The Bravo Docket

In this episode we explain exactly what Teresa & Joe were charged with, what the government had to prove for Teresa & Joe to be found guilty of the charges, and what their defenses were. We also talk about the pretrial motions that were filed, whether Teresa ever considered testifying against Joe, and how the bankruptcy provided a roadmap for the federal indictment. Access listening links,...

In this episode we cover the events preceding Teresa & Joe’s federal indictment. We explain what happened leading up to the federal criminal charges, with specific references to the casting process as described in Teresa’s book, and the previous lawsuits which likely got the attention of the Department of Justice. We detail their bankruptcy and discuss where it went wrong. We also explain the...

In this episode, we first provide updates from the past two months on the Jen Shah and Girardi cases. We then dive into the star of the episode, Sonja Morgan, discussing her divorce from John Adams Morgan (you might learn why she actually got divorced), the lawsuit filed against her for a movie deal gone wrong, her bankruptcy, and the other lawsuits filed against her to date.   Visit our website,...

In this episode we discuss the 17 causes of action being made against Bravo by a Florida politician for his very brief appearance on the show "Southern Charm." You will learn all about the "Appearance Release" people appearing on the show have to sign, why the claims have not been dismissed, why the Plaintiff in this case believes he is entitled to 10 million dollars from Bravo, and much more. For...

This is the second episode in our two-part Girardi update. In this episode, we discuss how Tom was forced into bankruptcy, explain the differences between a Chapter 7 and Chapter 11 bankruptcy, discuss whether Erika can hold onto her assets by claiming they are gifts, and discuss notable filings from both bankruptcies that may lead to evidence of retrievable assets.  For extra episode content, vis...

Following the documentary, The Housewife and the Hustler, we thought it would be helpful to revisit the Girardi cases and answer some outstanding legal questions. We took a list of the top questions we’ve received and answered them in a two-part case update. This first part discusses the timeline of events up through January 2021 and answers when we think Erika first learned of the cases, if a div...

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In this episode we discuss the events leading up to Luann de Lesseps' arrest where she faced three separate felony charges. We explain what the charges ultimately were, how she avoided jail time, and the conditions of her probation. We then discuss the summer before her probation commenced, during which, in her quest to purchase a home in upstate New York, she was sued by her ex-husband and two ch...

In this episode we visit The Real Housewives of New Jersey and give you a detailed explanation of exactly why and how Dolores' ex-husband, Big Frank, was disbarred, and then head over to California and explain why Tom Girardi, former husband on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, still only has disciplinary charges. You will learn more than you ever wanted to know about riparian water rights and...

In this episode we discuss the lawsuit brought against Kyle Richards' husband, Mauricio Umansky and his real estate firm, the Agency, for the sale of a $30 million, 15,000 square foot property in Malibu. The twist is that the seller of the home and Plaintiff in the lawsuit was himself sued by the US government for purchasing the Malibu property with stolen funds. We provide an in depth discussion...

In this episode we do our best to give you an overview of the long and sordid litigation history of Mama Cosby’s Probate Estate – including accusations of foul play resulting in the exhumation of a body, allegations of forged signatures that go up to the Utah Supreme Court, a jury trial with a million dollar verdict, and how preachers can have 5 homes and 2 private planes and zero audits. For extr...

In this emergency episode we discuss the recent, shocking arrest of Real Housewives of Salt Lake City cast member, Jen Shah. We explain how the alleged scheme functioned, what the charges against her are, our thoughts on Coach Shah's involvement, what a grand jury investigation entails, and how sentencing works. We can only assume this will be a multi-part series as Jen's case proceeds. For extra...

In this episode we discuss the lawsuit filed against Dorit and PK Kemsely from the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills over the "high end" swimsuit brand Beverly Beach. We discuss the basics of contract formation, what discovery is, and the benefits of settling a case.  For extra episode content, visit our website thebravodocket.com  To connect with us and view our near-daily updates, follow us on In...

In this Episode (Part 1 of our Settlement and Embezzlement series) we will explain what contingency fees are and how they are supposed to work. We will also outline the claims against Tom Girardi - with many digressions about Erika Jayne. For extra episode content, visit our website thebravodocket.com  To connect with us and view our near-daily updates, follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram...

In this episode we break down what happened in the lawsuit Kandi Burruss filed against Kim Zolciak over the legendary song "Tardy for the Party." We give you a primer on copyright law, explain what is needed for a successful complaint, and discuss how a motion to dismiss could end a case. For extra episode content, visit our website thebravodocket.com  To connect with us and view our near-daily up...

In this episode, we define assault and battery, discuss the legal theory of self-defense, and talk about provocation and "fighting words." We use examples of threats and hair pulls by housewives from past episodes, and analyze the physical altercation between Monique and Candiace, of the Real Housewives of Potomac, from a legal perspective.  For extra episode content, visit our website thebravodoc...

The Bravo Docket is a podcast where two practicing attorneys dive into the various lawsuits and legal disputes Bravo reality television characters & housewives have been entangled in. In this episode we introduce ourselves and let you know what you can expect when listening to The Bravo Docket. Press play for some tea, fun, and law 101. We will cover Beverly Hills, New York, Atlanta, Potomac,...