Villafaña
PersonRelationship Network
| Connected Entity | Relationship Type |
Strength
(mentions)
|
Documents | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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person
Acosta
|
Business associate |
22
Very Strong
|
22 | |
|
person
Sloman
|
Business associate |
22
Very Strong
|
20 | |
|
person
Lourie
|
Business associate |
19
Very Strong
|
21 | |
|
person
Menchel
|
Business associate |
14
Very Strong
|
10 | |
|
person
Sloman
|
Professional |
11
Very Strong
|
28 | |
|
person
Acosta
|
Professional |
10
Very Strong
|
37 | |
|
person
Lourie
|
Professional |
10
Very Strong
|
15 | |
|
person
Lefkowitz
|
Professional |
10
Very Strong
|
5 | |
|
person
Menchel
|
Professional |
10
Very Strong
|
14 | |
|
person
Lefkowitz
|
Professional adversarial |
9
Strong
|
5 | |
|
person
Acosta
|
Subordinate supervisor |
9
Strong
|
5 | |
|
person
Oosterbaan
|
Professional |
8
Strong
|
4 | |
|
person
Epstein
|
Adversarial prosecutor defendant |
8
Strong
|
4 | |
|
person
Sloman
|
Subordinate supervisor |
8
Strong
|
4 | |
|
person
Reiter
|
Professional |
7
|
3 | |
|
person
Edwards
|
Legal representative |
7
|
3 | |
|
person
Epstein
|
Prosecutor defendant |
7
|
3 | |
|
person
Edwards
|
Professional |
7
|
3 | |
|
person
Acosta
|
Supervisor subordinate |
6
|
2 | |
|
person
Menchel
|
Subordinate supervisor |
6
|
2 | |
|
person
Alex Acosta
|
Professional |
6
|
2 | |
|
person
OPR
|
Professional |
6
|
2 | |
|
person
Black
|
Professional |
6
|
2 | |
|
person
Epstein
|
Professional adversarial |
6
|
2 | |
|
person
Sanchez
|
Professional |
6
|
2 |
| Date | Event Type | Description | Location | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | N/A | Federal investigation resolved through a Non-Prosecution Agreement (NPA). | N/A | View |
| N/A | N/A | Menchel made substantive changes to Villafaña's draft letter concerning Epstein's plea deal, incl... | N/A | View |
| N/A | N/A | Lourie informed Villafaña that Acosta did not want to pursue a Rule 11(c) plea. | N/A | View |
| N/A | N/A | Defense counsel pressed hard to eliminate sexual offender requirement (weekend prior to Monday de... | N/A | View |
| N/A | N/A | Negotiations regarding Epstein's case | N/A | View |
| N/A | N/A | Investigation and management of Epstein's case suffered from absence of ownership and communicati... | N/A | View |
| N/A | N/A | Early meeting with Acosta, Sloman, and Menchel where Villafaña raised victim consultation issue a... | N/A | View |
| N/A | N/A | Negotiations for Mr. Epstein's plea agreement. | N/A | View |
| N/A | N/A | Villafaña circulates the defense's proposed plea agreement to supervisors. | N/A | View |
| N/A | N/A | Lourie forwarded an email with suggestions (Alex's changes) to Villafaña, instructing her to inco... | N/A | View |
| N/A | N/A | Villafaña sent a revised plea agreement to Lefkowitz and advised him about the controlling NPA if... | N/A | View |
| N/A | N/A | Villafaña and her supervisor engaged in phone and email exchanges with Krischer and Epstein's cou... | N/A | View |
| N/A | N/A | Villafaña reacted to the resolution of Epstein's case by writing to her supervisor, expressing di... | N/A | View |
| N/A | N/A | Decision-making process regarding a state-based resolution and a Non-Prosecution Agreement (NPA) ... | N/A | View |
| N/A | N/A | Defense counsel arguing against victim notification letters | N/A | View |
| N/A | N/A | Drafting of victim notification letters | N/A | View |
| N/A | N/A | Decision to resolve case through guilty plea in state court | N/A | View |
| N/A | Investigation | Federal investigation of Epstein | N/A | View |
| N/A | N/A | Victim notification process regarding Epstein's case. | N/A | View |
| N/A | N/A | Villafaña notified Black that USAO opposed transfer of supervision to U.S. Virgin Islands. | N/A | View |
| N/A | N/A | Villafaña passed violation information to Palm Beach County probation office. | Palm Beach County | View |
| N/A | N/A | Villafaña's OPR interview where she stated Epstein's cooperation rumor was false. | N/A | View |
| N/A | N/A | Villafaña spoke with attorneys in the Eastern District of New York regarding Epstein's cooperation. | Eastern District of New York | View |
| N/A | N/A | Villafaña and FBI case agent observed plea hearing from courtroom gallery. | Courtroom gallery | View |
| N/A | N/A | Epstein facing substantial sentence under federal sentencing guidelines, estimated by Villafaña a... | N/A | View |
DOJ-OGR-00023228.jpg
This document is a timeline graphic from a Department of Justice report detailing key events surrounding the Crime Victims' Rights Act (CVRA) analysis in the Jeffrey Epstein case. It tracks internal DOJ communications, victim notifications, and court actions from 2006 to 2008, with an additional sidebar covering legal developments up to 2020. Key events include the signing of the Non-Prosecution Agreement (NPA), the deferral of victim notification regarding the plea deal, and subsequent court rulings finding that the U.S. violated the CVRA.
