Michael Jackson replaces Attorneys

[GCP]

http://story.news.yahoo.com/news?tmpl=story&cid=514&e=3&u=/ap/20040425/ap_on_en_mu/michael_jackson

Michael Jackson (news) is replacing high-profile attorneys Mark Geragos and Benjamin Brafman in his child molestation case, the lawyers told The Associated Press on Sunday.

The pop superstar's new lawyer will be Thomas Mesereau Jr., another well-known criminal defense attorney who represented actor Robert Blake (news) in his murder case until they recently parted company, citing irreconcilable differences.

"Based on recent developments and discussions with various persons in the Jackson camp, it became clear that it would be best if Mark and I decided to step down," Brafman said. "And that's what we elected to do."

Asked why, Brafman said, "For reasons we choose not to discuss publicly."

He added, "We both wish Michael well."

Mesereau declined to answer questions Sunday. "I'll have no comment on the developments until I appear in court Friday," he said, referring to a pretrial hearing where Jackson is expected to be arraigned.


Did they dump him or did he dump them?

My guess would be the former.

[saracat]

1. Who Cares?

Nuff said.

[The Zanti Regent]

2. Well, this will get endless replays on CNN

Wonder if they will change their penis obsession from Clinton to Michael??????

[bluestateguy]

3. I'm sorry did you say something?

:boring:

[are_we_united_yet]

4. Real important

real important

[nostamj]

5. it's times like this

that I wish there was a way to reply that would kick a topic DOWN the list.

MJ got the lead story over the RALLY on CNN tonight.

who cares about that sick sick man. he needs therapy not publicity. (if not incarceration if convicted)