Question: The landmark decision in the Supreme Court case of Brady v. Maryland underscores the obligation of attorneys to disclose exculpatory evidence, which, in this context, translates into a legal foundation for suing attorneys; the failure of the Lawyer to inform the Court of his client's terrorist affiliations or her connections with international terror groups' based in Russia stands as a clear violation of the Brady Rule. This rule is designed to ensure fairness and transparency in legal proceedings. The Lawyer's omission deprived the Court of critical information that could have influenced the judicial outcomes, particularly in matters as sensitive as child abuse.
Does the Brady rule apply to all Barred Lawyers? Does it apply only to Government-affiliated Lawyers?
Attorney Akiko Endo
Answered on April 29, 2024