| Michael, Although such interviews were discussed, I'm not sure that either of us individually agreed to be interviewed. I do know that the producer wanted to coordinate with us for access to family members. But specifics of whether either of us were to be interviewed had not been agreed upon, and I thought all of that was to be discussed later. I have had just the opposite experience, and have had a client featured on 60 Minutes. The double episode won a Peabody Award in 2007 and will be instrumental in winning his case next month. I teach an ethics course in managing the media in high profile cases to the benefit of your client, while coloring inside the lines ethically. Your organization may have superseding rules, though. But of course now that we're out of the case, we no longer have a dog in the fight (can you still use that metaphor after the Michael Vick case?). Let us know how we can assist. Neal Neal A. Puckett, Esq LtCol, USMC (Ret) Puckett & Faraj, PC 1800 Diagonal Rd, Suite 210 Alexandria, VA 22314 703.706.9566 The information contained in this electronic message is confidential, and is intended for the use of the individual or entity named above. If you are not the intended recipient of this message, you are hereby notified that any use, distribution, copying of disclosure of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you received this communication in error, please notify Puckett & Faraj, P.C. at 703-706-9566 or via a return the e-mail to sender. You are required to purge this E-mail immediately without reading or making any copy or distribution. On Dec 1, 2011, at 4:01 PM, Michael Nachmanoff wrote: Dear Neal: I just received a call from a producer at PBS. He advised me that you and/or Faraj had agreed to be interviewed for a new story on Soueid. Of course, I advised him that I could not do an interview. I don't enough about the case, and I cannot imagine that it would be a good idea in this case (or in almost any case based on my experience). I just wanted to check in with you on that issue. Thanks. Michael Michael S. Nachmanoff Federal Public Defender Eastern District of Virginia Office of the Federal Public Defender 1650 King Street, Suite 500 Alexandria, Virginia 22314 (703) 600-0860 (telephone) (703) 600-0880 (facsimile) From: Puckett Neal <neal@puckettfaraj.com> To: Michael Nachmanoff <Michael_Nachmanoff@fd.org> Date: 12/01/2011 02:24 PM Subject: Re: Mohamad Soueid Michael, I am. We're so close, it will be easy for me to pop over. Just need to know when you're free. Neal Neal A. Puckett, Esq LtCol, USMC (Ret) Puckett & Faraj, PC 1800 Diagonal Rd, Suite 210 Alexandria, VA 22314 703.706.9566 www.puckettfaraj.com www.twitter.com/puckettfaraj The information contained in this electronic message is confidential, and is intended for the use of the individual or entity named above. If you are not the intended recipient of this message, you are hereby notified that any use, distribution, copying of disclosure of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you received this communication in error, please notify Puckett & Faraj, P.C. at 703-706-9566 or via a return the e-mail to sender. You are required to purge this E-mail immediately without reading or making any copy or distribution. On Nov 29, 2011, at 10:47 AM, Michael Nachmanoff wrote: I did speak with Haytham. I am still waiting for a copy of his file. I would be happy to meet with you. Perhaps we can find some time later next week if you are available. I hope you had a good Thanksgiving. Michael Michael S. Nachmanoff Federal Public Defender Eastern District of Virginia Office of the Federal Public Defender 1650 King Street, Suite 500 Alexandria, Virginia 22314 (703) 600-0860 (telephone) (703) 600-0880 (facsimile) From: Puckett Neal <neal@puckettfaraj.com> To: Michael Nachmanoff <Michael_Nachmanoff@fd.org> Cc: Faraj Haytham <haytham@puckettfaraj.com> Date: 11/28/2011 10:20 AM Subject: Re: Mohamad Soueid Michael, Let me know when you have time and I'll bring you some coffee from Starbucks. Did you have a chance to get briefed by Haytham on the Soueid case? V/r, Neal Neal A. Puckett, Esq LtCol, USMC (Ret) Puckett & Faraj, PC 1800 Diagonal Rd, Suite 210 Alexandria, VA 22314 703.706.9566 www.puckettfaraj.com www.twitter.com/puckettfaraj The information contained in this electronic message is confidential, and is intended for the use of the individual or entity named above. If you are not the intended recipient of this message, you are hereby notified that any use, distribution, copying of disclosure of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you received this communication in error, please notify Puckett & Faraj, P.C. at 703-706-9566 or via a return the e-mail to sender. You are required to purge this E-mail immediately without reading or making any copy or distribution. On Nov 21, 2011, at 6:53 PM, Michael Nachmanoff wrote: Dear Mr. Puckett: The Office of the Federal Public Defender was appointed this afternoon by the Honorable Claude M. Hilton to represent Mr. Mohamad Soueid. We understand that you have been representing him up to this point, and we would like to discuss the case with you and to obtain a copy of your file as quickly as possible. I have left a voice mail for you, and I look forward to hearing from you. Thanks for your cooperation. Michael Michael S. Nachmanoff Federal Public Defender Eastern District of Virginia Office of the Federal Public Defender 1650 King Street, Suite 500 Alexandria, Virginia 22314 (703) 600-0860 (telephone) (703) 600-0880 (facsimile) |