Defense counsel

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person GHISLAINE MAXWELL
Legal representative
14 Very Strong
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organization GOVERNMENT
Legal representative
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person defendant
Legal representative
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person GHISLAINE MAXWELL
Client
11 Very Strong
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organization The government
Legal representative
11 Very Strong
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person Potential Defense Witnesses
Legal representative
11 Very Strong
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person the defendant
Legal representative
11 Very Strong
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organization GOVERNMENT
Professional
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person the defendant
Client
10 Very Strong
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person defendant
Professional
10 Very Strong
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person defendant
Client
10 Very Strong
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person Ms. Maxwell
Professional
9 Strong
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person the defendant
Professional
9 Strong
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organization U.S. Attorney's Office
Legal representative
8 Strong
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person Potential Defense Witnesses
Professional
8 Strong
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organization The government
Professional
8 Strong
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organization The government
Adversarial
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organization Defense team
Professional
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person Defense Staff
Professional
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organization The government
Opposing counsel
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person MR. ROHRBACH
Professional
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person Jeffrey Epstein
Client
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person Defense Experts/Advisors
Professional
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person ALISON J. NATHAN
Judicial
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organization The Court
Professional
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Date Event Type Description Location Actions
N/A N/A Appeals of Office's decisions to Washington. Washington View
N/A N/A Defense counsel's tactics in negotiating with AUSAs, including challenging resolutions collaterally. N/A View
N/A N/A Defense counsel arguing against victim notification letters N/A View
N/A Investigation Federal investigation of Epstein N/A View
N/A N/A In camera conference Court View
N/A N/A Jury Selection (Voir Dire) Courtroom View
N/A N/A Defense counsel review of nude images FBI View
N/A N/A Discussion and disagreement between Villafaña and Lourie regarding an immigration waiver in the p... N/A View
N/A N/A Villafaña informed defense counsel that Lourie rejected the proposed immigration language. N/A View
N/A N/A Presentation of the document to defense counsel, with two terms dropped from Villafaña's draft: o... N/A View
N/A N/A Negotiations with Main Justice and Southern District Unknown View
N/A N/A Joint Defense Agreement Discussion Unknown View
N/A Legal agreement Signing of the Non-Prosecution Agreement (NPA) N/A View
N/A N/A Meeting between the prosecution team and Epstein's defense counsel where the U.S. Attorney reaffi... Unspecified (likely U.S. At... View
N/A N/A Attorney Visits MDC Attorney Visiting Room View
N/A N/A Expected testimony of law enforcement agents Court View
N/A N/A Witness 'Carolyn' throws binder of evidence in distress during cross-examination. Courtroom View
N/A N/A Cross-examination testimony regarding grooming tactics. Courtroom View
N/A N/A Juror 50 Hearing Court View
N/A N/A Discussions with SDNY New York View
N/A N/A Civil litigation service attempt Southern District (NY) View
N/A N/A Seating of the Jury Courtroom View
N/A N/A Criminal trial where witnesses testified and were cross-examined. Court View
N/A N/A Breakfast meeting between Acosta and Defense Counsel. Unknown View
N/A N/A In-person legal visit where guards read legal notebooks, denied water, and monitored conversation... MDC Conference Room View

EFTA00019231.pdf

An email chain from January 2020 discussing the scheduling of a presentation by defense counsel for 'full brass' (likely senior leadership). The participants negotiate times between Thursday, January 23rd, and Friday, January 24th, eventually settling on Friday the 24th at 3:30 PM. One email mentions a redacted individual having meetings lined up with 'all of the Judges'.

Email chain
2025-12-25

EFTA00018966.pdf

This document is an email chain from August 10, 2019, detailing the immediate government reaction to Jeffrey Epstein's death. It captures the timeline from the initial report of a suicide attempt and ambulance transport to the confirmation of his death. The correspondence highlights significant frustration within the U.S. Attorney's Office regarding the Bureau of Prisons (BOP) releasing information to the press before informing the prosecutors, making it difficult for them to update Epstein's defense counsel and family.

