Anna Nicole Smith's lawyer quits, citing concerns about conduct Court TV 10-11-06
(Michael) Scott, who was also the lawyer for Daniel Smith's estate, said he decided to withdraw effective Tuesday after consulting with his partners. He said he has notified Anna Nicole Smith in writing.
"It was not really an amicable parting," said Scott, reached on his cell phone in Florida.
Scott cited disagreements with Smith's boyfriend and longtime attorney Howard K. Stern, who says he is the father of Anna Nicole's newborn daughter.
There were "strong differences of opinion between myself and Howard over strategies," said Scott, who declined to elaborate, citing attorney-client privilege.
Anna Nicole Smith and Howard K. Stern were in South Florida this week for business surrounding a purchase from Reel Deal Yachts of Miami Beach. Reel Deal's owner and President, Marcos Morjain, confirmed that the actual yacht purchase (pictured below) was finalized two weeks ago with Stern, Smith, and their Captain, during their last trip to Miami.
Smith was enthusiastic about the yacht purchase and having it moved to their new home in the Bahamas. The Captain and Stern took possession of the yacht yesterday (Thursday February 8, 2007). Details of the purchase cannot be released. Smith and Stern's plans were to transport the yacht this morning to the Bahamas. Reel Deal confirms the yacht is on schedule to leave South Florida today. No further comment is available from Reel Deal Yachts.
Huge find! Now I wonder if Michael Scott will testify at the inquest in the Bahamas.
Now, I've really got to go.....bye.