Nick Reiner, the 32-year-old son of actor Rob Reiner, is seeking access to a $1.5 million trust fund established by his late parents. He is currently awaiting trial for their murder, having been charged with two counts of first-degree murder after allegedly stabbing them to death at their home in December 2025.
At an arraignment hearing on 23rd February at Los Angeles County Superior Court, Nick entered a not guilty plea. On Monday, June 8, he filed a petition demanding half of the trust fund, which he claims was due to be paid outright when he turned 30, with the remainder at age 35. The petition alleges the trustee has failed to release the funds, raising 'unsubstantiated concerns' about Nick's competence.
The petition states that the trust terms are 'not complicated' and that distributions are 'mandatory and unconditional.' Nick intends to use the funds to rehire high-profile criminal defence attorney Alan Jackson, who withdrew in January due to lack of funding. Nick is currently represented by a public defender.
Nick argues that 'time is of the essence' to avoid jeopardising his defence. He has no other means to pay for legal expenses or basic support while incarcerated. The petition notes that Jackson is 'ready, willing and able' to resume representation.
Rob Reiner, 78, and his wife Michele, 70, died from multiple sharp force injuries on December 14, 2025. Nick was arrested the following day and has been held on remand. His preliminary hearing, initially set for April 29, has been adjourned until September 15, 2026.
