F. Lee Bailey

Francis Lee Bailey Jr., a legendary American criminal defense attorney, was born on June 10, 1933, and sadly passed away on June 3, 2021. His remarkable legal career began to gain widespread national attention following his involvement in the second murder trial of Sam Sheppard, a respected surgeon accused of murdering his wife, an incident that would set the stage for his future high-profile cases. Bailey's exceptional skills as a defense attorney soon led him to take on a multitude of complex and captivating cases that would captivate the nation, including the case of Albert DeSalvo, a suspect in the notorious "Boston Strangler" murders, a case that would showcase his ability to defend the seemingly indefensible. He also defended heiress Patty Hearst during her trial for bank robberies committed while she was involved with the Symbionese Liberation Army, as well as US Army Captain Ernest Medina for his role in the My Lai Massacre, two cases that would further solidify his reputation as a master of the courtroom. Bailey's impressive track record and unwavering commitment to his clients earned him a spot on the esteemed "Dream Team" during the trial of former football player O.J. Simpson, who was accused of murdering Nicole Brown Simpson and Ron Goldman, a case that would be one of the most publicized and sensationalized trials in American legal history. Throughout his illustrious career, Bailey was widely regarded as one of the greatest lawyers of the 20th century, a distinction that is a testament to his unwavering dedication to his craft and his unshakeable commitment to the principles of justice.