What is document EFTA00024428?

This is an email chain from August 24-25, 2019 between attorney Gloria Allred and federal prosecutors regarding urgent travel arrangements for an Epstein victim who wanted to fly from Las Vegas to New York for a court hearing.

Who is mentioned in this document?

The document mentions Gloria Allred, the prominent victims' rights attorney; Jeffrey Epstein (the subject of the case); and references to Allred's law firm 'Allred, Maroko & Goldberg' (with Jack Goldberger). The victim's name is redacted for privacy.

What does this document reveal?

The document reveals the practical challenges Epstein victims faced in participating in legal proceedings—including securing childcare and affording travel costs. It shows Allred advocating for a victim who wanted to attend but could not pay upfront for a flight from Las Vegas to New York.

What hearing was the victim trying to attend?

The August 27, 2019 hearing before Judge Richard Berman in the Southern District of New York, where 23 Epstein victims were given the unprecedented opportunity to speak publicly in court following Epstein's death. This was described as 'a historic day for crime victims in the United States.'

Why was this hearing significant?

It was a rare proceeding where victims could speak even after the defendant's death. Judge Berman ruled that 'the public may still have an informational interest in the process' and that victims 'should always be involved before, rather than after, the fact.' Many victims spoke publicly about their abuse for the first time.

What is document EFTA00024428?

This is an email chain from August 24-25, 2019 between attorney Gloria Allred and federal prosecutors regarding urgent travel arrangements for an Epstein victim who wanted to fly from Las Vegas to New York for a court hearing.

Who is mentioned in this document?

The document mentions Gloria Allred, the prominent victims' rights attorney; Jeffrey Epstein (the subject of the case); and references to Allred's law firm 'Allred, Maroko & Goldberg' (with Jack Goldberger). The victim's name is redacted for privacy.

What does this document reveal?

The document reveals the practical challenges Epstein victims faced in participating in legal proceedings—including securing childcare and affording travel costs. It shows Allred advocating for a victim who wanted to attend but could not pay upfront for a flight from Las Vegas to New York.

What hearing was the victim trying to attend?

The August 27, 2019 hearing before Judge Richard Berman in the Southern District of New York, where 23 Epstein victims were given the unprecedented opportunity to speak publicly in court following Epstein's death. This was described as 'a historic day for crime victims in the United States.'

Why was this hearing significant?

It was a rare proceeding where victims could speak even after the defendant's death. Judge Berman ruled that 'the public may still have an informational interest in the process' and that victims 'should always be involved before, rather than after, the fact.' Many victims spoke publicly about their abuse for the first time.

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An email chain from August 24-25, 2019 showing Gloria Allred urgently arranging travel for an Epstein victim from Las Vegas to New York to attend a historic court hearing where victims could speak publicly about their experiences.

This document captures behind-the-scenes coordination between attorney Gloria Allred and federal prosecutors to arrange last-minute travel for an unnamed Epstein victim who wanted to attend the August 27, 2019 court hearing in New York. The victim had just secured childcare and needed flight arrangements from Las Vegas, but lacked funds to pay upfront. The emails show Allred reaching out multiple times over the weekend to government contacts, seeking help with travel logistics. This hearing would prove historic—Judge Richard Berman allowed 23 Epstein victims to speak publicly for the first time, many sharing their experiences in court despite Epstein's death by suicide earlier that month.

Key Highlights

•Gloria Allred working to arrange emergency travel for an Epstein victim who wanted to attend the August 27, 2019 hearing
•The victim needed help because she could not afford to pay for the flight upfront
•Shows the logistical challenges victims faced in attending court proceedings
•Part of coordination with federal prosecutors (USANYS) to facilitate victim participation

Frequently Asked Questions

Books for Further Reading

Perversion of Justice: The Jeffrey Epstein Story

Julie K. Brown

Investigative journalism that broke the Epstein case open

Filthy Rich: The Jeffrey Epstein Story

James Patterson

Bestselling account of Epstein's crimes and network

Relentless Pursuit: My Fight for the Victims of Jeffrey Epstein

Bradley J. Edwards

Victims' attorney's firsthand account

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From: ' To: ' Subject: Re: Urgent! ,an Epstein victim, just told me that she was able to get child care and would like to fly to New York for the hearing Tuesday. What is your telephone number, =I, so that I can call you a.s.a.p.? Date: Sun, 25 Aug 2019 13:33:07 +0000 I can try, but I suspect it's just too late. On Aug 25, 2019, at 8:20 AM, > wrote: Are you able to connect with and work on the problem? Thanks. Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message: From: Gloria Allred Date: August 25, 2019 at 1:41:10 AM EDT To: " Subject: FW: Urgent! ,an Epstein victim, just told me that she was able to get child care and would like to fly to NoN 1 York for the hearing Tuesday. What is your telephone number, so that I can call you a.s.a.p.? Is there a cell number for that I can call to make travel arrangements for =? I sent the email below and left a voice mail for her on her office phone but she did not respond. I understand . It is the weekend ,but is there a way that I can reach her or another agent to arrange trip from Las Vegas to New York on Monday morning ? It would mean so much to her to attend the hearing and does not have funds to pay for the flight and get reimbursed after that. Gloria Allred Allred, Maroko & Goldber www.amglaw.com www. gloriaallred. corn <image001.png> <image002.jpg> From: Gloria Allred Sent: Saturday, August 24, 2019 4:09 PM To: =, (USANYS) Cc Subject: Urgent! ,an Epstein victim, just told me that she was able to get child care and would like to fly to New York for the hearing Tuesday. What is your telephone number, S so that I can call you a.s.a.p.? EFTA00024428

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Sorry about the late notice. Gloria Allred Allred, Maroko & Goldberg www.amglaw.com www. gloriaallred. corn <image001.png> <image002.jpg> This message is CONFIDENTIAL and may contain legally privileged information intended only for the addressee. If you are not the addressee you may not use, forward, copy or disclose to anyone any information contained in this message. IF YOU RECEIVED THIS COMMUNICATION IN ERROR, PLEASE NOTIFY ALLRED, MAROKO & GOLDBERG IMMEDIATELY BY TELEPHONING THE SENDER NAMED ABOVE AT Thank you. EFTA00024429