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Paul Weiss chairman who helped Epstein with plea strategy; resigned Feb 2026

Also known as: Brad S. Karp

American attorney, chairman of Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP (2008-2026). DOJ-released EFTA emails show Karp attended group dinners with Epstein and had social email exchanges. Emails show Karp helped Epstein with plea deal strategy, writing 'The draft motion is in great shape' in March 2019. In June 2016, Karp asked Epstein to help get his son a job on a Woody Allen film. Resigned as chairman immediately upon release of files on February 5, 2026.

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American
Notable Positions
Chairman, Paul Weiss (2008-2026)
Black Book
Not listed
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Brad Karp is mentioned in documents or reporting related to the Epstein case. Being mentioned does not imply any wrongdoing, criminal conduct, or inappropriate behavior.

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Known Connections (4)

Document Mentions (24)

House OversightNov 11, 2025

Private advisory fee dispute over multi‑million transactions involving Phaidon, Brad Karp and alleged Rothschild/Athene deals

The document outlines a personal compensation disagreement for advisory services on large transactions (hundreds of millions). It mentions a few high‑net‑worth individuals (Brad Karp, Alan, Rothschild Advisor claims a 50% payout on a $20‑$30 M fee for a $600 M transaction was renegotiated to $20 M. Mentions involvement of Brad Karp and an “Alan” whose contribution allegedly warranted a discount. R

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House OversightNov 11, 2025

Brad Karp forwards Daily Mail link alleging Trump‑Epstein sex party claims

The passage contains only a forwarded tabloid article URL with no new factual content, names, dates, or transactions. It hints at a sensational claim but provides no actionable evidence, making it low Email marked high importance but only includes a Daily Mail link. Link references alleged Trump‑Epstein sexual misconduct involving a minor. Sender is Brad S. Karp, senior partner at Paul, Weiss.

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House OversightNov 11, 2025

Brad Karp forwards link to article about alleged cash payments to Trump sexual harassment accusers

The passage merely contains an attorney forwarding a publicly available news article with no new facts, names, dates, or financial details. It hints at a controversial topic but provides no actionable Email from Brad S. Karp, chair of Paul, Weiss law firm, marked as high importance Contains a URL to a Daily Caller article about a feminist lawyer promising cash to Trump sexual hara Standard attorne

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House OversightNov 11, 2025

Family office emails reveal $8M staff payout, $5M foundation contribution and $2M personal payment with vague tax and asset restructuring plans

The documents contain specific monetary figures, dates, and named individuals (e.g., Melanie Spinella, Brad Karp) that suggest possible undisclosed financial flows and tax avoidance strategies within Email dated Oct 15 mentions a $8 million payout to staff before June. Reference to a $5 million contribution to a foundation and a $2 million personal payment. Discussion of using an "E‑trust" to avo

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House OversightNov 11, 2025

Estate and transaction dispute involving high‑net‑worth family, Brad Karp, and Phaidon payout

The passage outlines a complex set of financial and tax arrangements for a wealthy estate, mentions a potential short‑changing of a $50‑60 million Phaidon transaction, and references Brad Karp (promin Dispute over a $50‑60 million Phaidon payout reduced to $20 million. Executor role to be paid $1 million per year; mention of multiple consultants (tax, aviation, art). Brad Karp is named as a possib

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House OversightNov 11, 2025

Fragmented email thread mentions Brad Karp, Steve Bannon's Europe plan, and a Paul Weiss law firm head

The passage contains only disjointed, timestamped email snippets with vague references to Brad Karp, a ‘Bannon’s Big Plan for Europe’, and a Paul Weiss law firm head. No concrete dates, transactions, Email from jeeitunes@gmail.com suggests a meeting with Brad Karp. A line references “Bannon's Big Plan For Europe” with a dismissive comment. Mentions “Head of the law firm of Paul Weiss” without nam

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House OversightNov 11, 2025

Internal email discussing disputed $20M payment, dormant accounts, and complex art‑related financial structures

The passage contains vague references to unpaid transactions, dormant accounts, and internal tax/asset strategies, but lacks concrete names of high‑profile officials, specific dates, or verifiable fin Dispute over a $20 million payment allegedly promised to the author, with Brad Karp possibly unaware Reference to $11 million in dormant accounts and $4 million in an "eileens drawer". Mentions of ar

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House OversightNov 11, 2025

Internal email chain alleging undisclosed $11M in dormant accounts and disputed $20M payment to Brad Karp

The passage contains vague references to large sums of money, dormant accounts, and a disputed payment to an individual named Brad Karp, but it lacks concrete details such as dates, verified identitie Claims of $11 million in dormant accounts and $4 million in a personal drawer. Alleged agreement to pay $20 million for unspecified transactions, later reduced. Reference to Brad Karp as a party who

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House OversightNov 11, 2025

Alleged $600M after‑tax savings scheme and disputed $20‑$50M advisory fees tied to Phaidon, Athene and Rothschild transactions