DOJ-OGR-00023194.jpg
This document is a page from a DOJ OPR report detailing a timeline of meetings between the USAO (including Alexander Acosta) and Jeffrey Epstein's defense team (including Dershowitz, Starr, and Lefkowitz). It covers the period from February 2007 to January 2008, categorizing meetings as 'Pre-NPA' and 'Post-NPA'. The table logs specific participants and topics, including the presentation of the NPA term sheet, discussions of investigation improprieties, and the negotiation of state plea provisions.
DOJ-OGR-00023132.jpg
This page from a DOJ OPR report details the delays in Jeffrey Epstein's guilty plea following the signing of the Non-Prosecution Agreement (NPA). It describes legal maneuvering by Epstein's defense team, including Kenneth Starr calling senior DOJ official Alice Fisher, and disagreements between the USAO and defense regarding the timeline for the plea entry, which was eventually set for January 4, 2008. The document also highlights internal communications regarding Epstein's failure to use 'best efforts' to comply with the NPA timeline.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_017973.jpg
This document is a Miami Herald article filed as a court exhibit (Case 1:19-cv-03377) describing Jeffrey Epstein's 2008 work release conditions. It details how Epstein paid Palm Beach Sheriff's deputies to monitor him while he spent up to 12 hours a day at his office, where he met with male and female visitors behind closed doors without deputy supervision. The article notes that visitor logs from this time were kept in a safe but no longer exist, and highlights how deputies began referring to him as a 'client' rather than an 'inmate'.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_013333.jpg
This document details the timeline in June and July 2008 when attorney Bradley Edwards was retained by victims E.W., Jane Doe, and L.M. It highlights that AUSA Villafaña failed to disclose a negotiated plea agreement that would block federal prosecution while simultaneously confirming concrete evidence of Epstein molesting minors. It also notes the U.S. Attorney's Office refusal to share collected evidence, specifically listing items confiscated from Epstein's home such as sex toys and massage equipment.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_021756.jpg
This document appears to be an excerpt from a news article (likely the Miami Herald) presented as evidence in a House Oversight investigation. It details the 2008 plea deal negotiations and sentencing of Jeffrey Epstein, highlighting a specific quote from prosecutor Villafaña about hiding other crimes and co-conspirators from the judge. It also documents false statements made in court regarding victim notification and includes comments from victims' attorney Bradley Edwards suggesting higher-ups directed the prosecutors' actions. The document includes a footer with contact details for Epstein's lawyer, Darren K. Indyke.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_021755.jpg
This document, stemming from a House Oversight collection, appears to be an excerpt from a report or article comparing the U.S. Attorney's Office's strict handling of a defendant named McDaniel with their lenient handling of Jeffrey Epstein. It details how prosecutors Acosta and Villafaña negotiated a non-prosecution agreement with Epstein's lawyers (including Jay Lefkowitz) in 2007, suppressing a 53-page federal indictment and keeping victims uninformed to ensure the deal's success. The text highlights the 'Perversion of Justice' investigation which exposed these actions.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_021754.jpg
This document describes a court sentencing hearing for a defendant named McDaniel, where initial arguments for leniency were overturned after the victim's mother revealed further details about McDaniel's behavior. Following an inquiry by Judge Zloch, prosecutor Villafaña admitted to McDaniel's history with other minors, leading the judge to double the sentence to 10 years and later reprimand the prosecutor for withholding information.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_021752.jpg
The document discusses the handling of sexual abuse cases, mentioning Jeffrey Epstein's leniency and defending prosecutor Villafaña's record through statements by her lawyer, Jonathan Biran. It then details the case of Adam McDaniel, a Texas teenager who traveled to Florida in 2005 to meet a minor he met online, leading to his arrest and guilty plea on federal charges.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_021748.jpg
This document appears to be an email sent by attorney Darren K. Indyke in 2019 (based on copyright), containing the text of a news article or report reviewing the 2008 sentencing of Jeffrey Epstein. The text highlights the courtroom exchange where prosecutor Belohlavek misled Judge Pucillo about victim notification and agreement with the plea deal. It also references Alex Acosta's defense of the deal, the Labor Department's statement, and attorney Bradley Edwards' assertion that prosecutor Villafaña was directed by superiors to keep victims uninformed.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_021746.jpg
