Camille Vasquez

Camille Vasquez is an American trial attorney known for her work in litigation and arbitration, with a focus on representing plaintiffs in defamation cases and high-profile legal disputes. Vasquez, a first-generation American and the first lawyer in her family, graduated magna cum laude from the University of Southern California with a Bachelor of Arts degree in communication and political science before earning her Juris Doctor from Southwestern Law School.

Vasquez has represented clients in a range of complex legal matters, including Johnny Depp in cases against his former attorney and business manager, as well as in his defamation suit against his ex-wife Amber Heard. She played a prominent role in the Depp v. Heard trial, which was livestreamed and attracted global attention. Her cross-examination of Heard and overall courtroom strategy became widely discussed in legal and media circles. The case led to a surge in online interest and inspired several media productions, including the Netflix series "Depp V. Heard," the NBC documentary "A Marriage on Trial," the Discovery+ docuseries "Johnny vs. Amber," and the Tubi movie "Hot Take: The Depp/Heard Trial."

During the Depp v. Heard trial, Vasquez concentrated on the central allegations, collaborating with her partner Ben Chew, who focused on Depp's defense. The trial preparation involved thousands of hours and numerous depositions over several months. The jury found Heard liable for defamation, awarding Depp $10 million in compensatory damages and $5 million in punitive damages, resulting in a net award of $8.35 million.

Following the trial, Vasquez was promoted to partner at Brown Rudnick. Her client roster includes public figures such as Ben Affleck, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Jennifer Lopez. Vasquez has also served as a legal analyst for NBC News and has worked on brand reputation and defamation cases at Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton.

In addition to her litigation practice, Vasquez is a frequent speaker and legal commentator, contributing to NBC and participating in industry panels and global speaking engagements. She specializes in high-profile litigation, crisis management, and reputation management, and is recognized for her strategic approach to complex legal challenges. Vasquez mentors young attorneys and serves as a Foundation Trustee for Children's Hospital Los Angeles. Fluent in Spanish, she is able to serve a diverse client base and manage cases involving Spanish-speaking individuals and entities. Vasquez is regarded as a trailblazer for Latinas in the legal profession and is a prominent voice on issues related to personal branding, reputation management, and justice in the public sphere.