defense lawyer

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At the time of her Epstein interactions, Ruemmler was a white-collar defense lawyer at Latham & Watkins and a highly-sought legal mind.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 6, 2026

One prominent criminal tax defense lawyer said he would give his clients a copy of Ver’s agreement and tell them, “These are the guys who got this done.”

From Salon • Jan. 23, 2026

In spring 2024, Willis took the stand to defend her decision-making in a rare and tense courtroom showdown between a state district attorney and a defense lawyer.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 26, 2025

Plasencia will remain out on bail until his sentencing on Dec. 3 on request from his defense lawyer, who argued that he is one of the primary caretakers of a 2-year-old son.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 23, 2025

At the trial, Elizebeth had to face off against defense lawyer Edwin Grace, who worked for the Capone family.

From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield