Brian Steel, the high-profile attorney best known for representing rapper Young Thug, is now joining the legal defense team for Sean “Diddy” Combs.
According to a new court filing shared by legal journalist Meghann Cuniff on Tuesday, Steel submitted a motion to officially appear as counsel for Diddy. This development arrives just one day after the 55-year-old music mogul pleaded not guilty to serious federal charges, including racketeering and sex trafficking, during a hearing before U.S. District Judge Arun Subramanian in Manhattan.
Diddy’s trial is already on a fast-moving timeline, with jury selection slated for May 5 and opening statements set to begin the following week on May 12. The addition of Brian Steel signals that Diddy is assembling a formidable legal team to fight the charges.
Steel is no stranger to high-stakes courtroom battles. With over 30 years of experience in criminal defense, he earned widespread recognition during his recent work on Thugger’s legal case. His reputation for aggressive and strategic defense has made him a favorite among high-profile clients. In fact, Steel’s impact on pop culture was recently highlighted when Drake released a track titled “Brian Steel,” paying homage to the attorney’s efforts to secure Young Thug’s release.
As Diddy prepares for what could be one of the most scrutinized trials in recent entertainment history, Steel’s presence adds even more intrigue to the unfolding legal saga. All eyes will be on the courtroom this May as the case progresses.
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