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Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Health
- Daily Mail
James Argent 'hires new legal team' after he was handed suspended jail sentence for pushing his ex Nicoline Arthursson down steps in Spain
James Argent has reportedly hired a new team of lawyers after his court verdict for pushing his ex Nicoline Arthursson down steps in Spain was revealed. The ex- TOWIE star, 37, received a suspended jail sentence earlier this month after he was arrested for pushing Nicoline down some steps at their Spanish home. The former Miss Sweden, 32, suffered several injuries to her neck, arms, hand and leg in the assault, and a two-year restraining order is in place now meaning he's banned from contacting her. After accepting the suspended sentence, it has been claimed that James has moved on from the lawyers who represented him and hired a new legal team. According to The Sun, the lawyers have not been named and it marks his third legal team since the May 5 assault in Spain. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. A legal source told the publication: 'The individual who was convicted has appointed a new barrister and solicitor.' James has been ordered to attend a rehabilitation course aimed at addressing gender violence, and his new lawyers may work with him on the terms of this course. MailOnline has contacted James' representatives for comment. Court papers obtained by The Sun showed James - who raked in £5,000-a-week last year - was only required to pay Nicoline a shockingly low £250 in damages. James has reportedly insisted he's 'feeling good' as he took to the stage at Olivia's La Cala restaurant in Costa del Sol, Spain - close to where he attacked his ex Nicoline. According to The Mirror, James arrived looking glum-faced but was soon working the room with punters prior to his set where he was overheard telling them he was 'feeling good and looking forward to getting on stage'. The TV personality also shared a video on his social media, looking in very high spirits while dancing and singing with the crowd. He was welcomed on stage by the owner of the venue, former TOWIE star Elliot Wright, who spoke of their 'many trials and tribulations', the publication claimed. James' ex-girlfriend Nicoline was left with cuts and bruises to her neck, arms, hand and leg after the fall, according to a court filing. Prosecutors were reportedly pushing to charge James with wounding, which carries a jail sentence of up to nine months. However, the ex-reality star eventually agreed to the lesser offence of mistreatment as part of a plea deal. James was handed a six-month suspended sentence and a restraining order that prevents him from contacting Nicoline for a two-year period. The attack took place at the couple's beachfront home in the early hours of May 5, reportedly after a dispute about James' friendship with ex-girlfriend Lydia Bright. James was reportedly seen flinging clothes belonging to Nicoline from the balcony of their home before aggressively escorting her to the front door. She was then allegedly pushed down some steps in front of the couple's house before falling on the concrete patio. Nicole received treatment from medics at a nearby hospital, while James was arrested shortly after midnight. The suspended sentence means James could still face a jail sentence if he reoffends - and he also has to attend a 10-week-long domestic violence course. The pioneering programme, known as Regener@r, will require him to listen to the testimony of domestic violence survivors and is designed to help men create a new, less toxic form of masculinity. Fans questioned whether James's behaviour was sparked by a return to his wild drug and alcohol abusing days, which saw the reality favourite spend several stints in rehab. James, who over the years has struggled with weight issues and cocaine addiction, has previously suffered two near-fatal drug overdoses as he battled against his demons. The Essex star has been alcohol and drug free since 2022, prioritising rehabilitation, clean living and maintaining a healthy weight after having gastric band surgery. And speaking exclusively to MailOnline, James confirmed he is still sober and the police incident was not triggered by a relapse. James said: 'I haven't relapsed. I am still three years and four months clean and sober. I am devastated by what's happened.'
Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
James Argent ditches lawyers who kept him out of jail after he assaulted his girlfriend in Spain
Find out the tiny amount the ex-Towie star was ordered to pay his ex-girlfriend in compensation ARG TEAM AXE James Argent ditches lawyers who kept him out of jail after he assaulted his girlfriend in Spain Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) EX-TOWIE star James Argent has ditched the lawyers who kept him out of jail after he assaulted his girlfriend. The former reality TV star is now on to his third legal team since the May 5 assault in Spain. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 3 Argent avoided jail with a suspended sentence after assaulting ex-Miss Sweden Nicoline Artursson Credit: Doug Seeburg 3 The rented penthouse in Spain where Argent assaulted Nicoline Credit: Doug Seeburg Argent, 37, struck a deal with public prosecutors and accepted a six-month suspended prison sentence for the attack on former Miss Sweden Nicoline Artursson, 32, at a rented home. She suffered injuries to her neck, arms, hand and leg. He was hauled to Fuengirola's Court of Violence Against Women and admitted the crime of mistreatment. A well-placed legal source said: 'The individual who was convicted has appointed a new barrister and solicitor.' The new lawyers have not been named but may be involved in negotiating terms of a rehabilitation course he has to attend. The ex-Towie star James Argent was ordered to pay his ex-girlfriend just £250 in compensation for attacking her. Argent, 37, was handed a six month suspended prison sentence after hurting Nicoline Artursson at their Spanish home. He frogmarched her to the door of their picturesque beachfront property and pushed her down a set of steps. Cops wanted to charge Argent with wounding but settled for the lesser offence of 'mistreatment' after he agreed to a plea deal. But court papers obtained by The Sun show Argent - who raked in £5,000-a-week last year - was only required to pay Nicoline a paltry £250 in damages. EXCL James Argent arrested for attacking beauty queen who then fell down stairs in Spain & given 6 month suspended sentence
The Sun
2 days ago
- General
- The Sun
James Argent ditches lawyers who kept him out of jail after he assaulted his girlfriend in Spain
