Nick Reiner's lawyer removes himself from murder case

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete January 8, 2026 at 12:11 AM

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Nick Reiner, charged with the first-degree murder of his parents, Hollywood director Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner, had his high-powered attorney, Alan Jackson, withdraw from the case during a court hearing in Los Angeles. The Reiners were found stabbed to death in their Brentwood home on December 14. Jackson cited circumstances beyond his and Reiner's control as the reason for his withdrawal, but maintained his belief in Reiner's innocence, while the District Attorney expressed confidence in a conviction. Reiner, who did not enter a plea, will now be represented by a public defender, Kimberly Greene, as he apparently lacks the funds for his defense. The next hearing is scheduled for February 23, to allow the new lawyer time to prepare.

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Harvey Weinstein 30% Kevin Spacey 30% Brentwood 40% Kimberly Greene 40% Los Angeles Superior Court 50% Nathan Hochman 50% LA County District Attorney 60% Los Angeles 60% Alan Jackson ×270% Michele Singer Reiner ×370% Rob Reiner ×780% Nick Reiner ×1090%

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