In the ongoing civil case she brought against Justin Baldoni, her co-star and director in It Ends With Us, Blake Lively will be questioned on July 17. Attorneys representing publicists connected to Baldoni filed a court document disclosing the information. Lively's attorneys subpoenaed these publicists.

The email, which was dated July 2 and included in the filing, was mentioned by several individuals. "On July 17, Lively will be deposed." The revelation represents a major advancement in the highly publicized case, even if the date has not been formally confirmed by her representatives.

As media attention has increased, representatives from both parties have kept silent

Blake Lively's allegations of harassment and trial preparations

Baldoni, 41, was charged with sexual harassment and workplace retaliation by Lively, 37. The accusations have been refuted by the actress who plays Jane the Virgin. Baldoni subsequently filed counterclaims against Lively and her spouse, actor Ryan Reynolds, accusing them of extortion and defamation. But Judge Lewis J. Liman rejected those charges, stating there was not enough proof to move forward.

In New York, the case is expected to go to trial in March 2026, according to sources. Both Lively's and Baldoni's lawyers have verified that their clients plan to provide testimony.

In May, People reported that Lively's attorney Mike Gottlieb stated that his client is ready for the courtroom, and that the trial is the "ultimate moment" for a plaintiff to present their case. "Of course she's going to testify," he stated.

Justin Baldoni's lawyer anticipates difficult inquiries.

In the meanwhile, Bryan Freedman, Justin Baldoni's attorney, has been quite open about his intention to refute Lively's allegations during her deposition. Freedman told TMC Live in June that he would interrogate Lively "under penalty of perjury" and that "We have the video tape, the footage, the texts, and the emails."

Freedman made yet another audacious remark to People, recommending that the deposition be transformed into a public spectacle. He suggested, "Hold the deposition at MSG, sell tickets or stream it, and donate every dollar to organizations that assist victims of domestic abuse."

After the dismissal of the lawsuit, he reacts enthusiastically.

In a public statement released following the rejection of Baldoni's $400 million counterclaims, Lively stated that, like many others, the actor also experienced the suffering of a retaliatory lawsuit that contained "manufactured shame that is designed to break us." As reported by People, Lively stated, "I am more determined than ever to stand up for every woman's right to self-determination in securing her own protection."

FAQs

Q: When is Blake Lively’s deposition scheduled?
A: July 17, 2025, according to court documents filed by attorneys involved in the case.

Q: What are Blake Lively's allegations against Justin Baldoni?
A: She has accused Baldoni of sexual harassment and workplace retaliation during the filming of It Ends With Us.

Q: Were Justin Baldoni’s counterclaims against Lively and Ryan Reynolds upheld?
A: No, the judge dismissed his $400 million lawsuit for extortion and defamation.

Q: When is the trial scheduled?
A: March 2026 in New York.

Q: Will both Lively and Baldoni testify?
A: Yes, attorneys for both parties have confirmed their clients' plan to take the stand.

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