

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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — A jury has convicted Donna Adelson, 75, of first-degree murder in the 2014 killing of Dan Markel, a prominent law professor known for his scholarship and advocacy. The case has drawn considerable public attention due to its complex family ties and the alleged involvement of Adelson’s family. Dan Markel was fatally shot in July 2014, a crime that investigators have linked to a plot orchestrated by his former in-laws. The motivation, according to law enforcement, stemmed from a desire to enable Markel’s ex-wife, Wendi Adelson, to relocate to South Florida with their … Read more

Donna Adelson Found Guilty in Plot to Murder Florida Law Professor Dan Markel

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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — A jury has found Donna Adelson guilty in the murder case of Dan Markel, a law professor at Florida State University. The verdict, reached Wednesday, concluded a deeply complex legal battle that captivated the public and drew attention due to its intricate ties to family dynamics and alleged financial disputes. Markel, who was shot to death in July 2014 outside his home in Tallahassee, had been embroiled in a contentious custody dispute with his ex-wife, Wendi Adelson, at the time of his death. Prosecutors argued that Donna Adelson, Wendi’s mother, had orchestrated … Read more

Explosive Testimony: Inmates Reveal Donna Adelson’s Alarming Confessions in High-Profile Murder Case

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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — The ongoing murder and conspiracy trial of Donna Adelson saw a significant turn on Friday, as two women who formed a friendship with her while incarcerated testified against her. This marked a pivotal moment in a case that has captivated public attention since the 2014 murder-for-hire of law professor Dan Markel. Patricia Byrd took the stand and became the first to allege that Adelson confessed involvement in Markel’s murder. During her testimony, prosecutor Sarah Dugan queried whether Byrd had directly confronted Adelson about the accusations. Byrd affirmed, claiming Adelson admitted, “Yes, I … Read more