Jonathan LA Phillips has been defending Malibu Media suits for years, including those brought by Mary Schulz. In fact, he is one of the few attorneys to take Malibu media through to the end of the case - and won. He offers his services, both litigation and settlement, at flat-rates and can provide you with a payment plan. Did you receive a notice from your internet service provider, such as Comcast, WOW, RCN, AT&T, that Malibu Media is seeking your identity? Have you been served with a summons and complaint? Have you heard from attorneys at Clark Hill? Do not fear, you are not alone. And you have come to the right place. Jonathan offers flat rates and payment plans for his clients.

Expectations for your Malibu Media case

Jonathan LA Phillips offers a variety of services related to BitTorrent cases like those filed by Malibu Media. However, most cases involve three sets of services.

Case evaluation

Jonathan’s case evaluation consists of reviewing the information provided by you and other developments in BitTorrent litigation throughout the country. At the conclusion of your initial consultation, we can provide you with our impression of the case and options for moving forward. This is a no-cost consultation and case evaluation.

LITIGATION

Jonathan is one of the few attorneys who regularly litigates BitTorrent cases like those filed by Malibu Media. And, Jonathan regularly achieves positive results for his clients through the use of a tried-and-true process for advancing the cases through the Court. Jonathan can offer payment plans for litigation.

SETTLEMENT NEGOTIATIONS

Flat-rate settlement negotiations. Every factual situation is different. Some of Jonathan’s clients simply want to settle the matter to avoid stress or to achieve certainty. Jonathan will help you obtain not only lowered settlement amount, but also will ensure that the terms of settlement are favorable and fair to you. From his understanding, Jonathan’s reaches settlements below those achieved by other attorneys and at a lower cost.

Jonathan Phillips is one of the most active defenders of BitTorrent suits in the country

Jonathan has defended BitTorrent suits since their inception under the infamous Prenda Law firm and its plaintiffs, through Malibu Media, and now with Strike 3 Holdings. Jonathan is also a recognized attorney in this field. The Illinois State Bar Association has twice published Mr. Phillips' writings on BitTorrent cases. He has been named as an Emerging Lawyer in Intellectual Property twice and is a past chair (current ex officio) of the Illinois State Bar Association’s Intellectual Property Section Council. His experience and knowledge allows him to offer tailored and cost-effective litigation strategies aimed at getting you the results you need.

Are you concerned about Jonathan being downstate? Don’t be. While he is a Cardinal’s fan - and that may bother you, his lower-cost downstate location generates savings he passes on to his clients. Secondly, Jonathan regularly litigates in the Northern District of Illinois and Chicago-land in general, typically having several cases there at any time. Finally, federal court litigation is conducted online for the most part; required appearances at the Court are rare.

You have defenses and options

 

Settlement

If you want to settle, he will provide you with a lower-flat rate than nearly any other attorney. And, unlike some attorneys who never litigate these cases, Jonathan obtains lower settlement values. Jonathan conducts all settlement negotiations at a flat-rate payable over a several months. Jonathan secures superior results at lower costs than others. His client’s reviews speak for themselves.

Litigation

If you want to defend your case, Jonathan is one of the most experienced Bittorrent defense litigators in the United States. He is one of the few attorneys take a BitTorrent case to its end, demonstrate the lack of evidence, and prevailing against them. He uses a tried-and-true methodology producing results for his clients. Importantly, he offers his clients flat monthly rate payment plans to help them afford the defense of their case.

Jonathan has a track record of success for his clients

Some of Jonathan’s BitTorrent successes follow. It is important to remember that past success does not guaranty future success.

  • In a recent Southern District of Texas case, Strike 3 Holdings publicly named Jonathan’s client in a case. Jonathan was able to “put the cat back in the bag,” and get the filings sealed while settling the matter on terms agreeable to his client.

  • In the Southern District of New York, Strike 3 Holdings, LLC sued Jonathan’s client. Before Strike 3 Holdings was able to obtain his client’s identity, the plaintiff settled the matter on terms agreeable to Jonathan’s client.

  • In the Southern District of Texas, Malibu Media sued Mr. Phillips’ client. Malibu Media, LLC v. John Doe, subscriber assigned IP address 99.90.89.28. Using his tried and true method for defending these actions, Malibu Media sought to settle its case. The parties settled the matter to their mutual satisfaction.

  • In the Southern District of New York, Jonathan Phillips defended a Malibu Media case that Malibu refused to dismiss at the outset. In Malibu Media, LLC v. Levin, Jonathan served discovery aimed at demonstrating a hole at the core of Malibu’s case. Shortly afterwards, Malibu settled the matter on terms favorable to Jonathan’s client. The dismissal even stated that it was apparent Jonathan’s client was not the infringer.

  • In PTG Nevada, LLC v. Knott, Jonathan utilized his well honed method for defending a BitTorrent copyright case brought by PTG Nevada. In that Colorado case, our client answered the complaint, requiring the plaintiff to secure Jonathan’s client’s permission (or the permission of the Court) to dismiss the case. In the end, Jonathan’s client agreed to dismiss the case after settling on terms favorable for our client. 

  • In Malibu Media, LLC v. John Doe, Jonathan represented an individual accused of copyright infringement. Malibu Media accused the client, who was kept anonymous throughout the proceedings, of using BitTorrent to pirate its works. After discovery, all parties filed Motions for Summary Judgment. After thorough briefing, and our subsequent motions to strike portions of Malibu's motion and response, Northern District of Illinois Magistrate Judge Brown granted Jonathan’s client’s Motion for Summary Judgment on February 8th, 2016.  This was one of the first victories against one of the most prolific copyright plaintiffs in the United States.

  • Multitudes of settlements on terms agreeable terms for his clients.