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FBI VOL00009
EFTA00190318
446 pages
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U.S. Department of Justice United States Attorney Southern District of Florida 500S Australian Ave Ste 400 West Palm Beall, FL 33401 (361)8204711 Facsimile• O6O8204777 August 21, 2008 DELIVERY BY ELECTRONIC MAIL Jay P. Lefkowitz, Esq. Kirkland & Ellis liP Citigroup Center 153 East 53rd Street New York, New York 10022-4675 Roy Black, Esq. Black Srebnick Kornspan & Stumpf P.A. 201 S. Biscayne Blvd, Suite 1300 Miami, FL 33131 Re: Jeffrey Epstein Dear Jay and Roy: Thank you for your response to my earlier letter. The U.S. Attorney's Office shares in your desire to implement all of the terms of the Non-Prosecution Agreement. As you are aware, the jointly-approved Special Master. Judge Mi. has already selected an attorney representative, Robert Josefsberg, who was accepted by both parties. The Office has conferred with Mr. Josefsberg, who has agreed to continue in that role. In October 2007, Mr. Josefsberg expended time, effort, and funds in preparing to serve as the attorney representative, and he will need a written confirmation from you that his future fees and expenses will be paid in accordance with the terms of the Non-Prosecution Agreement. Please provide me with a copy of that correspondence for my file. With that matter settled, I believe that the requirement for a joint written submission to the Special Master has been extinguished. Nonetheless, I have no objection to attempting to create a joint statement to assist Mr. Josefsberg in serving his duties. Regarding your suggestion that we ask Judge to "offer the final word on how certain clauses should be interpreted and satisfied," I believe that the Agreement speaks for itself. EFTA00190378
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JAr P. LFIXOWIT7, ESQ. Ror BLACK. ESQ. AUGUST' 21,2008 PAGE 2 op 2 Pursuant to the terms of the Agreement, following Mr. Epstein's sentencing, the U.S. Attorney's Office provided Mr. Epstein's counsel with a list of the individuals whom it was prepared to name in an indictment as victims of an offense enumerated in 18 U.S.C. § 2255. and none of those names will be deleted. By his agreement, Mr. Epstein sought to resolve liability for all criminal activity known to the United States as of the lime of his plea and sentencing, and he is responsible for damages to all victims of that criminal activity. . Copies of the victim notifications will continue to be provided to counsel for Mr. Epstein. Please let me know whether I should continue to list Mr. Goldberger as the point of contact for the civil litigation. Regarding your suggestion on the content of the notification letters, I intend to use the same format that was used in the letters previously approved by Messrs. Goldberger and Tein, except that I will include the language from the September and October agreements. I have enclosed a draft herewith. Because I previously provided the victims with incorrect information—albeit with the approval of Mr. Epstein's counsel—it is imperative that I correct the error promptly. Accordingly, if you have any substantive objections to the letter, please advise me by tomorrow afternoon. Sincerely, R. Alexander Acosta United States Attorney By: ad . <4 , 62€4:ther — A. Marie Villafafta Assistant United States Attorney cc: Karen Atkinson, Chief. Northern Division EFTA00190379
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U.S. Department of Justice United States Attorney Southern District of Florida 500 South Australian Aw.. Suite 400 West Palm Beach. FL 3340! (36!) 820.87!! Facsimile: 060 820-8777 August 22. 2008 VIA FACSIMILE A U.S. MAIL ND Michael E. Dutko, Esq. Bogenschutz & Dutko 600 S. Andrews Ave, Suite 500 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301-2802 DRAFT Re: Jeffrey Epstein= : AMENDED NOTIFICATION OF IDENTIFIED vicrim Dear Mr. Dutko: By virtue of this letter, the United States Attorney's Office for the SouthernMt of Florida asks that you provide the following amended notice to your client, Some of the information contained in the July 20,2008 letter to Ms. was inaccurate, so please advise her of the following changes. As you were previously advised, on June 30, 2008, Jeffrey Epstein (hereinafter referred to as "Epstein) entered a plea of guilty to violations of Florida Statutes Sections 796.07 (felony solicitation of prostitution) and 796.03 (procurement of minors to engage in prostitution), in the 15th Judicial Circuit in and for Palm Beach County (Case Nos. 2006-cf- 009454AXXXMB and 2008-cf-00938IAXXXMB) and was sentenced to a term of twelve months' imprisonment to be followed by an additional six months' imprisonment, followed by twelve months of Community Control I, with conditions of community confinement imposed by the Court. In light of the entry of the guilty plea and sentence, the United States has agreed to defer federal prosecution in favor of this state plea and sentence, subject to certain conditions, including the following: I. An independent Special Master was assigned the task of selecting an attorney representative to represent the victims in connection with civil EFTA00190380
