Lawyer Who Dropped Nick Reiner Breaks Silence – Here's What He Said

The attorney representing the filmmaker's son has spoken out after stepping away from the explosive double-murder case that has gripped headlines across the nation.

Alan Jackson had previously represented Nick Reiner, who stands accused of brutally stabbing his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner, to death. The high-profile attorney chose to break his silence during a recent appearance on the podcast "Hot Mics with Billy Bush."

Refuses to Speak for Reiner

During the interview, host Billy Bush pressed Jackson on whether he had anything to share on behalf of his former client. Jackson's answer left no room for confusion. "No. No. Um, I don't speak on Nick's behalf at this point. I speak as a private citizen at this juncture, right?" he said. "I've been withdrawn from his representation. So, I don't speak for Nick."

Jackson explained his ongoing silence is rooted in strict professional obligations. "I've said all that I would be willing to say, all that I think is legally and ethically correct. I'm bound by legal and ethical restrictions. And so I've said as much as I can say. People are going to speculate."

Bush went on to highlight Jackson's long-standing reputation for ethics and consistency. Jackson responded with measured restraint. "I know that there's parameters," Jackson said. "There's borders that I can work within, and there's borders that I should not cross, and I'm not going to cross them, not for anybody."

Loyalty Despite Withdrawal

Though Jackson is no longer on the case, he made it clear that his loyalty to Reiner remains. "I'm not going to do anything or say anything that I think would compromise a former client. I always have fealty and loyalty to any client, even if they are a former client."

He wrapped up the discussion with a firm boundary, stating that he would not comment further on Nick Reiner's case due to legal and ethical constraints.

Details Emerge in Reiner Murder Case

More information about the case surrounding Nick has continued to surface following the shocking murder charges and the high-stakes court proceedings.

Nick, 32, was arrested in connection with the stabbing deaths of his parents, filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner, according to Page Six. Authorities confirmed that Nick was first booked at Parker Center Jail in Downtown Los Angeles before being transferred to Twin Towers Correctional Facility.

A representative for the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Office said he is being held without bail. Representatives for Rob Reiner did not immediately respond to requests for comment from the media.

Family Home Turns Into a Crime Scene

The gruesome discovery of Rob and Michele Reiner's bodies was made public on Sunday, December 14, 2025. Nick was identified as a person of interest that same day.

The couple was found inside their Brentwood home by their daughter, Romy Reiner. Investigators allege the couple was killed following a heated argument with a family member. Both were pronounced dead at the scene. Rob Reiner was 78. Michele Reiner was 70.

In addition to Romy, the couple is survived by their sons Nick and Jake Reiner. Rob Reiner is also survived by his daughter, Tracy Reiner, from a previous marriage.

Emotional Court Appearance and Legal Shake-Up

Nick appeared in a Los Angeles courtroom on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, as the legal drama intensified. According to People, he entered with his head shaved, wearing a tan jail-issued jumpsuit.

During the hearing, attorney Alan Jackson entered the judge's chambers. Upon returning, he told the court that his legal team had "no choice" but to withdraw from the case. Nick did not enter a plea at that time.

The judge approved the change in representation and rescheduled the arraignment for February 23, 2026. Nick is now being represented by public defender Kimberly Greene, who has nearly two decades of legal experience. After the hearing, Greene said she had only briefly spoken with Nick that morning and had not spoken with his family.

Jackson gave no explanation in court for his withdrawal, but later told the media that his former client was "not guilty" of murder. A spokesperson for the Reiner family also released a statement after the legal handoff, saying the family has "the utmost trust in the legal process and will not comment further" on the matter.

Death Penalty Still on the Table

Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman addressed the case following the January 7 hearing. He said Nick is expected to face two counts of first-degree murder with a special circumstance of multiple murders.

Prosecutors also filed a special allegation that a "dangerous and deadly" weapon, such as a knife, was used. Hochman emphasized Nick's right to fair representation but said he was confident a jury would find him guilty.

If convicted, Hochman said Nick could face life in prison without parole or even the death penalty. He added that no final decision had been made on whether prosecutors would pursue capital punishment, and said the family's wishes would be taken into account.

Internet Speculation Swirls Around Lawyer's Exit

Public reaction has been swift and unforgiving, especially on social media. Some users questioned whether money was behind Jackson's sudden withdrawal.

One commenter wrote, "The family won't pay him the millions he wants." Another added, "Money & he is 💯 guilty. Lawyers do not care about anything but money & winning."

A third speculated, "Probably his family didn't want to pay him!" And yet another posted bluntly, "No Money!💰"

As the case moves toward the rescheduled arraignment, Nick Reiner remains in custody without bail. The focus now turns to the serious charges he faces, the dramatic shift in legal counsel, and the tight-lipped response from his former attorney following the pivotal court hearing.