Is justice truly blind? In this episode of Knowledgecast, Jack Williams interviews veteran attorney James Porfido, who has spent over 35 years in the legal system—serving as a prosecutor, defense attorney, and victim’s advocate. With a career spanning landmark cases, high-profile trials, and national media appearances, James offers a rare, inside look at the disparities in our justice system.
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Drawing from his book Unequal Justice: The Search for Truth to Balance the Scales, James shares how bias, political influence, and systemic flaws often tilt the courtroom against those seeking true justice. From his early days trying difficult cases to his transition into criminal defense—where he fought to protect the constitutional rights of the accused—James provides eye-opening insights into how justice is often more about strategy and influence than fairness and truth.
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Whether you’re a legal enthusiast, an aspiring lawyer, or just curious about how the legal system really works, this episode will challenge the way you think about fairness in the courtroom.
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📖 Want to dive deeper? James Porfido’s book Unequal Justice is available now on Amazon and Barnes & Noble.
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🎧 Tune in now for a compelling discussion on law, ethics, and the fight for fairness!