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MICIIAEL E. DUTKO, ESO. AMENDED Ronne'mot+ OF IDENTIFIED VIC nm Aucus-r 22, 2008 PAGE 2 OF 3 DRAFT litigation between the victims and Mr. Epstein. The Special Master selected Robert Josefsberg, Esq. of the firm Podhurst Orseck, P.A., a highly-respected and experienced attorney. Ms. is not obligated to use Mr. Josefsberg as her civil attorney, but, as explained in greater detail below, Mr. Josefsberg's services will be provided at no cost to Ms. because Mr. Epstein is obligated to pay the costs and fees of the attorney-representative. Also, Mr. Epstein and his attorneys can only contact Ms. via Mr. Josefsberg, assuming that she would like Mr. Josefsberg to serve as her attorney. 2. If Ms. elects to file suit against Mr. Epstein pursuant to Title 18, United States Code, Section 2255, Mr. Epstein will not contest the jurisdiction of the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida over his person and/or the subject matter, and Mr. Epstein waives his right to contest liability and also waives his ri t to contest damages up to an amount as a eed to between Ms. and Mr. Epstein, so long as Ms. elects to proceed exclusively under 18 U.S.C. § 2255, and she waives any other claim for damages, whether pursuant to state, federal, or common law. Notwithstanding this waiver. Epstein's agreement with the United States, his waivers and failure to contest liability and such damages in any suit are not to be construed as an admission of any criminal or civil liability. 3. As stated above. Mr. Epstein has agreed to pay the fees of the attorney representative selected by the independent third party. This provision, however, shall not obligate Epstein to pay the fees and costs of contested litigation filed ra ft . Thus, if after consideration of potential settlements, Ms. and Mr. Josefsberg elect to file a contested lawsuit pursuant to 18 U.S.C. § 2255 or she elects to pursue any other contested remedy, the obligation to pay the costs of the attorney representative, as opposed to any statutory or other obligations to pay reasonable attorneys fees and costs such as those contained in Section 2255 to bear the costs of the attorney representative, shall cease. Mr. Josefsberg will be contactiniovithin the next week to explain these terms and to determine if he may contact Ms. directly. If you would like to contact Mr. EFTA00190381
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MICHAEL E. DUTKO, AMENDED NOTIFICATION OF IIXNTIFIFS) VICTIM AUGUST 22.2008 PAGE 3 OF 3 Josefsberg directly, he can be reached at 305 358-2800. If Ms. has selected other counsel to represent her, or if she does so in the future, and she decides to pursue a claim against Jeffrey Epstein. his attorney, Jack Goldberger, asks that he be contacted at Atterbury Goldberger and Weiss, 250 Australian Avenue South, Suite 1400, West Palm Beach, FL 33401. In addition, a judge has ordered that the United States make available to any designated victim (and/or her attorney) a copy of the actual agreement between Mr. Epstein and the United States, so long as the victim (and/or her attorn reviews, signs, and agrees to be bound by a Protective Order entered by the Court. If Ms. would like to review the Agreement, please let me know, and I will forward a copy of the Protective Order for her signature. As I stated in my earlier notification, please understand that neither the U.S. Attorney's Office nor the Federal Bureau of Investigation can take part in or otherwise assist in civil litigation, but we again thank you and your client for all of her assistance during the course of this investigation. R. ALEXANDER ACOSTA UNITED STATES ATTORNEY DRAFT By: A. MARIE VILLAFANA ASSISTANT U.S. ATTORNEY cc: Robert Josefsberg, Esq. Jack Goldberger, Esq. EFTA00190382
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Case 9:08-cv-80736-KAM
Document 26
Entered on FLSD Docket 08/21/2008
Page 1 of 2
UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT
SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF FLORIDA
NO. 08-80736-CIV-MARRABOHNSON
IN RE: JANE DOES I AND 2,
Petitioners.
