Ryan Reynolds skips settlement conference as Blake Lively appeared alone at the recent court session linked to her legal dispute with Justin Baldoni. On Wednesday, February 11, Lively arrived by herself at the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York, marking a significant moment in the ongoing case.
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, co-stars of It Ends With Us, attended a court-ordered settlement conference to try to resolve their dispute. Baldoni came accompanied by his wife, while Lively was observed entering the courthouse alone after exiting a black SUV. She wore a pale green suit paired with a pink collared shirt and carried a matching green handbag. Justin Baldoni was dressed in an olive-green overcoat, grey trousers, and a cream-colored scarf.
Details of the Settlement Conference and Its Outcome
The settlement conference, supervised by U.S. Magistrate Judge Sarah L. Cave, is a routine procedural step in federal civil cases designed to explore resolution possibilities outside of trial. Despite the lengthy six-hour session, both parties’ legal teams did not succeed in reaching an agreement.
Following the meeting, Bryan Freedman, attorney for Justin Baldoni, confirmed the lack of a settlement and expressed confidence that the dispute would proceed to court. He stated,
“I do. We’re looking forward to it.”
Bryan Freedman, Attorney for Justin Baldoni
Background and Upcoming Trial Information
The legal conflict originated when Blake Lively filed a lawsuit accusing Justin Baldoni of sexual misconduct during the filming of It Ends With Us. Baldoni denied these allegations and pursued a countersuit, which the court has since dismissed. The case is now slated for trial on May 18, 2026, keeping public attention on the high-profile actors and their courtroom battle.
Ryan Reynolds’ absence at the settlement conference adds another layer of attention, as Lively proceeds with her legal challenge reportedly without her husband’s public support in the formal setting. The unresolved case promises to continue generating significant tension and scrutiny as it moves closer to trial.
