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Above the Law
3 weeks ago
Law

Todd Blanche Doesn't Seem To Understand How 'Being A Lawyer' Works

Defense attorneys need to recognize when the burden of proof is being met and have a robust defense prepared. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago
US Elections

Opinion | How Trump's Team Blew It

The criminal trial of Donald Trump could have ended differently if his defense team had adopted a different strategy.
Having a compelling counternarrative is crucial for the defense to win, especially in the face of a strong prosecution.
Simplifying the defense's story and presentation is key to winning over jurors in a trial. [ more ]
www.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago
Left-wing politics

Fox Host Says Mostly Black' Hunter Biden Jury Won't Convict For A Drug-Related Crime'

Hunter Biden's trial tactic of hoping for jury nullification based on racial makeup and influence highlighted by Fox News host Jesse Watters. [ more ]
Above the Law
3 weeks ago
Law

Todd Blanche Doesn't Seem To Understand How 'Being A Lawyer' Works

Defense attorneys need to recognize when the burden of proof is being met and have a robust defense prepared. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago
US Elections

Opinion | How Trump's Team Blew It

The criminal trial of Donald Trump could have ended differently if his defense team had adopted a different strategy.
Having a compelling counternarrative is crucial for the defense to win, especially in the face of a strong prosecution.
Simplifying the defense's story and presentation is key to winning over jurors in a trial. [ more ]
www.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago
Left-wing politics

Fox Host Says Mostly Black' Hunter Biden Jury Won't Convict For A Drug-Related Crime'

Hunter Biden's trial tactic of hoping for jury nullification based on racial makeup and influence highlighted by Fox News host Jesse Watters. [ more ]
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www.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago
New York City

How Prosecutors Made the Case Against Trump

The Manhattan district attorney utilized a novel legal strategy, leveraging state laws and the testimony of Michael Cohen, to secure a landmark conviction of former President Trump. [ more ]
#donald-trump
Washington Post
1 month ago
US news

Why Trump keeps reading printouts of news articles at his trial

Trump's unorthodox approach to his criminal trial includes using printouts of news stories and legal analysis to discredit the case. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
US Elections

Robert Costello, Defense Witness in Trump Trial, Advised Cohen Before a Falling Out

The defense aimed to discredit the prosecution's star witness, Robert J. Costello, by portraying Michael D. Cohen as a liar. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
JavaScript

Echoing Their Client, Trump's Lawyers Pursue an Absolutist Defense

Donald Trump's legal strategy intertwines with his political persona, emphasizing his character over criminal allegations. [ more ]
Intelligencer
2 months ago
Left-wing politics

Trump Is Ready to Flood Courts With Election Fraud Claims

People are anxious about potential election challenges by Trump after a 2024 loss; stricter laws may limit avenues for contesting results. [ more ]
The Atlantic
2 months ago
Law

Trump's Shoot-the-Moon Legal Strategy

Attacking judges can backfire, but if successful, the impact can be significant.
Donald Trump's approach to legal cases mirrors a risky 'shooting the moon' strategy. [ more ]
Above the Law
2 months ago
Law

Biglaw Partner Predicts Donald Trump Will Make History

The Trump legal team is attempting to delay the New York hush money trial by asking for Judge Merchan to recuse himself.
Neal Katyal predicts that Donald Trump will be convicted in a criminal trial - a first for a former president in American history. [ more ]
Washington Post
1 month ago
US news

Why Trump keeps reading printouts of news articles at his trial

Trump's unorthodox approach to his criminal trial includes using printouts of news stories and legal analysis to discredit the case. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
US Elections

Robert Costello, Defense Witness in Trump Trial, Advised Cohen Before a Falling Out

The defense aimed to discredit the prosecution's star witness, Robert J. Costello, by portraying Michael D. Cohen as a liar. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
JavaScript

Echoing Their Client, Trump's Lawyers Pursue an Absolutist Defense

Donald Trump's legal strategy intertwines with his political persona, emphasizing his character over criminal allegations. [ more ]
Intelligencer
2 months ago
Left-wing politics

Trump Is Ready to Flood Courts With Election Fraud Claims

People are anxious about potential election challenges by Trump after a 2024 loss; stricter laws may limit avenues for contesting results. [ more ]
The Atlantic
2 months ago
Law

Trump's Shoot-the-Moon Legal Strategy

Attacking judges can backfire, but if successful, the impact can be significant.
Donald Trump's approach to legal cases mirrors a risky 'shooting the moon' strategy. [ more ]
Above the Law
2 months ago
Law

