Lindsay Clancy's holdout juror

The lone juror who refused to join the other 11 jurors in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial has retained a lawyer.

Former Trump lawyer represents juror

Edward Paltzik, who previously represented President Donald Trump in lawsuits against The New York Times and CBS, now defends the holdout juror.

Juror's statement on Clancy case

Michael P. Desronvil said he had no doubts about Clancy's guilt based on physical evidence, key witnesses, and the prosecution's case.

“I didn't have any doubts. As I tried to explain different possible theories during deliberation, I kept getting cut off as if I had doubts based on the evidence present”

Clancy's murder case details

Lindsay Clancy, 36, faced three counts of first-degree murder for killing her three children in January 2023.

Mistrial declared

Judge William Sullivan declared a mistrial Sept. 4 after jurors could not reach a unanimous verdict, splitting the panel 11-1.

Juror's defense strategy

Desronvil plans to focus on his health, safety, and well-being while awaiting a decision on whether to retry Clancy's case.

Legal expert warns of risks

Mark Astor, a former prosecutor, warned that the juror's exposure threatens the 'sacred arena' of the jury system.

Clancy's next court date

Lindsay Clancy is due back in court Sept. 29 for a status hearing to determine the case's future.