FL - FSU Law Professor Dan Markel Murdered by Hitmen-Donna Adelson Upcoming Trial - *5 Guilty* #28

[ShadyLady]

I see no realistic chance of WA and boys fleeing the country or attempting to do so. They would never get out. Pretty sure she has better legal advice to not try that. She probably still thinks she can outsmart them in court but I bet she is pretty worried. Could some sort of deal be worked out? I don't know ....stay tuned. State is 5/5 on convictions so far so not much motivation for a deal.

What do we know about her lawyers? Probably better than then DA's and CA's, I imagine. She is in Austin?

 

[Ferpo]

What do we know about her lawyers? Probably better than then DA's and CA's, I imagine. She is in Austin?

The one we do know about (JL) specializes in white-collar crime. He does, however, have a partner who is a criminal defense lawyer. They'll be very expensive for a lengthy case like this. We'll see if she keeps going with them or finds a new team. She would not be able to use any Austin lawyers unless they are members of the Florida Bar, which would be uncommon.

 

[Weki]

Unless more context is given from the source (e.g., how were they able to contact him and verify his identity) I am rather skeptical that this was an authentic interview with CA.

Yeah this is what I was talking about in my last comment about these podcasters spreading fake news. This was shared by STS on X. This website seems suspect to me and it's highly doubtful that Charlie gave an interview reacting to the verdict. The Adelsons despise the media attention on the case. They wouldn't feed it.

Joel also said that Donna changed her mind about testifying overnight and Georgia told him one-on-one that she only got 3 hours of sleep to prepare. You can see from the press conference with Georgia that she turned around and walked off with Jack Campbell and Sarah Dugan after Jack come over and said she needed to rest.

And lets not forget the fake news about Donna's plea deal spread by Tim Jansen on STS.

JMO

 

[Knitpicker]

wow...
This podcast just shows us all why we remain attached to this case for sooooo long....
Listening just made me so very very sad....

Dan Markel was a good man.
And we have had to spend all these years with all these Adelsons..

yuck.

Yes…excerpt from Wendi’s “bestseller” - on Josh aka Dan , Lily aka Wendi

“He was everything I never knew I was looking for in a guy and most of what I was already hoping to find. He is my same height which is something I had never considered pre-Joshua because I had determined that my dating window extended from 6’2” to 6’4”. Still, I thought this one was sweet, funny, and smart enough to give a shot despite the fact that I could never wear heels around him”.

There should be sparks flying, or at east some physical attraction. He was more like buying a pedigree poodle to her.

 

[Knitpicker]

Dbm

 

[Luna20]

EXCLUSIVE: Charlie Adelson Speaks Out From Behind Bars After Mother's Conviction

Charlie Adelson weighs in on his mother, Donna Adelson's conviction for the murder of her ex son-in-law, law professor Dan Markel.

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Charlie Adelson said by phone on Friday September 5th, that 'after what I went through with my trial, I knew my mom had no chance. But to hear it in simple terms, it's over and it's done, was extremely heartbreaking.'

Adelson was asked why he didn't testify for his mother, he responded with the following. 'I can be subpoenaed to testify, and transferred, but I have a standing appeal, and I can not testify for anyone at this time.'

Adelson has been serving his life without parole sentence in a prison in South Dakota. He was transported back to Florida last month ahead of his mother's trial, because he was on her witness list to testify.

Donna nor Charlie testified during the two week trial, which ended on September 4 2025 with her conviction on three felony counts, which is a death sentence for the 75 year old mother of 3 and granddmother of 5.

Charlie Adelson's son Roman is now 7 years old and being raised by his mother in North Carolina. Charlie says, 'my entire family has been destroyed and decimated, there is no coming back from any of this.'

Asked his feelings on his younger sister's fate, 'I know she is concerned, and being the responsible person she is, she is getting her affairs in order, and will do what she has to do to look out for Ben and Lincoln.'

Asked if he harboured any ill will for any of his family members, including Dr. Robert Adelson, Charlie's older brother, who did testify at his mother's trial. Charlie said, 'I love my son and my parents and my sister and I miss them all so much, much more

than sending them all positive thoughts, there is really nothing else I can do for them right now.' The Fort Lauderdale, Florida home where Adelson was arrested in 2022 sold for $1,125,000 to an Israeli American businessman in March of 2025.

Charlie's first round of appeals was denied in January of 2025, he still has a few appeal paths going forward, but Adelson knows anything he tries legally is a 'longshot and most likely will fail.'

He excluded his brother Robert here. I’d say with intent because he could have diplomatically said ‘I love my family’.

Since Robert was at Harvey’s birthday party I was wondering if the deepest feud came from Robert not buying into his families innocence. It was strained from his choice to marry outside of the Jewish faith already but the final plunge could have been not defending his family in Dans murder.

 

[Luna20]

It's standard procedure to cuff and shackle before a verdict is read. It prevents flee attempts and other bad behavior.

I wish we could have seen her hands displaying her anger. She may have pointed to the judge and Georgia. She may have used a sweeping hand gesture to the jury claiming ‘I am innocent’ (like J. Smolette). I can even see her telling the Markels that she did not murder their son. None of which would happen in Judge E court with Donna anyway.

When she is throwing her first tantrum you can see how she is trying to use her hands, she clenches them.

 

[Luna20]

wow...
This podcast just shows us all why we remain attached to this case for sooooo long....
Listening just made me so very very sad....

Dan Markel was a good man.
And we have had to spend all these years with all these Adelsons..

yuck.

