Prominent defense lawyer Alan Jackson, who represented Karen Read at both of her murder trials in Dedham, will defend Reiner against charges that he killed his parents.

Nick Reiner is accused of murdering his father, beloved Hollywood director Rob Reiner, and his mother, Michele Singer Reiner. His attorney, Alan Jackson, says Nick won't appear in court until he is medically cleared.

Rob Reiner’s son Nick Reiner hired powerhouse attorney Alan Jackson, known for defending Karen Read, to defend him in court, Us Weekly can report. On Tuesday Jackson arrived at a Los Angeles court for Nick’s arraignment.