Lanny J. Davis
Lanny J. Davis is an American attorney and political consultant who is known for his work as a spokesperson and advisor in high-profile legal cases. He served as special counsel to President Bill Clinton and has represented various clients in legal matters involving public relations and litigation. Recently, he made headlines as the attorney for Shannon Sharpe, who is facing serious allegations of sexual assault and battery, with Davis asserting that the claims are baseless and an attempt at extortion.
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Lanny J. Davis is Shannon Sharpe's attorney who stated that the relationship was consensual.
Shannon Sharpe: Pro Football Hall of Famer out at ESPN just weeks after settling sexual assault and battery lawsuit
United States· 2025-07-31
Lanny J. Davis is Shannon Sharpe's attorney who revealed text messages allegedly from the plaintiff showing a consensual relationship.
Shannon Sharpe's sexual assault lawsuit settled, attorney announcesUnited States· 2025-07-19
Sharpe’s attorney, Lanny J. Davis, said the woman is attempting to blackmail his client.
Pro Football Hall of Famer and podcast star Shannon Sharpe settles sexual assault and battery lawsuitUnited States· 2025-07-19Lanny J. Davis said the woman is attempting to blackmail his client and that the pair’s relationship was consensual.
Shannon Sharpe to step away from ESPN duties amid ongoing lawsuitUnited States· 2025-04-24
Lanny J. Davis is Shannon Sharpe's attorney who has denied all allegations against him.
Shannon Sharpe announces he will temporarily step away from ESPNUnited States· 2025-04-24
Lanny J. Davis posted a statement on behalf of Shannon Sharpe, dismissing the claims as a calculated attempt to extract money under false pretenses.
VIDEO: Former NFL star Shannon Sharpe responds to $50million lawsuit over alleged rape
Ghana· 2025-04-22Lanny J. Davis said the woman is attempting to blackmail his client and that their relationship was consensual.
Pro Football Hall of Famer and podcast star Shannon Sharpe sued for sexual assault and battery. He says it’s a ‘shakedown’United States· 2025-04-22Lanny J. Davis issued a statement on behalf of Shannon Sharpe, calling the lawsuit an extortion attempt.
El exjugador de la NFL Shannon Sharpe es acusado de violación en demanda civil de 50 millones
Dominican Republic· 2025-04-22Sharpe’s attorney, Lanny J. Davis, responded to the lawsuit in a lengthy statement the former tight end shared to his social media accounts.
NFL Hall of Famer Shannon Sharpe accused of sexual assault, battery in $50 million lawsuitUnited States· 2025-04-22
Sharpe’s attorney, Lanny J. Davis, said the woman is attempting to blackmail his client and that the pair’s relationship was consensual.
Pro Football Hall of Famer and podcast star Shannon Sharpe sued for sexual assault and batteryUnited States· 2025-04-21