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Extraction Summary
14
People
3
Organizations
1
Locations
2
Events
3
Relationships
4
Quotes
Document Information
Type:
Deposition transcript
File Size:
2.83 MB
Summary
These transcript pages document the testimony of Scott Rothstein, who admits to using the Jeffrey Epstein case to further his Ponzi scheme when he needed an influx of money. Rothstein states he learned of Epstein's billionaire status through his partner Russ Adler and internet research. The testimony also covers administrative details of the RRA law firm, specifically how travel expenses were approved for various attorneys.
People (14)
| Name | Role | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Scott Rothstein | Witness |
Being deposed regarding his law firm, expenses, and involvement with the Epstein case.
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| Jeffrey Epstein | Subject |
Discussed as a billionaire client; Rothstein used his case to further a Ponzi scheme.
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| Jack Goldberger | Attorney |
Conducts the 'Further Direct Examination' on page 92.
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| Ms. Haddad | Attorney |
Conducts questioning regarding travel expenses and personnel.
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| Russ Adler | Attorney/Partner |
Told Rothstein that Epstein was a billionaire; handled travel approvals for Brad Edwards.
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| Brad Edwards | Attorney |
Referred to as 'Brad' and 'Mr. Edwards'. Interjects to say 'No' regarding Wayne Black.
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| Wayne Black | Investigator (Potential) |
Rothstein is questioned about hiring him and his connection to Ron Cacciatore.
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| Ron Cacciatore | Individual |
Possibly associated with Wayne Black.
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| Ms. Stay | CFO |
Chief Financial Officer of the firm; would handle expense issues.
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| Mr. Nurik | Lawyer |
Senior lawyer whose travel Rothstein did not micromanage.
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| Mr. Rosenfeldt | Lawyer |
Senior lawyer whose travel Rothstein did not micromanage.
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| Mr. Boden | Lawyer |
Senior lawyer whose travel Rothstein did not micromanage.
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| Mr. Lippman | Lawyer |
Senior lawyer whose travel Rothstein did not micromanage.
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| Shawn Birken | Lawyer |
Described as a 'younger lawyer' whose expenses might be scrutinized.
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Organizations (3)
| Name | Type | Context |
|---|---|---|
| RRA |
Rothstein Rosenfeldt Adler (Law Firm); described as having a 'legitimate portion'.
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| Ritz Carlton |
Mentioned hypothetically as an expensive hotel a junior lawyer might try to book.
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| Friedman, Lombardi & Olson |
Court reporting firm listed in the footer.
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Timeline (2 events)
Unknown (Past)
Rothstein researches Epstein on the internet to confirm he is a billionaire.
Unknown
Unknown (Past)
Rothstein decides to use the Epstein case to further his Ponzi scheme due to a need for an influx of money.
Unknown
Locations (1)
| Location | Context |
|---|---|
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General reference to travel locations for depositions.
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Relationships (3)
Rothstein used Epstein's case to further his Ponzi scheme; researched his wealth.
Adler informed Rothstein about Epstein's wealth; Adler handled travel approvals for Brad Edwards.
Rothstein trusted Brad to handle cases and expenses.
Key Quotes (4)
"I remember looking up an seeing that he was very wealthy, that he was a billionaire."Source
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Quote #1
"Was it prior to your needing to use the Epstein case to further your Ponzi scheme? A. Yes."Source
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Quote #2
"Because it was a legitimate case in the legitimate portion of RRA that I had reason to believe"Source
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Quote #3
"I think you indicated that you needed an influx of money at some point and that's when you decided to use the Epstein case in furtherance of the Ponzi scheme; is that correct? A. Yes."Source
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Quote #4
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