Wendy Williams has enlisted the legal expertise of Joe Tacopina, a renowned attorney known for representing high-profile clients like Donald Trump, Alex Rodriguez, and A$AP Rocky. Tacopina confirmed his new role as Wendy’s personal attorney during an appearance on “TMZ Live” on Thursday.
Tacopina clarified that, for now, his role is strictly as her personal attorney since guardianship attorneys require judicial approval. He is actively working through the necessary legal processes to gain official recognition in her guardianship case.
“Counsel of Choice” and Legal Strategy
Tacopina stated he is making motions as Wendy’s “counsel of choice”, and hinted at several potential legal strategies to challenge her guardianship status. His involvement follows a wave of public support for Wendy, with fans recently protesting outside her assisted living facility, demanding her freedom.
Interestingly, Tacopina pointed out that a key phrase Wendy is famous for was seemingly used against her during her frontotemporal dementia diagnosis—a subject explored in depth in the documentary “TMZ Presents: Saving Wendy.”
Why Tacopina Decided to Represent Wendy
Tacopina mentioned that he was deeply moved by the documentary and felt compelled to help her. According to him, Wendy Williams should not be confined to an assisted living facility, especially after passing a recent competency test with excellent results at a local hospital.
Public Support and Legal Battle Ahead
Fans of Wendy Williams have been rallying for her release from what she describes as a “prison-like environment” in her assisted living facility. Wendy has also signed legal documents to end her guardianship, and Tacopina appears determined to see her regain her freedom.
With such a high-profile attorney now on her side, Wendy’s legal battle could take a significant turn. Tacopina’s reputation for fiercely defending his clients suggests he’s prepared to challenge the guardianship arrangement head-on.
Stay tuned for updates as this legal showdown unfolds.
