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Get ready for some legal drama and a whole lot of sass on The Emily Show, hosted by none other than the internet’s favorite legal analyst, Emily D Baker. With over 17 years of experience as a lawyer and former LA Deputy District Attorney, Emily gives you the lowdown on the hottest legal stories everyone is talking about. Her unique blend of smarts, sarcasm, and colorful language will have you laughing and learning at the same time. But that’s not all, y’all! Emily shares her wild and hilarious stories from her time as a LA County Deputy District Attorney and gives you a glimpse into the life of a YouTube creator with millions of monthly views. Don’t miss out on the legal commentary and behind-the-scenes action, head over to YouTube at www.WatchEmily.Com and connect with Emily on Instagram @TheEmilyDBaker for even more law, life, and coffee chat. Stay in the loop with the Law Nerd App. With The Emily Show, you’ll be a law nerd in no time.

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Proctor’s Emergency Motion to Avoid Deposition! | The Emily Show Jun 08, 2026

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In this episode of The Emily Show, we break down the latest emergency legal maneuvers in the Karen Read "multiverse." Following a massive new lawsuit filed against the Town of Canton and Massachusetts State Police, Michael Proctor has filed an emergency motion to avoid his scheduled deposition. We explore the history of Proctor's attempts to delay discovery, the "personal circumstances" cited in his latest filing, and the Judge's response.

RESOURCES

Karen Read Civil Status Hearing from June 3 - https://youtu.be/OLiagNatxIE

Depp v. Heard Trial - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gLVeg1x2AInDBfPU6-ffnD0
Karen Read Discovery Hearing May 7 - https://youtu.be/TZcwvptBlhE

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Brendan Banfield’s Statement During Sentencing | Case Brief Jun 06, 2026

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Watch the full coverage of the live stream on The Emily D. Baker YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/Uk58-KWKbDY

On Friday, June 5, 2026, Brendan Banfield was sentenced for the aggravated murders of his wife, Christine Banfield, and Joseph Ryan. During the proceedings, the court heard emotional impact statements and the manipulative nature of the defendant. The Judge characterized the crimes as "calculated" and "evil," noting the lack of remorse shown by Banfield, who used his own statement to maintain his innocence and criticize the legal system.

RESOURCES

Brendan Banfield Trial Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gJb4sr2pUz0DBmbgee_wMs9

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Karen Read Sues Canton & MSP! Proctor & Goode Uncovered Misconduct Gets Worse | Case Brief Jun 05, 2026

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Watch the full coverage of the live stream on The Emily D. Baker YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/OLiagNatxIE

This Case Brief provides a deep dive into the intensifying legal battles surrounding the Karen Read case, featuring an analysis of a contentious civil hearing where the judge expressed extreme frustration over discovery delays and the minimal number of depositions completed to date. Emily also details a major new federal lawsuit filed by Read against the Massachusetts State Police and the Town of Canton, which alleges a deep-seated culture of bigotry and institutional rot, citing horrific and graphic text messages exchanged between former investigators Michael Proctor and Sergeant Sean Goode. The discussion also covers the sudden resignation of Sergeant Goode following an internal misconduct probe and the revelation of Proctor's extensive iCloud data—dating back to 2013—containing racial slurs, misogynistic remarks, and discussions of planting evidence. Ultimately, the speaker reflects on the systemic failures that have hampered a just investigation into the death of John O'Keefe, leaving his family without the clear answers they deserve.

RESOURCES

Karen Read v. MSP & Canton -- https://emilydbaker.com/readvmsp

Karen Read 2025 Retrial Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gL3CbMJHvrKiAD1aDNcblnO

Karen Read 2024 Mistrial Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gKUeCUzApgsEuQRXu5IXeTS

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Kouri Richins: Can a Convicted Killer Still Inherit Their Victim’s Estate? | Case Brief Jun 04, 2026

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Watch the full coverage of the live stream on The Emily D. Baker YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/7MCkkgZBTw8

In the wake of Kouri Richins' unanimous conviction for the aggravated murder of her husband, Eric Richins, on March 16, 2026, the court has reached a significant turning point in the parallel civil estate litigation. On May 12, 2026, Judge Mrazik issued a summary judgment granting a petition to determine that Kouri committed a "disqualifying homicide". This ruling effectively invokes Utah's "slayer statute," which dictates that a person convicted of such an offense forfeits all rights as an heir or beneficiary.

RESOURCES

Kouri Richins Trial Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gIKTiEBENmlYTBxjH_fbLUO

Last Kouri Civil Update - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j9ExdtGg5iE

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Will The Court Grant Kouri Richins Another Extension? | Case Brief Jun 03, 2026

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Watch the full coverage of the live stream on The Emily D. Baker YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/7MCkkgZBTw8

In this Case Brief, Kouri Richins’ defense team has filed a notice of appeal and requested an extension, to file a motion for a new trial. They cited reasons for this extension including planned travel for two of the three defense attorneys, difficulties communicating with Richins due to her 30-day lockdown at Utah State Prison, and the significant time required to prepare video clips and transcripts from the lengthy trial record. The state has opposed this extension, arguing that the defense has already been granted double the standard 14 days allowed by rule 24 and that the victims deserve finality. Furthermore, reports indicate that a juror from the case revealed she was contacted by the defense's private investigator and a lawyer who unsuccessfully attempted to have her admit to an error on one of the guilty counts.

