There are changes happening in the case of the former Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) worker accusing former San Diego County Supervisor Nathan Fletcher of sexual assault. Grecia Figueroa has parted ways with her lawyer.
In a “substitution of attorney” form, Figueroa checked the box indicating she would represent herself in the civil sexual assault case against Fletcher. There was no reason given for the change of counsel.
Attorneys NBC 7 talked to say this filing is a bad sign for Figueroa, especially since this is the second attorney she’s parted with. They say this potentially signals that the case may not be that strong.
“Lawyers, people think we’re dumb, but we’re not that dumb, and sometimes we like to jump off a sinking ship,” civil and defense attorney Brian Watkins said. “If the client is intending to do something that the lawyer disagrees with is another possible reason. And, you know, we’re not going to risk our …