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002.pdf
Civil Cover Sheet (Form JS 44) filed on November 14, 2019, in the Southern District of New York. Plaintiff Juliette Bryant, a resident of South Africa, is suing Darren K. Indyke and Richard D. Kahn in their capacities as executors of the Estate of Jeffrey Epstein. The nature of the suit is classified as 'Other Personal Injury' tort, with jurisdiction based on diversity (foreign citizen vs citizens of another state/USVI).
044.pdf
Court order from the Southern District of New York staying the case of Juliette Bryant v. The Estate of Jeffrey Epstein for 60 days. The stay was requested to allow the plaintiff to participate in the Epstein Victims' Compensation Program, a non-adversarial alternative to litigation. The order was signed by Magistrate Judge Debra C. Freeman on June 15, 2020, with a directive to submit a status report by August 14, 2020.
043.pdf
This document is a joint stipulation filed on June 12, 2020, in the Southern District of New York, staying the lawsuit brought by Juliette Bryant against the Estate of Jeffrey Epstein for 60 days. The stay is requested to allow Bryant to participate in the Epstein Victims’ Compensation Program, a non-adversarial alternative for resolving sexual abuse claims. Attorneys Sigrid McCawley (for Plaintiff) and Bennet J. Moskowitz (for Defendants) signed the agreement.
052.pdf
A joint status report filed on August 14, 2020, to Judge Debra Freeman in the case of Juliette Bryant v. the Estate of Jeffrey Epstein. The letter informs the court that Bryant submitted a claim to the Epstein Victims' Compensation Program on June 26, 2020, and requests a 45-day extension to the stay of discovery pending the program's determination. The document includes a stamp from Judge Freeman dated September 11, 2020, granting the requested extension.
010.pdf
This document is a legal filing dated November 21, 2019, containing a Motion for Admission Pro Hac Vice for attorney Sigrid S. McCawley of Boies Schiller Flexner LLP to represent Plaintiff Jane Doe 1000 in the case against the Estate of Jeffrey Epstein. The document includes McCawley's declaration of good standing, a supporting Certificate of Good Standing from the Supreme Court of Florida, and a proposed order for the judge to sign granting the admission. The defendants listed are Darren K. Indyke and Richard D. Kahn in their capacities as executors of Epstein's estate.
002.pdf
Civil Cover Sheet filed on November 14, 2019, in the Southern District of New York for a lawsuit brought by Jane Doe 1000 against Darren K. Indyke and Richard D. Kahn as executors of the Estate of Jeffrey Epstein. The suit is categorized under 'Other Personal Injury' and claims diversity jurisdiction, noting Epstein's domicile as the U.S. Virgin Islands. The plaintiff demands a jury trial.
009.pdf
This document is a Notice of Appearance filed on November 20, 2019, in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York. Attorney David Boies of Boies Schiller Flexner LLP formally enters his appearance as counsel for the Plaintiff, Jane Doe 1000, in a civil case against Darren K. Indyke and Richard D. Kahn, the executors of the Estate of Jeffrey Edward Epstein.
024.pdf
This document is a letter from Bennet J. Moskowitz, attorney for the Co-Executors of Jeffrey Epstein's Estate, to Judge Lorna G. Schofield, dated January 24, 2020. The letter requests a pre-motion conference to move for the dismissal of a lawsuit filed by Jane Doe 1000. The defense argues that the plaintiff's claims regarding alleged abuse in 1999 are time-barred by the statutes of limitations in New York and Florida, do not qualify for tolling under the Child Victims Act or criminal proceeding statutes, and that punitive damages cannot be legally awarded against a decedent's estate.
035.pdf
This document is a Notice of Appearance filed on March 6, 2020, in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York (Case No. 1:19-cv-10577). Attorney Andrew Villacastin of Boies Schiller Flexner LLP is entering his appearance as counsel for Plaintiff Jane Doe 1000 in her lawsuit against the executors of Jeffrey Epstein's estate, Darren K. Indyke and Richard D. Kahn.
026.pdf
This document is a Discovery Plan and Proposed Scheduling Order filed on February 6, 2020, in the case of Jane Doe 1000 v. The Estate of Jeffrey Epstein. The Plaintiff requests broad discovery including flight logs, financial records, Amazon history, and communications with government officials and co-conspirators, while the Co-Executors attempt to limit the scope strictly to the Plaintiff's alleged abuse. The document outlines proposed deadlines for document requests, HIPAA releases, and expert discovery, noting significant disagreements between the parties on the timing of these phases.
