Former UA professor cites conflict of interest with former attorney in Charlie Kirk lawsuit

By: Andrea Tinker

Outlets: Alabama Reflector

Published: July 8, 2026

Words: 419

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

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A professor who reached a settlement with the University of Alabama after being fired following the assaissination of far right commentator Charlie Kirk has cited a “conflict of interest” with her prior attorney over the settlement.

According to court documents, a settlement agreement between Candice Hale, a former English professor at UA was reached on June 12, prompting federal Judge R. David Proctor to dismiss the case without prejudice.

On June 16, Hale’s attorney, Kira …

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