ORDER TO COMPEL PRODUCTION AND PROTECTIVE ORDER
THIS CAUSE comes before the Court on the Petitioners' ore tenus motion seeking the
production of the Non-Prosecution Agreement between the United States Attorney's Office for the
Southern District of Florida ("USAO") and Jeffrey Epstein ("Epstein"). After consideration of the
Motion, the arguments of the parties, and the record, it is ORDERED AND ADJUDGED that the
Petitioners' Motion is GRANTED. The USAO shall produce the Non-Prosecution Agreement,
including any modifications and addenda thereto, in accordance with the following procedures:
(a)
The USAO shall produce a copy of the Non-Prosecution Agreement,
including any modifications and addenda thereto (collectively referred to as the "Agreement"), to
the attorneys for Petitioners.
(b)
Petitioners and their attorneys shall not disclose the Agreement or its terms
to any third party absent further court order, following notice to and an opportunity for Epstein's
counsel to be heard.
(c)
Before counsel for petitioners show the Agreement to their clients or discuss
the specific terms with them, they must provide a copy of this Order to petitioners, who must review
and acknowledge their receipt of, and agreement to abide by, the terms of the Order. Counsel for
petitioners must promptly provide a copy of that acknowledgment to the USAO.
(d)
If any individuals who have been identified by the USAO as victims of
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Case 9:08-cv-80736-KAM Document 26 Entered on FLSD Docket 08/21/2008 Page 2 of 2 Epstein and/or any attomey(s) for those individuals request the opportunity to review the Agreement, then the USAO shall produce the Agreement to those individuals, so long as those individuals also agree that they shall not disclose the Agreement or its terms to any third party absent further court order, following notice to and an opportunity for Epstein's counsel to be heard (e) Prior to producing the documents to any other individuals who have been identified by the USAO as victims of Epstein and/or any attomey(s) for those individuals, a copy of this Order must be provided to said individuals, who must review and acknowledge their receipt of, and agreement to abide by, the terms of this Order. Counsel for petitioners must promptly provide a copy of that acknowledgment to the USAO. DONE and ORDERED in Chambers, in West Palm Beach, Palm Beach County, Florida, this 21" day of August, 2008. KENNETH A. MARRA UNITED STATES DISTRICT JUDGE Copies furnished to: all counsel of record By signing below, I certify that I have reviewed and agree to be bound by the terms of this Order. Dated: Signed by: Printed Name: 2 EFTA00190384
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KIRKLAND & ELLIS LLP N•10 XOINnp PANINO:11 ISM Cilirup Conies 153 East 53ifo Strom . Now York. Nnw York 160274611 Joy P I olkowitz. P C Ir To Sot [Sealy 413.11./M pent zekilklaiml Co..' VIA FACSIMILE (561) 820-8777 446.4000 wow kirkkind can August 22.2008 A. Marie Villafana I intent States Attorney's Office Southern District of Florida 300 South Australian Avenue. Suite 400 West Palm Beach. Florida 33401 Affiry Epsitin Dear Mark: Facrarnoe r: 44S 4900 I write this letter to correct certain misstatements made in win. letter dated August 21. 2008. and the accompanying draft notification. First, you state that "Mr. Josefsbcrg expended time, effort and funds in preparing to serve as attorney representative in October of 2007.