061.pdf
This is a Joint Stipulation and Proposed Order filed in the US District Court (SDNY) on June 12, 2020, in the case of Jane Doe 1000 v. The Estate of Jeffrey Epstein. The parties agreed to stay (pause) the lawsuit for 60 days to allow the Plaintiff to participate in the Epstein Victims' Compensation Program, a non-adversarial alternative for resolving sexual abuse claims. If the claim is resolved through the program, the Plaintiff agrees to discontinue the legal action with prejudice.
054.pdf
This document is a Stipulated Confidentiality Agreement and Protective Order filed on May 21, 2020, in the case of Jane Doe 1000 v. The Estate of Jeffrey Epstein. It establishes strict protocols for handling confidential discovery materials, including medical records, financial data, and the identities of minor victims, to protect privacy during litigation. The order outlines procedures for designating information as confidential, limits who may view such materials, and provides a Non-Disclosure Agreement form (Exhibit A) for third parties.
069.pdf
A joint status report filed on August 14, 2020, in the case of Jane Doe 1000 v. the Estate of Jeffrey Epstein. The attorneys for both parties inform Judge Freeman that the Plaintiff has submitted a claim to the Epstein Victims’ Compensation Program and request a 45-day extension to the stay of discovery to allow time for an eligibility determination.
071.pdf
This document is a joint status report filed on August 14, 2020, by attorneys for both the Plaintiff (Jane Doe 1000) and the Defendants (Executors of the Epstein Estate). They requested a 45-day extension to the stay of discovery because the Plaintiff had submitted a claim to the Epstein Victims' Compensation Program and was awaiting a determination. The document includes a handwritten order by Magistrate Judge Debra Freeman dated September 11, 2020, granting the requested extension.
003.pdf
This document is a Summons in a Civil Action filed on November 12, 2019, in the Southern District of New York (Case 1:19-cv-10474-NRB). Plaintiff Maria Farmer is suing Darren K. Indyke and Richard D. Kahn in their capacities as executors of the Estate of Jeffrey Edward Epstein. The summons directs the defendants to respond to the complaint within 21 days of service, with Joshua Schiller of Boies Schiller Flexner LLP listed as the plaintiff's attorney.
002.pdf
This document is a Civil Cover Sheet filed on November 12, 2019, in the Southern District of New York for a lawsuit initiated by Maria Farmer against Darren K. Indyke and Richard D. Kahn in their capacities as executors of the Estate of Jeffrey Edward Epstein. The nature of the suit is categorized as 'Other Personal Injury' under diversity jurisdiction, as the plaintiff resides in Arkansas and the defendants are deemed citizens of the U.S. Virgin Islands (Epstein's domicile). The plaintiff demands a jury trial.
029.pdf
This document is a Joint Stipulation and Order filed in April 2020 in the Southern District of New York, staying the lawsuit brought by Maria Farmer against the Estate of Jeffrey Epstein. The stay was agreed upon to allow Farmer to participate in the Epstein Victims' Compensation Program, a non-adversarial alternative for resolving sexual abuse claims. The order was signed by Judge Naomi Reice Buchwald.
028.pdf
A legal stipulation filed on April 9, 2020, in the Southern District of New York, wherein Plaintiff Maria Farmer and the Executors of Jeffrey Epstein's estate (Indyke and Kahn) agreed to stay the lawsuit. The stay was requested to allow Farmer to participate in the 'Epstein Victims’ Compensation Program,' a non-adversarial alternative for resolving sexual abuse claims against the estate.
004.pdf
This document is a civil summons issued on November 13, 2019, by the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York in the case of Teresa Helm v. Darren K. Indyke and Richard D. Kahn (Executors of the Estate of Jeffrey Epstein). The summons notifies the defendants that a lawsuit has been filed against them and instructs them to respond within 21 days. The second page contains a blank Proof of Service form.
