Michael Avenatti is a former American lawyer best known for defending adult film actress Stormy Daniels in her legal battles with former US President Donald Trump. He also works as a professional racing car driver.
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Bio
He was born in Sacramento, California, on February 16, 1971. Michael is a 50-year-old man. He grew up in the states of Colorado and Utah.
In addition, he is of Caucasian nationality and is of American descent. His father was a manager at Anheuser-Busch. But, Information about his mother is not available. Avenatti and his father eventually relocated to Chesterfield, Missouri.
Avenatti graduated from Parkway Central High School in 1982. Mike attended Saint Louis University for a year after graduating in 1989 . He then transferred to Pennsylvania University, where he earned a B.A. in political science in 1996. He worked as an opposition researcher for Rahm Emmanuel’s political consultancy firm while in college.
Meanwhile, Avenatti studied law at George Washington University (GW).
Later, Avenatti enrolled in a night school program and studied with Professor Jonathan Turley on constitutional issues involving the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA). In 2000, he received his J.D. from the Coif’s Order and was first in his class.
Full name | Michael John Avenatti |
Nick Name | Michael |
Famous As | Lawyer |
Age | 50-years old |
Birthday | February 16, 1971 |
Nationality | American |
Zodiac Sign | Aquarius |
Birthplace | Sacramento, CA |
Ethnicity | Mixed |
Religion | Christianity |
Spouse | Christine Carlin Avenatti (divorced ) Lisa Storie-Avenatti (divorced ) |
Children | 3 |
Career
Michael Avenatti began his career as an assistant at Rahm Emanuel’s Research Group, a political opposition research and media organization. Avenatti worked on more than 150 Democratic and Republican campaigns in 42 states. Later, he joined Greene Broillet & Wheeler, a boutique legal practice in Los Angeles.
Former US President Barack Obama’s White House Chief of Staff, Avenatti, worked for him. Avenatti also represented adult-film actress Stormy Daniels in her case against President Donald Trump. In that particular case, she sought to have a non-disclosure agreement she had signed revoked.
Michael ran in nearly 33 sports cars. He also competed in FIA World Endurance Championship, the American Le Mans Series, and other car racing programs.
Avenatti raced at No. 66 JMW Motorsport Ferrari 458 Italia accompanied by Saudi Prince Abdul Aziz bin Turki Al Saud and Polish driver Jakub “Kuba” 24 hours from Le Mans. The team also finished in eighth place in their class in 2015.
Physical stats
Height | 5 ft 8 in (1.72 m) |
Weight | 86 Kg (189 lbs) |
Biceps Size | 21 inches |
Body Measurements | 42-32-35 inches |
Hair Color | Blonde |
Eye Color | Dark Brown |
Michael Avenatti Personal life
In Chesterfield, Missouri, St. Louis, Michael Avenatti tied the knot with his first wife, Christine Carlin Avenatti. They also invited the majority of their close friends and family members to their wedding. In addition, they have two lovely kids from their relationship.
However, the pair divorced after 13 years of marriage, alleging irreconcilable issues between them. Following his divorce from Christine, Avenatti married Lisa-Storie Avenatti in Los Angeles, California in 2011.
They have a cute youngster together. However, owing to a misunderstanding, the two are no longer together. In 2017, Avenatti and his then wife filed for divorce and separated.
Recent controversy
For stealing from Stormy Daniels, Michael Avenatti was found guilty of wire fraud and aggravated identity theft on Friday.
Prosecutors allege that Avenatti, who aided Daniels negotiate $ 800,000 for her book “Full Disclosure,” tricked her . He also ordered her book agent to send two installments, nearly $ 300,000, to his account instead of going straight to Daniels. On May 24, Avenatti will be sentenced.
Michael Avenatti Social Media
The social media accounts of the American attorney Michael Avenatti are under his own name. Meanwhile, the lawyer is available on instagram and twitter.
Michael Avenatti Net Worth
In 2021, his net worth wasexpected to reach $3 million. He earns additional money from his other jobs, such as business deals, law firms, and so on, in addition to his great salary as an attorney. Meanwhile, his exact net worth is not known yet.
Similarly, his wife’s net worth is estimated to be over $10 million. Avenatti agreed to pay $1,947,540 in spousal support to his wife Lisa as part of their divorce settlement. He also left Lisa ownership of several properties. The properties include five luxury brackets, a Frank Gehry sculpture and other works of art, and a 2014 Ferrari 488 GT Spider rental.