Former President Donald Trump's legal team is comprised of seasoned legal professionals with extensive experience in federal prosecution and criminal defense. Todd Blanche, Emil Bove, Susan Necheles, and Kendra Wharton are the key members of Trump's legal defense.
Emil Bove, a former co-chief of the national security unit at the US attorney’s office for the Southern District of New York, is recognized for his expertise in white-collar and CIPA-related litigation. Bove's background in federal prosecution brings a wealth of experience to Trump's legal defense strategy.
Todd Blanche, another prominent member of the legal team, has a diverse legal background as both a prosecutor and defense attorney. Blanche successfully had the criminal indictment against Trump's 2016 campaign chairman, Paul Manafort, dismissed before trial. Additionally, he achieved a favorable outcome in the high-profile prosecution of Igor Fruman, an associate of Rudy Giuliani, in the Southern District of New York.
Susan Necheles, a veteran criminal defense lawyer, represented Trump's business in a tax fraud trial in 2022, where the company was convicted. Necheles' deep experience in New York and her track record in criminal defense make her a valuable asset to Trump's legal defense team.
Kendra Wharton, a skilled white-collar defense lawyer with a background in practicing law in Washington, DC, has recently joined Trump's legal team. Described as a 'brilliant lawyer' by Todd Blanche, Wharton's reputation for providing trusted legal counsel further strengthens the legal defense team's capabilities.
With a team of seasoned legal professionals, including former federal prosecutors and experienced criminal defense lawyers, Donald Trump's legal defense is well-equipped to navigate the complex legal challenges ahead.
