Michael Avenatti has been in the news recently due to his felony extortion conviction involving sports apparel company Nike. A federal appeals court rejected his claims that there wasn't enough evidence to support his conviction for attempting to extort Nike. Avenatti is also known for his representation of adult-film actress Stormy Daniels in her lawsuits against President Donald Trump.
Michael John Avenatti is an American attorney who gained prominence for his high-profile cases and media presence. He was born on February 16, 1971, in Sacramento, California. Avenatti co-founded the law firm Eagan Avenatti, which later became Avenatti & Associates. He has represented clients in various legal battles, including cases against powerful individuals and corporations. Avenatti's involvement in the Stormy Daniels case brought him significant attention and controversy.