Lawyers in the Attic

Ron joins us for a critical development in the case of Loay Alnaji, who is charged in the death of Paul Kessler at a pro-Palestinian rally in November 2023. The case's result has caused signficant controversy, and Ron is here to clear the air. Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & DeSmeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic  

What happens when "road rage" turns into a criminal offense? Ron Bamieh joins us for a conversation about some of his recent "rage" cases, as we explore how encounters between strangers can turn violent, and the legal trouble that results. Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & DeSmeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic  

This week our resident education attorney, Meghan Sherry, returns to offer parents some ideas and resources about the tricky transition from the school year into summer "vacation," and how both kids and adults can help create a safe, fun, and productive summer outside of the school environment. Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & DeSmeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic  

This week we travel up the California coast to visit Danielle De Smeth at the firm's Santa Barbara office. Danielle gives us a history of "Bamieh & De Smeth North" and explains how legal practice is a bit different in America's Riviera. Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & DeSmeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic  

This week Ron joins us to discuss a recent New York Times piece detaling a new Oklahoma law that offers leniency to victims of domestic violence who kill their abusers. Ron discusses how such a law might offer hope to victims like Jane Laut, and explains how we might persuade California lawmakers to adopt something similar. Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & DeSmeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic    

This week Ron joins us in the attic to share important updates on the case of Loay Alnaji, who is facing trial in the death of a man he encountered at a political demonstration over the Israel/Gaza conflict in 2023. Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & DeSmeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic  

This week Ron Bamieh joins us for an update on the case of Jacob Caliboso, who was convicted of murder last year and is now appealing that conviction. Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & DeSmeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic  

This week Danielle joins us in the attic for some shocking updates on two of her recent cases. Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & DeSmeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic

What are the signs that a marriage is in trouble? And what qualities do the strongest marriages share? This week divorce attorney Jennifer Yates helps us sift through the red and green flags when it comes to a relationship's long-term viability.  Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & DeSmeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic  

This week Ron joins us in the attic to discuss the legal implications of the Jeffrey Epstein case, as files revealing the disgraced financier's connections to prominent political figures continue to be released. What are the realistic scenarios for accountability? Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & DeSmeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic  

We are celebrating 100 episodes of Lawyers in the Attic, and taking a look at the podcast's most memorable moments, with Ron, Jennifer, and Danielle sharing their thoughts about the pod's past, present, and future. Top Ron episodes: Ep 11 - Finding Katrina, Chapter One Ep 47 - How to Start a Law Firm  Top Jen episodes: Ep 3 - Where Dreams Go to Die Ep 32 - Child Custody Across Borders Top Danielle episodes: Ep 77 - Someone Has to Pay Ep 58 - The Trial of Jane Laut, Part Two   Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & DeSmeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic  Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic  

This week Ron Bamieh joins us to share an important update on the Mike Johnson case, in which a former Ventura city councilmember is alleging a Brown Act violation surrounding a series of incidents in 2023. What's the Brown Act? And why is this a groundbreaking case? Ron explains in this conversation. Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & DeSmeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic  

New year, new laws! This week family law attorney Jennifer Yates joins us to explain how major changes in divorce law are coming to California in 2026, and what that means for the future. Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & DeSmeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic    

Recent weeks have witnessed a disturbing escalation in state violence and violation of Constitutional rights by government agents, creating big questions that touch on the intersection of history, morality, and legality. Danielle De Smeth joins us in the attic for a conversation about our collective political moment and the role of lawyers in the larger direction of American democracy. Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & DeSmeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic  

Spencer Noren is a Ventura resident and citizen journalist whose popular, and sometimes controversial, Instagram page Ventura Forward covers a wide range of local happenings and issues. This week he joins us in the attic to talk with Ron Bamieh about his family's recent legal case, how it was resolved, and why interactions between police and juveniles carry a particular set of challenges. Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & DeSmeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic  Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic  

How much would YOU settle for? When it comes to civil cases, money is the main avenue for resolving disputes. In this episode, founding partner Ron Bamieh dispels some common myths about how money works in personal injury lawsuits, and outlines steps that you can take to protect yourself from financial injustice. Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & DeSmeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic  Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic  

