Jay Lefkowitz
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Event Timeline
| Connected Entity | Relationship Type |
Strength
(mentions)
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Documents | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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person
Jeffrey Epstein
|
Client |
25
Very Strong
|
23 | |
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person
Jeffrey Epstein
|
Legal representative |
17
Very Strong
|
13 | |
|
person
Alexander Acosta
|
Legal representative |
11
Very Strong
|
5 | |
|
person
Epstein
|
Client |
9
Strong
|
5 | |
|
person
Alex Acosta
|
Legal representative |
6
|
6 | |
|
person
Acosta
|
Acquaintance |
6
|
2 | |
|
person
Marie Villafaña
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Negotiating parties |
5
|
1 | |
|
person
Alexandra Wolfe
|
Professional media relations |
5
|
1 | |
|
person
Alexander Acosta
|
Professional adversarial |
5
|
1 | |
|
person
AUSA Villafaña
|
Legal representative |
5
|
1 | |
|
person
Kenneth Starr
|
Professional |
5
|
1 | |
|
person
Villafaña
|
Opposing counsel |
5
|
1 | |
|
person
USAO team members
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Adversarial |
5
|
1 | |
|
person
Ann Marie C. Villafana
|
Professional |
5
|
1 | |
|
person
Acosta
|
Business associate |
5
|
1 | |
|
person
Lourie
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Adversarial professional |
5
|
1 | |
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person
MR. EPSTEIN
|
Professional |
5
|
1 | |
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person
Acosta
|
Professional |
5
|
1 | |
|
person
Villafaña
|
Adversarial professional |
5
|
1 | |
|
person
Alexander Acosta
|
Negotiation counterparts |
5
|
1 | |
|
person
AUSA Villafaña
|
Opposing counsel |
5
|
1 | |
|
person
Marie Villafaña
|
Professional adversarial negotiation |
5
|
1 | |
|
person
Acosta
|
Professional adversarial |
5
|
1 | |
|
person
Villafaña
|
Opposing counsel negotiating |
5
|
1 | |
|
person
Villafaña
|
Legal representative |
5
|
1 |
| Date | Event Type | Description | Location | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | Plea negotiation | Negotiations for a plea agreement for Mr. Epstein were underway, with a deadline set for the foll... | N/A | View |
| N/A | N/A | Lourie and Lefkowitz reach an agreement on plea terms. | N/A | View |
| N/A | N/A | Private meeting between Acosta and Lefkowitz at a Marriott hotel in West Palm Beach regarding kee... | Marriott hotel, West Palm B... | View |
| N/A | N/A | Negotiations for Mr. Epstein's plea agreement. | N/A | View |
| N/A | Legal decision | The USAO rejected the new plea agreement proposal from the defense. | N/A | View |
| N/A | Legal action | Defense counsel Jay Lefkowitz submitted a revised draft plea agreement that substantially changed... | N/A | View |
| N/A | Plea negotiation | Lourie and Lefkowitz spoke and reached a verbal agreement on a plea deal. | N/A | View |
| N/A | N/A | Deadline for signing an agreement regarding Mr. Epstein's plea. | N/A | View |
| 2025-11-19 | N/A | Breakfast meeting | N/A | View |
| 2025-10-01 | N/A | Meeting between Alexander Acosta and Jay Lefkowitz to finalize the Epstein non-prosecution agreem... | West Palm Beach Marriott on... | View |
| 2018-12-28 | N/A | SORA (Sex Offender Registration Act) hearing | New York (Implied) | View |
| 2011-03-07 | N/A | Attorney Jay Lefkowitz contacts Alexandra Wolfe regarding her inquiries about Jeffrey Epstein. | N/A | View |
| 2011-01-18 | N/A | SORA (Sex Offender Registration Act) Hearing to determine Epstein's risk level. | New York Supreme Court, Par... | View |
| 2008-11-24 | N/A | Proposed meeting between Jay Lefkowitz and Assistant U.S. Attorney (Monday before Thanksgiving). | West Palm Beach (implied) | View |
| 2008-11-24 | N/A | Jay Lefkowitz trip to see Jeffrey Epstein. | Unknown | View |
| 2008-06-23 | N/A | DOJ official sends a letter regarding the Epstein matter to Epstein's legal team (Starr, Lefkowit... | N/A | View |
| 2008-06-20 | N/A | Submission of defense materials by Kenneth Starr and Jay Lefkowitz to the DOJ (John Roth) regardi... | Email correspondence | View |
