Emily Saul

Emily Saul is a Litigation Reporter for the New York Law Journal, covering New York's downstate courts. She can be reached via email at [email protected] or on Twitter @emily_saul_

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June 06, 2023 | New York Law Journal

George Santos Must Reveal Names of Bond Co-Signers, Judge Says

Santos has until midday Friday to appeal the ruling.

By Emily Saul

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June 06, 2023 | New York Law Journal

Cuba Gooding Jr. Settles Civil Rape Suit as Jury Selection Begins

The trial was expected to feature testimony from a handful of women who have accused the actor of sexual assault.

By Emily Saul

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June 06, 2023 | New York Law Journal

Trump's Lawyers Claim Verdict in Civil Trial Undermines Carroll's New Defamation Lawsuit

Carroll sued Trump for defamation after her denied her rape claims. But his lawyers now argue that the jury's finding of sexual abuse undermines the defamation claim.

By Emily Saul

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June 05, 2023 | New York Law Journal

No Recusal Needed for US Judge Tasked With Trump Removal Decision, Lawyers Agree

In new court filings, both prosecutors and defense attorneys said Senior U.S. District Judge Alvin Hellerstein, who worked as an attorney at Stroock for a Trump business entity, should not step aside.

By Emily Saul

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June 05, 2023 | New York Law Journal

Partner at Bryan Cave Arrested in Rockland Co. Sting Over Arranging to Meet Minor for Sex

Daniel Waxman has been charged with attempted dissemination of indecent materials to a minor in the first-degree, Rockland County District Attorney Thomas Walsh II said.

By Emily Saul

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June 05, 2023 | New York Law Journal

Bragg Backs New Bill to Criminalize 'Ghost' Gun Manufacturing

If passed, the measure would make manufacturing a felony, and the sale, distribution, or sharing of files containing blueprints a misdemeanor.

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June 02, 2023 | New York Law Journal

Justice Juan Merchan Must Recuse Himself, Trump Attorneys Argue

The judge's daughter's political work, Merchan's $35 campaign contributions, and his prior interactions with a former Trump Org. CFO render him unable to oversee the case, the defense says.

By Emily Saul

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June 02, 2023 | New York Law Journal

Lawyers From Emery Celli Can Collect $10 Million Civil Rape Judgment Against Paul Haggis From Ex-Wife: Judge

Haggis was found liable for raping publicist Haleigh Breest by a jury in November, but has repeatedly claimed he has no funds to pay the $10 million judgment or associated millions in attorney fees.

By Emily Saul

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