Nick Reiner Seeks Unpaid Trust Funds Following Parents’ Death

Nick Reiner, 32, has filed a petition in Los Angeles County court seeking unpaid funds from a trust established by his late parents, Rob and Michele Reiner. He contends that trustees have unjustly denied him access to these funds while he faces murder charges.

What happened

Nick Reiner filed his petition on June 8, 2026, claiming that the trustees, led by attorney Paul R. Kanin, have not offered a legal basis for withholding the money. “Like anyone accused of a crime, Nick is presumed innocent, and he is entitled to mount his defense with the resources that are lawfully his own,” the petition states.

His parents’ bodies were discovered in their Brentwood home on December 14, 2026. Reiner has pleaded not guilty to two counts of murder. After initially hiring high-profile attorney Alan Jackson, Reiner is now facing the charges without him.

Why it matters

The outcome of Reiner’s petition may significantly impact his ability to secure legal representation, given the serious nature of the charges against him, which could result in a death penalty sentence. The trust in question reportedly contains at least $1.5 million in assets, which Reiner argues are essential for both legal and personal expenses.

Background

Rob and Michele Reiner’s deaths on December 14 have prompted public outcry and left their family devastated. Nick Reiner was arrested on the same day and has remained in custody since. His not guilty plea is a critical part of his legal strategy as events unfold.

What's next

Nick Reiner is slated for a pretrial hearing in September 2026. As of now, the prosecution has not decided whether to pursue the death penalty in this case.