- Neither I. nor any other attorney un Mr. Epstein's defense team. was notified of this work by Mr. Joselsherg. Second. in the victim notification letter, no judge "has ordered that the United States" make available a copy of the Non-Prosecution. Agreement. Section (d) of the Order to Compel Production and Protective Order provides that if any of the alleged - victims- andior their altonieys "request the opportunity to review the Agreement." the MAO shall comply with tlx: request so long as those individuals agree not to disclose the Non-Prosecution Agreement. There is no court order requiring the government to provide the alleged "victims' with ninice that the Non-Prosecution Agreement is available to them upon request and doing so is in conflict with the confidentiality provisions of the Agreement. Given that the individuals on the list will have an attorney representative who is fully aware of the terms of the Non-Prosecution Agreement. this conflicting paragraph of your notice is unnecessary in any event and should he excised. Third. misstatements in your prior notification were not made "with the approval of Mr. Epstein's counsel.- Fourth. we arc concerned with your open-ended description of Mr. lipstein's responsibilities regarding civil restitution. The resolution of liability pursuant to 18 U.S.C. EFTA00190385
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KIRKLAND & ELLIS LLP A. Marie Villahiuia August 22. 2008 Page 2 § 2253 is as stated in paragraphs 7 and S of the Agreement and the Addendum to the Agreement. no more. no less. Filth. while ?nu state, in your letter, that the IISAO does nut intend to delete any of the names on the list provided to Mr. Epstein's counsel. you do not confirm that the prior list is final and complete. There can be no expansion of the list of individuals that you informed us had been memorialized as of September 24. 2007 and disclosed to Mr. Epstein un June 30. 2008 (the date of sentence pursuant to the Agreement's disclosure requirements). Please confirm the exact name and number of individuals the government plans on notifying as provided for under the Agreement. Sixth. based on express language in prior communications front your Office. we are in agreement that paragraphs 7 and ft of the Agreement arc in need of clari ileation and implementation. We will work with the attorney representative in attempting to reach a fair resolution of the outstanding civil matters in a manner that is in accordance with the Agreement. Seventh, we have previously communicated our objections to the propriety of the attorney representative engaging in contested litigation. We again dispute the assertion that Mr. Jostisberg's dutit.s include filing contested litigation. In any ease, that issue is not ripe for resolution in this point, but again, given his agreement to be the attorney representative, we will address these matters directly with Mr. Josefsberg. Siqstircly. tr, cc: Karen Atkinson, Chia, Northern Division EFTA00190386
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KIRKLAND & ELLIS LLP Fax Transmittal Citigroup Center 153 East 53rd Street New York, New York 10022-4611 Phone: Fax Please notify us immediately it any pages are not received. THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS COMMUNICATION IS CONFIDENTIAL. MAY BE ATTORNEY-CLIENT PRIVILEGED, MAY CONSTITUTE INSIDE INFORMATION, AND IS INTENDED ONLY FOR THE USE OF THE ADDRESSEE. UNAUTHORIZED USE. DISCLOSURE OR COPYING IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED AND MAY BE UNLAWFUL IF YOU HAVE RECEIVED THIS COMMUNICATION IN ERROR, PLEASE NOTIFY US IMMEDIATELY AT: To: Company: Fax #: Direct II: A. Marie Villafana United States Attorney's Office 561-S20-S777 561-2W)-1047 CC: Company: Fax #: Direct #: Karen Atkinson t Inited States Attorney's Office 561-820-8777 561-520-5711 From: • Date: Pagesimicover: Fax #: Direct Jay 1'. Lelkowitz August 22.2008 3 Message: EFTA00190387
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U.S. Department of Justice United States Attorney Southern District of Florida 500 S. Australian Ave, Ste 400 West Palm Beach, FL 33401 (561)8204711 Facsimile: (561) 820-8777 August 26, 2008 DELIVERY BY ELECTRONIC MAIL Jay P. Lefkowitz, Esq. Kirkland & Ellis LLP Citigroup Center 153 East 53rd Street New York, New York 10022-4675 Roy Black, Esq. Black Srebnick Kornspan & Stumpf P.A. 201 S. Biscayne Blvd, Suite 1300 Miami, FL 33131 Re: Jeffrey Epstein Dear Jay and Roy: Thank you for your letter of August 22nd. I write to follow up on some of the points that you raised. The list