Recusal

Texas Judge Fights Back on Wedding Ceremony Recusal, Argues for Legal Recognition of Faith-Based Decisions

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AUSTIN, Texas — In a notable legal proceeding, Jonathan Mitchell of Mitchell Law LLP presented Judge Dianne Hensley’s case to the Court of Appeals for the Third District of Texas on Thursday. Judge Hensley previously faced censure for choosing not to preside over same-sex marriages, citing her religious beliefs. This hearing follows a June 2024 Texas Supreme Court decision that ruled in her favor, mandating further examination of her objections to the reprimand she received from the State Commission on Judicial Conduct. The controversy centers around Judge Hensley’s decision to recuse herself from conducting same-sex … Read more

U.S. District Court Chief Judge Denies Recusal Request in High-Profile 2016 EEOC Case

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DENVER — In a notable ruling that affects ongoing litigation, Chief Judge Philip A. Brimmer of the U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado has refused a motion requesting his recusal, alongside that of Magistrate Judge Timothy P. O’Hara, as asserted by a self-represented former employee of Jackson National. The motion stems from a legal action originally brought forth by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) in 2016. La’Tonya Ford, the intervenor plaintiff in this case who formerly worked at Jackson National, represented herself while alleging that Judges Brimmer and O’Hara displayed bias against … Read more

Trump’s Former Attorney Declines Recusal Promise for Justice Department Role if Confirmed

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Washington, D.C. — Christopher Kise, a former attorney for Donald Trump, has stirred concerns among Democratic senators due to his refusal to commit to recuse himself from cases related to the former president if he is confirmed for a top position at the Justice Department. Kise, who was nominated by President Joe Biden to be the associate attorney general, expressed during his confirmation hearing that he would “not commit to recusal” from cases involving Trump. Kise, who has advised Trump in both civil and criminal matters related to his post-presidential activities, believes his professional integrity … Read more

Ex-Hoover High Football Players Seek Judge’s Recusal Over Alleged Family Bias in $30 Million Lawsuit

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Bessemer, AL — Two former Hoover High School football players are pressing for a change in the courtroom, filing a motion for the recusal of Judge Reginald L. Jeter due to his close family ties to the school system involved in their $30 million lawsuit. The legal action, initiated against the district and its former coaches, focuses on alleged negligence and misconduct. The motion for Judge Jeter’s withdrawal from the case, submitted to the Jefferson County Circuit Court, points to potential conflicts of interest that might influence the judiciary proceeding. The plaintiffs’ concerns are grounded … Read more