Justin Baldoni attorney rips Blake Lively after judge awards limited attorney fees
Justin Baldoni's lawyer says Blake Lively 'failed' after judge awards her limited attorney fees in legal battle.
TL;DR
- Judge Lewis J. Liman ruled Blake Lively can recover legal fees and costs related to her defense against Baldoni's countersuit.
- Baldoni's lawyer, Bryan Freedman, stated Lively "failed" in her attempt to sue Baldoni for sexual harassment, claiming her sexual harassment and defamation claims were dismissed.
- Lively's legal team accused Baldoni's lawyers of using a "DARVO" statement and attempting to intimidate women who report sexual harassment.
- Lively originally sued Baldoni in late 2024, alleging sexual harassment and a campaign to damage her reputation.
- Baldoni countersued for $400 million, alleging defamation and extortion, but this suit was dismissed in June 2025.
- A settlement was reached in May 2026, ending most of the remaining litigation without public disclosure of terms.