of thirty-two victims that was provided to Mr. Goldberger via certified mail on July 10, 2008 is the final list. As I mentioned, copies of the notification letters to each victim will be carbon-copied to an attorney for Mr. Epstein and Mr. Josefsberg. I asked you to advise me whether Mr. Goldberger should continue to be listed as the contact person for the civil litigation in the amended victim notification letters and whether he should receive the carbon copies of those letters as they are sent. 1 also asked you to provide me with written confirmation of your agreement to pay Mr. Josefsberg's fees. Please provide that confirmation to Mr. Josefsberg so that he can begin his representation, and provide me with a copy for my file. I have conferred with the lead AUSA in the case of Jane Doe I and 21 United States, EFTA00190388
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JAY P. LEFKOWITZ, ESQ. ROY BLACK, ESQ. AUGUST 26, 2008 PAGE 2 OF 2 and he agrees that, based upon the discussion with Judge Marra during the hearing on the plaintiffs' motion, a notification of the judge's ruling is required. I will, however, change the language slightly to direct the victims to discuss the matter with Mr. Josefsberg. With regard to your concerns with my "open-ended description of Mr. Epstein's responsibilities regarding civil restitution," I agree that the resolution of civil damages claims is as stated in paragraphs 7 and 8 of the Agreement and Addendum. That is why the language in the notification is taken verbatim from paragraphs 7, 8, and 7C of the Agreement and Addendum, except that the victim's name is used in place of "identi fied individual." As I mentioned in my earlier letter, i f you have any proposed substantive changes, please provide them to me. Mr. Goldberger and Mr. Tein explicitly approved the language in my earlier victim notification letter, even though they apparently were taking the position that the December 19, 2007 letter was not part of the Agreement, so that misinformation was provided to the victims with the approval of Mr. Epstein's attorneys. With regard to your sixth and seventh points, I reiterate that it is the Office's position that the Agreement and Addendum speak for themselves. Let me also reiterate that, while the Office does not intend to involve itself in any civil negotiations or litigation, if it comes to our attention that Mr. Epstein has breached the terms of the Agreement, the Office intends to enforce its right pursuant to the Agreement. I would appreciate a prompt response to the question regarding which of Mr. Epstein's attorneys should be named in and receive copies of the notification letters, as well as documentation of your commitment to paying Mr. Josefsberg's fees so that I may begin distributing the revised victim notifications on Wednesday morning. Sincerely, R. Alexander Acosta Un' States Attorney By: A. Villa fafla Assistant United States Attorney cc: Karen Atkinson, Chief, Northern Division EFTA00190389
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From: Barry Krischer fmailto:[email protected]] Sent: Wednesday, September 17, 2008 10:46 AM To: Garcia, Rolando LUSAFLS) Subject: FW: State I. Jeffrey Epstein Please advise how you would like us to proceed. The agreement referred to is the Federal Non-Prosecution agreement sealed in the file by the judge at the time of the Epstein plea. From: Lanna Belohlavek Sent: Tuesday, September 16, 2008 4:21 PM To: Barry Krischer Subject: FW: State I Jeffrey Epstein How to proceed? Lanna From: Bryce Albu [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Tuesday, September 16, 2008 3:52 PM To: Lanna Belohlavek Cc: Martin Reed r Subject: State I. Jeffrey Epstein Ms. Belohlavek, 433 EFTA00190390
