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Alperstein and Diener Salutes our American Servicemembers on Memorial Day
The firm expresses thanks for the dedication and sacrifice of all members of the armed services and the Department of Defense, especially on this Memorial Day holiday. A Brief History of Memorial Day On May 5, 1868, three years after the end of the Civil War, the head of the Grand Army of the Republic…
Read MoreAndrew Alperstein Receives Not Guilty Verdict in Defense of Local Police Office
Criminal defense attorney, Andrew I. Alperstein, was successful in his defense of local police officer, Freddie Puryear. In July 2015, Puryear was accused of pointing a gun at his neighbor, Jason Wojciechowski. The jury found that Puryear was acting in self-defense. To watch Andrew’s interview and read the story in its entirety, click here.
Read MoreWarren Alperstein Quoted by CBS Baltimore Regarding Officer Nero’s Trial
Criminal Defense attorney, Warren S. Alperstein, was quoted by CBS Baltimore after the end of the first day of Officer Nero’s trial. Nero is one of six officers connected and charged with the death of Freddie Gray. The defense team for Nero has stated that their client was not involved in the arrest of Gray…
Read MoreAlperstein & Diener Attorney Warren S. Alperstein Gives Legal Analysis on Freddie Gray Trial
Legal Analyst and Alperstein & Diener attorney, Warren S. Alperstein gave commentary to WBAL regarding Officer Nero’s request for a bench trial. Mr. Alperstein is not involved with the case, but know the ins and outs of this case said that a bench trial will “take the emotion out of this case.” Mr. Alperstein also…
Read MoreWarren Alperstein Gives Legal Analysis Regarding the Initial Arrest of Freddie Gray
Warren S. Alperstein was quoted in WPYR’s article regarding the beginning of Officer Nero’s trial. Nero is one of the six officers charged in the death of Freddie Gray. Prosecutors are expected to argue Nero did not have the authority to chase Gray. Mr. Alperstein, a former prosecutor, stated that “The Supreme Court has ruled…
Read MoreFormer Prosecutor Warren Alperstein Quoted in The New York Times
Alperstein & Diener’s own Warren S. Alperstein was recently quoted in The New York Times regarding the circumstances of Freddie Gray’s initial arrest. Mr. Alperstein stated that “The Supreme Court has made it very clear that in circumstances like this, law enforcement has the absolute legal right to chase, pause, apprehend an individual who, for…
Read MoreWarren Alperstein Gives Commentary on Officer Nero’s Request for a Bench Trial
Alperstein & Diener attorney, Warren S. Alperstein, offered commentary on Maryland’s News This Week regarding Officer Nero’s request for a bench trial. Mr. Alperstein said that due to “some complicated constitutional issues regarding the legality of Gray’s arrest, that a judge might better understand than a jury.” There are mixed reviews on this particular procedural…
Read MoreWarren S. Alperstein Quoted in NPR's Around the Nation
Alperstein & Diener attorney, Warren S. Alperstein, was recently quoted in NPR’s Around the Nation piece regarding the trials of the officers connected with the death of Freddie Gray. The trials are set to resume in May, more than a year after Gray’s death occurred. Thus far, the hearings have left a trail of unanswered…
Read MoreRecognizing the Difference Between a Grand Jury and a Jury Trial
Grand juries and trial juries are made up of everyday citizens who are called for jury duty. However, they serve different purposes. What is a grand jury? The grand jury is called to assist the prosecution in deciding whether to bring criminal charges against a suspect. There are usually 23 people who make up a…
Read MoreMeeting with a Family Law Attorney
Meeting with a family law attorney can be a nerve-racking experience, but it shouldn’t be. Many people worry about what it really means to meet with a divorce attorney. Oftentimes, the biggest concern is whether or not their spouse will find out. People worry what others will think, and that if they meet with an…
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