Amber Heard Is Trying To Appeal The Johnny Depp Defamation Verdict, But There’s Another Reason Why She May Owe Millions

Though the defamation trial between Amber Heard and Johnny Depp concluded in June, there have been plenty of developments in the aftermath. Per the verdict, Heard was found guilty on three counts of defamation and at this time, must pay Depp $10 million. Much has since been said regarding whether the actress can actually afford to shell out that kind of cash. She eventually filed an appeal but, amid this new stretch of legal proceedings, it’s looking like she could owe even more money stemming from her legal representation.

Amber Heard has sought out a considerable amount of legal assistance over the past few years as a result of Johnny Depp’s defamation lawsuit. She reportedly switched legal teams three times in the lead-up to the televised trial. And according to a report from Puck, that could cost her a serious chunk of change. The news outlet reports that Hear could be looking at a total of $15 million in legal fees. That sum also includes the expenses that she’s shelled out for the new team of lawyers she brought in for her recent appeal.