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Emily Saul

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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May 31, 2024 | New York Law Journal

Ambiguity of Trump Gag Order Leaves Him at Risk of Contempt, Jail

"You could fashion an argument that the restrictions on speech generally are really geared toward protecting the trial or any interference with the trial, but the jurors' safety issue is one that would continue past them returning a verdict," opined one observer. Trump's defense team did not seek clarification of the orders following his conviction on Thursday.

By Emily Saul

4 minute read

May 30, 2024 | New York Law Journal

Trump Found Guilty by Manhattan Jury on 34 Felony Counts in Fraud Case

Trump, 77, was found guilty of 34 counts of falsifying business records. Prosecutors persuaded the jury that he conspired with others to "catch and kill" negative stories about himself during the 2016 presidential election cycle, thereby unlawfully influencing the election.

By Emily Saul

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May 30, 2024 | New York Law Journal

Breaking: Jury Has Reached a Verdict in People v. Trump

The verdict is expected to be read shortly. Trump, 77, is charged with 34 counts of falsifying business records. Prosecutors claim he conspired with others to "catch and kill" negative stories about himself during the 2016 presidential election cycle, thereby unlawfully influencing the election.

By Emily Saul

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May 29, 2024 | New York Law Journal

Trump Jury Adjourns Following More Than 4 Hours of Deliberations

Jurors requested to hear testimony from David Pecker and Michael Cohen during their first day of deliberations, which began just before 11:30 a.m.

By Emily Saul

3 minute read

May 29, 2024 | New York Law Journal

Read the Charge: Manhattan Jury Now Deliberating Trump's Culpability

Ex-President Donald Trump is charged with falsifying business records as part of an alleged scheme to suppress information from voters during the 2016 election.

By Emily Saul

2 minute read

May 28, 2024 | New York Law Journal

Perfect 'Tour Guide' or 'MVP of Liars'?: Lawyers Clash Over Cohen Testimony in Trump Closing Arguments

To secure a conviction, prosecutors must prove that Trump caused his company's business records to be falsified to conceal another crime – specifically the use of unlawful means to influence the 2016 presidential election.

By Emily Saul

5 minute read

May 21, 2024 | New York Law Journal

'It Takes Courage': Zayas Remarks on Judicial Service at Presentation Award Named For Late Judge

The award was presented at the annual Awards Dinner and Reception of the Network Bar Leaders on Tuesday.

By Joseph A. Zayas

7 minute read

May 21, 2024 | New York Law Journal

'Ridiculous': Robert Costello Denies Intimidating Michael Cohen, as Trump Trial Testimony Closes

Costello resumed the stand on Tuesday as the second and final witness in the defense's case in chief. Summations are expected on Tuesday, May 28.

By Emily Saul

3 minute read

May 20, 2024 | New York Law Journal

'Are You Staring Me Down?' Judge Merchan Rebukes Robert Costello for Improper Decorum

The first flareup occurred less than 10 minutes after the Davidoff Hutcher & Citron partner took the stand as a defense witness in Donald J. Trump's Manhattan criminal trial.

By Emily Saul

4 minute read

May 16, 2024 | New York Law Journal

'Admit It': Trump Defense Accuses Michael Cohen of Lying During Direct Testimony

Michael Cohen previously testified he called Trump to let him know the Stormy Daniels matter was handled. But the defense showed texts suggesting the call was actually over harassing messages from a purported 14-year-old.

By Emily Saul

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