Experts Question Viability of ‘Chill Defense’ in New Jersey Racketeering Case

Former prosecutors and academics are expressing skepticism about the defense mounted by two of New Jersey’s politically influential attorneys in a racketeering case. The defense argues that the charges could have a chilling effect on legal practice. However, experts suggest this defense may not hold as prosecutors are only required to prove the attorneys were aware of the ultimate intentions of the well-known Democratic power broker they are accused of assisting. For more details, see the full article on Law360.