nuSep 16, 2026, 19:47

Sean Diddy Combs' lawyers quit defense over unpaid bills

Sean Diddy Combs' legal team has resigned from his defense in a 100 million dollar defamation lawsuit, citing unpaid bills and poor cooperation. Combs claimed the split was a business decision over billing disputes, while the status of his defense in separate sexual assault cases remains unclear.

Lawyers representing Sean Diddy Combs have withdrawn from his defense team due to significant unpaid legal fees and a lack of cooperation from their client. The legal firm had been representing Combs in a 100 million dollar defamation lawsuit filed against Nexstar Media and others who alleged he recorded videos of sexual abuse involving minors. A judge recently declined a request to dismiss this lawsuit, leaving the case active. Combs stated that the professional relationship ended by mutual agreement, claiming he chose to switch counsel to avoid excessive billing practices, which he described as a private commercial dispute over unauthorized costs.

Beyond the defamation case, the lawyers were also handling various sexual assault allegations brought against the music mogul. It remains uncertain whether they will also withdraw from these additional legal matters. Combs, who was previously sentenced to over four years in prison for promoting prostitution, maintains his innocence regarding the ongoing accusations. He is currently expected to be released from custody in 2028, while the status of his various legal battles continues to evolve as he seeks new representation.

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Based on reporting by nu. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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