A court has ordered Brad Pitt’s Make It Right Foundation to disclose key documents as victims of faulty post-Katrina homes pursue a class-action lawsuit against the actor and his nonprofit.
March 24, 2025: Brad Pitt Suffers Setback in Katrina Housing Lawsuit, Court Orders Disclosure of Foundation Records
Hollywood actor Brad Pitt is facing increased legal pressure in a class-action lawsuit filed by victims of Hurricane Katrina, who allege they were provided defective homes by his nonprofit, the Make It Right Foundation. A U.S. district court has ruled in favor of the plaintiffs, requiring the foundation to hand over thousands of documents during the discovery phase.
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The lawsuit, led by Ron Austin Law on behalf of affected homeowners in New Orleans, aims to hold both Pitt and his foundation accountable for what the plaintiffs describe as “poorly constructed and unsafe homes” built after the 2005 disaster.
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Pitt’s Legal Team Opposes Deposition Due to Filming Commitments
According to court filings reported by The US Sun, Pitt’s attorneys attempted to block his deposition, citing his ongoing film commitments. The motion argued that Pitt’s absence could severely impact production schedules and potentially lead to legal and financial consequences for involved studios. His legal team also noted that Pitt is expected to be in Europe for several months, which would make any in-person testimony difficult and expensive.
While the court has yet to compel Pitt’s personal deposition, the recent ruling ensures that the discovery process will proceed. Pitt remains listed as a potential witness in the case.
Massive Volume of Evidence Submitted
The legal battle has reached a new level of complexity, with Make It Right reportedly submitting a massive trove of materials: 195 boxes, 13 filing cabinets, 13 computers, and a server containing over 70,000 documents and an additional 30,000 financial records. Due to the overwhelming volume, the foundation has requested more time to complete the review.
In response, the plaintiffs’ legal team is bolstering its case with the help of forensic accountants, engineers, and architectural experts to examine the structural integrity and financial practices behind the foundation’s construction work.
Lawsuit Continues Amid Status Hearing
A status hearing is scheduled for next month, and legal experts believe the outcome could set a precedent for future cases involving charitable accountability. The lawsuit continues to raise questions about the responsibilities of celebrities who use their platforms to spearhead philanthropic ventures.
Despite Pitt’s earlier efforts to shield himself from personal liability, the court’s refusal to dismiss the case and the recent ruling for full document disclosure mark a major setback in his defense.
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