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Trustee Blocks $1.5M Reiner Defense Payout Over Slayer Risk

6/13/2026

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Nick Reiner filed a June 8, 2026 petition to draw $1.5 million from his trust for defense.
Jake Reiner and Romy Reiner pledged to fund attorney Alan Jackson, then withdrew commitment in December 2025.
Alan Jackson quit in January 2026, saying he could return if trust money is released.
Trustee Paul Kanin blocks payout because he doubts Nick Reiner’s competence, which would trigger California’s Slayer Statute to bar Nick Reiner from assets if convicted.

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Nick Reiner filed a June 8, 2026 petition to draw $1.5 million from his trust for defense.
Jake Reiner and Romy Reiner pledged to fund attorney Alan Jackson, then withdrew commitment in December 2025.
Alan Jackson quit in January 2026, saying he could return if trust money is released.
Trustee Paul Kanin blocks payout because he doubts Nick Reiner’s competence, which would trigger California’s Slayer Statute to bar Nick Reiner from assets if convicted.