You won’t believe the shocking truth behind the Chrisleys’ new $25 million lawsuit!
June 2026 — Just when fans thought the Chrisley family was finally moving beyond years of legal turmoil, Todd and Julie Chrisley have launched a stunning new legal battle that is dominating entertainment headlines. The couple has filed a lawsuit against their former defense attorney and law firm, claiming legal malpractice contributed to the convictions that sent them to prison. They are seeking more than $25 million in damages. (AP News)
According to court filings, Todd and Julie allege that their former legal team failed to properly challenge key evidence and did not provide the level of defense expected in such a high-profile federal case. The lawsuit argues that critical mistakes ultimately contributed to the outcome of their prosecution. (AP News)
The former attorney’s side has indicated that the claims will be vigorously contested. (AP News)
For fans, this marks the most dramatic Chrisley development of 2026 so far.
The lawsuit comes almost exactly one year after Todd and Julie returned home following their 2025 presidential pardon.
Since their release, the couple has:
But the latest lawsuit proves the legal chapter is far from closed.
Amid the legal drama, Julie is also preparing a major professional comeback.
Recent reports indicate she is moving forward with plans for a cooking-focused television project, something fans have wanted for years after watching her family meals on Chrisley Knows Best. (People.com)
Many supporters believe Julie’s cooking show could become one of the family’s biggest post-prison successes.
Meanwhile, Savannah Chrisley continues to be one of the family’s most visible members.
Earlier this year she made national headlines after serving as a guest host on The View. The appearance generated controversy after Savannah publicly stated she had not forgotten criticism directed at her family and later discussed disagreements with some of the show’s hosts. (National Today)
Her media profile continues to grow well beyond the original Chrisley audience.
Todd has also revealed that multiple television projects are in development.
Reports indicate:
The family appears determined to rebuild its entertainment empire.
For now, the lawsuit is the story everyone is talking about.
If successful, it could become one of the most significant legal developments in Chrisley family history.
If unsuccessful, it may simply reopen old wounds from a chapter the family has spent years trying to leave behind.
Either way, one thing is clear:
More than a decade after Chrisley Knows Best premiered, the Chrisleys remain one of reality television’s most headline-generating families—and 2026 may end up being one of their most dramatic years yet. (AP News)