002.pdf
This document is a Civil Cover Sheet filed on November 11, 2019, in the Southern District of New York for a lawsuit brought by Teresa Helm against the Estate of Jeffrey Epstein. The defendants named are Darren K. Indyke and Richard D. Kahn in their capacities as executors of Epstein's estate. The nature of the suit is classified as 'Other Personal Injury' under Torts, and the plaintiff demands a jury trial.
033.pdf
This document is a Joint Stipulation for Dismissal filed on April 1, 2021, in the case of Maria Farmer v. the Executors of the Estate of Jeffrey Epstein. The legal action was dismissed with prejudice following Maria Farmer's acceptance of an offer of compensation from the Epstein Victims’ Compensation Program. The order was signed by U.S. District Judge Naomi Reice Buchwald.
005.pdf
A Notice of Appearance filed on November 20, 2019, in the Southern District of New York. Attorney David Boies of Boies Schiller Flexner LLP formally enters the case to represent plaintiff Teresa Helm in her lawsuit against the executors of Jeffrey Epstein's estate, Darren K. Indyke and Richard D. Kahn.
028.pdf
This document is an Affidavit of Service filed on March 20, 2020, in the case of Teresa Helm v. the Executors of the Estate of Jeffrey Epstein. John Murphy of Troutman Sanders LLP attests that he served the Defendants' Motion to Dismiss and supporting memorandum to attorneys David Boies II, Sigrid S. McCawley, and Joshua Schiller of Boies, Schiller & Flexner LLP on February 24, 2020.
051.pdf
This document is a Joint Stipulation and Proposed Order filed on June 12, 2020, in the Southern District of New York, regarding the case of Teresa Helm v. The Estate of Jeffrey Epstein. The parties agreed to stay (pause) the legal proceedings for 60 days to allow the Plaintiff, Teresa Helm, to participate in the Epstein Victims’ Compensation Program, a non-adversarial alternative to litigation. If the claims are resolved through the program, the plaintiff agrees to discontinue the lawsuit with prejudice.
032.pdf
A legal stipulation filed on April 1, 2021, in the Southern District of New York, dismissing Maria Farmer's lawsuit against the executors of Jeffrey Epstein's estate (Indyke and Kahn). The dismissal is with prejudice and results from Farmer accepting an offer of compensation from the Epstein Victims’ Compensation Program.
EFTA00030306.pdf
This document is a Notice of Deposition filed in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York on March 24, 2020. The plaintiff (name redacted) notifies the defendants that the oral deposition of Ghislaine Maxwell is scheduled for April 29, 2020, at the offices of Boies Schiller Flexner LLP. The document lists the legal counsel representing the plaintiff, Ghislaine Maxwell, and the executors of Jeffrey Epstein's estate.
003.pdf
This document is a Summons in a Civil Action filed on November 12, 2019, in the Southern District of New York (Case 1:19-cv-10476). The plaintiff, Teresa Helm, is suing Darren K. Indyke and Richard D. Kahn in their capacities as executors of the Estate of Jeffrey Edward Epstein. The summons directs the defendants to serve an answer to the complaint on the plaintiff's attorney, Joshua Schiller of Boies Schiller Flexner LLP, within 21 days.
021.pdf
A Notice of Appearance filed on March 6, 2020, in the Southern District of New York. Attorney Andrew Villacastin of Boies Schiller Flexner LLP enters his appearance as counsel for Plaintiff Teresa Helm in her lawsuit against the executors of Jeffrey Epstein's estate.
063.pdf
A Joint Stipulation for Dismissal filed on October 15, 2020, in the Southern District of New York. Plaintiff Teresa Helm agrees to dismiss her lawsuit against the executors of Jeffrey Epstein's estate with prejudice after accepting an offer from the Epstein Victims' Compensation Program. The document serves to formally close the case.
049.pdf
This document is a Notice of Appearance filed on May 8, 2020, in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York (Case No. 1:19-CV-10577-LJL-DCF). Attorney Charles L. Glover of Troutman Sanders LLP formally enters his appearance as counsel representing defendants Darren K. Indyke and Richard D. Kahn in their capacities as executors of the Estate of Jeffrey Epstein.
004.pdf
This document is a civil summons issued by the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York on November 18, 2019. The plaintiff, Jane Doe 1000, is suing Darren K. Indyke and Richard D. Kahn in their capacities as executors of the Estate of Jeffrey Edward Epstein. The defendants are directed to respond to the complaint through their attorney, Bennet J. Moskowitz, or the plaintiff's attorney, Joshua Schiller.
