Posts in category "Trial Practice"
The Ethics of Mudslinging in Court – What is Next for Durham Courts?
I have received a lot of support for my last blog asking Tracey Cline to resign, and appreciate that support. Since then, I have been weighing the serious allegations of ethical misconduct that have been lodged against Ms. Cline. In this blog I take a closer look at the ethical ramifications of making false statements in filings, failing to notify opposing parties of motions, and making false statements against a judge which impugn the integrity or qualifications of that judge. And I look at what may be next for our Courts.
False Filings and Going Behind Someone’s Back
Ms. Cline has been … read more »
The Possibilities of Forgiveness and Reconciliation
When a mother loses her son, when he is shot and killed, it is natural to assume there is nothing but anger, hatred, and revenge in her heart. When a sister loses her dear brother, the source of joy and humor in her life, it is natural to assume she feels only ill will toward the person who took her brother from her. In my work defending people charged with murder, I have witnessed miraculous moments of forgiveness and reconciliation. I have received expressions of love and grace from these most unexpected messengers of hope.
When I litigate murder cases, I … read more »
Recent Trial Results: The Power of Story Telling
In my most recent trial, my client was charged with the death of two people (2 charges of first degree murder, facing life without parole), gunshot wounds to two other people (assault with a deadly weapon with the intent to kill inflicting serious injury), the armed robbery of one person, and a pistol whipping to a person’s head (assault with a deadly weapon inflicting serious injury).
The jury came back guilty of second degree murder and voluntary manslaughter, and not guilty on the remaining charges. He received a sentence that will allow his release before he is 36 years old.
The … read more »
