Camille Vasquez, a lawyer for Johnny Depp, gives a statement after the verdict in the Depp vs. Heard trial. She thanks the jury for their time and service, stating that they believe the verdict speaks for itself and is based on the facts. She argues that Amber Heard's allegations of domestic abuse are false and defamatory, causing harm to Depp's reputation. Vasquez also addresses criticism that the verdict may have a chilling effect on domestic violence victims, stating that domestic violence doesn't have a gender and that the verdict is not a setback for the #MeToo movement. She emphasizes that the case is about holding Heard accountable for her false allegations. Vasquez also shares that she has been promoted to partner at her law firm and expresses her gratitude for the opportunity to inspire young women to pursue a legal career.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. Camille Vasquez is a lawyer representing Johnny Depp.
2. The trial lasted seven weeks.
3. The jury made a unanimous decision based on the facts presented.
4. Amber Heard's lawyer argued that the verdict would have a chilling effect on domestic violence victims and the #MeToo movement.
5. Camille Vasquez encouraged victims to come forward and stated that domestic violence doesn't have a gender.
6. The trial featured recordings of conversations between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard.
7. Amber Heard admitted to hitting Johnny Depp in one of the recordings.
8. Johnny Depp's lawyer argued that Amber Heard falsely accused him of abuse and that he was the real victim of domestic abuse.
9. The jury did not believe Amber Heard's story, according to the defense team.
10. Camille Vasquez was promoted to partner at her law firm.
11. The trial was closely watched on social media, but the defense team does not believe that the jurors were swayed by social media.