Reiner’s Lawyer Withdraws, Arraignment Postponed to Feb 23

Nick Reiner’s high‑profile lawyer Alan Jackson withdrew from the murder case, pushing the Los Angeles Superior Court arraignment to Feb. 23. The 27‑year‑old faces two counts of first‑degree murder for the stabbing deaths of his parents, director Rob Reiner (78) and Michele Singer Reiner, at their Hollywood home on Dec. 17, 2025. Jackson cited “circumstances beyond his control” and asked the court to replace him with public defender Kimberly Greene. Judge Theresa McGonigle approved the change, giving Reiner’s new counsel time to prepare. The case now awaits the next hearing, with media and family demanding privacy amid the high‑profile trial. The proceedings are under intense media scrutiny, and the family has called for compassion and privacy.