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Epstein Attorney Denies Knowledge of Crimes in Testimony

3/20/2026

Summary

Story summary

Darren Indyke, Jeffrey Epstein's attorney, testified before the House Oversight Committee that he had no knowledge of Epstein's crimes.
Indyke said his work involved corporate legal services.
Indyke denied facilitating Epstein's abuse, including cash withdrawals for improper purposes.
Richard Kahn, co-executor of the Epstein estate, testified as part of the continuing investigation into Epstein's associates.
The Epstein estate has settled claims for over $169 million to victims without admitting wrongdoing.

History

Historical Context

In 2021, Jeffrey Epstein's estate settled claims exceeding $169 million to victims, including a $105 million agreement with the U.S. Virgin Islands government over trafficking allegations. The estate, valued at around $600 million at his death in 2019, has faced extensive litigation, highlighting the legal system's challenges in addressing complicity in sexual abuse and prompting calls for reform in handling high-profile offenders.

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Story summary

Darren Indyke, Jeffrey Epstein's attorney, testified before the House Oversight Committee that he had no knowledge of Epstein's crimes.
Indyke said his work involved corporate legal services.
Indyke denied facilitating Epstein's abuse, including cash withdrawals for improper purposes.
Richard Kahn, co-executor of the Epstein estate, testified as part of the continuing investigation into Epstein's associates.
The Epstein estate has settled claims for over $169 million to victims without admitting wrongdoing.

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