Nick Reiner Asks for Money From $1.5M Trust: Key Takeaways From Document
Summary
Nick Reiner, son of director Rob Reiner, has asked a court to release money from a $1.5 million trust set up by his parents. He wants the funds to pay for his legal defense and basic needs while he awaits trial on charges of murdering his parents.Key Facts
- Nick Reiner is charged with the murder of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michelle Singer Reiner.
- Nick's parents created individual trusts for their children, including him, with money to be released at ages 30 and 35.
- Nick turned 30 but did not receive the first half of his trust money as stated in the trust terms.
- The trustees have denied releasing the funds, giving various excuses including doubts about Nick's competence.
- Nick's attorneys say the trust's terms are clear and deny the trustees’ reasons for withholding the money.
- Nick needs the money to pay legal fees and buy basic items like soap and socks while in jail.
- High-profile attorney Alan Jackson had agreed to represent Nick but withdrew after Nick’s siblings stopped funding him.
- The Los Angeles County Public Defender’s Office is currently representing Nick.
- The petition says Nick is presumed innocent and should have access to his lawfully owned funds to mount his defense.
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