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Young Thug’s Former Lawyer Brian Steel Seeks to Join Diddy’s Defense Team

Brian Steel, renowned for his role in Young Thug's RICO trial, has filed to represent Sean 'Diddy' Combs as jury selection approaches in a high-profile federal case.

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Young Thug, whose real name is Jeffery Lamar Williams, and his lawyer, Brian Steel, watch Judge Ural Glanville speak during the hearing of key witness Kenneth Copeland at the Fulton County Superior Court in Atlanta on June 10, 2024.

Overview

  • Brian Steel, a prominent attorney known for his work in Young Thug’s YSL RICO trial, has formally applied to join Sean 'Diddy' Combs' legal defense team.
  • Steel submitted his court filing on April 15, requesting special admission to practice law in New York for Combs' trial.
  • Diddy is facing serious charges, including racketeering and sex trafficking, with jury selection scheduled to begin on May 5, 2025.
  • Steel's legal career includes a reversed contempt charge from Young Thug’s trial, where he refused to disclose a source of privileged information.
  • If admitted, Steel will join a defense team led by Marc Agnifilo and Teny Geragos as Diddy’s trial preparations intensify.