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Gerry Goldstein Represented NACDL on International Terrorist Hearing
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers President Gerry Goldstein wrote a letter on behalf of the organization urging the Judiciary Committee to hold additional hearing for a resolution regarding international terrorism laws. Goldstein, a San Antonio-based criminal defense lawyer, said the house should consider the severity of the law, saying the label “terrorist” can be…
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NACDL President Gerry Goldstein said Organization Opposes “Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act”
Gerry Goldstein, president of National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, wrote a statement on behalf of the organization opposing the “Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act,” saying it has a lack of respect for human dignity and constitutional principles. The letter, addressed to the United States Senate Judiciary Committee, said the rights of the…
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NACDL Supports Proposed Long Range Plan for Federal Courts
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers President Gerry Goldstein wrote a letter on behalf of the organization saying it supports the Proposed Long Range Plan for Federal Courts. The December 16th, 1994 letter, addressed to Committee on Long Range Planning Judicial Conference of the United States, said the NACDL and its members support the concept of planning, to enable…
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NACDL honors Gerry Goldstein with Robert C. Heeney Memorial Award
As reported by The Champion, San Antonio attorney Gerry Goldstein was recognized nationally by the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and was given the Robert C. Henney Memorial Award. Goldstein served on the Board of Directors for eight years and currently is serving as the vice president and co-chair of the Lawyer’s Assistance Strike Force….
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Gerry Goldstein Featured in San Antonio Business Journal
Attorney Gerry Goldstein has defended clients in high-profile cases for more than two decades, and the San Antonio Business Journal chronicles his extensive career in their January 11th, 1991 issue. Goldstein graduated from the University of Texas law school in 1968 after doing undergraduate work at Tulane University in New Orleans and vowed to use…
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Gerry Goldstein Featured in Texas Lawyer
San Antonio lawyer Gerry Goldstein is known around the world for his aggressive representation and his high-profile clients. In the April 24th, 1989 edition of Texas Lawyer, the publication noted the famous attorney still is changing the criminal justice system in his own city. Goldstein graduated from the University of Texas law school in 1968…
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Gerry Goldstein Named Best Criminal Defense Lawyer in San Antonio
Attorney Gerry Goldstein was named the best criminal defense lawyer in San Antonio in Viva: The Magazine’s annual Best Of Poll on July 27th, 1986. This poll designates some of the top people, places and things in the South Texas city. View the original announcement by San Antonio in Viva.
Gerry Goldstein Secures a Lifted Restraining Order for Client to Have Abortion
As reported by the San Antonio Light, civil rights attorney Gerry Goldstein convinced 166th District Judge Peter Michael Curry on March 27, 1986, to lift a restraining order that would have prevented his client from having an abortion. Client Kim Kyla Hayes wanted to abort her child, against the wishes of her estranged husband, and…
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Civil Rights Attorney Gerry Goldstein Commended in San Antonio Today
San Antonio attorney Gerry Goldstein has a reputation in Texas as a fighter for liberal causes and basic civil rights, but some think his no-fear attitude is paving the way for more success, according to San Antonio Today. Goldstein began his law career in the late 1960s, and the tumultuous times formed his liberal views and ideas…
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San Antonio Express-News Columnist Recommended Gerry Goldstein
San Antonio Express-News Columnist Maury Maverick recommended attorney Gerry Goldstein as one of the attorneys in the city who is raising the bar and earning attention. Maverick, a member of the ACLU, praised Goldstein as a down-to-earth person who in humble and modest, although he excels at his profession. The commentary from April 19th, 1981, also…
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