Received a Strike 3 Holdings Lawsuit?
You need an attorney who has been here before — thousands of times. Leonard J. French has defended over 2,000 clients in copyright infringement cases since 2011, making him one of the most experienced BitTorrent defense attorneys in the country.
No fear tactics. No unnecessary retainers. Just honest counsel and aggressive defense — from the attorney who represented the first Malibu Media defendants in the landmark Bellwether trial.
Content = Copyright
Where law and content meet, you will find Attorney Leonard J. French counseling clients. Whether you've received a subpoena, a letter from your ISP, or a formal complaint — he can help.
Strike 3 Holdings Defendants
Strike 3 Holdings is currently the most prolific copyright plaintiff in United States federal courts, having filed over 20,000 lawsuits since 2017. They operate the adult film brands Blacked, Tushy, Vixen, and others — and they use a proprietary IP tracking system called VXN Scan to identify BitTorrent users.
Their playbook is deliberate: file against a John Doe, subpoena your ISP, then send a settlement demand calculated to be just below what it would cost you to fight back. The embarrassment of being publicly named in connection with adult content makes many people settle immediately — even when they have strong defenses.
Leonard has seen this playbook hundreds of times. He knows when to challenge the subpoena, when to negotiate, and when the case warrants a full defense.
A Record That Speaks for Itself
Leonard represented the first Malibu Media defendants in the country during the landmark Malibu Media Bellwether case in the Eastern District of Pennsylvania — the first-ever jury trial for unauthorized BitTorrent file-sharing in the United States. That case shaped how these lawsuits are litigated nationwide.
Since 2011, Leonard has defended over 2,000 clients — the vast majority of them ordinary people who received a frightening letter or subpoena and didn't know where to turn. His clients have included students, retirees, parents, and professionals across the country.
Receiving a subpoena does not mean you are guilty. An IP address is not a person. There are real defenses available, and the initial consultation is free.
What Happens When Strike 3 Targets You
IP Identification
VXN Scan logs your IP address downloading or sharing content via BitTorrent and files a John Doe lawsuit in federal court.
ISP Subpoena
A court order compels your ISP to reveal your identity. You typically have ~30 days to file a motion to quash.
Settlement Demand
Once named, you receive a demand letter. Strike 3 typically seeks $750+ per film — calculated to be cheaper than fighting.
Your Options
Challenge the subpoena, negotiate a settlement, or defend the case. Call Leonard before you respond to anything.
Hear it directly from him.
(610) 466-5644 (voice/text) · ljfrench@torrentdefense.com
Don't respond to anything before speaking with Leonard.
If you've received a subpoena from your ISP, a letter from Strike 3 Holdings, or a federal court complaint, time matters. The initial consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.
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Client Reviews
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“Excellent Lawyer you can trust”
Working with Leonard was the best decision I could have made for my case. I had contacted multiple other attorneys who immediately resorted to fear-mongering and demanded massive $2k retainers upfront and recommended to settle out of court for $10k for something I had nothing to do with. Leonard was the exact opposite. He is an honest, trustworthy attorney who genuinely cares about his clients. He took the time to walk me through the legal process step-by-step, eased my nerves, and laid out all possible options so I could make an informed decision. No scare tactics, just excellent legal counsel. 10/10 experience. I will definitely use him again if the need ever arises.
Please don't hesitate to call to see how we can help you.
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