Cobb County Superior Court Judge LaTain Kell on Tuesday denied a motion from defense attorneys for former Glock Inc. CEO Paul Jannuzzo, who had sought to bar a lawyer hired by Glock from remaining in court during the trial to assist prosecutors.

Jannuzzo is charged with theft and racketeering for allegedly conspiring with another former Glock executive, Dunwoody lawyer Peter Manown, to siphon millions of dollars from the company, which has its North American headquarters in Smyrna. Jury selection began Tuesday. Opening statements are expected to begin Wednesday.