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Todd Spodek in the Media

Featured legal expert on major networks and publications, providing insights on high-profile cases and family law trends

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Video Interviews

Todd's television appearances and video commentary on major legal cases

Recent Interviews (2024)

1:09:14
Are You Garbage Podcast
2024

Are You Garbage Goes to Court! (w/ Defense Attorney Todd Spodek)

Are You Garbage podcast special episode with Todd Spodek, a top NYC defense attorney, preparing for trial

Podcast Interview
Legal Humor
Trial Preparation
3:22
BBC Interview
2024

Criminal Defense Attorney Todd Spodek Discusses the Menendez Brothers Case

Todd Spodek of Spodek Law Group discusses the Menendez Brothers Case with the BBC

Menendez Brothers
BBC Interview
Case Analysis
1:32
NBC News 4
2024

NY Criminal Lawyer Todd Spodek on NBC News 4

Todd Spodek discusses Joseph Amico's indictment for making a terroristic threat outside NY Supreme Court

NBC News
Court Coverage
Legal Commentary
3:57
Fox5 News
2024

Attorney Todd Spodek On The Genevieve Sabourin Verdict

Criminal defense attorney chats with Fox5 News about the outcome of the case against Genevieve Sabourin

Fox5 News
Sabourin Case
Verdict Analysis
1:09
Legal Commentary
2024

Todd Spodek Weighs In On Decriminalizing Marijuana In Brooklyn

Todd Spodek offers his thoughts on Brooklyn DA Ken Thompson's statements regarding marijuana prosecution

Marijuana Reform
Brooklyn DA
Legal Opinion
0:35
Court Coverage
2024

Criminal Defense Lawyer Todd Spodek During Terrance Tang's Trial

Coverage of Todd Spodek during the Terrance Tang trial proceedings

Court Coverage
Trial Proceedings
Legal Defense

Historic Interviews

2:56
German Television
2019

German TV Interviews Todd Spodek regarding the Anna Sorokin Trial

German television interviews Todd Spodek about representing Anna Sorokin in her high-profile fraud trial

Anna Sorokin Trial
International Media
German TV
3:44
Are You Garbage Clips
2023

Why you should ABSOLUTELY get a Prenup | Are You Garbage

A clip from Are You Garbage podcast where Todd Spodek explains the importance of prenuptial agreements

Prenuptial Agreements
Legal Advice
Podcast Clip
2:39
Entertainment Tonight
2013

New York Criminal Defense Attorney Todd Spodek Interviewed On Entertainment Tonight

Attorney Todd Spodek gives his perspective on the Genevieve Sabourin/Alec Baldwin 'stalker' case

Entertainment Tonight
Alec Baldwin Case
Celebrity Law
6:41
Sean Hannity Show
2013

NY Defense Attorney Todd Spodek's Interview With Sean Hannity

NY Criminal Lawyer Todd Spodek takes part in a panel discussion about the Genevieve Sabourin/Alec Baldwin case

Sean Hannity
Panel Discussion
High-Profile Defense
5:46
Fox5 News
2013

Genevieve Sabourin Contempt Of Court, Attorney Todd Spodek Reacts

Defense attorney Todd Spodek discusses the Genevieve Sabourin case with Fox5 News

Fox5 News
Contempt of Court
Sabourin Case
3:55
Are You Garbage Clips
2023

Netflix PAID for the Lawyer of the Inventing Anna Case | Are You Garbage

A clip from Are You Garbage podcast discussing how Netflix paid for Anna Delvey's legal representation

Netflix
Inventing Anna
Legal Fees
1:21
CNBC American Greed
2019

Food Stamp Fraud Investigation Process w/American Greed

Criminal Defense Attorney Todd Spodek discusses Food Stamp Fraud with American Greed on CNBC

CNBC
American Greed
Food Stamp Fraud
12:00
Legal Profile
2022

Spodek Law Group: 48 Years of Excellence

A comprehensive profile of Spodek Law Group's legacy in NYC criminal defense and family law

Law Firm History
NYC Legal Legacy
Criminal Defense

Press Coverage

Featured in major publications and news outlets nationwide

High-Profile Cases

Bloomberg Law
FEATURED
Bloomberg Law
HIGH-PROFILE CASE
2022 • By Bloomberg Law Staff

Ex-NBA Player Sentenced to Time Served in Healthcare Fraud Case

Todd Spodek secured remarkable outcome for former NBA player in $4M healthcare fraud conspiracy involving 19 ex-NBA players. Despite massive fraud scheme, client received time served with no additional prison time.

ESPN
FEATURED
ESPN
HIGH-PROFILE CASE
November 2023 • By ESPN Legal Affairs

Glen 'Big Baby' Davis Convicted in NBA Healthcare Fraud

Former Boston Celtics champion Glen Davis convicted in $5M NBA healthcare fraud scheme. Case involved over 20 former NBA players submitting false medical claims. Terrence Williams, the ringleader, sentenced to 10 years in prison.

THEWALL STREET JOURNAL
FEATURED
Wall Street Journal
HIGH-PROFILE CASE
2021 • By WSJ Sports Staff

Former NBA Players Charged in $4 Million Health Insurance Fraud

Todd Spodek defended client in high-profile NBA healthcare fraud conspiracy that made national headlines. Case involved 19 former NBA players including Tony Allen and Shannon Brown in $4M scheme.

Newsday
HIGH-PROFILE CASE
2024 • By John Asbury

Gold Coast Ponzi Schemer Robert Diamond Sentenced to 6 Months

Todd Spodek achieved exceptional mitigation for Robert Diamond in $12M Ponzi scheme case. Despite defrauding 40+ victims including friends, Diamond received only 6 months in prison - an extraordinary outcome for such a massive fraud case.

Associated Press
HIGH-PROFILE CASE
2022 • By AP News Wire

Man Sentenced for R. Kelly Witness Intimidation Attempt

Todd Spodek defended Michael Williams in federal court for witness intimidation charges related to the R. Kelly trial. Williams faced serious federal charges for allegedly threatening witnesses in one of the most watched trials of the decade.

NEW YORK POST
FEATURED
New York Post
HIGH-PROFILE CASE
January 6, 2022 • By Rebecca Rosenberg

Ghislaine Maxwell Juror Retains Todd Spodek in Mistrial Scandal

A juror in the Ghislaine Maxwell trial who failed to disclose childhood sexual abuse has retained Todd Spodek, the lawyer who represented fake heiress Anna Sorokin. The juror's revelations have thrown Maxwell's conviction into question, potentially leading to a mistrial.

The New York Times
FEATURED
The New York Times
HIGH-PROFILE CASE
March 8, 2022 • By Benjamin Weiser and Rebecca Davis O'Brien

Judge Questions Juror in Ghislaine Maxwell Trial About Misstatements

A federal judge questioned a juror whose failure to disclose childhood sexual abuse threatened to upend Ghislaine Maxwell's conviction. The juror, represented by Todd Spodek, testified about the discrepancies in his jury questionnaire, in a hearing that could determine whether Maxwell gets a new trial.

U.S. COURT OFAPPEALS
FEATURED
US Court of Appeals
HIGH-PROFILE CASE
September 2024 • By Court Reporter

Maxwell Appeals Court Upholds Conviction Despite Juror Issue

US Court of Appeals (2nd Circuit) upheld Ghislaine Maxwell's conviction and denied her appeal. Court ruled the district court did not abuse discretion in denying the new trial motion based on juror Scott David's undisclosed abuse history. Todd Spodek successfully defended the juror from perjury charges.

South China Morning Post

FEATURED
South China Morning Post
HIGH-PROFILE CASE
January 2022 • By Reuters

Maxwell Juror Turns to 'Fake Heiress' Lawyer Todd Spodek

International coverage of Todd Spodek taking on the controversial Maxwell juror case, bringing his expertise from the Anna Delvey trial to another high-stakes federal matter with global implications.

The Washington Post

FEATURED
The Washington Post
HIGH-PROFILE CASE
January 6, 2022 • By Spencer S. Hsu

Juror Revelations May Jeopardize Ghislaine Maxwell Convictions

Legal experts weigh in as Todd Spodek represents juror whose undisclosed abuse history could overturn Maxwell verdict. 'This is exactly the kind of complex federal matter where you need an attorney who understands both the legal and media dynamics,' experts say.

The SpectatorWORLD
FEATURED
The Spectator World
HIGH-PROFILE CASE
May 12, 2025 • By Todd Spodek

My Advice to Diddy – By Anna Delvey's Attorney

Todd Spodek offers strategic legal advice to Sean 'Diddy' Combs' defense team facing federal sex trafficking charges. 'During Anna's trial, I didn't just defend her – I reframed her. I told the jury a story they understood. Diddy's team needs to do the same: transform public perception and jury understanding.'

Entertainment Weekly

FEATURED
Entertainment Weekly
HIGH-PROFILE CASE
May 15, 2025 • By Sarah Mitchell

Todd Spodek's Defense Strategy for Diddy Goes Viral

Todd Spodek's op-ed advising Sean Combs' legal team has gone viral, with legal experts praising his innovative approach. 'The courtroom is only half the battle. The other half is fought in the media, in podcasts, on panels and – these days – in TikTok videos,' Spodek wrote.

Variety

FEATURED
Variety
HIGH-PROFILE CASE
January 2025 • By Elizabeth Wagmeister

Anna Delvey Case: Still Making Headlines in 2025

Todd Spodek continues to represent Anna Delvey as she fights deportation and works on her house arrest conditions. The case that inspired Netflix's 'Inventing Anna' remains in the spotlight as Delvey launches new creative projects from house arrest.

Recent Coverage (2024)

Business Insider
Feature Story
February 2024 • By Rachel Premack

Todd Spodek's Strategy: Using Courtroom Fashion as Legal Defense

How the 'Inventing Anna' lawyer hired celebrity stylist Anastasia Walker to transform Anna Delvey's image during trial, pioneering a new approach to jury perception in high-profile cases.

Law & Crime
Breaking News
June 2023 • By Colin Kalmbacher

From Anna Delvey to Bebe Rexha: Todd Spodek Takes High-Profile Assault Case

Todd Spodek represents concertgoer who threw phone at pop star Bebe Rexha's face, blaming TikTok trends and social media influence on young defendants' behavior.

Newsweek
Exclusive Interview
March 2024 • By Emma Nolan

The Real Todd from 'Inventing Anna' on Playing the Legal Game

Exclusive interview with Todd Spodek on how the Netflix series changed his practice and why he believes 'everyone deserves a defense that treats them like family, not just another case number.'

Wall Street Journal
Exclusive Interview
March 2024 • By Michael Rodriguez

Netflix's Legal Expert: Inside the Anna Delvey Defense

An in-depth look at Todd Spodek's role in the Anna Delvey case and how it shaped modern criminal defense strategies.

Forbes
Profile
February 2024 • By Jennifer Walsh

Manhattan's Most Powerful Divorce Attorney

Profile of Todd Spodek and how Spodek Law Group became the go-to firm for NYC's elite seeking discrete, effective legal representation.

Bloomberg Law
Expert Commentary
January 2024 • By David Kim

Protecting Assets in Modern Divorce

Todd Spodek discusses evolving strategies for asset protection in the digital age, including cryptocurrency and international holdings.

Historic Coverage

Bloomberg Law
Trial Coverage
April 2019 • By Erik Larson

The Defense Attorney Who Quoted Sinatra in Court

Todd Spodek's unconventional defense of Anna Delvey included quoting Frank Sinatra: 'Just like Sinatra had to do it his way, Anna had to do it her way.' His creative approach to reframing narratives has redefined modern criminal defense.

Vanity Fair
Feature Story
May 2019 • By Rachel DeLoache Williams

Inside the Anna Delvey Trial: Fashion, Fame, and Legal Strategy

How Todd Spodek hired celebrity stylist Anastasia Walker to dress Anna Delvey for court, understanding that in high-profile trials, perception can be as important as evidence.

ESPN
Sports Law Coverage
December 2021 • By Adrian Wojnarowski

Todd Spodek Defends NBA Players in Federal Investigation

High-profile sports attorney Todd Spodek represents multiple NBA players in complex federal fraud investigation, bringing his expertise from entertainment law to professional sports.

New York Post
News Report
November 2022 • By Mark Stevens

NYC's Elite Choose Spodek for Discrete Divorces

How Todd Spodek has become the trusted advisor for high-net-worth individuals navigating complex family matters.

Recognized Legal Expertise

When major media outlets need expert legal commentary, they turn to Todd Spodek. Get the same level of expertise for your case.

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