In a recent court proceeding, attorney Costello faced questioning regarding his involvement with Michael Cohen, the former personal attorney for President Donald Trump. The prosecutor probed Costello about his alleged desire to represent Cohen, to which Costello denied, stating he had no prior acquaintance with him. Costello explained that his meeting with Cohen was arranged by Jeff Citron, Cohen's previous attorney, who sought his assistance due to his expertise in criminal law.
Costello, a former head of the criminal division in the Southern District of New York US Attorney's Office, found himself navigating the realm of defense attorneys. When asked if taking on Cohen as a client was a significant opportunity for him, Costello hesitated before acknowledging the potential significance of the case.