EX-TOWIE star James Argent has ditched the lawyers who kept him out of jail after he assaulted his girlfriend. The former reality TV star is now on to his third legal team since the May 5 assault in Spain. 3 3 Argent, 37, struck a deal with public prosecutors and accepted a six-month suspended prison sentence for the attack on former Miss Sweden Nicoline Artursson, 32, at a rented home. She suffered injuries to her neck, arms, hand and leg. He was hauled to Fuengirola's Court of Violence Against Women and admitted the crime of mistreatment. A well-placed legal source said: 'The individual who was convicted has appointed a new barrister and solicitor.' The new lawyers have not been named but may be involved in negotiating terms of a rehabilitation course he has to attend. The ex-Towie star James Argent was ordered to pay his ex-girlfriend just £250 in compensation for attacking her. Argent, 37, was handed a six month suspended prison sentence after hurting Nicoline Artursson at their Spanish home. He frogmarched her to the door of their picturesque beachfront property and pushed her down a set of steps. Cops wanted to charge Argent with wounding but settled for the lesser offence of 'mistreatment' after he agreed to a plea deal. But court papers obtained by The Sun show Argent - who raked in £5,000-a-week last year - was only required to pay Nicoline a paltry £250 in damages. EXCL James Argent arrested for attacking beauty queen who then fell down stairs in Spain & given 6 month suspended sentence 3
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
James Argent ditches lawyers who kept him out of jail after he assaulted his girlfriend in Spain
EX-TOWIE star James Argent has ditched the lawyers who kept him out of jail after he assaulted his girlfriend. The former reality TV star is now on to his third legal team since the May 5 assault in Spain . 3 Argent avoided jail with a suspended sentence after assaulting ex-Miss Sweden Nicoline Artursson Credit: Doug Seeburg 3 The rented penthouse in Spain where Argent assaulted Nicoline Credit: Doug Seeburg Argent, 37, struck a deal with public prosecutors and accepted a Sweden She suffered He was hauled to Fuengirola's Court of Violence Against Women and admitted the crime of mistreatment. A well-placed legal source said: 'The individual who was convicted has appointed a new barrister and solicitor.' READ MORE ON JAMES ARGENT The new lawyers have not been named but may be involved in negotiating terms of a rehabilitation course he has to attend. The ex-Towie star James Argent was ordered to pay his ex-girlfriend Argent, 37, was handed a six month suspended prison sentence after He frogmarched her to the door of their picturesque beachfront property and pushed her down a set of steps . Most read in Celebrity Cops wanted to charge Argent with wounding but settled for the lesser offence of 'mistreatment' after he agreed to a plea deal. But court papers obtained by The Sun show Argent - who raked in £5,000-a-week last year - was only required to pay Nicoline a paltry £250 in damages. EXCL James Argent arrested for attacking beauty queen who then fell down stairs in Spain & given 6 month suspended sentence 3 James Argent has ditched the lawyers who kept him out of jail after he assaulted his girlfriend Credit: Getty
Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
James Argent ditches lawyers who kept him out of jail after attack on ex
James Argent has ditched the lawyer who kept him out of jail after he attacked his ex Nicoline Artursson at a rented Costa del Sol home James Argent has ditched the lawyer who kept him out of jail after he assaulted his former Miss Sweden girlfriend as he prepares for the start of the rehabilitation course he must do as part of his conviction. Court officials confirmed yesterday the process of ensuring the sentence imposed on the former TOWIE star is carried out began on Monday. Well-placed sources also said he had appointed a new legal team as the details of the resocialization programme are ironed out. Civil servants employed by Spain's Interior Ministry are expected to contact Argent's lawyer in the next few days to start discussions on where and when the 37-year-old will undertake his rehabilitation. Argent agreed to do the course on May 5 when he struck a plea bargain deal with public prosecutors and accepted a six-month suspended prison sentence for the assault earlier the same day on ex Nicoline Artursson at a rented Costa del Sol home. He was also given a restraining order preventing him from approaching the 32-year-old model or contacting her for the next two years. Argent's new lawyer is known to be based in Malaga but he has not yet been named. A Spanish court official said yesterday: 'The executory phase of the sentence has now been initiated. It was initiated on May 26.' A well-placed legal source added: 'The individual who was convicted has appointed a new barrister and solicitor. 'They haven't presented any special requests relating to the course their client has to do but that doesn't mean they can't or won't end up doing so. Normally it's a local social insertion centre, which is part of the Spanish penitentiary system and aims to help individuals transition back into society after a period of incarceration, which contacts the convicted person to establish the way they're going to do the course and address issues like the timetable." A source close to the former reality TV star-turned singer, who was told to pay just £250 compensation to Nicoline after pushing her down stairs during a row, claimed today he was now on his third Spanish lawyer following the insider said: 'Since the court case he's changed briefs twice.' Shamed Argent was filmed dancing with fans last week during his first gigs in Spain since the May 5 assault including one at pal Elliott Wright's trendy eatery Olivia's La Cala near the house in La Cala de Mijas between Fuengirola and Marbella where he attacked Nicoline. She suffered several injuries to her neck, arms, hand and leg which took seven days to heal. James was hauled to Fuengirola's Court of Violence Against Women later the same day and admitted a crime of 'mistreatment' as part of his plea bargain deal. Public prosecutors were intending to push for a nine-month prison sentence for the ex-TOWIE star before he agreed to admit to his crime. Experts have said they expect Argent to be obliged to attend ten once-a-week workshops where educators will try to make him see what he did was wrong and help him ensure he doesn't reoffend in the future as part of the resocialization course requirement linked to the sentence. The possibility he can do it in the UK has been downplayed in Spain because of Brexit. James confirmed his relationship with Nicoline last September. The pair told OK! magazine in their first interview together last November they were living together after Nicoline moved into her then-boyfriend's home in Essex and were already looking ahead to starting a family together.
