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  1. Johnnie Lee Cochran Jr. [1] ( / ˈkɒkrən / KOK-rən; October 2, 1937 – March 29, 2005) was an American attorney best known for his leading role in the defense during the murder trial of O.J. Simpson. [2]

  2. May 1, 2024 · Johnnie Cochran (born October 2, 1937, Shreveport, Louisiana, U.S.—died March 29, 2005, Los Angeles, California) was an American trial lawyer who gained international prominence with his skillful and controversial defense of O.J. Simpson, a football player and celebrity who was charged with a double murder in 1994.

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  3. Apr 11, 2024 · Learn about Johnnie Cochran, a prominent lawyer who defended celebrities and challenged police brutality. He led the "dream team" that acquitted O.J. Simpson in 1995, but faced controversies and health issues later.

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  4. Mar 29, 2005 · March 29, 2005. > LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Johnnie L. Cochran Jr., who became a legal superstar after helping clear O.J. Simpson during a sensational murder trial in which he uttered the famous...

  5. Learn about the life and legacy of Johnnie Cochran Jr., one of the most influential and important attorneys of all time. From his humble beginnings in Louisiana to his landmark cases and achievements, discover how he became a leading authority on the criminal and civil justice system.

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  7. Mar 29, 2005 · LOS ANGELES — Johnnie L. Cochran Jr., who became a legal superstar after helping clear O.J. Simpson during a sensational murder trial in which he uttered the famous quote “If it doesn’t fit,...

  8. Mar 30, 2005 · Johnnie L. Cochran Jr., whose fierce, flamboyant and electrifyingly effective advocacy in the O.J. Simpson murder trial captivated the country and solidified his image as a master of...