Meghann M. Cuniff

Meghann Cuniff is a reporter and editor based in Southern California. A graduate of the University of Oregon, she worked at The Spokesman-Review in Spokane, Washington, and the Idaho Statesman in Boise, Idaho, before moving to California in 2013 to work at the Orange County Register. She spent four years as a litigation reporter for the Los Angeles Daily Journal and has written for Los Angeles Magazine, Bloomberg Law, ABA Journal, The Washington Post, the Los Angeles Times, The Forward, Los Angeles Business Journal and the Laguna Beach Independent. Email her at [email protected]. Twitter: @meghanncuniff

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April 04, 2022 | The Recorder

CA State Judge Orders Michael Avenatti to Appear for Trial in Lawsuit Over $5.4M

Avenatti has said he'll only appear via video and will invoke his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination, but the judge said his in-person testimony is preferred so the jury can assess his credibility.

By Meghann M. Cuniff

9 minute read

April 01, 2022 | The Recorder

After 9th Circuit Reversal, 2nd Jury Convicts Inmate of Plotting to Kill Judge, Prosecutors, FBI Agents

The judge handling the case called it the most difficult he's ever had to manage.

By Meghann M. Cuniff

6 minute read

March 31, 2022 | The Recorder

'So Dave Carter!' Judge's Home Base Reacts to Jan. 6 Subpoenas Ruling on John Eastman, Donald Trump

U.S. District Judge David O. Carter has built a legacy in Orange County's legal community as a fierce patriot with an unorthodox, hands-on approach to his cases.

By Meghann M. Cuniff

8 minute read

March 30, 2022 | Law.com

What's Next: San Jose Federal Jury Returns $40M Verdict in Tech Trade Secrets Trial

Welcome‌ ‌back‌ ‌to ‌‌What's‌ ‌Next‌, where we bring you the latest on the intersection of law and technology. You can email…

By Meghann M. Cuniff

4 minute read

March 28, 2022 | The Recorder

Judge Carter Says Donald Trump, John Eastman 'More Likely Than Not' Conspired to Obstruct Congress in Jan. 6 Capitol Attack

The 44-page ruling details why the judge believes Trump and Eastman likely committed crimes that warrant the crime-fraud exception to emails that typically could be covered by attorney-client privilege.

By Meghann M. Cuniff

10 minute read

March 25, 2022 | The Recorder

Federal Jury Convicts US Rep. Jeff Fortenberry of 3 Felonies for Lying About Campaign Donations

The nine-term congressman was allowed to stay out of custody pending sentencing, which is scheduled for June 28.

By Meghann M. Cuniff

4 minute read

March 24, 2022 | The Recorder

Trey Gowdy's Legal Advice to US Rep. Jeff Fortenberry Becomes Prominent Issue in Criminal Trial

Gowdy downplayed his legal knowledge and experience as a prosecutor on the witness stand as prosecutors tried to cast doubt on his claim that he didn't know Fortenberry was under criminal investigation.

By Meghann M. Cuniff

8 minute read

March 23, 2022 | Law.com

What's Next: Facebook Discovery + Cybersecurity Tips

Welcome‌ ‌back‌ ‌to ‌‌What's‌ ‌Next‌, where we bring you the latest on the intersection of law and technology. You can email me…

By Meghann M. Cuniff

5 minute read

March 22, 2022 | The Recorder

First Latina Justice Patricia Guerrero Affirmed to California Supreme Court

Guerrero succeeds Justice Mariano-Florentino Cuéllar, who left the court in October.

By Meghann M. Cuniff

5 minute read

March 18, 2022 | The Recorder

Federal Criminal Trial Opens in Los Angeles for Nebraska Congressman Jeff Fortenberry

The nine-term congressman is accused of lying to federal agents during an investigation into illegal foreign campaign contributions from a 2016 fundraiser in Los Angeles.

By Meghann M. Cuniff

7 minute read

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