Baldoni's Bold Strategy in Lively Legal Battle

Benjamin Chew, Johnny Depp's attorney, has described Justin Baldoni's legal strategy against Blake Lively as 'very aggressive' and 'bold,' particularly due to Baldoni's decision to launch a website outlining his defense before a hearing. This website includes an amended complaint and a timeline of events, which Chew notes is an unusual but not unethical approach in legal disputes. Chew highlighted the importance of concrete evidence such as video and text messages, which can be more persuasive than legal arguments alone. The ongoing legal battle involves sexual harassment claims and counter-suits, with Lively's husband, Ryan Reynolds, also involved in the legal fray. Both Chew and other commentators have drawn comparisons between the Baldoni-Lively case and Depp's defamation trial against Amber Heard, although they acknowledge differences in public perception and the nature of allegations. The trial is set to continue with a tentative date in March 2026, amid warnings from a judge to avoid litigating in the media.