Being a lawyer is not for the faint of heart. As we've documented on this podcast, legal work can be extremely stressful, and can take a serious emotional and physical toll on attorneys who aren't mindful of how their job is affecting them. In this episode, we talk with Danielle De Smeth about her own strategies for surviving the rigors of a legal career, from breathing and visualization exercises to scuba diving and mini-vacays. Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & De Smeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic  

What new laws are coming our way in 2026? Founding partner Ron Bamieh joins us to discuss some of the big changes happening in the legal world this year, from new ways of prosecuting theft to regulations on AI and electric vehicles.  Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & De Smeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic  

Are new, stronger strains of cannabis part of a larger mental health crisis? Founding partner Ron Bamieh offers his perspectives on a growing trend in his criminal practice: connections between young men, marijuana use, and psychological issues leading to violent offenses. What's really going on?  Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & De Smeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic    

It's the holiday season once again, so it's time to talk with family law attorney Jennifer Yates about the icy, decidedly uncheerful world of divorce and child custody. When the "elf on the shelf" is your ex-husband's lawyer, and Santa Claus is a local judge, what kinds of decisions can families make to ensure a painless holiday experience? Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & De Smeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic  

This week the firm's founding partner, Ron Bamieh, joins us for an often brutally honest conversation about the future of the legal industry, as we continue our consideration of how AI is changing the way lawyers think, work, and run their business. Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & De Smeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic  

This week senior partner Danielle De Smeth returns from the Crisp Game Changers Summit in Atlanta, Georgia, to reflect on what lawyers and law firms can do to "future proof" their legal practice, with ideas about how AI is set to revolutionize the legal industry. What can we do to prepare for what's coming? Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & De Smeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic

How is AI changing the legal industry? Will lawyers even EXIST in five years? This week senior partner Jennifer Yates joins us to discuss the new bestseller How to Think about AI: A Guide for the Perplexed by Richard Susskind. Jennifer recently saw Susskind speak at this year's CLIO conference and shares her thoughts on the wide-ranging implications of new AI-driven legal technology, and what it means for the future of law and justice. Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & De Smeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic  

Attorney Danielle De Smeth joins us for an update on the civil case against UCLA, filed by families of children abused at the university's early education center. We discuss the meticulous process of mediation and the larger emotional dynamics involved in assessing damages. Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & De Smeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic

With more than 30 years of legal experience, Ron Bamieh has seen it all. In this conversation, he offers his ideas on how to spot good and bad lawyers. What qualities should you look for when hiring an attorney? And what behaviors are instant red flags? Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & De Smeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic  

Senior partner Jennifer Yates joins us this week to report on her experience at this year's ClioCon, a major legal conference in which lawyers and other professionals discuss the state of the industry and the future of practicing law. This year, of course, AI was a hot topic, and Jennifer shares her ideas about how tech is changing (and not changing) the way lawyers do business. Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & De Smeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic  

This week's Ron Bamieh joins us to provide updates on three important local cases: The closing of a private Christian school and the site's uncertain future; the Brown Act case against city officials for improper accusations against former city councilman Mike Johnson; and a shocking recent development in the case of Loay Alnaji, who is charged with involuntary manslaughter for an incident at a political protest in Thousand Oaks. Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & De Smeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic  

This week our founding partner, Ron Bamieh, comes to the attic to answer questions from our listeners, touching on all manner of legal intrigue and controversy, from whether you can sue your annoying neighbors to how to protect children from predators. Ron always brings hot takes, and this episode is a chance to hear his stories and advice on topics we rarely cover on the show. Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & De Smeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic  

This week, family law attorney Jennifer Yates returns from a week in court, and she has a story to tell. At a contentious divorce-related trial, she encounters a series of personalities and events that shed light on how, even in the most straightforward cases, things are not what they seem.  Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & De Smeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic  