| 2008-05-19 | N/A | Jay Lefkowitz requests a meeting with Alex [Acosta]. | Unspecified | View |
| 2008-05-19 | N/A | Jeffrey Sloman responded to Jay Lefkowitz's email with a letter imposing a deadline. | Miami (USAO) | View |
| 2008-01-30 | N/A | Email correspondence regarding a new civil lawsuit against Epstein. | View | |
| 2008-01-04 | N/A | Proposed date for Epstein's plea and sentencing hearing. | Court | View |
| 2007-12-19 | N/A | Phone conversation between prosecution (Acosta, Sloman) and defense (Starr, Lefkowitz). | Phone | View |
| 2007-11-28 | N/A | Victim notification letter sent to Jay Lefkowitz. | West Palm Beach, FL (Sender... | View |
| 2007-11-21 | N/A | Meeting between USAFLS and Epstein defense team. | Unknown | View |
| 2007-11-21 | N/A | Meeting regarding Judge Davis's selection of Podhurst and Josephsberg. | Unknown | View |
014.pdf
This document contains a 2019 SDNY Court Order from Judge Richard Berman docketing two exhibits discussed at a bail hearing. The first exhibit is a transcript of a January 18, 2011, SORA (Sex Offender Registration Act) hearing in New York State Court, where Epstein was classified as a Level 3 sex offender despite arguments from both the Defense and the Prosecution regarding the specifics of his Florida plea deal and the lack of other indictments. The second exhibit is a financial Asset Summary dated June 30, 2019, detailing Epstein's net worth of approximately $559 million, including cash, equities, hedge funds, and properties in New York, New Mexico, Florida, Paris, and the US Virgin Islands.
016-02.pdf
This document is a Motion for No-Contact Order filed by Plaintiffs Jane Doe No. 101 and 102 against Jeffrey Epstein in the Southern District of Florida on May 22, 2009. The plaintiffs argue that despite a state plea agreement prohibiting contact, Epstein's counsel refused to confirm he would not contact federal victims. The filing includes exhibits of correspondence between attorneys and a transcript of the 2008 plea conference where Judge Pucillo explicitly defined 'indirect contact' to include Facebook and MySpace.
028-02.pdf
This document is a formal legal letter dated May 15, 2009, from Robert C. Josefsberg of Podhurst Orseck to Jeffrey Epstein's attorneys (Robert Critton and Jack Goldberger). The letter demands the immediate preservation of all evidence, particularly electronically stored information (ESI), relevant to pending civil actions by victims of Epstein's sexual exploitation. It specifically references the Non-Prosecution Agreement, the 2005 FBI raid, and warns that failure to preserve data could result in sanctions for spoliation.
EFTA00028880.pdf
This document is a Reply Memorandum filed by Ghislaine Maxwell's defense team on March 15, 2021, supporting her motion to dismiss the indictment based on the Non-Prosecution Agreement (NPA) Jeffrey Epstein signed in Florida. Maxwell argues that the NPA's clause immunizing 'potential co-conspirators of Epstein' explicitly covers her and bars the current prosecution in the Southern District of New York. The defense contends that the government's attempt to limit the NPA geographically (to Florida) or to specific crimes is contradicted by the plain text of the agreement and legal precedent regarding plea agreements.
EFTA00027776.pdf
This document is a legal filing by Petitioners Jane Doe 1 and 2 in May 2019, arguing for specific procedures to determine a remedy after the court ruled the Government violated the Crime Victims' Rights Act (CVRA) by secretly negotiating a Non-Prosecution Agreement (NPA) with Jeffrey Epstein. The petitioners argue the Government should immediately announce its proposed remedy, specifically the rescission of the NPA's immunity clauses, and request limited discovery including depositions of key figures like former U.S. Attorney Alexander Acosta and Epstein's attorney Jay Lefkowitz regarding a secret 2007 'breakfast meeting.' The filing includes correspondence between victims' counsel and the U.S. Attorney's Office, highlighting the Government's delay tactics and the recent recusal of the Southern District of Florida office.
