Kristi McNeilly's public Facebook imageReaders of today's STrib may have taken note of a juicy, messy, bizarre lawyer scandal involving an alleged love affair with a client that (though it was already wrong) went much, much wronger. Click here for the story. Oh, how I loathe linking to the STrib, but it seems unavoidable in this instance.
Anyway...
What the casual reader of the story may not realize is how closely this matter touches North Minneapolis, specifically the Jordan Neighborhood...
The lawyer involved in the torrid, sordid controversy is Kristi McNeilly. Who is she? Well, she's the lawyer representing former JACC Vice Chair Ben Myers in his defamation lawsuit against Jordan residents Anne McCandless, Dennis Wagner, and Megan Goodmundson. She also represented former JACC Executive Director Jerry Moore in his ultra-unsuccessful attempt to get a restraining order against Dan Rother for, among other things, agressive finger-pointing.
A ruling is supposed to come down in the defamation lawsuit any day, any hour or minute. It would be fair to say anticipation is at a "fever pitch" in the Jordan Neighborhood waiting for this ruling from Judge Porter. But today's news about McNeilly just kind of puts a whole new twist on things.
Gee, who will represent Ben Myers now when he wants to sue somebody?
Anyway...
What the casual reader of the story may not realize is how closely this matter touches North Minneapolis, specifically the Jordan Neighborhood...
The lawyer involved in the torrid, sordid controversy is Kristi McNeilly. Who is she? Well, she's the lawyer representing former JACC Vice Chair Ben Myers in his defamation lawsuit against Jordan residents Anne McCandless, Dennis Wagner, and Megan Goodmundson. She also represented former JACC Executive Director Jerry Moore in his ultra-unsuccessful attempt to get a restraining order against Dan Rother for, among other things, agressive finger-pointing.
A ruling is supposed to come down in the defamation lawsuit any day, any hour or minute. It would be fair to say anticipation is at a "fever pitch" in the Jordan Neighborhood waiting for this ruling from Judge Porter. But today's news about McNeilly just kind of puts a whole new twist on things.
Gee, who will represent Ben Myers now when he wants to sue somebody?
Birds of a feather flock together......
ReplyDeleteI guess Jill Clark will have to pick up the slack
ReplyDeleteWell, on t.v., the mob always has mob lawyers. I guess bozo clients like to have lawyers who specialize in being bozos.
ReplyDeleteTHIS MESS JUST KEEPS GETTING JUICIER BY THE DAY...I LOVE IT...I CHECK IN EVERYDAY, JUST TO SEE THE LATEST....WHEN WILL THE MOVIE SCRIPT GET WRITTEN ABOUT ALL THIS DRAMA AND NOT JUST THE MOVIE IN PROGRESS? OR A BOOK? DO A BOOK JOHN....YOU'LL MAKE A FORTUNE.
ReplyDeleteHere is a prime example of someone who fits in perfectly with Jerry Moore and Ben Myers...knowingly breaks the law, abuses the criminal justice system and gets awa with it for some time, until they are caught. Kristi - your time is up - Ben and Jerry - your NEXT!
ReplyDeleteMaybe you could post the mug shot of her with her missing tooth ...
ReplyDeleteLook here for the mug shot:
ReplyDeletehttp://kstp.com/news/stories/S1022526.shtml?cat=1
Looks like her Dad is dead now. I wonder if it was Professor Plum in the Library with the candlestick.
ReplyDeletehttp://www.legacy.com/obituaries/twincities/obituary-search.aspx?daterange=180&lastname=mcneilly&countryid=1&stateid=27&affiliateid=939
The obituary is about a guy with the same first and last name as her dad, but I was unable to access the ENTIRE obit to confirm this is the same Stephen McNeilly. So, for the record, it is somebody with the same name but the info is unconfirmed.
ReplyDeleteFor what it's worth, I can confirm that his wife's name was Jill, he had 10 kids, and was born and raised in Mora Minnesota.
