Emily Saul

Emily Saul

Emily Saul is a Litigation Reporter for the New York Law Journal, covering white collar crime and business courts in New York City. She can be reached via email at [email protected] or on Twitter @emily_saul_

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December 16, 2024 | New York Law Journal

US Supreme Court Declines to Review Ex-New York Lt. Gov. Brian Benjamin's Case, Paving Way for Trial

In a petition for writ of certiorari filed in August, defense attorneys Barry Berke and Dani James of Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher asked the justices to consider whether a heightened quid pro quo standard is required in bringing certain corruption cases.

By Emily Saul

2 minute read

December 16, 2024 | New York Law Journal

Former Top Aide to NYC Mayor Eric Adams Expects Imminent Indictment, Her Lawyer Says

The charges that will likely be brought Ingrid Lewis-Martin were not immediately clear, though defense attorney Arthur Aidala told reporters during a news conference that he believed the case was related to allegedly improper gifts.

By Emily Saul

3 minute read

December 16, 2024 | New York Law Journal

Former High-Ranking Manhattan Prosecutor Is Representing Luigi Mangione

Karen Friedman Agnifilo served as chief assistant district attorney in the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office between 2014 and 2021. Before that she was chief of the office’s trial division.

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December 13, 2024 | New York Law Journal

Ex-US Sen. Robert Menendez Loses Bid for Retrial

U.S. District Court Judge Sidney Stein ruled that the jury's verdict was supported by "extensive" evidence against the former lawmaker, who represented New Jersey as a Democrat.

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2 minute read

December 13, 2024 | New York Law Journal

'Extremely Troubling:' Trump Defense Team Attacks Prosecutor's Novel Arguments Against Dismissing Case

In a motion made public earlier this week, Manhattan prosecutors suggested the judge not dismiss Trump's guilty verdict, but instead conclude the case as if the defendant had legally died.

By Emily Saul

3 minute read

December 12, 2024 | New York Law Journal

Ben Brafman's Professional Legacy After 50 Years? Himself

At 76 years old, Benjamin Brafman says he’s not going anywhere and business is better than ever.

By Emily Saul

19 minute read

December 12, 2024 | Litigation Daily

Like a Life Raft: Ben Brafman Reflects on Nearly 50 Years as a Defense Attorney

At 76 years old, Benjamin Brafman says he’s not going anywhere and business is better than ever.

By Emily Saul

18 minute read

December 11, 2024 | Daily Business Review

After Miami Arrest, Top Real Estate Broker Brothers Facing Sex Crimes Charges

The charges follow civil suits from dozens of women alleging drugging and rape by Tal, Oren and Alon Alexander.

By Emily Saul

2 minute read

December 11, 2024 | New York Law Journal

Top Real Estate Broker Brothers Facing Federal Sex Crimes Charges

The charges follow civil suits from dozens of women alleging drugging and rape by Tal, Oren and Alon Alexander.

By Emily Saul

2 minute read

December 10, 2024 | New York Law Journal

'Abatement by Death?:' Manhattan Prosecutors Suggest Trump Judge Could End Case Without Vacating Jury Verdict

Prosecutors with the Manhattan DA's Office, citing the so-called "Alabama rule," said Acting Justice Juan Merchan could halt proceedings pre-sentencing, without dismissing the verdict or the indictment.

By Emily Saul

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