Lawyer Suddenly Steps Away From Case
In a surprising turn of events, the well-known defense attorney representing Nick Reiner suddenly quit the case just minutes before Nick was supposed to appear in court. Nick is accused of killing his famous father, filmmaker Rob Reiner, and his mother, Michele. The lawyer, Alan Jackson, asked the judge to remove him from the case without giving a clear reason.
Possible Money Issues Behind the Decision
Sources believe the sudden withdrawal may be linked to money problems. It is suspected that Nick’s family may have stopped paying for his legal defense, which left Jackson no choice but to step aside. The judge quickly appointed a public defender, Kimberly Greene, who has nearly two decades of experience, to take over the case. Nick agreed to the change in court.
Attorney Claims Client Is Innocent
Less than an hour after quitting the case, Jackson held a press conference and publicly said that Nick was not guilty. However, he still did not explain why he withdrew as Nick’s lawyer. This unexpected move raised many questions and added more confusion to an already shocking case.
Mental Health and Case Details
Nick has reportedly been diagnosed with schizophrenia and is expected to plead not guilty by reason of insanity. Reports say he was under psychiatric care and that his medication may have caused serious mental issues before the incident. He also has a long history of substance abuse treatment.
What Happens Next
Rob Reiner, 78, and Michele, 70, were found dead in their home in December. Nick was arrested soon after and could face life in prison if convicted. His next court date is scheduled for February 23.