ReplyDeleteYes it's the same Stephen. There are other members of this family that are on many agencies radar screens. You haven't seen anything yet.
ReplyDeleteYou guys should really know what your talking about! If you want to know real info let me know and I will start writing for you! My Fathers Murder by Kristi McNeilly is not a joke in any way! My Father IS and Always will be a GREAT and Honorable and Honest Man!!! Please show respect when speaking about my Father! He is a man who earned it!
ReplyDeletethanks,
Judah S. McNeilly
I know this family. There is not one honest, or honorable person among any of them. They should all be behind bars so that Minnesota does not have to deal with their lies and cons anymore. It appears that even the most educated in this family is no different than the rest.
ReplyDeleteHonorable and honest? How much jail time did the “great and honorable and honest” Stephen P. McNeilly do when he was convicted of stealing thousands and thousands of dollars from a church? Judah, you must be using the Tom Petters definition of honorable and honest.
ReplyDeleteIn my opinion Stephen McNeilly was nothing more than a con and a thief. He never earned a damn thing in his life, not even his paychecks. He had more kids than he could afford and the government supported them as he stood by while they were abused and did nothing to help them. Sound familiar Judah McNeilly? It should. Like father like son.
ReplyDeleteI heard there were people writing trash about my family without all the information. I will not comment on any of Kristi's actions as a lawyer or otherwise, but I would agree with the sentiment that ultimately dishonesty doesn't pay and truth will rule. My father was not murdered. He died of natural causes. He was a good man...not a perfect man. You who are without sin cast the first stone! You're right that the story keeps getting better and better(fantasy usually does), but if you ever get to hear the true story, it is the best. I have one comment to the people who write trash about others but keep their names "anonymous". COWARDS! Write trash and hide in the shadows. You have nothing to be proud of. Proud to be Steve's daughter: Laura
ReplyDeleteIt should be pointed out your comment is ALSO anonymous.
ReplyDeleteHowever, if you want to tell the "true story," feel free. There is a comment box and you can fill it up to your heart's content. People are talking about stuff on this comment thread and it's just that...stuff. The author of this blog is not familiar with these details being alleged or alluded to in these comments but it sure is interesting.
You should read my comment more closely if you think I signed it "Anonymously" I actually wrote my name at the end. Sadly, the negative comments written anonymously on this article are not much more than the sad efforts of an ex wife with a vendetta. I understand the desire to have a community forum to express indvidual feelings on community activities, but you should more closely scrutinize the trash you post. Signed: Laura McNeilly
ReplyDeleteIf you want the true story then watch the best seller's list, but you won't get it here. This is a trash talk site. Also, I am one of the few people who identified myself and that doesn't include you "Johnny Northside". If you are proud of the trash you post then you should feel good about revealing your identity. Anyhow, I have said my piece, I will not honor this site with even one more viewing. Proud to be Steve's daughter: Laura
ReplyDeleteThere is really no way to know who is who, hear, but I recently saw a great law review article on the right to anonymous speech. I guess we're seeing that right in action.
ReplyDeleteWow, this Kristi McNeilly is sure a piece of work. I googled her tonight to gain a little insight on her… wow and she represents criminals. Omg sounds like she should be looking for representation herself. Even though these charges have been dropped against her.. which I really question as to how… But that is neither here nor there. My question is this…. Who knows her legal stats? What cases has she actually won and loss??
ReplyDeleteShe is currently suppose to be representing a person that I know through a friend. And after what I learned of how she was handling the case. It is so messed up and really unethical in my book..
Defense attorneys are suppose to : the job of the defense lawyer is to vigorously defend his or her client by using the law to cast doubt on the prosecution’s case. It is up to the prosecutor to convince a jury beyond a reasonable doubt that the defendant is guilty. The defense lawyer does not have to prove the innocence of his or her client, as the law dictates that a person is innocent by default until proven guilty. However, if evidence exists that can exonerate a client, it is up to the defense lawyer to bring this evidence out when possible.
