In an abrupt and peculiar move, Celebrity Attorney Michael Avenatti has dropped Stormy Daniels from his client list.
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“On February 19, we informed Stormy Daniels in writing that we were terminating our legal representation of her for various reasons that we cannot disclose publicly due to attorney-client privilege,” Avenatti said in a statement shared to Twitter. “This was not a decision we made lightly and it came only after lengthy discussion, thought and deliberation, as well as consultation with other professionals,” he added. “We wish Stormy all the best.”
Please see below statement relating to our representation of Stormy Daniels. pic.twitter.com/RgXd4DXf4X
— Michael Avenatti (@MichaelAvenatti) March 12, 2019
Adding to speculation about the abrupt ending, Daniels, whose real name is Stephanie Clifford issued a separate statement saying she has hired a new attorney and requested he review all her legal matters.
“I have retained Clark Brewster as my personal lawyer and have asked him and his firm to review all legal matters involving me. Upon completion of Mr. Brewster’s review and further consultation with me, I anticipate Mr. Brewster will serve as my primary counsel on all legal issues,” she tweeted.
I have retained Clark Brewster as my personal lawyer and have asked him and his firm to review all legal matters involving me. Upon completion of Mr. Brewster's review and further consultation with me, I anticipate Mr. Brewster will serve as my primary counsel on all legal issues
— Stormy Daniels (@StormyDaniels) March 12, 2019
It was also noted that, Tuesday’s development follows reports that Avenatti’s law firm filed for bankruptcy protection on Thursday after his ex-partner alleged the television lawyer attempted to hide millions derived from legal fees. [Read More]
