Law Practice,
Civil Litigation,
Appellate Practice
Jun. 14, 2022
Brian Panish testifies he wanted no part of fee dispute between Michael Avenatti and co-counsel
But the star trial lawyer says Avenatti was a skilled lawyer
WESTMINSTER — “He was a good lawyer,” top plaintiffs’ attorney Brian Panish said Monday on the witness stand, speaking of Michael Avenatti, who has since been convicted of extortion and bilking a client.
“He didn’t get where he was because he was a bad lawyer,” said Panish, the last witness to testify on behalf of two of Avenatti’s former clients — who were paid their full share, $23 million, of a landmark $39 million malicious prosecution...
To continue reading, please subscribe.
For only $95 a month (the price of 2 article purchases)
Receive unlimited article access and full access to our archives,
Daily Appellate Report, award winning columns, and our
Verdicts and Settlements.
Or
$795 for an entire year!
For only $95 a month (the price of 2 article purchases)
Receive unlimited article access and full access to our archives,
Daily Appellate Report, award winning columns, and our
Verdicts and Settlements.
Or
$795 for an entire year!
Or access this article for $45
(Purchase provides 7-day access to this article. Printing, posting or downloading is not allowed.)
Already a subscriber?
Sign In