Legal Battle Unfolds: Nima Momeni Attorneys Seek Change of Venue and Trial Date Set In a recent court appearance, the trial date for Nima Momeni, the accused killer of Bob Lee, was set for March 15, 2024. However, Momeni’s attorneys have requested a change of venue, expressing their concerns about the fairness of a trial in the current location. The legal team, which includes San Francisco lawyer Tony Brass and renowned Florida attorney Saam Zangeneh, expressed their disgust at the publication of photos showing Momeni in his cell by a local news outlet. The defense attorneys were taken aback by the fact that these pretrial images were taken without their client’s consent—a situation they claim to have never encountered before in their 27 years of practicing law. The judge overseeing the proceedings acknowledged the issue and confirmed that an internal investigation is underway regarding the unauthorized release of the photos. The defense’s motion for a change of venue is based on the argument that Bob Lee, the victim, was a well-known figure in the Bay Area tech world. They compare his prominence to that of a Los Angeles Lakers player in LA. According to Momeni’s attorneys, it would be impossible to ensure a fair trial in San Francisco due to the high-profile nature of the case. In addition to the change of venue request, Momeni’s legal team also filed a motion to show cause. They sought the release of Momeni’s car without fees, as ordered by a judge, but claimed that their request was not honored. The case surrounding the fatal stabbing of Cash App founder Bob Lee has taken several unexpected turns. Initially, there was speculation that Lee’s killing was the result of a random street crime or an attack by a homeless person. However, court testimony revealed that Lee and Momeni knew each other. Prosecutors argue that Nima Momeni stabbed Lee after confronting him about his relationship with Momeni’s sister and their alleged drug use together. Meanwhile, Khazar Momeni, Nima Momeni’s sister, was recently arrested in San Francisco’s Tenderloin neighborhood on suspicion of DUI. The events leading up to Bob Lee’s killing and the subsequent arrest of Khazar Momeni add complexity to the case. As the legal proceedings continue, it remains to be seen whether the request for a change of venue will be granted. The accused, Nima Momeni, awaits his trial date, while his defense team fights for a fair trial and ensures that proper procedures are followed. We will closely monitor this case as it unfolds, offering updates on the pursuit of justice for all parties involved.