Justin Baldoni faced a setback when a judge dismissed his $400 million defamation case against Blake Lively. Nonetheless, legal experts reveal that Baldoni still has opportunities to proceed with his claims.

Nicole Page, a partner at Reavis Page Jump LLP, notes that if Lively, 37, issues a new statement that Baldoni perceives as defamatory, he could refile his defamation suit within the one-year statute of limitations.

Furthermore, entertainment attorney Tre Lovell states that Baldoni, 41, may not even need a new defamatory comment from Lively to pursue legal action, as the court allows him to amend four of the seven claims in his original countersuit, which includes allegations of false light invasion of privacy and promissory fraud.

Legal analyst Alphonse Provinziano emphasizes that the ongoing ability to amend pleadings keeps Baldoni’s case alive.

In a statement, Baldoni’s attorney Bryan Freedman confirmed that while some claims were dismissed, they are permitted to amend and refine their case, primarily centered on allegations of sexual harassment and retaliation.

However, Camron Dowlatshahi warns that even with an amended complaint, Baldoni may face a motion to dismiss, and the path to discovery remains uncertain.

Legal experts agree that Lively’s victory in court does not guarantee her ultimate success, as she must substantiate her claims of sexual harassment with evidence. Michael Elkins, Esq. from MLE Law comments that her case faces a significant uphill battle.

Attorney Lovell foresees further courtroom challenges for Lively, especially when she testifies in March 2026.