This document appears to be a page from a media report or article included in House Oversight materials (Bates stamp 021746). While the caption highlights Alex Acosta's role in the Jeffrey Epstein plea deal, the body text details a parallel or related legal case involving a defendant named McDaniel who preyed on minors. In that case, Judge Zloch criticized prosecutor Villafaña for withholding the defendant's predatory history, and Assistant U.S. Attorney Andrew Lourie attempted to have the judge's comments struck from the record.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_021745.jpg
This document details a sentencing hearing for a defendant named McDaniel. The defense (Hunt) argued for leniency, while the prosecutor (Villafaña) requested 5-6 years. The victim's mother provided a statement highlighting the trauma inflicted and revealing that McDaniel had violated a no-contact order and previously discussed sexual acts with another minor. Judge Zloch interrupted the proceedings to inquire specifically about the mention of another incident involving a minor girl.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_021743.jpg
This document appears to be a news excerpt or report included in House Oversight records. It highlights the career of AUSA Villafaña, specifically praising her advocacy for victims and mentioning an award she received in 2011. To illustrate her work, the text details the prosecution of Adam McDaniel, a Texas man who traveled to Florida in 2005 to meet a 14-year-old girl he met online, resulting in his 2006 guilty plea for enticing a minor.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_021738.jpg
This document appears to be an email sent by attorney Darren K. Indyke (likely in 2019) containing the text of a news article reviewing the 2008 plea deal of Jeffrey Epstein. The text highlights the failure to inform victims about the plea agreement, citing court transcripts between Judge Pucillo and prosecutor Belohlavek, and includes comments from victim attorney Bradley Edwards suggesting prosecutors were directed by superiors to settle. The document includes Indyke's signature block with contact details redacted and bears a House Oversight Committee Bates stamp.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_021737.jpg
This document, likely an excerpt from a report or article submitted to the House Oversight Committee, details the prosecutorial misconduct surrounding the Jeffrey Epstein case. It contrasts a previous case (McDaniel) where prosecutors were criticized for lack of candor with the Epstein negotiations in September 2007, where prosecutors Villafaña and Acosta actively worked to hide the scope of Epstein's crimes from the judge and the public. It highlights an email where Villafaña explicitly states she prefers not to highlight other crimes or potential co-defendants to the judge during sentencing.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_021736.jpg
This document serves as an exhibit in a House Oversight investigation, likely highlighting systemic issues or specific personnel (like Andrew Lourie or Alex Acosta) within the U.S. Attorney's office. While the caption references the Epstein plea deal, the body text details a separate case ('McDaniel') presided over by Judge Zloch, where prosecutors (Villafaña and later Lourie) were criticized for failing to disclose the defendant's predatory history or arguing it was irrelevant. The document illustrates a pattern of prosecutorial conduct regarding sexual abuse cases.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_021735.jpg
This document is a narrative summary of a sentencing hearing for a defendant named McDaniel, presided over by Judge Zloch. The text details arguments regarding sentencing length, character references, and the victim's mother's statement regarding McDaniel's manipulation and grooming behavior. The page concludes with Judge Zloch interrupting to inquire about a reference to McDaniel's involvement with another minor girl.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_021733.jpg
This document appears to be an excerpt from a report or news article included in House Oversight files regarding the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. It profiles Assistant US Attorney (AUSA) Villafaña, praising her advocacy for victims and detailing a specific successful prosecution from 2006 involving Adam McDaniel, a Texas man who traveled to Florida to entice a 14-year-old minor. The document highlights the severity of the charges and the gratitude of the victim's parents toward the prosecutor.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_016454.jpg
This document page, likely from a House Oversight Committee report, features a photograph of a woman (presumably Villafaña) and a text excerpt describing her frustration during legal negotiations. It quotes a communication from Villafaña to Epstein's attorney, Lefkowitz, dated December 13, 2007, in which she claims to have 'bent over backwards' to accommodate the effects of an agreement on Mr. Epstein.
