In the realm of criminal law, justice is a delicate balancing act. It hinges not only on facts of the case, but also on the effectiveness of legal representation. One of the most significant challenges faced by defendants is the potential for ineffec...
Read MoreIn this comprehensive blog post, we will delve into the world of successful and landmark ineffective assistance of counsel cases, examining both the concept and its practical application through landmark legal decisions. We will cite references to ca...
Read MoreIn the realm of criminal law, the right to effective assistance of counsel is paramount. In the landmark case of Strickland v. Washington, 104 S.Ct. 2052 (1984), the U.S. Supreme Court established a two-pronged test to determine whether a defendant r...
Read MoreWhen raising a claim of ineffective assistance of counsel (“IAC”), it is important to understand when to present the argument. I have been asked, do I file the claim in the direct appellate brief or the post-conviction brief? Because this...
Read MoreA reader has asked, what are some successful ineffective assistance of counsel cases? To answer the question, I decided to create another checklist. It is designed similar to the free post-conviction checklist and free habeas corpus checklist. ...
Read MoreThe right to legal representation is a fundamental aspect of the American criminal justice system. When facing criminal charges, individuals in Vermont have the right to an attorney who defends their interests and protects their rights by providing c...
Read MoreThe right to legal representation is a fundamental aspect of the American criminal justice system. When facing criminal charges, individuals in West Virginia have the right to an attorney who defends their interests and protects their rights by provi...
Read MoreThe right to legal representation is a fundamental aspect of the American criminal justice system. When facing criminal charges, individuals in Tennessee have the right to an attorney who defends their interests and protects their rights by providing...
Read MoreThe right to legal representation is a fundamental aspect of the American criminal justice system. When facing criminal charges, individuals in South Dakota have the right to an attorney who defends their interests and protects their rights by provid...
Read MoreThe right to legal representation is a fundamental aspect of the American criminal justice system. When facing criminal charges, individuals in New Hampshire have the right to an attorney who defends their interests and protects their rights by provi...
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