McGregor Co-Defendant Lawrence Sues Nikita Hand Over Civil Case

James Lawrence, co-defendant with Conor McGregor in a civil case where McGregor was found liable for sexually assaulting Nikita Hand, has initiated legal proceedings against Ms. Hand alleging abuse of process. Although the jury cleared Lawrence of sexual assault, his legal costs were paid by McGregor, and courts refused to award Lawrence costs against Hand due to concerns over the veracity of his testimony and the relationship between McGregor and Lawrence. Lawrence’s lawyers describe the legal action brought by Hand against him as "frivolous," "vexatious," and causing significant damage to his reputation and finances. They assert Lawrence cooperated fully with authorities, and the Director of Public Prosecutions found no case against him. The new lawsuit seeks damages to protect Lawrence's reputation and family, claiming he was maliciously subjected to unwarranted litigation and media scrutiny. This dispute highlights the complex legal aftermath of the 2018 incident, with Lawrence distancing himself from McGregor's defense and pursuing his own legal recourse.