No Subject
Villafaña thanked Sloman for 'the advice and the pep talk' and explained her decision regarding the private attorney selection due to an 'appearance problem' and concern about defense attacks.
Revised Draft Plea Agreement
Sent a revised draft plea agreement, approximately an hour after Lourie's email reporting the deal. The proposal differed from what Lourie believed agreed upon, suggesting a 16-month federal sentence followed by 8 months of supervised release as home detention, and prohibiting USAO from immigration proceedings against Epstein's female assistants.
Case status
Attorney spoke to Villafaña 2-5 times, was told case was under investigation. Attorney noted no information was received.
Informing Edwards
Villafaña told OPR she did not inform Edwards.
Interactions with Edwards
Villafaña stated she 'listened more than [she] spoke' during interactions with Edwards, which occurred before the state court plea.
Notification regarding Epstein's guilty pleas
Villafaña attempted to reach five attorneys representing various victims by telephone immediately after Epstein's June 30, 2008 guilty pleas.
Exchange about email
Villafaña's response 'Everybody' when asked about the email exchange during her OPR interview.
No Subject
'Glad we could get this worked out for reasons I won't put in writing. After this is resolved I would love to buy you a cup at Starbucks and have a conversation.'
Victim Notification
Villafaña stated, "I requested permission to make oral notifications to the victims regarding the upcoming change of plea, but the Office decided that victim notification could only come from a state investigator, and Jeff Sloman asked PBPD Chief Reiter to assist."
No Subject
Replied to Lourie, indicating she would pass his response along to defense counsel and asked 'Any other thoughts?'.
No Subject
Response to Villafaña's email regarding immigration waiver: 'No way. We don't put that sort of thing in a plea agreement.'
No Subject
Re-sent email adding that defense counsel was persisting in including an immigration waiver.
No Subject
Alerted them about language requested by defense counsel regarding promises not to prosecute other people, commented 'I don't think it hurts us'.
No Subject
Transmittal email for revised NPA, stated "we have not and don't plan to ask immigration" proceedings to be initiated.
Response to allegations of misconduct
Villafaña responded to Lefkowitz's allegations of misconduct, specifically addressing 'false' allegations that the government had made.
State case
Villafaña stopped communicating with the State Attorney's Office due to Epstein's defense team's objections.
State indictment for solicitation of adult prostitution
Villafaña noted that the state indictment related to two girls, with one included in the federal charging document and the other not.
Communication between USAO and State Attorney's Office, v...
Villafaña noted 'very little' communication and discussed a factual proffer, but did not recall discussing specific victims in the state case.
Project Safe Childhood Coordinator role
Villafaña, as Project Safe Childhood Coordinator, treated guidelines as a floor and aimed for a higher standard of contact.
Review of victim notification letter
Villafaña thought she showed the letter to the USAO's Victim Witness Specialist who said it was fine.
Victim notification process
Villafaña told OPR USAO had no standardized victim notification method, she crafted a letter herself, did not intend for letters to activate CVRA obligations, and believed victims wouldn't be confused by multiple letters due to agent introduction.
Negotiation status and defense position
Villafaña alerted Krischer that negotiations were 'not going very well' and defense counsel 'changed their minds again,' only wanting to plead to state charges, not concurrent state and federal. She stated if no agreement, she would charge the case on September 25 and not budge.
Epstein's custody arrangements
Recounted speaking with Goldberger who 'swore' Epstein would be in custody 24/7 during community confinement, but then 'let it slip' he wouldn't be at jail but stockade, violating NPA spirit.
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