RESOURCES

Kouri Richins Trial Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gIKTiEBENmlYTBxjH_fbLUO

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The Crash. Mackenzie Shirilla's case at the Supreme Court? | The Emily Show Jun 01, 2026

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We break down the complex appellate status of Mackenzie Shirilla, who was convicted and sentenced to 15 years to life for the fatal 2022 crash that killed Russo and Flanagan. While Shirilla’s direct appeal on the merits was denied and her conviction affirmed in September 2024, the current legal battle focuses on a second round of appeals currently pending before the Ohio Supreme Court. The primary issue is a jurisdictional deadline; a lower court dismissed Shirilla’s petition for post-conviction relief as untimely because it was filed on the 366th day following the filing of her trial transcripts. The defense’s unique argument that a leap year should extend this 365-day statutory deadline to an "anniversary date," an argument already rejected by the appellate court due to the clear phrasing of Ohio law. In addition to providing an overview of the original 2023 bench trial and the evidence of intent, we discuss the potential future path for the case, including the possibility of an ineffective assistance of counsel claim if the Supreme Court upholds the current jurisdictional bar.

RESOURCES

Karen Read 2025 Trial Playlist - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gL3CbMJHvrKiAD1aDNcblnO

Alex Murdaugh Trial Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gK8GOeWkGfi7acMnT-D0zaw

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Alex Murdaugh Sues Becky Hill & Prosecution Considers the Death Penalty for Retrial | Case Brief May 20, 2026

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Watch the full coverage of the live stream on The Emily D. Baker YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/aBJJaSNLrg0

Following the May 13, 2026, unanimous decision by the South Carolina Supreme Court to overturn Alex Murdaugh’s double murder conviction due to improper jury influence by former clerk of court Rebecca "Becky" Hill, the legal battle has intensified with both a pending retrial and a new federal civil rights lawsuit. South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced on May 18, 2026, that his office will "aggressively seek to retry" Murdaugh and that all legal options, including the death penalty, are currently being considered. Simultaneously, Murdaugh’s defense team filed a lawsuit under 42 U.S.C. § 1983, alleging that Hill’s actions deprived Murdaugh of his constitutional right to a fair trial for her own personal financial gain, seeking at least $600,000 in compensatory damages to cover the costs of the original defense. While the defense remains optimistic about a future acquittal and intends to explore unexamined evidence—such as unknown male DNA found under Maggie Murdaugh’s fingernails—they have clarified that a retrial is unlikely to occur before the end of 2025.

RESOURCES

Alex Murdaugh Trial - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gK8GOeWkGfi7acMnT-D0zaw

Karen Read Civil Lawsuits - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gKVEoBmOhzUprvqi3-_6JoZ

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D4VD Case delayed. Nancy Guthrie Investigation updates, is it a cold case? | The Emily Show May 18, 2026

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In this episode of the Emily Show, we get into the latest in the investigation into the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, mother of Today Show host Savannah Guthrie. The discussion covers significant developments such as the Pima County Board of Supervisors referring Sheriff Chris Nanos for a perjury investigation and reports of his friction with federal investigators. Additionally, the episode provides scheduling updates for the Singer David murder case, which involves over 10 terabytes of digital discovery, and covers the recent overturning of Alec Murdaugh's murder conviction due to the actions of a former clerk of court. Other topics include the sentencing of Brendan Banfield on June 5th, pending financial and civil matters for the recently convicted Kouri Richins, and the court's refusal of additional briefing in a case involving Blake Lively.

RESOURCES

LA Magazine - https://lamag.com/crimeinla/d4vd-winks-at-blair-berk-as-judge-pushes-murder-preliminary-hearing-to-june-29/

AZ Central Article 1 - https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/politics/arizona/2026/05/12/pima-county-sheriff-chris-nanos-faces-board-scrutiny/90002443007/

AZ Central Article 2 - https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/arizona/2026/05/12/pima-county-official-says-sheriff-nanos-scolded-her-heres-why/90029008007/

KOLD Article - https://www.kold.com/2026/05/12/pima-county-sheriff-nanos-gives-update-nancy-guthrie-investigation/

People Article - https://people.com/sheriff-nanos-recounts-nancy-guthrie-criminal-investigation-11974263

Alex Murdaugh's Conviction Overturned - https://youtu.be/OJsFepBhw5E

d4vd Preliminary Hearing Memo - https://youtu.be/XnOP9hfjFpU

Donna Adelson Case - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gL0_OPy2AliqyEjGcI8QzBu

Bryan Kohberger Case - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gKASBczV3CsUx-t5oRAK0ca

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Why The SC Supreme Court Overturned Alex Murdaugh’s Conviction. | Case Brief May 15, 2026

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Watch the full coverage of the live stream on The Emily D. Baker YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/OJsFepBhw5E

The South Carolina Supreme Court has officially overturned the murder convictions of Richard Alexander "Alex" Murdaugh and ordered a new trial. This decision stems from findings of egregious jury tampering by Colleton County Clerk of Court Rebecca Hill during the 2023 trial. Despite this reversal, Murdaugh remains in prison serving a 40-year federal sentence and a 27-year state sentence for financial crimes. Stay informed on the latest developments in the Murdaugh case and other major legal battles.

RESOURCES

Murdaugh Trial - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gK8GOeWkGfi7acMnT-D0zaw

Courthouse Becky Testimony - https://youtu.be/vnUX0njyq4I

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Will Kouri Richins Receive Life Without Parole or a Chance at Redemption? | Case Brief May 14, 2026

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Watch the full coverage of the live stream on The Emily D. Baker YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/BIAxKY5M8I8

In this Case Brief, we head to court for the final sentencing hearing of Kouri Richins, who was convicted of the aggravated murder of her husband, Eric Richins. Facing two potential options—25 years to life or life in prison without the possibility of parole—the judge hears powerful and emotional impact statements from those closest to the case.

RESOURCES

Kouri Richins Trial Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gIKTiEBENmlYTBxjH_fbLUO

Murdaugh Trial - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gK8GOeWkGfi7acMnT-D0zaw

Kouri Richins Sentencing Memo - https://youtu.be/-tjr1-GhvP8

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