It’s been a year and a half since rumors began to swirl about drama between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, and it’s been a little over a year since the actress filed a complaint that began this ongoing legal battle. Now, their trial is approaching, and legal experts are weighing in about whether a settlement is possible before they get to the courtroom.
On February 11, Baldoni and Lively appeared in federal court for court-ordered mediation. According to the actor/director’s lawyer, Bryan Freedman, it was “unsuccessful,” and no deals were reached. However, he did note that there’s “always a chance” for a settlement. Now, legal experts have spoken to People about that possibility, with trial attorney at Parker & McConkie, Brian C. Stewart, saying:
