Mark Geragos is embroiled in another controversy, accused of facilitating a $213 million extortion plot alongside Frank Cascio, as highlighted in a lawsuit by the Michael Jackson Company. This isn't Geragos's first run-in with the law, having faced several allegations of unethical conduct throughout his career.
New Allegations Surface Against Diddy’s Attorney Mark Geragos in $213 Million Extortion Case
New Allegations Surface Against Diddy’s Attorney Mark Geragos in $213 Million Extortion Case
Attorney Mark Geragos, representing Sean 'Diddy' Combs, faces serious allegations in a lawsuit filed by the Michael Jackson estate, implicating him in a major extortion scheme.
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ attorney Mark Geragos is entangled in yet another serious legal battle, as new allegations emerge suggesting he orchestrated a $213 million extortion scheme with alleged New Jersey mobster, Frank Cascio. The lawsuit, filed in Los Angeles Superior Court by the Michael Jackson Company and co-executors John Branca and John McClain, claims that Cascio, with the assistance of Geragos and other unnamed associates, participated in a "civil extortion scheme."
Geragos’ involvement in various controversies has raised eyebrows across legal circles. Just last month, he was found to have supported Michael Avenatti in an attempt to extort millions from Nike. His record draws scrutiny, too, as he has been a target of multiple State Bar of California investigations, including one for fraud involving theft from Armenian genocide victims.
The backdrop of this extortion allegation reveals a troubling pattern, not only implicating Geragos but involving his law firm partner Ben Meiseles and his father, Kenny Meiseles. The latter was Diddy’s attorney until his resignation in 2024 and has been linked to several controversial actions, including intimidating former Bad Boy Entertainment executive Kirk Burrowes with threats.
Further complicating matters, an incident dating back to May 2018 involved a shooting spree at Trump National Doral Miami Hotel, where Jonathan Oddi, a former sex worker for Diddy, made shocking allegations. According to Oddi, Diddy allegedly used his private jet for cocaine trafficking and claimed Geragos and Meiseles paid him off to keep quiet about their illicit dealings.
Throughout his career, Geragos continues to hold his California bar license, despite public accusations of ethical violations. Those with information regarding his activities are encouraged to report them to the appropriate authorities, including the State Bar of California.
The legal landscape for Geragos remains tense as he deals with the fallout from this latest lawsuit, leaving many to wonder about the implications for Diddy and the broader entertainment industry.
