The Defence: representing an accused murderer

In the trial of Erin Patterson's case, there will be three key players in the courtroom: the defense, the prosecution, and the jury. These three parties will participate in the case proceedings together, each playing a crucial role.

In this episode of "Mushroom Case Daily," we will delve into what it's like to defend an accused murderer. To this end, we interviewed a seasoned lawyer who has handled such cases numerous times, aiming to reveal the role and responsibilities of the defense in court.

Rishi Nathwani, a Queen's Counsel, is a defense barrister with the Victorian Bar, who has defended individuals accused of violent and shocking murders in both Australia and the UK. Christian and Stokey will explore how he approaches these cases, helping us understand the role the lawyer defending Erin Patterson will play in the future.

If you have any questions about the case that you would like our team to answer in future episodes, please email mushroomcasedaily@abc.net.au.