Thomas Girardi, a former personal injury attorney and estranged husband of a reality TV star, was sentenced to over seven years in prison for embezzling more than $25 million from clients. Found guilty of wire fraud, he diverted funds intended for settlement payouts to his wife's entertainment company. The ruling comes after a jury conviction in 2024, emphasizing the betrayal of trust towards clients, some of whom had endured serious injuries. Girardi’s case highlights significant breaches of ethical standards in law, particularly by someone once heralded for championing justice.
Girardi, who has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's, was sentenced to seven years and three months in federal prison after being convicted of four counts of wire fraud.
United States Attorney Bill Essayli described Girardi as a 'self-proclaimed champion of justice' who deceived vulnerable clients out of millions, positioning him as a con artist.
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