010.pdf
A joint letter dated January 10, 2020, from legal counsel representing plaintiffs (victims) and defendants (Epstein Estate executors) to Judge Debra Freeman. The letter provides a status update on discovery schedules and settlement discussions, specifically noting the development of a Victims' Compensation Program awaiting approval in the US Virgin Islands. The parties request a court conference in early February 2020.
017.pdf
This document is a court order from the Southern District of New York dated February 24, 2020, in the case of Maria Farmer v. Darren K. Indyke and Richard D. Kahn (executors of Jeffrey Epstein's estate). The order grants attorney Mary "Molly" S. DiRago of Troutman Sanders LLP admission to practice Pro Hac Vice to represent the defendants.
003.pdf
This document is a civil summons filed on November 14, 2019, in the Southern District of New York for Case 1:19-cv-10479. Plaintiff Juliette Bryant is suing Darren K. Indyke and Richard D. Kahn in their capacities as executors of the Estate of Jeffrey Edward Epstein. The defendants are instructed to respond within 21 days to plaintiff's attorney Joshua Schiller.
029.pdf
This document is a Notice of Appearance filed on May 8, 2020, in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York for Case No. 1:19-CV-10479. Attorney Matthew J. Aaronson of Troutman Sanders LLP formally enters his appearance as counsel for defendants Darren K. Indyke and Richard D. Kahn in their capacities as executors of the Estate of Jeffrey Edward Epstein in the lawsuit brought by plaintiff Juliette Bryant.
006.pdf
This document is a Motion for Admission Pro Hac Vice filed on November 21, 2019, in the Southern District of New York. Attorney Sigrid S. McCawley of Boies Schiller Flexner LLP requests permission to represent plaintiff Juliette Bryant in her lawsuit against the executors of the Estate of Jeffrey Epstein (Indyke and Kahn). The filing includes a declaration of good standing and a certificate from the Supreme Court of Florida confirming McCawley's bar admission since 1997.
040.pdf
A Notice of Appearance filed on May 8, 2020, in the US District Court for the Southern District of New York (Case No. 1:19-CV-10476-PGG-DCF). Attorney Charles L. Glover of Troutman Sanders LLP enters his appearance as counsel for defendants Darren K. Indyke and Richard D. Kahn in their capacities as executors of the Estate of Jeffrey Epstein in the lawsuit brought by Teresa Helm.
006.pdf
This document is a court order from the Southern District of New York in the civil case of Teresa Helm v. Darren K. Indyke and Richard D. Kahn (executors of Jeffrey Epstein's estate). Filed on November 21, 2019, Judge Paul G. Gardephe orders the case referred to a designated Magistrate Judge for general pretrial purposes, including scheduling, discovery, and settlement.
006.pdf
This document is a 'Notice of Plaintiff's Motion for Leave to Proceed Anonymously' filed on November 20, 2019, in the Southern District of New York. The plaintiff, identified as Jane Doe 1000, is suing Darren K. Indyke and Richard D. Kahn in their capacities as executors of the Estate of Jeffrey Edward Epstein. The filing is submitted by attorneys from Boies Schiller Flexner LLP.
019.pdf
This document is a Notice of Appearance filed on March 6, 2020, in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York. Attorney Sabina Mariella of Boies Schiller Flexner LLP formally enters her appearance as counsel for the plaintiff, Juliette Bryant, in her lawsuit against Darren K. Indyke and Richard D. Kahn, the executors of Jeffrey Epstein's estate.
020.pdf
A 'Notice of Appearance' filed on March 6, 2020, in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York. Attorney Sabina Mariella of Boies Schiller Flexner LLP officially enters her appearance as counsel for the plaintiff, Maria Farmer, in her lawsuit against Darren K. Indyke and Richard D. Kahn, the executors of Jeffrey Epstein's estate.
039.pdf
This document is a Notice of Appearance filed on May 8, 2020, in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York (Case No. 1:19-CV-10476-PGG-DCF). Attorney Matthew J. Aaronson of Troutman Sanders LLP enters his appearance as counsel for defendants Darren K. Indyke and Richard D. Kahn, acting in their capacities as executors of the Estate of Jeffrey Edward Epstein, in the case brought by plaintiff Teresa Helm.