Biglaw Partner Predicts Donald Trump Will Make History

The Trump legal team is attempting to delay the New York hush money trial by asking for Judge Merchan to recuse himself.
Neal Katyal predicts that Donald Trump will be convicted in a criminal trial - a first for a former president in American history. [ more ]
moredonald-trump
#aggressive-approach
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
US Elections

Trump, Venting About Lawyer in His Criminal Trial, Seeks More Aggression

Donald J. Trump is expressing frustration towards his lead lawyer for not being aggressive enough in his Manhattan criminal trial. [ more ]
New York Post
2 months ago
NYC politics

Adams' high-profile new lawyer goes on offensive to quash sex assault suit before mayoral race

Mayor Adams employs high-profile lawyer for aggressive legal strategy against sexual assault lawsuit.
Legal moves aim to clear Adams before opponents can leverage allegations during the 2025 mayoral primary. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
US Elections

Trump, Venting About Lawyer in His Criminal Trial, Seeks More Aggression

Donald J. Trump is expressing frustration towards his lead lawyer for not being aggressive enough in his Manhattan criminal trial. [ more ]
New York Post
2 months ago
NYC politics

Adams' high-profile new lawyer goes on offensive to quash sex assault suit before mayoral race

Mayor Adams employs high-profile lawyer for aggressive legal strategy against sexual assault lawsuit.
Legal moves aim to clear Adams before opponents can leverage allegations during the 2025 mayoral primary. [ more ]
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Los Angeles Times
2 months ago
New York City

Is Harvey Weinstein's California conviction in jeopardy after N.Y. appeals ruling?

Weinstein's defense attorney in the Los Angeles case believes the same legal strategy that led to the overturning of his New York conviction should work in California as well. [ more ]
Intelligencer
2 months ago
Law

How on Earth Do You Pick a Jury for a Trump Trial?

Jury selection is crucial in determining the outcome of a trial, with the composition of the jury potentially deciding the case.
The process of jury selection involves lawyers strategically aiming to eliminate biased jurors and populate the jury with sympathetic individuals. [ more ]
Above the Law
3 months ago
Law

Sometimes Inaction Is Better Than Action In Legal Matters

Taking no action can sometimes be more beneficial than taking action, especially in legal situations.
Lawyers may have a bias towards action to prove their worth, but sometimes staying silent or inactive is a better strategy. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
5 months ago
New York City

Menendez Lashed Out on the Senate Floor. Now, He's Fighting Back in Court.

Lawyers for Senator Menendez have asked for the dismissal of his indictment, claiming that prosecutors are criminalizing legislative activity and violating constitutional protections for members of Congress.
The defense team's legal brief provides insight into their strategy for the upcoming trial and addresses the accusations made by prosecutors, calling them false and distorted. [ more ]
#rudy-giuliani
HuffPost
6 months ago
US news

CNN Legal Analyst Spells Out Just How Bad Rudy Giuliani's Trial Tactics Have Been

CNN legal analyst criticizes Rudy Giuliani's legal strategy as the 'single worst ever devised'
Giuliani's strategy of repeating baseless claims in the defamation trial may result in a massive verdict [ more ]
www.mediaite.com
6 months ago
US politics

The Single Worst Legal Strategy Ever Devised by a Human Mind': Elie Honig Aghast at Giuliani's Tactics in Defamation Case

Rudy Giuliani is expected to face massive damages in a defamation case brought against him by Georgia election workers.
Giuliani's decision not to testify in the case is seen as a smart move to avoid further damaging himself. [ more ]
HuffPost
6 months ago
US news

CNN Legal Analyst Spells Out Just How Bad Rudy Giuliani's Trial Tactics Have Been

CNN legal analyst criticizes Rudy Giuliani's legal strategy as the 'single worst ever devised'
Giuliani's strategy of repeating baseless claims in the defamation trial may result in a massive verdict [ more ]
www.mediaite.com
6 months ago
US politics

The Single Worst Legal Strategy Ever Devised by a Human Mind': Elie Honig Aghast at Giuliani's Tactics in Defamation Case

Rudy Giuliani is expected to face massive damages in a defamation case brought against him by Georgia election workers.
Giuliani's decision not to testify in the case is seen as a smart move to avoid further damaging himself. [ more ]
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www.mediaite.com
6 months ago
Left-wing politics

White House Staffers 'Irritated' at Hunter Biden: Politico

The White House is divided on Hunter Biden's aggressive legal and PR strategy.
Some believe the fight fire with fire approach is best, while others think Hunter should fly under the radar.
The public tends to support individuals who fight for themselves. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
New York City

Opponents of Hochul's Move to Halt Congestion Pricing May Go to Court

Opposition to Gov. Hochul's unilateral decision on congestion pricing scheme in NYC.
Legal strategy being developed to challenge the halt of the central business district toll program. [ more ]
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