Gina Strum's Court Action Against Marc Lasry Challenges Allegations of Harassment and Investor Deception

Gina Strum's Bold Legal Action Against Marc Lasry

Gina Strum, a seasoned private equity executive and attorney, has escalated her legal battle against billionaire investor Marc Lasry by filing a motion aimed at dismissing his defamation lawsuit. This lawsuit, Strum asserts, is nothing but a ploy intended to silence her allegations of a long-standing campaign of bullying and sexual harassment.

In a statement from her attorney, Richard Roth, it was emphasized that Lasry's lawsuit lacks merit and serves merely as retaliation for Strum's courageous decision to voice her grievances regarding his alleged inappropriate conduct.

Background of the Case

The controversy began when Strum claimed that Lasry had harassed her over multiple years and had also concealed critical health information regarding Sonia Gardner, co-founder of Avenue Capital, from investors. She expressed grave concerns about how this information was handled in light of the company's strategic decisions to downsize and restructure. In response to her complaints, Strum was met with a defamation lawsuit from Lasry, who accused her of making false statements that he argues led to significant harm.

However, Strum's motion to dismiss counters this narrative, highlighting the absence of verifiable lies or damages that could substantiate Lasry’s claims. Instead, the motion details communications exchanged between Strum and Lasry that paint a different picture; texts that indicate Lasry's attempts to keep Strum engaged in professional discussions rather than the behavior of someone who feels victimized.