Epstein Secrets

which as Drew politely reminded me, is required under the law. (Exhibit 44). On September 7, 2007, USA Acosta, FAUSA , CEOS Chief and I met with Kenneth Starr, Jay Lefkowitz, and Lilly Ell (Exhibit 5). At the meeting, Mr. Starr focused primarily on federalism/policy arguments, and Mr. Epstein's backgroun

On September 7, 2007, USA Acosta, FAUSA , CEOS Chief and I met with Kenneth Starr, Jay Lefkowitz, and Lilly Ell (Exhibit 5). At the meeting, Mr. Starr focused primarily on federalism/policy arguments, and Mr. Epstein's background. I remember Mr. Starr thanking me for bringing § 2255 to their attent

d numerous emails and conversations (mostly via telephone and possibly some in person) with members of the defense team. USA Acosta had contact with Ken Starr, Jay Lefkowitz, Gerry Lefcourt, and Alan Dershowitz. FAUSA had contact with Alan Dershowitzi • Lefcourt, and Lilly . Criminal Chief had contact

e was insufficient evidence to charge him with any offense; (b) there was no basis for federal prosecution and that federal prosecution violated the Petite policy; (c) I had engaged in prosecutorial misconduct during the investigation and resolution of the matter; (d) Jeff had engaged inprosecutorial

s Office (Exhibits 83 and 84). I never received a response from the Sheriff's Office. 30 Gauger also said that Jack Goldberger had threatened that "Ken Starr and the whole crew" would sue the jail if Epstein received less favorable treatment than others (id). 31 1 do not recall whether Alan Dershowitz or

er to USA Acosta. (Exhibit B-9). USA Acosta asked Mr. Lefkowitz to discuss the matter with Jeff Sloman and me. (Exhibit B-10). On December 5, 2007, Kenneth Starr and Jay Lefkowitz wrote a letter to USA Acosta requesting an updated victim notification letter incorporating their objections. (Exhibit B-11). On

ructing me to send out that notification (Exhibit B-49). On June 23, 2008, DAG Filip completed his review, and John Roth sent a letter to Attorneys Starr and Lefkowitz stating their finding that there was no abuse of discretion and no misconduct (Exhibit B-44). I immediately sent an email to Jay Lefk

e was insufficient evidence to charge him with any offense; (b) there was no basis for federal prosecution and that federal prosecution violated the Petite policy; (c) I had engaged in prosecutorial misconduct during the investigation and resolution of the matter; (d) Jeff Sloman had engaged in prosecu

t. 1, 2007. ABC News later reported that federal charges “could carry more substantial prison time. Now, Epstein’s high-powered lawyers, including Kenneth Starr, . . . may try to get him out of registering as a sex offender . . . .” Scott Michels, “Money Manager Said to Plan to Plead Guilty to Prostitution

of Hearing (Fifteenth Judicial Circuit, Dec. 7, 2007). 151 In a meeting with Acosta and Sloman on November 21, 2007, Lefkowitz informed them that Starr had placed a call to Fisher. 95 not recall for OPR the substance of his conversation with Starr, other than that it was likely about Epst

, the legal prowess, if you will, of the attorneys [ ] [became] something to consider. . . . . I think that the ability of Alan Dershowitz and Ken Starr and Jay Lefkowitz to convince Alex Acosta that I didn’t know what I was talking [about] also, all came into play. So I think there were a number

ngle forum in which to proceed to satisfy the substantial federal and state interests involved.” If a substantial question arises as to whether the Petite policy applies to a particular prosecution, the prosecutor should submit the matter to the appropriate Assistant Attorney General for resolution.

your thoughtful and independent review. And for your agreeing to provide that review, our defense team is very grateful. Respectfully Submitted. Kenneth W. Starr RFP MIA 000443 EFTA00208924 12/11/2007 11:37 FAX la 004/099 • • KIRKLAND & ELLIS LLP near ru1tURA l'AtINLICAPrit J'y P I ellcowdz. P C I o

ry grateful. Respectfully Submitted. Kenneth W. Starr RFP MIA 000443 EFTA00208924 12/11/2007 11:37

y your Office: IT APPEARING, alter an inv.:30101km of the ulTenses and Upslein's background, that the interest of the United States pursuant to the Petite policy will be served by the hallowing procedure . . . Epstein understands that the United States Attorney has no authority to require the State At

Mr. Epstein is also represented by Dean Kenneth Starr, Martin Weinberg, Roy Black, Gerald Lefcourt, Ha

ter all, Mr. Epstein is also represented by Dean Kenneth Starr, Martin Weinberg, Roy Black, Gerald Lefcourt, Ha

greement; and IT APPEARING, after an investigation of the offences and Epstein's background, that the interest of the United States pursuant to the Petite policy will be served by the following procedure; THEREFORE, on the authority of It. Alexander Acosta, United States Attorney for the Southern Dis

Mr. Epstein is also represented by Dean Kenneth Starr, Martin Weinberg, Roy Black, Gerald Lefcourt, Ha

ter all, Mr. Epstein is also represented by Dean Kenneth Starr, Martin Weinberg, Roy Black, Gerald Lefcourt, Ha

greement; and IT APPEARING, after an investigation of the offences and Epstein's background, that the interest of the United States pursuant to the Petite policy will be served by the following procedure; THEREFORE, on the authority of It. Alexander Acosta, United States Attorney for the Southern Dis

P-013504 to P-013507). The entry here reads: "File folder labeled `Mtg w/ Ken Starr, RAA, JS, Drew' containing handwritten notes by A. Villafalla." Kenn Starr, of course, is a defense attorney who represented defendant Epstein. Recording information provided by a defense attorney is not part of any governm

3 of the supplemental privilege log (DE 216-1), with regard to Suppl. Box #3 P-013342 to P-013350. The entry reads: "File folder entitled `12/05/07 Starr to containing drafts of 11/30/07 letters from A. to K. Starr and from J. Lefkowitz re performance and victim notification with handwritten notes a

reement; and IT APPEARING, after an investigation of the offenses and Epstein's background, that the interest of' the United States pursuant to the Petite policy will be served by the following procedure; THEREFORE, on the authority of United States Attorney for the Southern District of Florida, pr

Respectfully Submitted. • .• -**11 • Kenneth W. Starr EFTA00176113 12/1 1/2007 11:3? FAX la 004/099

your Office: IT APPEARING, idler an invizligation of the offenses and Epstcin's background, thin the interest or the United Stales pursuant to the Petite policy will be served by the Following procedure ... Epstein understands that the United Stales Attorney has no authority to require the Slate Atto

ween any member of the press and any employee of our office or the FBI since you incorrectly imensed investigators of tolling "Vanity Rae about Mr. Starr's entploynoatt by Mr. Epstein several months ago. We intend to continue to telltale from commenting or providing information to the press. We would

1) and 2; and IT APPEARING, after an investigation of the offenses and Epstein's background, that the interest of the United States pursuant to the Petite policy will be served by the following procedure; THEREFORE, on the authority of R. Alexander Acosta, United States Attorney for the Southern Dist