McGuireWoods’ ongoing pro bono efforts to free the “Norfolk Four” continue to build support. Media reports favorable to pardoning the former sailors are mounting throughout Virginia and beyond. Partner Richard Cullen, assisted by associates Alex J. Brackett and Jeremy S. Byrum, is one of several lawyers leading the effort. Below are links to the stories to date:
“Editorial: Pardon the Norfolk 4,” The Roanoke Times, January 15, 2008
“Editorial: Clear the Norfolk 4,” Washington Post, January 13, 2008
“Former sailors get help in case,” Richmond Times-Dispatch, January 12, 2008
“Va. Advocates Call for Release of 4,” Associated Press, January 11, 2008