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Civil Litigation,
Law Practice,
Criminal

May 6, 2019

Avenatti’s criminal troubles affecting several of his civil cases

The ongoing criminal investigation into Michael J. Avenatti is presenting a growing civil challenge for him as opposing counsel in an increasing number of cases question his ability to properly represent his clients.

Avenatti’s criminal troubles affecting several of his civil cases
Michael J. Avenatti

LOS ANGELES -- As Michael J. Avenatti battles criminal charges, a growing number of opposing counsel in his civil cases are raising questions about his ability to properly represent his clients.

While the U.S. attorney's office is guided by well-established protocols for investigating lawyers, civil attorneys and judges are navigating new territory as they address sensitive issues, such as seized client files and a beleaguered attor...

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