054.pdf
Legal document filed on October 15, 2020, in the Southern District of New York regarding the case of Juliette Bryant v. The Estate of Jeffrey Epstein. The document is a Joint Stipulation for Dismissal stating that the plaintiff, Juliette Bryant, has accepted an offer of compensation from the Epstein Victims' Compensation Program. Consequently, the case is dismissed with prejudice, with each party bearing their own legal costs.
022.pdf
A Notice of Change of Address filed on March 23, 2020, in the SDNY case Juliette Bryant v. Darren K. Indyke and Richard D. Kahn (Executors of the Estate of Jeffrey Epstein). Attorney Mary "Molly" S. DiRago of Troutman Sanders LLP notifies the court that her firm has moved from One North Wacker Drive to 227 W. Monroe Street in Chicago, IL. She confirms she will continue as counsel of record.
023.pdf
This document is a 'Notice of Change of Address' filed on March 23, 2020, in the US District Court SDNY case 'Maria Farmer vs. Darren K. Indyke and Richard D. Kahn' (executors of the Epstein Estate). Attorney Mary 'Molly' S. DiRago of Troutman Sanders LLP notifies the court that her firm's address in Chicago has moved from One North Wacker Drive to 227 W. Monroe Street. She confirms she remains counsel of record.
006.pdf
This document is a Motion for Admission Pro Hac Vice filed on November 21, 2019, in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York. Attorney Sigrid S. McCawley of Boies Schiller Flexner LLP requests permission to represent the plaintiff, Maria Farmer, in her case against the executors of Jeffrey Epstein's estate, Darren K. Indyke and Richard D. Kahn.
023.pdf
This document is a Notice of Defendants' Motion to Dismiss filed on April 14, 2020, in the case of Juliette Bryant v. The Estate of Jeffrey Epstein (Case No. 1:19-cv-10479). The executors of Epstein's estate, Darren Indyke and Richard Kahn, represented by Troutman Sanders LLP, are moving to dismiss the plaintiff's complaint pursuant to Rule 12(b)(6).
005.pdf
This document is a Notice of Appearance filed on November 20, 2019, in the US District Court for the Southern District of New York. Attorney David Boies of Boies Schiller Flexner LLP formally enters his appearance as counsel for the plaintiff, Juliette Bryant, in her lawsuit against the executors of Jeffrey Epstein's estate, Darren K. Indyke and Richard D. Kahn.
018.pdf
This document is a Notice of Appearance filed in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York on March 6, 2020. Attorney Andrew Villacastin of Boies Schiller Flexner LLP formally enters his appearance as counsel for the plaintiff, Juliette Bryant, in her lawsuit against the executors of Jeffrey Epstein's estate, Darren K. Indyke and Richard D. Kahn.
007.pdf
A court order from the Southern District of New York dated November 25, 2019, in the case of Maria Farmer v. Darren K. Indyke and Richard D. Kahn (Executors of the Estate of Jeffrey Edward Epstein). The order grants attorney Sigrid S. McCawley of Boies Schiller Flexner LLP admission to practice Pro Hac Vice to represent the plaintiff, Maria Farmer.
014.pdf
This document is a Court Order from the Southern District of New York, dated January 30, 2020, in the case of Teresa Helm v. Darren K. Indyke and Richard D. Kahn (Executors of the Estate of Jeffrey Edward Epstein). Judge Paul G. Gardephe sets a scheduling order for the Defendants' motion to dismiss, with deadlines spanning February and March 2020.
014.pdf
Legal correspondence from attorney Bennet J. Moskowitz to Judge Lorna G. Schofield requesting an extension for the defendants (Indyke and Kahn, executors of the Epstein Estate) to respond to a motion by Jane Doe 1000. The judge endorsed the letter on December 5, 2019, granting an adjournment of the deadline to January 16, 2020.
018.pdf
This document is a court order from the Southern District of New York dated February 14, 2020, in the case of Teresa Helm v. the Estate of Jeffrey Epstein. Judge Debra Freeman granted a motion for Mary 'Molly' S. DiRago of Troutman Sanders LLP to be admitted Pro Hac Vice as counsel for the defendants, Darren K. Indyke and Richard D. Kahn (executors of Epstein's estate).
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