EFTA00020711.pdf
This document is a 'Second Supplemental Privilege Log' from the case Jane Doe v. United States, listing internal DOJ, FBI, and USAO communications withheld from civil discovery. The log chronicles the timeline of the Jeffrey Epstein investigation from late 2006 to August 2008, detailing the internal deliberations regarding the Non-Prosecution Agreement (NPA), plea negotiations, and the drafting of the indictment. It reveals critical details such as internal disagreements over plea terms, Epstein's refusal to plead to anything other than 'assault on the plane,' Jay Lefkowitz's admission that he never intended Epstein to register as a sex offender, and the government's struggles with victim notification and harassment by Epstein's defense team.
EFTA00014496.pdf
This document contains an email chain between a partner at Edwards Pottinger LLC and likely federal authorities (SDNY/FBI) from late 2018/early 2019. The correspondence outlines preparations for a new investigation or prosecution, including requests for victim lists beyond those in the original Non-Prosecution Agreement (NPA). Crucially, it provides a comprehensive list of lawyers who represented Jeffrey Epstein, his pilots, staff, and Ghislaine Maxwell, noting that Bruce Reinhart (now a magistrate judge) represented the pilots and staff.
EFTA00014172.pdf
An email from an Assistant U.S. Attorney to Barry Krischer discussing the confidentiality clauses of Jeffrey Epstein's Non-Prosecution Agreement. The sender informs Krischer that Epstein's defense team (Lefkowitz, Black, Goldberger) must be notified before any disclosure, specifically regarding a request or potential lawsuit from the 'Shiny Sheet' (Palm Beach Daily News). The email also notes that the defense has failed to file the complete agreement with the Court as previously ordered.
EFTA00014150.pdf
This document is an email chain dated December 5, 2008, between attorneys Roy Black, Jay Lefkowitz, and redacted parties. The correspondence discusses Brad Edwards filing the Non-Prosecution Agreement (NPA) in the 'Jane Does v USA' case under seal and subsequently requesting it be unsealed. The sender also thanks Roy Black for a meeting that occurred the previous day.
EFTA00014114.pdf
This document is an email thread from November 2008 between attorney Jay Lefkowitz (Kirkland & Ellis) and an Assistant U.S. Attorney (USAFLS). Lefkowitz arranges a meeting, noting he will be seeing Jeffrey Epstein during his trip to update him on civil cases, but expresses a desire for his meeting with the AUSA to be primarily social. The AUSA confirms availability and mentions an upcoming email to Lefkowitz and 'Roy' regarding two issues related to Mr. Epstein.
EFTA00014110.pdf
A letter from the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Florida to attorney Roy Black regarding Jeffrey Epstein. The letter alleges that Epstein's participation in a work release program constitutes a material breach of his Non-Prosecution Agreement, which required incarceration without community control. The U.S. Attorney demands Epstein withdraw from the program and complete his eighteen-month term of imprisonment as agreed.
EFTA00014064.pdf
This document is an email thread from September 17, 2008, between Assistant U.S. Attorneys (names redacted) and Epstein's defense attorney Jack Goldberger, with Jay Lefkowitz cc'd. The subject concerns a letter regarding Epstein and the Palm Beach Daily News. Goldberger states that they 'will deal with the state' and confirms that an addendum has been filed. The thread includes an attachment named 'Lefkowitz 080917.pdf'.
EFTA00014037.pdf
An email exchange between attorney Jay Lefkowitz (Kirkland & Ellis) and an Assistant U.S. Attorney (USAFLS) regarding a meeting concerning Jeffrey Epstein. The AUSA asks if Lefkowitz will attend a meeting on Thursday with 'Roy' (likely Roy Black). Lefkowitz responds on December 3, 2008, stating he does not plan to attend.