The passage outlines a complex financial arrangement involving large sums (hundreds of millions) and mentions high‑profile entities (Rothschild, Athene, Brad Karp). It provides specific dollar figures Claims of $600 million in after‑tax savings generated by undisclosed cash‑flow manipulation. Disputed advisory fee of $20‑$50 million for a Phaidon‑related transaction, with alleged unilateral Refer

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House OversightNov 11, 2025

Alleged $20M payment reduction on a multi‑hundred‑million dollar transaction involving Phaidon, Brad Karp and a mysterious “BRH” asset

The passage mentions a large financial deal that was supposedly discounted from $50‑60 million to $20 million, with references to specific individuals (Brad Karp, Alan, John Murphy) and entities (Phai A transaction originally valued at $50‑60 million was allegedly reduced to a $20 million payment. The author claims to have provided a step‑by‑step execution plan and was told the discount was due t

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House OversightNov 11, 2025

Michael Wolff's email to Jeffrey Epstein references a meeting with Stephen Bannon and lawyer Brad Karp

The passage hints at a private three‑hour meeting between Michael Wolff (or a similarly named figure) and Stephen Bannon, who expressed doubts about President Trump’s mid‑term prospects, and also ment Email sent from Michael Wo to Jeffrey Epstein on 24 March 2018. Mentions a three‑hour meeting with "SB" who predicts Donald J. Trump won't last to the midterms. References a meeting with attorney Bra

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House OversightNov 11, 2025

Brad Karp forwards Daily Mail link alleging Trump‑Epstein sex party to private email

The passage merely forwards a publicly known tabloid article without providing new details, names, dates, or transactional information. It offers a weak lead that could be pursued only to verify the s Email from prominent lawyer Brad S. Karp to a private address. Contains link to a Daily Mail story alleging a Trump‑Epstein sexual assault claim involving a 13‑yea Marked as high importance by the se

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House OversightNov 11, 2025

Brad Karp forwards Daily Caller article about alleged cash offer to Trump’s sexual harassment accusers

The email shows a senior law firm chair (Brad Karp) drawing attention to a media report that a feminist lawyer allegedly promised cash to women accusing former President Trump of sexual harassment. Wh Email from Brad S. Karp, chairman of Paul, Weiss, a major law firm, to a private individual. Contains link to Daily Caller article alleging a feminist lawyer promised cash to Trump’s sexual‑har Karp

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House OversightNov 11, 2025

Michael Wolff email mentions SB (likely Steve Bannon) doubting Trump’s mid‑term survival and Brad Karp offering assistance on next book

The passage provides a vague, informal reference to a conversation with “SB” who predicts President Trump will not last to the mid‑terms and mentions lawyer Brad Karp offering help on a book. It lacks Email from Jeffery E. to Michael Wolff dated March 24, 2018. Reference to “SB” (likely Steve Bannon) expressing belief Trump won’t survive to the mid‑terms. Mention of lawyer Brad Karp offering assis

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House OversightNov 11, 2025

Internal email alleging financial misstatements and unpaid fees in a high‑value art/financial deal involving Brad Karp and unnamed parties

The passage contains vague accusations of fraud, missing documentation, and a disputed $20 million payment tied to an "Athene or Rothschild" transaction, but it lacks concrete names, dates, or transac Alleged $20 million payment shortfall and discounted fee for a transaction involving "Athene or Roth Claims of repeated inaccurate financial statements and missing cash‑flow data prepared by Brad Kar

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Email Mentions (14)

unknownJan 1, 2019

Detailed constructive list.

known . It had both sent in writing and spoken about on the phone numerous times ,_a detailed execution plan was provided . then and only then after a

Michael Wo!Mar 24, 2018

My datebook

Three hours with SB who believes DJT won’t last to the mid terms. Also saw Brad Karp who is super menchy and offering much help on next book.

Michael WolffJan 1, 2019

Re: My datebook

Three hours with SB who believes DJT won't last to the mid terms. Also saw Brad Karp who is super menchy and offering much help on next book.

Michael WolffJan 1, 2019

Re: My datebook

Three hours with SB who believes DJT won’t last to the mid terms. Also saw Brad Karp who is super menchy and offering much help on next book.

Michael WolffMar 24, 2018

My datebook

Three hours with SB who believes DJT won't last to the mid terms. Also saw Brad Karp who is super menchy and offering much help on next book.

NoneJan 1, 2019

Fwd:

all the transactions just completed . including Phaidon. - I was never told that this was out of range. in fact, alternative methods of payment .ie my

Michael WolffMar 23, 2018

Re: My datebook

Three hours with SB who believes DJT won't last to the mid terms. Also saw Brad Karp who is super menchy and offering much help on next book.

Michael WolffMar 23, 2018

Re: My datebook

Three hours with SB who believes DJT won’t last to the mid terms. Also saw Brad Karp who is super menchy and offering much help on next book.

NoneFeb 4, 2016

Re:

josh's arrival cut short our needed conversation. I understand we have a difference of opinion. friends sometimes disagree, I shook on the 20 so you h

NoneFeb 4, 2016

None

josh's arrival cut short our needed conversation. I understand we have a difference of opinion. friends sometimes disagree, I shook on the 20 so you h

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