Mark Geragos, once heralded as a top attorney, is now engulfed in controversy as he faces three legal malpractice lawsuits coinciding with his defense of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs in a federal case that has captivated public attention.
Mark Geragos Faces Legal Storm Amid Diddy Defense Cases

Mark Geragos Faces Legal Storm Amid Diddy Defense Cases
Mark Geragos, Diddy's attorney, is under siege with multiple malpractice claims while navigating the high-profile federal case for Sean Combs.
While the trial progresses, Geragos has faced verbal reprimands from the presiding judge for inappropriate remarks aimed at the prosecution, adding to the growing tension around the controversial lawyer. There are also allegations surrounding Geragos and his daughter, Teny, purportedly using media outlets to manipulate public perception of Diddy's defense, raising suspicions of breaches in court protocol.
Prosecutors have cited Geragos’ long-standing affiliation with Diddy as integral to the broader narrative of witness intimidation and crisis management tactics, a suggestion reinforced by various claims made by Diddy's alleged victims. As pressure mounts, legal experts speculate on the potential suspension of Geragos' law license as yet another malpractice suit prepares to emerge in federal court.
The filed malpractice litigations include:
- The Estate of Anisa Farhadi v. Geragos, Trial date: 12/2025
- Franklin v. Geragos, Trial date: 07/2025
- Teresa Hershey Et Al v. Geragos, Trial date: 09/2025
Geragos remains a licensed attorney in California despite ongoing scrutiny from The State Bar of California. Investigators are soliciting input from individuals aware of any ethics violations involving Geragos, emphasizing the importance of community vigilance in these matters.
Stay tuned as we continue to delve deeper into these unfolding legal proceedings in our ongoing investigative series. For tips or information, you can contact us via email or the secure messaging platform provided. All communications will remain confidential.
Prosecutors have cited Geragos’ long-standing affiliation with Diddy as integral to the broader narrative of witness intimidation and crisis management tactics, a suggestion reinforced by various claims made by Diddy's alleged victims. As pressure mounts, legal experts speculate on the potential suspension of Geragos' law license as yet another malpractice suit prepares to emerge in federal court.
The filed malpractice litigations include:
- The Estate of Anisa Farhadi v. Geragos, Trial date: 12/2025
- Franklin v. Geragos, Trial date: 07/2025
- Teresa Hershey Et Al v. Geragos, Trial date: 09/2025
Geragos remains a licensed attorney in California despite ongoing scrutiny from The State Bar of California. Investigators are soliciting input from individuals aware of any ethics violations involving Geragos, emphasizing the importance of community vigilance in these matters.
Stay tuned as we continue to delve deeper into these unfolding legal proceedings in our ongoing investigative series. For tips or information, you can contact us via email or the secure messaging platform provided. All communications will remain confidential.