Michael Avenatti Found Guilty on All Counts in Nike Extortion Trial

Michael Avenatti Found Guilty on All Counts in Nike Extortion Trial
California attorney Michael Avenatti leaves a courthouse following a hearing in New York City, on May 28, 2019. Seth Wenig/AP Photo
Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
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Attorney Michael Avenatti was convicted on all three counts related to his efforts to extort millions of dollars from Nike.

The verdict, rendered in the U.S. District Court in Manhattan, came on Friday afternoon, according to news reports. He is perhaps best known for representing adult film performer Stormy Daniels in her claims against President Donald Trump. Avenatti also heavily criticized the president and, at one point, said he might run for president.

Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
Jack Phillips is a breaking news reporter who covers a range of topics, including politics, U.S., and health news. A father of two, Jack grew up in California's Central Valley. Follow him on X: https://twitter.com/jackphillips5
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