defense lawyer
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Woodward has told other Justice Department lawyers that he considers himself a defense lawyer and is skeptical of the department’s enforcement actions, according to people familiar with the matter.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 25, 2026
De la Espriella, a 47-year-old criminal defense lawyer with a side hustle in online fashion retailing, talked little about economics on the campaign trail.
From Barron's ● Jun. 22, 2026
Todd Blanche was Trump’s criminal defense lawyer before joining the Justice Department in 2025.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 20, 2026
Heaps’ defense lawyer was not informed of the note or of the communications, and the trial proceeded to a verdict.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 2, 2026
Even Nathaniel Blackwood, the high-priced criminal defense lawyer hired by his dad, told Cole he might be tried as an adult.
From "Touching Spirit Bear" by Ben Mikaelsen