Kristi I am hoping you read this………. Do your job that you were paid to do. The person that paid you to represent his family worked very hard for it. And he trusted what you said you could do.
word on the street is that Judah Mcneily was arressted over the weekend on 6 felony counts and is being held downtown on some big bail. This was confirmed with Hennepin County
ReplyDeletea follow up to my last post because i wasnt sure what judah was arressted for check out this link 6 counts of criminal sexual conduct multiple times with a person under 13
ReplyDeletehttp://www4.co.hennepin.mn.us/webbooking/chargedetail.asp?v_booknum=2010012169
Here is the data from that link provided above:
ReplyDeleteFull Name: MCNEILLY, JUDAH .STEPHEN
Booking Number: 2010012169
Date of Birth: 2/29/1972
Sheriff's Custody: IN CUSTODY . .
Housing Location: PUBLIC SAFETY FACILITY Address
Received Date/Time: 5/8/2010.. 18:09
Arrested By: HCSO
Case/Count Description of Charge Charged By Reason for Arrest Severity of Charge State of Charge Bail Information Court Appearance Date/Time Court Appearance Location
1/1 CRIMINAL SEXUAL COND-1ST DEGREE-PENET OR CONTACT WITH PERSON UNDER 13-ACTOR >36M OLDR MTKA PD WARRANT FELONY $500,000
BAIL SET BY DC 7/13/2010..13:30 DOWNTOWN Address
1/2 CRIMINAL SEX CONDUCT-1ST DEGREE-PENET ORCONTACT UNDER 13-VIC U 16-SIG REL-MULTIPLE ACTS OVER TIME MTKA PD WARRANT FELONY $0
7/13/2010..13:30 DOWNTOWN Address
1/3 CRIMINAL SEXUAL COND-1ST DEGREE-PENET OR CONTACT WITH PERSON UNDER 13-ACTOR >36M OLDR MTKA PD WARRANT FELONY $0
7/13/2010..13:30 DOWNTOWN Address
1/4 CRIMINAL SEX CONDUCT-1ST DEGREE-PENET ORCONTACT UNDER 13-VIC U 16-SIG REL-MULTIPLE ACTS OVER TIME MTKA PD WARRANT FELONY $0
7/13/2010..13:30 DOWNTOWN Address
1/5 CRIMINAL SEXUAL COND-1ST DEGREE-PENET OR CONTACT WITH PERSON UNDER 13-ACTOR >36M OLDR MTKA PD WARRANT FELONY $0
7/13/2010..13:30 DOWNTOWN Address
1/6 CRIMINAL SEX CONDUCT-1ST DEGREE-PENET ORCONTACT UNDER 13-VIC U 16-SIG REL-MULTIPLE ACTS OVER TIME MTKA PD WARRANT FELONY $0
7/13/2010..13:30 DOWNTOWN Address
This individual is innocent until proven guilty. But, as an allegation, it sounds really screwed up.
Damn, look at those sex offenses? Maybe his sister with the missing tooth will represent him. Do you think?
ReplyDeleteFor his sake, I would hope not! Everyone deserves their day in court and should be represented by competent legal representatives. Kristi is defiantly not that, from what I hear unless it involves dollar signs. Then she will fight for you. Or just plain screw you over.
ReplyDeleteAccording to some people in the legal community he is being represented by Dick Sands. that is not surprising and if you dont know who he is, just google him.
ReplyDeleteNear the Twin Cities are all Lawyers corrupted? I know that isn't true but sure makes you think.
ReplyDeleteDoes anyone know how Kristi Mcneily and Richard A. Sand are connected, sure both are attorneys. Please help if you have any details for me to look into. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteI sadly was the girl under 13 who he did that to . He's married to my mother and he's sick in the head and I hope he gets life in prison ! Ill have to testify in front of him but if that's what it takes then that's what It takes ! Hahaha judah you're gonna get what you deserve : )
ReplyDeleteMy Lord, that bitch looks like the female eating the stick of butter in that gross commercial. UUGH!