Is it the one with Dans attorney? ^^^

 

[Bekind89]

I wish we could have seen her hands displaying her anger. She may have pointed to the judge and Georgia. She may have used a sweeping hand gesture to the jury claiming ‘I am innocent’ (like J. Smolette). I can even see her telling the Markels that she did not murder their son. None of which would happen in Judge E court with Donna anyway.

When she is throwing her first tantrum you can see how she is trying to use her hands, she clenches them.

I pity the poor prison personnel that have to deal with this one everyday. Here come the filling of unless complaints, about everything.

 

[clearskies1]

Hi. I am not caught-up on reading threads here..... I do have a question. I sure noticed that they had Donna handcuffed when the verdict was read. Wasn't she without handcuffs otherwise all through the trial? Is that 'normal procedure' to handcuff defendants when the verdict is read? I ABSOLUTELY do think that, if Donna had NOT been handcuffed, she would well Go P@stal and meebee slug her funeral home owner lawyer (and she would have liked to try to rush over and attack the jurors, but she knew realistically she couldn't accomplish that hissy-fit-of-rage). So, surely Donna wasn't told the verdict prior to it being read aloud in the courtroom, so do you think at the last moment the guards just came over and cuffed her in front and told her 'it's procedure/protocol/routine'??

Having her handcuffed during the trial could prejudice the jury's view of her. This is also why she didn't come to court in prison garb. But once a verdict is reached that is not a concern anymore. JMO.

 

[BUF]

I pity the poor prison personnel that have to deal with this one everyday. Here come the filling of unless complaints, about everything.

Yes, she’ll certainly try….but she’ll quickly find out that prison will be much different than sitting in a county jail awaiting trial.

 

[Bekind89]

Yes, she’ll certainly try….but she’ll quickly find out that prison will be much different than sitting in a county jail awaiting trial.

The entitlement of this woman is off the scales. I agree, she will be shown very quickly that she isn't special in prison, just another inmate.

 

[Jinkasaurus]

Do we think Wendy is so deep in her delusions that she goes through her days with a sense of mental peace OR is the delusional thinking not strong enough a barrier and she keeps a bottle of xanax on hand at all times?

 

[turaj]

The one we do know about (JL) specializes in white-collar crime. He does, however, have a partner who is a criminal defense lawyer. They'll be very expensive for a lengthy case like this. We'll see if she keeps going with them or finds a new team. She would not be able to use any Austin lawyers unless they are members of the Florida Bar, which would be uncommon.

i think one of her lawyers has done work for Trump and is nationally known but I expect WA to find a really big name and I am betting she has assets enough to afford it. One of the guys that specializes in getting guilty people off with enough smoke and mirrors . I think it will be a very interesting trial.

 

[turaj]

He excluded his brother Robert here. I’d say with intent because he could have diplomatically said ‘I love my family’.

Since Robert was at Harvey’s birthday party I was wondering if the deepest feud came from Robert not buying into his families innocence. It was strained from his choice to marry outside of the Jewish faith already but the final plunge could have been not defending his family in Dans murder.

not super familar with Rob's history with the family but before his testimony I got the impression he was totally estranged since marrying the woman of his choice and yet I see photos online of Harvey and Donna in Hindu attire at the wedding? Then he mentioned his mother calling on his wedding anniversary which seems like is her habit...indicating some relationship. But then there was that call he spoke of and I think that is when he was sure that they did this and they never spoke again.

 

[BearWatcher]

Reading the book, The God of the Woods by Liz Moore. There is a quote from the book that says 'Rich people become most enraged when they realize they are going to be held accountable for their wrongs.'

 

[Knitpicker]

not super familar with Rob's history with the family but before his testimony I got the impression he was totally estranged since marrying the woman of his choice and yet I see photos online of Harvey and Donna in Hindu attire at the wedding? Then he mentioned his mother calling on his wedding anniversary which seems like is her habit...indicating some relationship. But then there was that call he spoke of and I think that is when he was sure that they did this and they never spoke again.

His first marriage was annulled soon after the wedding. He went back with Haritha and they had a traditional Indian wedding and THEN a Jewish wedding the same day. I have no doubt that was Donnas influence.
I’m surprised that when Rob heard about the arrest, he didn’t call his parents, he waited two days knowing they would call him for his anniversary. But I have a feeling he suspected something when they didn’t call him right away.

 

[turaj]

Ok this is a silly question but having never experienced either..Is prison much worse than jail? I am sure it depends on which prison but in listening to DA talk about the whole arrangement with the cots and lack of outdoor time etc. does this all get even worse in prison? Harvey does not look too miserable in his van rides and seems to be on the phone all the time. Just wondering what this south beach princess is in for.

 

[turaj]

His first marriage was annulled soon after the wedding. He went back with Haritha and they had a traditional Indian wedding and THEN a Jewish wedding the same day. I have no doubt that was Donnas influence.
I’m surprised that when Rob heard about the arrest, he didn’t call his parents, he waited two days knowing they would call him for his anniversary. But I have a feeling he suspected something when they didn’t call him right away.

I think there were many whose minds went direct to the Adelson family after Dan's murder. JL was on it right away, WA mentioned her family, Dan's divorce attorney said it was first thing that came to him and then there is Rob who was pretty quick to figure things out. I am sure there are many more. I imagine Dan's family was thinking the same but I don't recall them speaking about it in the early days.

 

[Knitpicker]

Earlier I thought that the Grand Jury was meeting today but wasn’t sure. Now i understand that Katherine Magbanua has been sent back to the Leon County jail, so it could be be they are meeting all day and Wendi’s arrest may be soon.
If someone can confirm?