Lawyers in the Attic

Bamieh & De Smeth
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Lawyers in the Attic

Weekly conversations with lawyers and law students about all things legal in the 21st century, from big criminal cases and celebrity lawsuits to the challenges of figuring out what to wear in court. Recorded in a big beautiful attic space at the law offices of Bamieh & De Smeth in Ventura, California.

  1. 18 HR. AGO

    Ep 46 - Tik Tok v America w Danielle De Smeth

    It was a wild weekend for Tik Tok users, with the app shutting down on Saturday night, only to reappear on Sunday morning with a cryptic thank you note to “President Trump” for magically restoring access to America’s number one brain-rotting video platform. This week Danielle joins us for a conversation all about the legal angles at play here, from the U.S. government’s argument that Tik Tok represents a national security threat to the larger free speech issues attached to social media in general. Where is this all headed? We’re not sure, but like and subscribe! 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

    51 min

  2. 5 DAYS AGO

    Ep 45 - Do Grandparents Have Rights? w/ Jennifer Yates

    This week I’m joined by family law attorney Jennifer Yates, who helps answer the question: What legal rights, if any, do grandparents have over child custody and visitation when parents divorce? She offers some surprising takes on how this works in reality, and explains how grandparents and other stakeholders can navigate the challenging legal landscape of a rearranged family unit. In this episode we briefly discuss the 2008 true crime documentary Dear Zachary: A Letter to a Son About His Father, but be warned: it’s an immensely disturbing story. 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

    36 min

  3. JAN 9

    Ep 44 - Trial Diary - The People v Christopher Rodriguez, Part Three w Danielle De Smeth

    On Part Three of our Trial Diary, attorney Danielle De Smeth provides some shocking updates in the trial of Christopher Rodriguez. Rodriguez was a teacher who worked at the UCLA Early Care and Education Center for more than 25 years. He stands accused of a number of charges of sexual abuse of children at the school, and Danielle is representing several of the victims’ families in potential civil litigation regarding UCLA’s negligence and liability for Rodriguez’s alleged crimes. In this trial diary, Danielle tells us about the verdict in this trial, and how it changes the future legal landscape for Mr. Rodriguez, UCLA, and the victims’ families. 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

    32 min

  4. JAN 2

    Ep 43 - Murderball w/ Jennifer Yates and Meghan Sherry

    It’s a whole new year for Lawyers in the Attic, and we’re starting off 2025 by diving into our sick obsession with history’s nastiest serial killers. In this conversation, attorneys Jennifer Yates and Meghan Sherry come to the attic to discuss the recent Netflix documentary This is the Zodiac Speaking, as we explore how the Zodiac murders sparked our collective interest in weird killings and the strange, often disturbingly normal people who commit them.  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

    50 min

  5. 12/19/2024

    Ep 42 - Trial Diary - The People v Christopher Rodriguez, Part Two w Danielle De Smeth

    On Part Two of our Trial Diary, attorney Danielle De Smeth catches us up on developments in the trial of Christopher Rodriguez. Rodriguez was a teacher who worked at the UCLA Early Care and Education Center for more than 25 years. He stands accused of a number of charges of sexual abuse of children at the school, and Danielle is representing several of the victims’ families in potential civil litigation regarding UCLA’s negligence and liability for Rodriguez’s alleged crimes. In this trial diary, Danielle explains the relationship between criminal and civil trials, and offers details on how abusers can hide in plain sight by manipulating their institutional position. This is a disturbing and eye-opening conversation about kids, parents, teachers, and the legal system’s role in challenging powerful people and organizations. 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

    39 min

  6. 12/12/2024

    Ep 41 - Trial Diary - The People v Christopher Rodriguez, Part One w Danielle De Smeth

    Christopher Rodriguez was a teacher who worked at the UCLA Early Care and Education Center for nearly 25 years. He stands accused of a number of charges of sexual abuse of children at the school, and attorney Danielle De Smeth is representing several of the victims’ families in potential civil litigation regarding UCLA’s negligence and liability for Rodriguez’s alleged crimes. In this trial diary, Danielle explains the relationship between criminal and civil trials, and offers details on how abusers can hide in plain sight by manipulating their institutional position. This is a disturbing and eye-opening conversation about kids, parents teachers, and the legal system’s role in challenging powerful people and organizations. 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

    41 min

  7. 12/05/2024

    Ep 40 - The Curious Trial of Manuel Rodriguez w Ron Bamieh

    Manuel Rodriguez was 19 years old when he was charged with a gang-related murder in Santa Paula, California in 2007. The resulting trial, in which founding partner Ron Bamieh served as his defense attorney, contained shocking twists and revelations that resulted in a surprising (and historic) outcome. In this conversation, Ron joins us to share the story of Manuel’s case, and offers his thoughts on the challenges of handling criminal defense when the prosecution is playing with a loaded deck. 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

    47 min

  8. 11/27/2024

    Ep 39 - Broken Home for the Holidays w Jennifer Yates

    It’s holiday time, so you know what that means: bitter divorces and custody disputes! This week we talk with family law attorney and senior partner Jennifer Yates about the special family pressure that holidays can bring, particularly for families dealing with kids and custody issues. Jennifer shares some brutal stories along with tips on how everyone can navigate this time of year with minimum drama and maximum cheer. Links to resources mentioned in this episode: Handling Holiday Hassles with a Co-Parent Who Hates You BIFF for Co-parent Communication 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

    42 min
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Weekly conversations with lawyers and law students about all things legal in the 21st century, from big criminal cases and celebrity lawsuits to the challenges of figuring out what to wear in court. Recorded in a big beautiful attic space at the law offices of Bamieh & De Smeth in Ventura, California.

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  • Creator
    Bamieh & De Smeth
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    49
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2024
  • Show Website
    Lawyers in the Attic

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