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Published May 10, 2023 10:28am EDT
Elisa G. Massoth, PLLC Attorney - certified to defend death penalty cases
Massoth claims on her website to be "one of the top criminal defense lawyers in Idaho."
One of her previous cases includes the overturning of a conviction for a man accused of attempted murder and kidnapping. The case appeared on "America's Most Wanted," and he received four consecutive life sentences plus 50 years, according to the National Registry of Exonerations.
However, Massoth, on appeal, convinced that court that the witness had mistakenly identified her client.
Edwina Elcox, a Boise-based criminal defense attorney who previously represented Lori Vallow and is not connected to Kohberger's case, said Massoth has a strong reputation opposing "the might of the government" in Idaho courts.
Massoth joins Kohberger's defense shortly after Latah County Prosecutor Bill Thompson called in backup from the Idaho Attorney General's Office, bringing in two high-powered assistant attorney generals from Boise.
Thompson asked the court for their "expertise" and "the additional resources" their office could provide. The request was granted that same day by District Judge John Judge, court records show.
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Idaho murders suspect Bryan Kohberger hires new lawyer
Bryan Kohberger's new defense lawyer known for 'America's Most Wanted' case
Elisa G. Massoth, PLLC Attorney - certified to defend death penalty cases
Massoth claims on her website to be "one of the top criminal defense lawyers in Idaho."
One of her previous cases includes the overturning of a conviction for a man accused of attempted murder and kidnapping. The case appeared on "America's Most Wanted," and he received four consecutive life sentences plus 50 years, according to the National Registry of Exonerations.
However, Massoth, on appeal, convinced that court that the witness had mistakenly identified her client.
Edwina Elcox, a Boise-based criminal defense attorney who previously represented Lori Vallow and is not connected to Kohberger's case, said Massoth has a strong reputation opposing "the might of the government" in Idaho courts.
Massoth joins Kohberger's defense shortly after Latah County Prosecutor Bill Thompson called in backup from the Idaho Attorney General's Office, bringing in two high-powered assistant attorney generals from Boise.
Thompson asked the court for their "expertise" and "the additional resources" their office could provide. The request was granted that same day by District Judge John Judge, court records show.

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Idaho Lawyer - Elisa G Massoth PLLC
Need an attorney in Idaho? Talk to an experienced attorney with a proven track record in Criminal Defense, Civil Law, and Estate Planning.

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