Lead attorneys Chris Kise and Todd Blanche are representing former President Donald Trump in his classified documents case in Florida. Kise, a former Florida Solicitor General, joined Trump's legal team in August 2022. A graduate of Florida State University College of Law, Kise previously worked at Foley & Lardner and has a successful track record representing Florida in cases before the Supreme Court.
Todd Blanche, who also represented Trump in N.Y v. Trump, brings a wealth of experience as a former federal prosecutor and top white-collar criminal defense attorney. His expertise includes handling cases related to wire fraud, public corruption, and racketeering. Blanche, known for his endurance, has completed two ironman triathlons. Prior to his current role, he worked at law firms WilmerHale and Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft, and has represented high-profile clients such as Paul Manafort and Igor Fruman. Blanche is a graduate of Brooklyn Law School and is married to a medical doctor.
