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Simpson Thacher Wins Appeal and Reversal of Conviction for Criminal Trespass

09.21.12

Simpson Thacher achieved a victory on behalf of a criminal defendant who had been convicted of third degree criminal trespass.  The Firm partnered with the Legal Aid Society to provide the pro bono representation.  In a decision that will likely shape future prosecutions, the Appellate Term ruled on the prosecution's burden to prove unlawful entry or remaining.  The Simpson Thacher team consisted of Andrea Griswold and Greg Szewczyk, with supervision from Jonathan Youngwood.