ReplyDeleteWow Pam (judah's ex-wife)! You are obsessed and pathetic to pretend to be a 13 yr old and post that lie. To have his soon to be ex-wife and daughter make up this sick story and tell them how to lie to police and prosecutor, shows you still are not over Judah and how he left you both. Now you want to destroy him anyway you can because he did not want you and never will!!! You need psychiatric help.
ReplyDeleteI saw you in court today Pam. You need to leave Judah alone. Stop stalking him. He left you many years ago and for you to sit there, smile and wave is sick! Especially since we all know it is you pretending to be the 13 yr old in this blog and lie.
ReplyDeleteJohnny-you need to find a way to "verify" who is really this "13 year old girl" that posted on your blog because the real girl is not 13 and was not 13 in any of the counts in the criminal complaint. Read the complaint dates. So that just goes to show you that someone is playing a sick twisted game with an innocent mans freedom and life.
ReplyDeleteI don't know any of these people. People come here, they argue, they post stuff...
ReplyDeleteI don't know any of these people. But, you know, have it out. Talk about your stuff.
I'm glad that the talk has turned to less objectionable issues than speaking ill of the dead, which is a societal moor that in my book applies anywhere, even this blog, even anonymously. Every culture in the world has some understanding of decency. It is a prehistoric, human tradition. Shame on anyone who violates it.
ReplyDeleteThe truth speaks for itself...its public record, people..."A jury convicted 39-year-old Judah Stephen McNeilly of Silver Lake last Friday on six counts of criminal sexual conduct involving a family member who was between 10 and 14 years old when the crimes occurred. Court documents say McNeilly’s wife initially took out an order of protection against him for herself and three children in February of 2009 after he moved out of their residence. The woman brought the victim to the Wright County Sheriff’s Office to report the abuse. She asked that the protection order be dropped when he moved back in two months later. At that point, all the children were removed from the home and McNeilly’s wife, Elizabeth McNeilly, was charged child neglect and endangerment. She faces a trial on those charges on Aug. 8."
ReplyDeleteI was actually told by Elizabeth Mcneilly that she was going to press charges for what Judah had done to her daughter. Then she let him move back in! How could a mother not protect her child. Irony is they both claim to be Christians! They are both sick. Sounds like Judah received 6 counts which should put him away for life and hopefully, Elizabeth will do significant time for allowing this to happen. Maybe justice will be served and these two pieces of filth will be removed from society for good.
ReplyDeleteInnocent man?? Look on the MN court records or google his name and see the number of scams and hundreds of thousands in judgements against him while he used his attorney sister's name to help execute his scams. This is the kind of guy you see on dateline, for more than one reason.
ReplyDeleteUHM , EXCUSE ME , BUT I WASNT LYING DUMB ASSES. JUST BECAUSE YOU THINK YOU'RE SMART AND THINK JUDAH IS SOME ''GOOD GUY'' , HAHAH WELL HIS ASS JUST GOT 30 YEARS IN PRISON....REAL GOOD. AND IT HAPPENED TO ME FROM THE TIME I WAS 10 TILL 14. AND THAT WASN'T PAM WHO WROTE THAT POST , IT WAS ME , OLIVIA , ELIZABETH'S DAUGHTER. I'M 16 NOW , OBVIOUSLY NOT 13... BUT THAT WAS ME , AND PAM ISN'T STALKING HIM , IM SURE SHE WAS ONLY THERE TO SEE HIS EVIL ASS GET THROWN IN PRISON..THATS ALL..
ReplyDeleteGOOD DAY TO YOU GUYS :)
~Olivia
Does anyone know if Elizabeth was ever convicted on any charges? She was involved in all the scams as well. She actually knew that her daughter was being molested and still let Judah move back in! Hopefully, justice served a cold dish to her as well.
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