Email chain
2025-12-25

EFTA00018964.pdf

This document is a chain of internal emails from August 10, 2019, documenting the timeline of the U.S. Attorney's Office learning about Jeffrey Epstein's death. The correspondence reveals significant confusion and frustration among officials, as the Bureau of Prisons (BOP) issued press releases and spoke to the media before providing official confirmation or details to the prosecutors, who were simultaneously fielding frantic calls from Epstein's defense counsel. The chain begins with a notification of an 'apparent suicide attempt' at 7:52 AM and progresses to confirmation that he 'passed away' by 8:18 AM.

Email chain / government correspondence
2025-12-25

EFTA00017832.pdf

This document is a letter from the U.S. Department of Justice to Judge Alison Nathan opposing Ghislaine Maxwell's requests for early disclosure of witness names and court intervention in her confinement conditions. The Government argues the requests are premature given the trial is 11 months away and discovery has just begun, noting they have already produced over 165,000 pages of evidence. The letter also defends the Bureau of Prisons' protocols for Maxwell, stating her monitoring is appropriate for a high-profile inmate facing significant prison time and confirming she has been granted extensive daily access to review discovery materials.

Government legal correspondence / letter in opposition
2025-12-25

EFTA00016734.pdf

An email exchange dated January 13, 2020, discussing scheduling a meeting. One party requests the availability of 'full brass' (leadership) for a presentation by defense counsel regarding a redacted individual on January 24, 2020. The respondent states they are out sick and cannot access calendars immediately.

Email
2025-12-25

EFTA00016247.pdf

This document is a Protective Order filed on July 30, 2020, in the case of United States v. Ghislaine Maxwell. It establishes strict protocols for the handling of discovery materials, distinguishing between standard, 'Confidential', and 'Highly Confidential' information (which includes sexualized imagery), and limiting access to the Defendant, Defense Counsel, and specific authorized persons. The order specifically mandates that highly confidential materials containing sexualized images must not be copied or possessed by the defendant outside the presence of counsel.

Protective order
2025-12-25

EFTA00015913.pdf

An email from Ghislaine Maxwell's defense team (likely to prosecutors/USANYS) dated December 30, 2020, complaining about conditions at the MDC. The email disputes MDC Legal's claim that Maxwell is not being directed to stand in specific spots, alleging guards enforced strict positioning rules under threat of sanction on December 29. The email also raises issues about Maxwell not receiving menu-designated food and technical failures with discovery discs on the MDC computer.

Email
2025-12-25

EFTA00015902.pdf

This document is an email chain between US Attorneys regarding a judicial inquiry into why Ghislaine Maxwell (at MDC) received significantly better legal access than Justin Rivera (at MCC). Judge Engelmayer called the disparity 'terrible' optics. The BOP's explanation was that Maxwell's protective custody status (isolation) allowed her exclusive use of equipment, whereas Rivera was in the general population sharing limited resources with ~80 other inmates. The emails track the drafting of a declaration to explain this to the court by the December 31, 2020 deadline.

Email chain / legal correspondence
2025-12-25

EFTA00014348.pdf

This document is an email chain from August 10, 2019, between the U.S. Marshals Service (USMS) and the U.S. Attorney's Office (USAO) concerning the death of Jeffrey Epstein. The chain tracks the timeline from the initial report of an 'apparent suicide attempt' and ambulance transport to the confirmation that Epstein had 'passed away.' The emails highlight significant friction and frustration from the USAO regarding the Bureau of Prisons (BOP) issuing press releases before providing basic facts to federal prosecutors, hindering their ability to inform Epstein's defense counsel and family.

