Subscribe to one of our news e-mail lists . Kennedy relative Michael Skakel appeared in court Thursday as attorneys sparred over whether his trial should be held here or moved to Bridgeport. Citing convenience, prosecutors want to move the case to Bridgeport, about 25 miles north. Their offices are in Bridgeport.
Defense attorneys object to the proposal.
Bankruptcy Discrimination Divorce Estate Planning Landlord-Tenant Personal Injury Taxes Assistant state's attorney Susan Gill said parts of the case have already been handled in Bridgeport, and the move would make sense. Judge John F. Kavanewsky will issue a written ruling on the matter. Skakel said nothing during the 35-minute hearing. Accompanied by a bodyguard, he entered Stamford Superior Court, sat down and stared straight ahead. He spoke only with his defense team.