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Document 28

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Summary: The court denies Ghislaine Maxwell's motion to restrict extrajudicial statements, expecting counsel to comply with local rules and professional responsibility. The court warns that it will take action against any violations. The document also includes a notice of appearance for James L. Brochin as counsel for Jeffrey Epstein in a related case.
Significance: This document is significant as it reveals the court's stance on extrajudicial statements in a high-profile case involving Ghislaine Maxwell and highlights the importance of compliance with local rules and professional responsibility.
Key Topics: Motion to restrict extrajudicial statements Compliance with local rules and professional responsibility Fair trial by impartial jury
Key People:
  • Alison J. Nathan - United States District Judge
  • Ghislaine Maxwell - Defendant
  • James L. Brochin - Counsel for Defendant Jeffrey Epstein
Document Type
Court Filing
Date
07/17/19
Pages
3
Folder
IMAGES001, IMAGES008

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Case 1:19-cr-00490-RMB Document 28 Filed 07/17/19 Page 1 of 1 UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF NEW YORK UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, v. JEFFREY EPSTEIN, Defendant. NOTICE OF APPEARANCE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that James L. Brochin, a member in good standing of the Bar of this Court and a member of the law firm Steptoe & Johnson LLP, hereby enters his appearance as counsel of record for Defendant Jeffrey Epstein, in the above-captioned action. Dated: New York, New York July 17, 2019 Respectfully submitted, By: /s/ James L. Brochin James L. Brochin STEPTOE & JOHNSON LLP 1114 Avenue of the Americas New York, NY 10036 Tel: (212) 506-3900 Fax: (212) 506-3950 E-mail: jbrochin@steptoe.com Counsel for Defendant Jeffrey Epstein DOJ-OGR-00000468 --- PAGE BREAK --- Case 1:20-cr-00330-AJN Document 28 Filed 07/23/20 Page 1 of 1 USDCS DNY DOCUMENT ELECTRONICALLY FILED DOC #: DATE FILED: 7/23/2020 UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF NEW YORK United States of America, -v- Ghislaine Maxwell, Defendant. 20-CR-330 (AJN) ORDER ALISON J. NATHAN, District Judge: The Defense has moved for an order "prohibiting the Government, its agents and counsel for witnesses from making extrajudicial statements concerning this case." Dkt. No. 27 at 1. The Court firmly expects that counsel for all involved parties will exercise great care to ensure compliance with this Court's local rules, including Local Criminal Rule 23.1, and the rules of professional responsibility. In light of this clear expectation, the Court does not believe that further action is needed at this time to protect the Defendant's right to a fair trial by an impartial jury. Accordingly, it denies the Defendant's motion without prejudice. But the Court warns counsel and agents for the parties and counsel for potential witnesses that going forward it will not hesitate to take appropriate action in the face of violations of any relevant rules. The Court will ensure strict compliance with those rules and will ensure that the Defendant's right to a fair trial will be safeguarded. SO ORDERED. Dated: July 23, 2020 New York, New York ALISON J. NATHAN United States District Judge DOJ-OGR-00001642 --- PAGE BREAK --- Case 1:19-cr-00830-AT Document 28 Filed 03/20/20 Page 1 of 1 The Law Offices of MONTELL FIGGINS,LLC 17 Academy Street, Suite 305 Newark, New Jersey 07102 Phone: (973) 242-4700 Fax: (973) 242-4701 www.figginslaw.com BRANCH OFFICES: 140 East Ridgewood Avenue Paramus, NJ 07640 30 Wall Street 8th Floor New York, NY 1005 Reply to Newark Office [X] ASSOCIATES Kenneth E. Brown, Esq. Linda Childs, Esq. March 20, 2020 SENT VIA ECF Honorable Analisa Torres U.S. Southern District of NY 500 Pearl Street New York, NY 10007 Re: State of NY v Michael Thomas, et al. Docket No.: 1:19-cr-00830 Request Extension to File Motion Dear Judge Torres: As you are aware, our firm represents the Defendant, Michael Thomas, in the above-captioned matter. Pursuant to Your Honor's Order, our firm's motion to dismiss was due today, March 20, 2020, however, we are requesting a fourteen (14) day extension in which to file our motion. Needless to say, the current events with respect to the pandemic affecting the country, has drastically affected my staff's work hours, as well as my ability to complete this motion while still managing other issues associated with my business and my family. In light of the foregoing, the Defendants, by and through the undersigned, respectfully requests a 14 day extension to file its motion to dismiss. Respectfully submitted, /s/ Montell Figgins Montell Figgins, Esq. Attorney for Defendant Michael Thomas MF/sf DOJ-OGR-00022020