Email chain
2025-12-25

EFTA00013267.pdf

An email chain from January 2021 between the US Attorney's Office (SDNY) and redacted recipients regarding discovery materials for Ghislaine Maxwell. The prosecution explains that Maxwell could not view materials provided on CD, so a new drive was prepared. Due to logistical constraints, the AUSA asks for permission to allow defense counsel to hand-deliver the drive to the Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) so Maxwell can review it over the weekend.

Email chain
2025-12-25

EFTA00013176.pdf

This document is a chain of internal emails between the U.S. Attorney's Office, the U.S. Marshals Service (USMS), and the Metropolitan Correctional Center (MCC) on August 10, 2019, the day Jeffrey Epstein died. The emails chronologically track the initial report of his transport to the hospital for an 'apparent suicide attempt,' the subsequent confirmation that he 'passed away,' and the significant frustration expressed by the U.S. Attorney's Office that the Bureau of Prisons issued a press release before providing official details to government attorneys or Epstein's family. Later emails discuss a suspicious phone call received by Epstein's defense team regarding the retrieval of his body, which officials suspected might be a hoax.

Email chain
2025-12-25

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This document, an excerpt from a report, discusses OPR's investigation into whether Epstein's status, wealth, or associations improperly influenced the outcome of his case. It concludes that OPR found no evidence of such influence, despite news reports in 2006 identifying Epstein as wealthy and connected to prominent figures like William Clinton, Donald Trump, and Kevin Spacey. The report notes that FBI personnel initially unfamiliar with Epstein later became aware of his connections, including those who had been on his plane, and that his legal team's mention of Clinton in pre-NPA letters was contextual.

Report excerpt
2025-11-20

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This document, an excerpt from a report, analyzes the non-prosecution provision within Jeffrey Epstein's Non-Prosecution Agreement (NPA), specifically examining whether key individuals (Villafaña, Lourie, Acosta) acted to improperly protect Epstein's associates. It details the evolution of the provision's language, from a narrow defense request to a broad clause covering 'potential co-conspirators of Epstein,' and notes the limited internal discussion within the USAO regarding its implications. The report concludes that emails and records do not establish improper favoritism but highlight a lack of substantive debate on the provision's broad scope.

Report excerpt
2025-11-20

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This document is a page from a court transcript dated August 10, 2022, from a case involving Jeffrey Epstein. An unidentified speaker, likely from the defense, argues against admitting costumes as evidence, claiming they are irrelevant and would prejudice the jury. In response, Ms. Moe, for the prosecution, argues the evidence is highly relevant to counter the defense's repeated claims that Epstein had no interest in underage girls, citing his possession of "schoolgirl outfits" near his massage room.

Legal document
2025-11-20

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This document is a page from a court transcript (Case 1:20-cr-00330-PAE, United States v. Ghislaine Maxwell) filed on August 10, 2022. It details a sidebar conference during the direct examination of a witness named Rocchio. The Judge admonishes Ms. Pomerantz (prosecution) for approaching a line of questioning regarding 'grooming by proxy' or 'third-party involvement' in a 'pimp-prostitute context,' which the Judge states was precluded or limited during a previous Daubert hearing.

Court transcript (sidebar conference)
2025-11-20

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This court transcript from August 10, 2022, captures a legal argument regarding the admissibility of a document. An attorney, Mr. Rohrbach, argues against an objection from defense counsel, stating that the document qualifies as an 'adoptive business record' of a school because it was integrated into their files and relied upon, despite a witness's testimony questioning its reliability. The judge ultimately overrules the objection, allowing the document into evidence.

Court transcript
2025-11-20

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This document is a page from a court transcript dated August 10, 2022, detailing the cross-examination of a witness named Jane. The questioning focuses on her past entertainment career in 1994, including her participation in a touring production of 'Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat' in Florida, and confronts her with a prior statement she made: "Nothing has been very difficult for me." The transcript also records a brief pause where an attorney, Ms. Moe, confers with defense counsel.