EFTA00014035.pdf
An email chain from December 2008 between attorney Jay Lefkowitz (Kirkland & Ellis) and an unnamed Assistant U.S. Attorney in West Palm Beach. They discuss an upcoming meeting involving 'Roy' which Lefkowitz states he will not attend, and arrange a phone call.
EFTA00013943.pdf
An email dated August 21, 2008, from an Assistant U.S. Attorney (USAFLS) to attorneys Roy Black and Jay Lefkowitz. The email attaches a response to a previous letter from Lefkowitz and a Protective Order received in the 'Jane Doe v. United States' litigation. The document originates from the West Palm Beach U.S. Attorney's office.
EFTA00013922.pdf
This document is an email thread from July 2008 forwarding previous correspondence from November 2007. An Assistant U.S. Attorney (name redacted) forwards a 'Victim Notification Letter' to Alex Acosta, noting that this letter—originally sent to defense attorney Jay Lefkowitz—was 'objected to by the defense' and is being referenced in a draft declaration. The document highlights the legal friction regarding victim notification procedures in the Epstein case.
EFTA00013867.pdf
This document is an email chain from June 2008 involving Jack Goldberger, an Assistant U.S. Attorney, and other legal counsel (Roy and Jay Lefkowitz). The key content is a notification that the Deputy Attorney General determined federal prosecution of Jeffrey Epstein was appropriate. Epstein was given a deadline of June 30, 2008, to comply with a plea agreement that required him to plead guilty, be sentenced, and surrender for imprisonment.
EFTA00013865.pdf
This document is an email chain from June 2008 involving Roy Black, Jack Goldberger, and government officials (including a 'Marie' and references to Jeff Sloman and Jay Lefkowitz). The correspondence forwards a critical notification stating that the Deputy Attorney General determined federal prosecution of Jeffrey Epstein was appropriate. It sets a strict deadline of June 30, 2008, for Epstein to comply with a plea agreement, enter a guilty plea, and surrender for imprisonment.
EFTA00013801.pdf
This document is a legal rebuttal from Kirkland & Ellis LLP regarding the government's handling of the Jeffrey Epstein investigation and the Non-Prosecution Agreement (NPA). The defense argues that the DOJ's review was not independent, alleges prosecutorial misconduct regarding victim notification and the selection of victim representatives (citing a conflict of interest involving an AUSA's boyfriend), and disputes the government's characterization of the sexual conduct. The document also details the defense's objections to the government's threat to terminate the agreement if Epstein did not comply with unilaterally modified terms by June 2, 2008.
EFTA00013785.pdf
A 14-page letter from attorney Stephanie D. Thacker to DOJ official John Roth arguing against federal prosecution of Jeffrey Epstein. Thacker contends the case lacks federal jurisdiction (no interstate travel for illegal purposes, no commercial sex trafficking) and should remain a state matter. She highlights credibility issues with witnesses who admitted to lying about their age and accuses the lead detective of omitting exculpatory evidence in search warrant affidavits.
EFTA00013758.pdf
This document contains an email chain between Jeffrey Epstein's defense attorney, Jay Lefkowitz, and the US Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Florida (USAFLS) in late November 2007. The correspondence reveals a significant dispute regarding the government's intention to notify alleged victims about the case under the 'Justice for All Act,' to which the defense strongly objects, arguing it would cause reputational damage and spur civil litigation before a plea is entered. The emails also discuss the selection of attorneys Podhurst and Josephsberg for a role in the proceedings, which the defense ultimately accepts.
EFTA00013750.pdf
An email chain from October 2007 between attorney Jay Lefkowitz (Kirkland & Ellis) and redacted government officials (CC'ing Alex Acosta). The correspondence discusses legal strategy, specifically an agreement where liability would not be contested for specific victims ('girls on our list'), limiting discovery to damages rather than claim veracity. It also references Judge Davis's willingness to serve as a 'decider' and the execution of an addendum.