Having spent much of his legal career trying criminal cases, Ron's not a big fan of family law. And yet, he's been a part of some major family law cases over the years. In this episode, he offers his takes on the world of divorce, restraining orders, and custody battles, and explains why he tends to stay away from family court these days. Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & De Smeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic  

This week our resident education attorney, Meghan Sherry, returns to offer parents some ideas and resources about the "placement" process in school, and explains what to do if you disagree with how your student is being treated by school administration. .  Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates: https://www.copaa.org/ Wrightslaw: https://www.wrightslaw.com/   Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & De Smeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic  Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic

This week Ron tells us about his recent car accident and resulting fight with insurance companies, a saga that offers some deep lessons about the injustice of the system and how individuals can fight for their rights against forces that often seem out of our control. Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & De Smeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic  Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic  

It's back to school time, so our resident education attorney Meghan Sherry swings by the attic for a conversation all about the myths, distortions, and outright lies that circulate about children with disabilities, and the rights that parents and students have when dealing with the public school system.  Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & De Smeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic  Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic  

This week attorney Danielle De Smeth gives us an update on the firm's civil lawsuit against UCLA in the case of Christopher Rodriguez, a teacher at the university's Early Care and Education Center, who was recently convicted of several charges related to the sexual abuse of minors at the school. Danielle shares details on the complicated investigation, the grief experienced by victims and their families, and the practical construction of a demand letter that properly frames the case's weight and wider significance. Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & De Smeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic  Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic

Defense attorney Ron Bamieh gives us an update on the case of Loay Alnaji, a local college professor charged with involuntary manslaughter in the death of Paul Kessler, after the two had an altercation at a political rally in the wake of the 10/7 attacks in Israel. This case will likely go to trial this fall, and obviously carries intense emotions connected to the larger global politics involved. Ron explains his strategy for Alnaji's defense, and how he plans to navigate the often distorted narratives being spun on social media. Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & De Smeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic  Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic    

Do people go to prison, or even face execution, for crimes they didn't commit? As a former prosecutor and current criminal defense attorney, Ron Bamieh has seen all sides of the legal system, and shares his candid takes on what really happens in the nation's courts. From plea bargains to the death penalty, this conversation explores some of the darker questions lurking under the surface of American justice. For more on the case of Cameron Todd Willingham:  https://innocenceproject.org/news/cameron-todd-willingham-wrongfully-convicted-and-executed-in-texas/ Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & De Smeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic  Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic  

How weird and petty do people get when in the midst of a contentious divorce? Spoiler: VERY weird and petty! This week we talk with family law attorney Jennifer Yates about some of the wackier things she's encountered in her practice, from couples fighting viciously over custody of a toaster oven to emotional disagreements about dog and cat visitation rights. Jen offers some incredible examples and lessons from years of litigating broken marriages, as we explore the stranger side of divorce law. Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & De Smeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic  Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic  

What happens when your client is found guilty of murder? In the conclusion of our series on the art of criminal defense, attorney Ron Bamieh walks us through the final part of the process: hearing the jury's verdict and dealing with the consequences. Since Ron just wrapped up a murder trial last week, he's got plenty of takes on the subject and as always, offers his candid observations on how the system really works. Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & De Smeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic  Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic  

Do you really "get everything" if your partner cheats? Do moms always get full custody of the kids? Spoiler alert: Um, no. This week we talk with family law attorney Jennifer Yates about the biggest myths, lies, and outright bullsh!t that the American public believes about how divorce, child custody, and family court actually work in real life. What you don't know CAN hurt you, and Jen is here to clear things up. Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & De Smeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic  Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic  

Is filing a lawsuit an easy way to get rich? A lot of Americans seem to think so! But the truth is, of course, far more complicated. In this episode, attorneys Danielle De Smeth and Meghan Sherry debunk the many myths about personal injury lawsuits, and discuss the reasons why so many falsehoods exist in the first place (spoiler: insurance companies have a lot of money and influence). Let's set the record straight about what really happens when you're injured and seeking recourse. Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & De Smeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic  Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic  

