Charlie Sheen hires MJ's former lawyer

Washington, Mar 15 : Charlie Sheen has reportedly recruited a new lawyer, who has worked for Michael Jackson in the past, to defend him in domestic violence case against his wife.

According to RadarOnline.com, the actor has hired Steve Cochran, a L.A. based criminal defense lawyer.

Until now, Richard Cummins has been Sheen's lead attorney, reports Radaronline.

However, the 'Two and a Half Men' star's team believed they needed a "more high powered" attorney on the case

Sheen recently visited rehab for alcohol addiction and cocaine use.