Court transcript
2025-11-20

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This document is page 73 of a legal filing (Document 563) from Case 1:20-cr-00330-PAE (United States v. Ghislaine Maxwell), filed on December 18, 2021. It contains Jury Instruction No. 51, which advises the jury that the Government is not legally required to use specific investigative techniques to prove its case.

Legal court filing (jury instructions)
2025-11-20

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This document is page 70 of 82 from a court filing (Document 562) in Case 1:20-cr-00330-PAE (United States v. Ghislaine Maxwell), filed on December 17, 2021. It contains Jury Instruction No. 51, which clarifies that the Government is not legally required to use specific investigative techniques to prove its case. The instruction directs the jury to focus solely on whether the evidence presented proves the defendant's guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.

Court filing (jury instructions)
2025-11-20

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This document is page 65 of a court filing (Document 562) from Case 1:20-cr-00330-PAE (United States v. Ghislaine Maxwell), filed on December 17, 2021. It contains Jury Instruction No. 46, which directs the jury on how to weigh testimony provided by law enforcement officials and government employees, specifically noting that such testimony should not automatically receive greater weight than that of ordinary witnesses.

Court filing (jury instructions)
2025-11-20

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This is the final page of a legal filing from the U.S. Attorney's office for the Southern District of New York, dated December 19, 2021. The letter, submitted by U.S. Attorney Damian Williams and his assistants, informs the Court of the submission of exhibits GX 603-A and GX 604-A under a temporary seal. It also states that copies of other referenced exhibits will be provided the following morning.

Legal document
2025-11-20

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This document is the signature page (page 5 of 5) of a legal filing, Document 558, in case 1:20-cr-00330-PAE, filed on December 19, 2021. The document was submitted by the office of DAMIAN WILLIAMS, United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, and signed by Assistant U.S. Attorney Maurene Comey, with Alison Moe, Lara Pomerantz, and Andrew Rohrbach also listed as Assistant U.S. Attorneys on the case.

Legal document
2025-11-20

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This legal document is the second page of a filing by the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York in case 1:20-cr-00330-PAE, filed on December 17, 2021. The prosecution cites several legal precedents to counter the defense's anticipated arguments regarding the government's motives and the thoroughness of the investigation. The document concludes by stating that the government is not seeking any specific relief at this time.

Legal document
2025-11-20

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This document is the second page of a legal filing (Document 546) from case 1:20-cr-00330-PAE, filed on December 15, 2021. It contains the signature block for the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of New York, submitted by U.S. Attorney Damian Williams and signed by Assistant U.S. Attorney Maurene Comey, with three other Assistant U.S. Attorneys also listed. The document indicates that a copy was sent to the Defense Counsel via the court's electronic filing system.

Legal document
2025-11-20

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This document is the signature page (page 9 of 9) of a legal filing, Document 545, in case 1:20-cr-00330-PAE, filed on December 15, 2021. The submission was made by Damian Williams, the United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, and signed by Assistant U.S. Attorney Maurene Comey, with three other Assistant U.S. Attorneys also listed. The document indicates that a copy was sent to the Defense Counsel by e-mail.

Legal document
2025-11-20
Total Received
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3 transactions
Total Paid
$0.00
0 transactions
Net Flow
$7,000,000.00
3 total transactions
Date Type From To Amount Description Actions
2020-12-01 Received GHISLAINE MAXWELL Defense counsel $0.00 Expenditures for professional services in her d... View
2020-08-13 Received Government officials Defense counsel $0.00 Production of discovery totaling more than 150,... View
2020-07-01 Received GHISLAINE MAXWELL Defense counsel $7,000,000.00 Retainer paid to attorneys mentioned in governm... View
As Sender
178
As Recipient
119
Total
297

No Subject

From: prosecutors
To: Defense counsel

Publicly released communications between prosecutors and defense counsel regarding the NPA.

