Host Michele Locke — an experienced divorce attorney and former family court judge — returns to unpack the intensifying legal feud between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, ignited by tensions on the set of It Ends with Us. Michele breaks down Blake’s harassment claims, Justin’s defamation lawsuits against Blake, Ryan Reynolds, and The New York Times, and examines recent court rulings, legal strategies, and the mounting public scrutiny surrounding the high-profile dispute. From allegations of sexual harassment to retaliatory claims and media-fueled chaos, the episode highlights how public perception both influences and is influenced by legal proceedings. Michele also explores the unique challenges of handling celebrity cases, where the battle between privacy and publicity takes center stage. In a surprising turn, the conflict has drawn in Taylor Swift, underscoring how even tangential figures can be swept into the spotlight of a legal firestorm. As the case continues to evolve, one thing remains clear: the drama is just getting started. Stay tuned — this legal saga is far from over.

**DISCLAIMER** The information shared in this podcast is intended for entertainment purposes only. It should not be considered as professional legal advice or a substitute for seeking professional legal advice. The issues discussed today have not gone to trial, and no trier of fact has made findings as it relates to the claims of the respective parties.  Nothing herein is to be construed or used in lieu of any future findings made by the appropriate trier of the legal disputes.

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Credits

lovelustlaw is hosted by Michele Locke

Jake Deptula is Executive Producer

Haley Gray is Producer, Writer, & Researcher

Jared Landis is Sound Editor & Mixer 

 Want to reach out to me? You can. You can email me at hello@michelelocke.com. Want to find out what I'm up to?

Well you can on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/attorneymichelelocke/

Just remember Michele is spelled with one L and you can thank my mother Margot for that. :)

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https://deadline.com/feature/blake-lively-justin-baldoni-feud-timeline-1236279854/

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https://www.nytimes.com/2024/12/21/business/media/blake-lively-justin-baldoni-it-ends-with-us.html

https://people.com/it-ends-with-us-cast-drama-explained-everything-to-know-8693157

https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2024/12/21/us/complaint-of-blake-lively-v-wayfarer-studios-llc-et-al.html

https://people.com/blake-lively-can-still-argue-emotional-distress-in-court-11752594 

https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/movies/story/2025-06-09/judge-dismisses-justin-baldoni-wayfarer-lawsuit-against-blake-lively-new-york-times 

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https://www.cbsnews.com/news/justin-baldoni-lawsuit-blake-lively-ryan-reynolds-dismissed/

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Date de publication : 1/8/2025 à 07:05:00