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We represent The Palm Beach Daily News. The newspaper recently discovered that a non-prosecution agreement (and an addendum thereto) was filed under seal pursuant to an agreed order entered in the above-referenced case. Because the records are sealed, we cannot assess the propriety of the decision to seal them or even whether the newspaper is interested in the information contained therein. I was hoping you would discuss with me the nature of the agreement and the basis for sealing it so that we can advise our client on whether it should pursue an order unsealing the agreement. Please call me at your earliest convenience. Very truly yours, C. Bryce Albu Reeder & Reeder P.A. 250 S. Central Blvd., Suite 200 Jupiter, FL 33458 Direct Dial: (561) 575-9721 Facsimile: (561) 575-9765 bniceareederandreedercom 434 EFTA00190391
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09/16/2088 17:18 PODHURST,ORSECK h10, 269 0001 PODHURST OKSECK, P.A. City National Bank Building, Suite 800 25 West Flagler Street Miami, FL 33130 Please deliver the following page(s) to: AUSA A. Maria Villafana (561) 820-8777 Michael R. Tein, Esq. (305) 442-6744 Roy Black, Esq. (305) 358-2006 File No. Epstein From: Robert C. Josefsberg, Esq. Number of page(s): (Including cover page) Our Fax Number: (305) 358-2382 MESSAGE: Date: 9/16/08 If you do not receive all pages, please contact us immediately at: (305) 358-2800 - Extension 3241 THIS IS A PRIVILEGED AND CONFIDENTIAL COMMUNICATION. IF YOU ARE NOT AN INTENDED RECIPIENT, YOU SHOULD: (1) REPLY TO SENDER; (2) DESTROY THIS COMMUNICATION ENTIRELY, INCLUDING DELETION OF ALL ASSOCIATED TEXT FILES FROM ALL INDIVIDUAL AND NETWORK STORAGE DEVICES; AND (3) REFRAIN FROM COPYING OR DISSEMINATING THIS COMMUNICATION BY ANY MEANS WHATSOEVER. THANK YOU. EFTA00190392
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09/ 16/2008 17:18 PODHURST,ORSECK NO. 269 P002 Aaron S. Podhurst Robert I jsosefsberg Joel D. Steven ks Victor M. Diaz, Jr Katherine W. Ezell Stephen F. Rosenthal Ricardo M Marttnez-Cki Ramon A. Rasco Alexander T. Rundlet John Gravanta lIl T 24.: A:. & 22 A NY 113 E.; AUSA A. Marie Villafana U.S. Attorney's Office Southern District of Florida 500 S. Australian Avenue, Suite 400 West Palm Beach, FL 33401 Roy Black, Esq. Black, Srebnick, et al. 201 S. Biscayne Blvd., Suite 1300 Miami, FL 33131 Re: Jeffrey Epstein Dear Ms. Villafana and Gentlemen: September 15, 2008 VIA FACSIMILE Robert Orseck (1934-1978) Walter H. Beckham. Jr. Karen Podhurst Dan Of Counsel Michael R. Tein, Esq. Lewis Tein, P.L. 3059 Grand Avenue, Suite 340 Coconut Grove, FL 33133-5166 Enclosed please find a letter received today from Jeffrey Herman. Before I start wasting my time and Mr. Epstein's money researching the ethical issues, I would like to know if any of you looked into Rule 4-7.4. Until I ant advised to the contrary, I shall assume Mr. Herman is incorrect, but I would like this issue resolved as soon as possible. Very truly yours, Robert C. JoseEberg RCJ/bp Enclosure cc: Katherine W. Ezell, Esq. Amy Ederi, Esq. Podllunt Oneck, P.A. 23 West Ftsgler Street, Suite SOO, Wand FL 33130 Mind 3053562900 Fax 305.3502382 • Fort Lauderdale 954463.4316 wonv.puntuntcan EFTA00190393
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09/ 16/2008 17:18 PODHLRST.ORSECK bierrnan dMermelitein, P NO.269 P003 10:50.10 a.m. 16-09-2008 2/2 HERMAN Sr. M ER MEL-STEI N PA ATTORNEYS AT LAW September 16, 2008 Via Fax and Regular Mail Robert Josefsberg, Esq. Podhurst Orseck P A 25 W Flagler St Ste 800 Miami, Florida 331301720 Re: Jeffiey Epstein Dear Mr. Josofsberg: Kt_t_c Rc-7 PLU'E Jeffrey M. Herman Tel 305.0312200 Fax 305.031.0877 Thermanahermanlaw cam 18205 Biscayne Blvd. Suite 2218 Miami, Ronda 33160 vnwthennantaw.com We are in receipt of letters dated September 2, 2008 from Assistant U.S. Attorney A. Marie Villafaila that were sent to sexual assault victims of Jeffrey Epstein. That letter advises victims that you will be contacting them regarding civil claims against Epstein. Please be advised that we strenuously object to these letters and the contemplated unsolicited contacts with victims. Please be further advised that we represent the following victims in claims against Jeffrey Esptein, and direct that you make no contact with any of them, except through our office: • We further believe that Mr. Epstein's plan for you to represent victims, and for the Assistant U.S. Attorney to assist you in soliciting them, is in violation of the Florida Bar Rules, particularly Rule 4-7.4. We urge you not to participate in these activities. EFTA00190394
