Rebekah Vardy suffered a setback in her ongoing legal battle with Coleen Rooney, as Coleen’s legal team was cleared of allegations of misleading Rebekah. The two WAGS faced off in court again, with Vardy’s legal team accusing Coleen of deliberately deceiving the court regarding the £1.8 million in court costs from the Wagatha Christie case. Following her loss in the infamous 2020 libel case, Rebekah was ordered to pay 90% of Coleen’s legal fees, which amounted to a staggering £1,833,906.89. Jamie Carpenter KC, representing Rebekah, disputed the costs, highlighting expenses such as a plush stay at the Nobu Hotel, including dinner and drinks charges. He also claimed that Coleen’s team unfairly calculated the trial costs, accusing them of underestimating and misleading the court.
In response, Robin Dunne, representing Coleen, defended their actions, stating there was no misconduct and rejecting accusations of dishonesty. Despite acknowledging a lack of transparency, Senior Costs Judge Andrew Gordon-Saker ruled that Coleen’s legal team had not engaged in misconduct warranting a reduction in the amount Rebekah owed. Dunne argued that Rebekah’s frustration stemmed from her own conduct during the legal proceedings, rendering the initial cost agreements irrelevant. The court hearing, held in London, focused on fundamental points before a detailed assessment of costs would be conducted at a later date. Both Rebekah Vardy and Coleen Rooney were absent from the court proceedings on Tuesday, with the conclusion expected on Wednesday.
As the legal battle continues, the tension between the two WAGS remains palpable, with accusations flying back and forth regarding the transparency of costs and the conduct of the litigation. The outcome of this latest court battle will have significant implications for both parties involved. Stay tuned for more updates on this ongoing legal saga.