Judge Nunley appoints Attorney Lina Baroudi as counsel for petitioner nunc pro tunc

On May 12, 2026, Chief District Judge Troy L. Nunley issued a minute order appointing Attorney Lina Baroudi as counsel for the petitioner. The appointment is retroactive to the same date.

This follows the court's prior order at docket number 11, which required the petitioner to provide counsel's contact information. The Clerk of Court was directed to update the docket to reflect Baroudi's representation on an ad hoc basis.

Attorney Baroudi is associated with the Law Office of Lina Baroudi, located in San Jose, California. The court's order formalizes her role in this matter, signaling active representation for the petitioner going forward. The appointment was noted by the courtroom deputy and communicated to the appropriate habeas appointment office.

The case remains active, but the underlying claims and procedural posture have not been publicly detailed in the available docket entries. The court’s action on counsel appointment suggests the petitioner is preparing to advance substantive filings or responses. Judge Nunley’s involvement indicates this matter is before a federal district court, though the specific district is not identified in the current record.

The docket update to include Baroudi’s contact information ensures that all future filings and communications will be directed through counsel. This step often precedes substantive motions or briefing schedules, particularly in habeas corpus or other post-conviction proceedings. The appointment nunc pro tunc confirms the court’s intent to avoid any gap in representation.

The case’s next phase will likely involve motions or responses filed by Attorney Baroudi. The court’s order does not address the merits or procedural deadlines, leaving those issues open for forthcoming filings. The petitioner’s ability to proceed with counsel may affect the court’s management of the case going forward.