Weinstein Hires New Legal Team for Third NY Trial

Disgraced producer brings on attorneys from Agnifilo Intrater as he prepares for upcoming rape case

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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Harvey Weinstein has hired a new team of attorneys from the Agnifilo Intrater law firm to represent him in his upcoming third rape trial in New York. The trio of lawyers, Jacob Kaplan, Marc Agnifilo and Teny Geragos, will be taking over from Weinstein's previous defense team at Aidala Bertuna & Kamins, who will continue to handle his appeals and civil matters.

Why it matters

Weinstein's legal battles have been closely watched as part of the broader #MeToo movement, with his previous convictions seen as landmark victories. The hiring of this new defense team signals Weinstein's intent to mount a vigorous defense in the upcoming trial, which could have significant implications for his future.

The details

The new legal team, which has previously represented high-profile clients like Sean 'Diddy' Combs, will be tasked with defending Weinstein against the latest rape charges he faces. Weinstein's spokesperson said the producer believes a 'recalibrated outlook and strategic approach' will offer the 'most effective path forward' as he prepares for the potential retrial.

  • Weinstein's third New York trial is slated to begin in early March 2026.
  • Weinstein was previously convicted in June 2020 of forcing oral sex on a former 'Project Runway' assistant in 2006.

The players

Harvey Weinstein

Disgraced former Hollywood producer facing multiple sexual assault charges.

Jacob Kaplan

Attorney at Agnifilo Intrater law firm, part of Weinstein's new legal team.

Marc Agnifilo

Attorney at Agnifilo Intrater law firm, part of Weinstein's new legal team.

Teny Geragos

Attorney at Agnifilo Intrater law firm, part of Weinstein's new legal team.

Arthur Aidala

Head of the defense team at Aidala Bertuna & Kamins, Weinstein's previous legal representation.

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What they’re saying

“Harvey intends to concentrate his efforts on preparing for a potential retrial of the undecided charge.”

— Juda Englemayer, Weinstein's spokesperson (amny.com)

“Our work does not end here. We will continue to advocate forcefully on his behalf in the appellate courts, where we are confident that serious legal errors will be addressed and his most significant conviction will ultimately be overturned, as we have achieved in the past.”

— Arthur Aidala, Head of defense team at Aidala Bertuna & Kamins (amny.com)

What’s next

The judge will determine if capital punishment will be on the table for Weinstein's upcoming trial.

The takeaway

Weinstein's legal strategy appears to be shifting as he prepares for his third trial, with the hiring of a new defense team signaling his intent to mount a vigorous defense against the latest charges. The outcome of this trial could have significant implications for the disgraced producer's future.