In an ongoing legal battle, Mike Roman and his attorney, Ashley Merchant, are alleging that they have been denied access to important documents related to an alleged affair between Nathan Wade and District Attorney Fonny Willis. Roman and Merchant are specifically seeking correspondence, contracts, and invoices that they believe would provide evidence of a conflict of interest and improper use of funds at the district attorney's office.
They claim that by obtaining these documents, they can prove that Wade had an affair with Willis while being contracted by her office, highlighting potential ethical violations. However, the Fulton County district attorney's office has refuted these claims, stating that they have already provided some of the requested documents and that others simply do not exist.
Merchant argues that the district attorney's office is in violation of Georgia's Open Records Act, which mandates the disclosure of public records upon request. She has filed a lawsuit seeking the release of the requested documents, and is hoping for a favorable outcome at an upcoming evidentiary hearing scheduled for February 15th.
Recently, both Willis and Wade were subpoenaed to testify at the hearing, which has the potential to reveal further details regarding their alleged romance. The proceedings could become embarrassing for the individuals involved as their personal lives are brought into the public spotlight. However, Wade had a temporary reprieve from an uncomfortable divorce proceeding after reaching a settlement.
Nevertheless, if the divorce settlement is not finalized, both Wade and Willis may still be required to give depositions not only for the upcoming hearing but also for future divorce proceedings. It appears that the legal issues surrounding Wade and Willis are far from being resolved.
As the case unfolds, the allegations and accusations continue to create intrigue and uncertainty for all parties involved. While Roman and Merchant persist in their pursuit of the requested documents, the district attorney's office maintains its stance that it has fulfilled its obligations under the Open Records Act. The forthcoming evidentiary hearing will likely provide further insight into the truth behind the alleged affair and shed light on potential improprieties within the district attorney's office.