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Case 1:19-cr-00490-RMB Document 28 Filed 07/17/19 Page 1 of 1 UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF NEW YORK UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, v. JEFFREY EPSTEIN, Defendant. NOTICE OF APPEARANCE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that James L. Brochin, a member in good standing of the Bar of this Court and a member of the law firm Steptoe & Johnson LLP, hereby enters his appearance as counsel of record for Defendant Jeffrey Epstein, in the above-captioned action. Dated: New York, New York July 17, 2019 Respectfully submitted, By: /s/ James L. Brochin James L. Brochin STEPTOE & JOHNSON LLP 1114 Avenue of the Americas New York, NY 10036 Tel: (212) 506-3900 Fax: (212) 506-3950 E-mail: jbrochin@steptoe.com Counsel for Defendant Jeffrey Epstein DOJ-OGR-00000468
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Case 1:20-cr-00330-AJN Document 28 Filed 07/23/20 Page 1 of 1 USDCS DNY DOCUMENT ELECTRONICALLY FILED DOC #: DATE FILED: 7/23/2020 UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF NEW YORK United States of America, -v- Ghislaine Maxwell, Defendant. 20-CR-330 (AJN) ORDER ALISON J. NATHAN, District Judge: The Defense has moved for an order "prohibiting the Government, its agents and counsel for witnesses from making extrajudicial statements concerning this case." Dkt. No. 27 at 1. The Court firmly expects that counsel for all involved parties will exercise great care to ensure compliance with this Court's local rules, including Local Criminal Rule 23.1, and the rules of professional responsibility. In light of this clear expectation, the Court does not believe that further action is needed at this time to protect the Defendant's right to a fair trial by an impartial jury. Accordingly, it denies the Defendant's motion without prejudice. But the Court warns counsel and agents for the parties and counsel for potential witnesses that going forward it will not hesitate to take appropriate action in the face of violations of any relevant rules. The Court will ensure strict compliance with those rules and will ensure that the Defendant's right to a fair trial will be safeguarded. SO ORDERED. Dated: July 23, 2020 New York, New York ALISON J. NATHAN United States District Judge DOJ-OGR-00001642
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Case 1:19-cr-00830-AT Document 28 Filed 03/20/20 Page 1 of 1 The Law Offices of MONTELL FIGGINS,LLC 17 Academy Street, Suite 305 Newark, New Jersey 07102 Phone: (973) 242-4700 Fax: (973) 242-4701 www.figginslaw.com BRANCH OFFICES: 140 East Ridgewood Avenue Paramus, NJ 07640 30 Wall Street 8th Floor New York, NY 1005 Reply to Newark Office [X] ASSOCIATES Kenneth E. Brown, Esq. Linda Childs, Esq. March 20, 2020 SENT VIA ECF Honorable Analisa Torres U.S. Southern District of NY 500 Pearl Street New York, NY 10007 Re: State of NY v Michael Thomas, et al. Docket No.: 1:19-cr-00830 Request Extension to File Motion Dear Judge Torres: As you are aware, our firm represents the Defendant, Michael Thomas, in the above-captioned matter. Pursuant to Your Honor's Order, our firm's motion to dismiss was due today, March 20, 2020, however, we are requesting a fourteen (14) day extension in which to file our motion. Needless to say, the current events with respect to the pandemic affecting the country, has drastically affected my staff's work hours, as well as my ability to complete this motion while still managing other issues associated with my business and my family. In light of the foregoing, the Defendants, by and through the undersigned, respectfully requests a 14 day extension to file its motion to dismiss. Respectfully submitted, /s/ Montell Figgins Montell Figgins, Esq. Attorney for Defendant Michael Thomas MF/sf DOJ-OGR-00022020