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Herman &Mermelstem, P 10:48:06 a.m. 16-09-2008 1 )3 ERMAN E., M ERMELSTEIN PA A IORNEYS AT LAW FAX TRANSMITTAL Jeffrey M. Herman Tel 305-931.2200 Fax 305-931-0877 [email protected] 18205 Biscayne Boulevard Suite 2218 Miami, Florida 33160 www.hermanlaw.com FROM DATE NO. OF PAGES Jeffrey M. Herman September 16, 2008 3 TO COMPANY FAX NUMBER A. Marie Villafana, Esq. U.S. Attorney's Office (561)820-8777 MESSAGE RE: Jane Does 2-5I Jeffrey Epstein Please see enclosed correspondence. THIS MESSAGE IS INTENDED ONLY FOR THE USE OF THE INDIVIDUAL OR ENTITY TO WHICH IT IS ADDRESSED AND MAY CONTAIN_INFORMATION THAT IS PRIVILEGED, CONFIDENTIAL AND EXEMPT FROM DISCLOSURE UNDER APPLICABLE LAW. IF THE READER OF THIS MESSAGE IS NOT THE INTENDED RECIPIENT OR THE EMPLOYEE OR AGENT RESPONSIBLE FOR DELIVERING THE MESSAGE TO THE INTENDED RECIPIENT. YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT ANY DISSEMINATION. DISTRIBUTION OR COPYING OF THIS COMMUNICATION IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. IP YOU HAVE RECEIVED THIS COMMUNICATION IN ERROR, PLEASE NOTIFY US IMMEDIATELY BY TELEPHONE, AND RETURN THE ORIGINAL MESSAGE TO US AT THE ABOVE ADDRESS VIA THE V.S. POSTAL SERVICE. THANK YOU. EFTA00190395
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305 9312200 Herman 8Mermelsteln, P 10:48:28 a.m. 16-09-2008 2 /3 HERMAN & MERMELSTEIN PA ATTORNEYS AT LAW September 16, 2008 Via Fax and Regular Mail A. Marie Villafalia, Esq. Assistant U.S. Attorney 500 Australian Ave., Fourth Floor West Palm Beach, FL 33401 Re: Jeffrey Epstein Dear Ms. Villafafla: Jeffrey M. Herman Tel 305.931.2200 Fax 305.931.0877 jherman©hermanlaw.com 18205 Biscayne Blvd. Suite 2218 Miami, Florida 33160 WWW. he rmanl aw. co m This concerns your letters to us and to sexual assault victims of Mr. Epstein dated September 2, 2008. Please be advised that we strenuously object to your letters on various grounds, and believe that they are in violation of the Florida Bar Rules. First, your letters attempt to steer the victims to a particular attorney, Mr. Josefsberg, and advise them that Mr. Josefsberg will be making an unsolicited contact to them in the next two weeks. This contact with prospective clients and solicitation reflected in your letters is contrary to Fla. Bar. Rule 4-7.4. Additionally, your letters are misleading in the following respects: (1) the action advocated to the victims in paragraph 2 refers generally to the victims' waiver of "any other claim for damages", failing to advise them that this waiver may include a valuable claim to punitive damages against an alleged billionaire; and (2) the letters imply in paragraph 3 that Mr. Epstein's agreement to pay attorney fees is a significant concession, when in fact a victim is entitled to reasonable attorneys' fees under the Statute upon proof of a violation, irrespective of Mr. Epstein's agreement. We accordingly demand that the U.S. Attorneys' office immediately cease and desist from directing unrepresented victims into unsolicited attorney contacts and misleading them about their rights in claims against Mr. Epstein. We demand that you instruct Mr. Josefsberg not to solicit victims, and to send letters to unrepresented victims correcting the misleading statements contained in your September 2, 2008 letters. EFTA00190396
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30S 9312200 Herman &Mermelsteln. P 10:48:58 a.m. 16-09-2008 313 A. Marie Villafafla, Esq. September 16, 2008 Page 2 Finally, we demand that you make no contact with our clients directly, and contact them only through our office. Our clients inclut Sincerely, r - effrey M. Herman JMH/lr EFTA00190397