Disgraced Lawyer Tom Girardi Sentenced to Prison for Embezzlement

Tom Girardi, the disgraced former lawyer and ex-husband of "Real Housewives" star Erika Jayne, was sentenced to seven years and three months in prison on June 3, 2025, for embezzling millions of dollars from former clients. The victims included families of those who perished in the tragic 2018 Lion Air crash. The sentencing concluded a long-running legal battle and brought some measure of justice to those affected. "Girardi's actions were a betrayal of the trust placed in him," stated the judge during sentencing. Beyond the prison sentence, Girardi was ordered to pay more than $2 million in restitution to his victims. This case highlights the devastating consequences of financial crimes and the importance of accountability for those in positions of power.