In a recent interview, Justin Baldoni’s lawyer, Bryan Freedman, discussed the possibility of settling the legal dispute with Blake Lively. The host questioned why both sides had not reached an agreement, given the damage the case had caused to both parties. Freedman’s response to this stood out and has since sparked widespread discussion.
Here’s what Freedman said.
What did Justin Baldoni’s lawyer say about Blake Lively case?
Justin Baldoni’s lawyer, Bryan Freedman, stated that a settlement in the case involving Blake Lively is unlikely. Speaking on The Town podcast, Freedman said Baldoni has been deeply affected by the allegations and emphasized that proving his innocence is the priority.
Host Matthew Belloni questioned whether a settlement would be the best way to avoid further damage to reputation. He speculated that both sides would eventually reach an agreement to prevent further fallout. However, Freedman pushed back, insisting that a trial is necessary to clear Baldoni’s name. He said, “Justin has been destroyed by this. This is a really serious thing, and in this day and age, the only way that you can truly get back is to prove your innocence.”
Lively filed her claims with the California Civil Rights Department in December 2024. She later escalated the case to federal court. She accused Baldoni and producer Jamey Heath of sexual harassment and planning a smear campaign. In response, Baldoni filed a $250 million defamation lawsuit against The New York Times for its coverage of the case. He later sued Lively and Ryan Reynolds for $400 million, claiming they attempted to control It Ends With Us and shift the narrative in their favor.
Both parties publicly shared behind-the-scenes footage from the set to support their claims. With neither side backing down, the legal battle is set to go to trial in March 2026.