Communications
N/A

Legal Visits

From: Defense counsel
To: GHISLAINE MAXWELL

Weekly in-person legal visits cancelled due to quarantine period.

Meeting
N/A

Redactions and sealing

From: Defense counsel
To: the government

Government consents to sealing cosigner names and confidential discovery materials but opposes in camera conference.

Consultation
N/A

Unknown

From: A. Marie Villafaña
To: Defense counsel

That is fine. I'm sorry I didn't get your e-mail sooner... Tomorrow I am available early in the morning...

Email
N/A

NPA Negotiations

From: Defense counsel
To: USAO

Mentioned former President Clinton.

Letter
N/A

Invoking the Fifth

From: Witness
To: Defense counsel

Counsel for a witness indicated the witness intends to invoke the Fifth Amendment.

Legal consultation
N/A

Jury Instructions

From: Defense counsel
To: THE COURT

Requesting instruction on 'purpose of travel' and arguing lack of evidence for return flight arrangement.

Legal argument/request
N/A

Modifications for presentation of evidence

From: the government
To: Defense counsel

Agreement to meet and confer in advance of any hearings or trial to discuss and agree to any modifications necessary for the presentation of evidence.

Meeting
N/A

Preservation Letter

From: Defense counsel
To: MDC

Request to preserve video tapes (Ref Dkt. No. 248, Ex. C).

Letter
N/A

Video call schedule

From: Nicole McFarland
To: Defense counsel

Outlining the 4-hour Friday session schedule.

Email
N/A

Maxwell Post-Hearing Br. / Maxwell Br.

From: Defense counsel
To: THE COURT

Arguments regarding Juror 50's bias.

Legal brief
N/A

Plea negotiations

From: Defense counsel
To: Prosecution team

Defense challenged the prosecution and terms presented; Prosecution reaffirmed position of two years jail time.

Meeting
N/A

Maxwell Post-Hearing Br.

From: Defense counsel
To: THE COURT

Arguments that Juror 50's trauma affected his ability to serve.

Legal brief
N/A

Conferral regarding filing

From: the government
To: Defense counsel

Government sought to confer with defense counsel but received no response.

Attempted conference
N/A

Rule 404(b) Letter

From: the government
To: Defense counsel

Repeated opinion that newly-disclosed materials qualify as direct evidence of conspiracy.

Letter
N/A

Conditions of confinement

From: the government
To: Defense counsel

Discussions regarding defendant's status

Communication
N/A

Legal Consultation

From: the defendant
To: Defense counsel

5 hours per weekday (25 hours/week) of attorney calls.

Video teleconference (vtc)
N/A

Non-concurrence in designation

From: Defense counsel
To: Government officials

Notification that Defense Counsel does not concur in the designation of documents as Highly Confidential.

Notification
N/A

Order de-designating documents

From: Defense counsel
To: THE COURT

Motion to remove Highly Confidential status from materials.

Motion
N/A

Maxwell Reply at 23

From: Defense counsel
To: THE COURT

Argues that Rule 606 violates Maxwell's constitutional rights.

Legal brief
N/A

Objection to Confidential Designation

From: Defense counsel
To: Government officials

Notification that Defense Counsel does not concur in the designation of documents or other materials as Confidential.

Notification
N/A

Legal Defense Preparation

From: GHISLAINE MAXWELL
To: Defense counsel

Argument that confinement impairs ability to communicate effectively with counsel.

Meeting
N/A

Rebuttal report (Ex. A)

From: Mr. Julié
To: Defense counsel

Explains French extradition provisions and constitution.

Report
N/A

Addendum opinion (Ex. B)

From: David Perry
To: Defense counsel

Reiterates that waiver is a relevant factor and bail in UK is unlikely.

Report
N/A

Objection to Confidential Designation

From: Defense counsel
To: the government

Notification that Defense Counsel does not concur with the designation of specific materials as Confidential Information.

Notification
N/A

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