This week Jennifer Yates joins us to talk about shocking developments in the case of four college students murdered in Moscow, Idaho in 2022. How did all sides come to this decision? And what does this case's outcome tell us about the strengths and weaknesses of our legal system? Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & De Smeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic  Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic  

Everyone knows that, if you're accused of a crime, you're entitled to a court-appointed attorney. But, as family law attorney Jennifer Yates explains this week, that's not the case in divorces – which means that a significant number of people end up representing themselves in their own divorce proceedings. In this episode, Jennifer tells us about the things that can go wrong in family court, the poisonous paths that some choose to take, and the ways to avoid a prolonged, painful legal experience when a marriage falls apart. Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & De Smeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic  Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic  

This week Danielle De Smeth joins us for an update on the case of Christopher Rodriguez, a teacher at UCLA's Early Care and Education Center, who was recently convicted of several charges related to the sexual abuse of minors at the school. We talk about new developments in the case, and Danielle shares ideas for parents and children about detecting and preventing child predators from hiding in plain sight. Check out Danielle's Op-Ed, "We can equip ourselves with the tools to save our kids" Our previous episodes on the Rodriguez case: Part One Part Two Part Three  Part Four Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & De Smeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic  Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic  

In Part 2 of our series on the art of criminal defense, founding partner Ron Bamieh walks us through the mechanics of going to trial, from preliminary hearings to verdict. Using examples from his years of experience on both sides of the criminal justice system, Ron offers an inside look at the often surprising process that individuals face when accused of a serious crime.  Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & De Smeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic  Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic  

Ron Bamieh has served as a criminal defense attorney for many years, handling everyday crimes like DUIs and assaults alongside some of the area's highest profile murder cases. In this series of episodes, he walks us through the process of defending a person accused of a crime, from initial contact with the client, detailed investigations, negotiations with law enforcement, and much more. Along the way we hear stories from Ron's often dramatic experiences, as he draws from real-life cases to illustrate how the system works. Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & De Smeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic  Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic  

In cities and towns across America, roving gangs of teens and pre-teens prowl the streets on electric bicycles, wreaking untold havoc and creating unbelievably contentious lawsuits. Shocking stuff! This week Danielle joins us for a conversation about the new legal territory being mapped out by the presence of e-bikes on our streets. How dangerous are these things, really? And what types of precautions can parents, drivers, and pedestrians take to protect themselves from legal and even criminal liability WHEN E-BIKING GOES WRONG?? Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & De Smeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic  Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic  

What is an "Alternative Business Structure" and how is it changing the future of the legal industry? This week senior partner Jennifer Yates helps guide us through the brave new world of corporate-owned law firms, Amazon medical clinics, and other dystopian developments on the horizon of American society, with private equity firms taking aim at industries that have long held themselves to values beyond the relentless pursuit of profit. Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & De Smeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic  Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic  

What rights and responsibilities come into play when children are involved in legal cases? The firm's senior partners (Ron Bamieh, Danielle De Smeth, and Jennifer Yates) join us this week to share stories from their careers in which children were witnesses, victims, and/or criminal defendants in a wide range of cases, and how the firm handles this particularly delicate area of the law.   Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & De Smeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic  Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic

How often do social media posts, texts, and other bits of digital life come up in court cases? As it turns out, extremely often! In this conversation, family law attorney Jennifer Yates explains the many dangers of lashing out on social media during divorce and child custody cases, as we explore how the colorful alternate reality on your phone intersects with the very real world of law and order. Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & De Smeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic  Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic

A question often asked of criminal defense attorneys is, "How do you represent such TERRIBLE people who have done such HORRIBLE things?" This week, I talk with former prosecutor and current criminal defense attorney Ron Bamieh about the moral and ethical elements at play in serving as defense counsel. Ron has represented a wide range of clients accused of everything from sexual assault to murder, and has lots to say about why defense work is such a vital part of our system of justice.  Lawyers in the Attic is brought to you by the law offices of Bamieh & De Smeth: https://www.bamiehdesmeth.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawyersintheattic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawyersintheattic  Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawyersintheattic