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Alleged Conflict of Interest and Attorney Selection Manipulation in Epstein Deferred Prosecution Agreement

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Alleged Conflict of Interest and Attorney Selection Manipulation in Epstein Deferred Prosecution Agreement The passage reveals potential misconduct involving a U.S. Attorney (AUSA Marie Villafana) who may have used personal relationships to influence attorney selection for alleged victims, and suggests the SDFL (likely a federal office) altered its process after being exposed. While it names specific individuals and a procedural abuse, the claims are not yet corroborated and lack concrete financial data, limiting the score to strong but not blockbuster. Key insights: AUSA Marie Villafana allegedly recommended attorney Humberto Ocariz, who is linked to her live‑in boyfriend and former roommate.; The recommendation was presented as coming from a “good friend” in the Appellate Division, masking the personal connection.; The SDFL initially claimed unilateral authority to assign attorney selection, but evidence suggests the change was made after Epstein exposed the conflict.

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