EFTA00013745.pdf
A letter from U.S. Attorney R. Alexander Acosta to Jeffrey Epstein's attorney, Lilly Ann Sanchez, dated October 9, 2007. Acosta rejects a proposal regarding the resolution of victim claims under the Non-Prosecution Agreement and instead proposes using Judge Davis to select attorneys for the victims and potentially serve as a mediator for out-of-court settlements paid for by Epstein. Acosta also mentions attempting to coordinate with other defense team members Jay Lefkowitz and Guy Lewis.
EFTA00013721.pdf
This document is an email chain from January 30, 2008, between Jay Lefkowitz (Kirkland & Ellis) and U.S. Attorney Alex Acosta, which Acosta forwarded to an unidentified Assistant U.S. Attorney. Lefkowitz informs Acosta of a $50 million civil lawsuit filed against Epstein and states that they intend to depose a specific individual (name redacted) in response. The Assistant U.S. Attorney replies to Acosta's forward with the remark, 'Won't he be surprised when [Redacted] isn't part of the indictment,' implying that a key figure or the deposition target would not be facing federal charges.
N/A
Emails exchanged during NPA negotiations.
Plea negotiation deadline
An email was to be sent to Jay Lefkowitz stating that negotiations would end if a signed agreement was not reached by 5:00 the next day.
Sentencing Agreement
Discussing the wording of the sentencing agreement for the judge.
Revised draft plea agreement
Lefkowitz sent Villafaña a revised draft plea agreement with terms different from what was discussed with Lourie, including a 16-month sentence and a prohibition on the USAO initiating immigration proceedings against Epstein's assistants.
Breach of Assurance
Claimed Acosta assured office would not contact identified individuals or potential witnesses.
Negotiation deadline for Mr. Epstein's agreement
Stating that if a signed agreement is not reached by tomorrow at 5:00, negotiations will end.
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.
Plea proposal for Epstein
Described as happening "Late last night" relative to Villafaña's email, Lefkowitz asked about Epstein pleading to two twelve-month federal charges with half the jail time in home confinement.
Plea proposal for Epstein
Described as happening "This morning" relative to Villafaña's email, Lefkowitz called to confirm Villafaña's assessment of sentencing guidelines but proposed that a 14-month sentence might make Epstein eligible for certain considerations.
To finalize a matter
The note mentions that Jay Lefkowitz needs to follow up with a call to Acosta to finalize an unspecified matter.
Negotiation Dispute
Stating she 'bent over backwards to keep in mind the effect that the agreement would have on Mr. Epstein.'
Secret Deal Agreement
Private meeting at Marriott hotel to agree to keep the deal secret.
Victim Notification
Complaining that Acosta assured him the office would not contact identified individuals or witnesses.
Mr. Epstein's sentencing eligibility
Lefkowitz called and stated the author was correct about Epstein's ineligibility for Zone A or B, but if Epstein could get down to 14 months, he *would* be eligible. This communication implies a prior discussion where the author stated Epstein would not be in Zone A or B.
Victim Notification
Complaint that Acosta's office violated assurance not to contact identified individuals or potential witnesses.
Meeting follow-up
Thanked Acosta for commitment made during meeting; confirmed assurance that office would not contact identified individuals or witnesses.
Finalizing Non-Prosecution Agreement
Discussion regarding the non-prosecution agreement. Terms agreed upon included not notifying victims, keeping the deal under seal, and canceling grand jury subpoenas.
Representation inquiry
Lefkowitz stated he no longer represents Epstein and referred affiant to Martin Weinberg.
Representation inquiry
Lefkowitz stated he no longer represents Epstein and referred the caller to Martin Weinberg.
Representation of Epstein
Lefkowitz stated he no longer represents Epstein and referred affiant to Martin Weinberg.
Fw: Alexandra Wolfe called from Newsweek
Forwarding a media inquiry asking for comments/interview.
Alexandra Wolfe called from Newsweek
Original internal forwarding of the request.
Re:
Lefkowitz warns Wolfe about making factual assertions without checking facts, mentioning potential libel, and stating Epstein is traveling.
Fw:
Forwarding the thread with Wolfe. Marked High Importance.
Fw: Alexandra Wolfe called from Newsweek
Forwarding a media inquiry from Newsweek.
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