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Received a letter from your internet provider about a Strike 3 Holdings lawsuit? You’re not alone, and we can help.
Since 2010, Antonelli Law has represented over 2,000 defendants in Strike 3 Holdings cases nationwide. We understand the panic you’re feeling right now. Most of our clients are sleep-deprived and worried when they first contact us. Our focus is simple: resolve this quickly, discreetly, and protect your anonymity.
If you received a subpoena notice from your ISP, you are still anonymous. Strike 3 Holdings doesn’t yet know your name. Let’s keep it that way.
Call us at (312) 201-8310 for a free, confidential consultation, or contact us here to schedule promptly.
Completely confidential, even if you don’t hire us
Strike 3 Holdings LLC produces adult films under subscription brands including Blacked, Blacked Raw, Tushy, Tushy Raw, Vixen, MILFY, and Slayed. They are currently the most active filers of BitTorrent copyright infringement lawsuits in federal court across the United States.
Strike 3 allegedly tracked downloads of their content to your specific IP address using monitoring technology. Once they identified your IP address, they filed a federal copyright infringement lawsuit naming you as “John Doe”. They obtained a court order (subpoena) requiring your internet service provider to release your name and address.
The notice you received is your ISP informing you that your personal information has been requested. Before your ISP releases this information, it must notify you, giving you a limited window to respond. Typically, you have 30 days or less from receiving this notification.
⚠️ Right now, you are anonymous to Strike 3 Holdings and the court.
The longer you wait, the fewer options remain available.
With over 2,000 Strike 3 Holdings cases handled since 2017 and 5,000+ total clients across 50+ different copyright plaintiffs since 2010, we’ve developed deep pattern recognition about which strategies work best based on your specific circumstances.
| Option | Timeline | Anonymity | Cost Range | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anonymous Settlement | 2-3 weeks | Protected | $250 – $5,000+ (varies significantly) | Those wanting certainty, discretion, and quick resolution |
| Fight in Federal Court | 12-18 months | Public record | $15,000- $50,000+ in legal fees | Strong evidence of non-infringement; prepared for lengthy litigation |
| Motion to Quash | 14 days to rarely 2 months | Protected initially | $3,000 – $8,000 | Limited circumstances; rarely successful in Strike 3 cases |
| Do Nothing | 30-60 days | Lost after ISP releases info | Unpredictable; often increases settlement costs | Not recommended |
For many defendants, particularly those with professional licenses, public-facing careers, or who simply want certainty and peace of mind, anonymous settlement provides the fastest, most discreet resolution.
How It Works: We negotiate a settlement amount and structure the agreement using your IP address as the identifier, exactly as the court does in the original lawsuit. Only one person in the world was assigned your specific IP address at the exact date and time listed in the subpoena. This works like a land trust for property: the property is clearly identified without revealing the owner’s name publicly.
| Factor | Impact on Settlement Amount |
|---|---|
| Number of movies alleged | More movies = higher settlement |
| Financial circumstances | Documented hardship can reduce amounts significantly |
| Timing of settlement | Earlier engagement often means better terms |
| Strength of evidence | Weak cases create negotiating leverage |
| Your location | Some jurisdictions have more favorable precedents |
Typical settlement ranges: We’ve negotiated settlements ranging from as low as $250 total (financial hardship cases) to several thousand dollars. Average settlements typically range from under $100 per movie to approximately $500 per movie. Strike 3 Holdings typically requests roughly $750 per movie, but we aggressively negotiate on your behalf.
Critical advantage: Our settlement agreements release you as a person, not just your IP address, so you cannot be sued again for any alleged download activity that occurred before your settlement date.
Didn’t download the content? Want to challenge Strike 3’s evidence? We are experienced federal litigators and can defend you vigorously in court.
With federal litigation experience since 2005, we understand post-judgment collection limitations (which vary state-by-state), evidence standards, and how to challenge the technology Strike 3 uses to identify alleged infringers.
| Aspect | What You Need to Know |
|---|---|
| Legal costs | Substantial investment required ($15,000-$50,000+) |
| If you win | May recover attorney fees and costs |
| If you lose | Statutory damages can reach $150,000 per work |
| Anonymity | Identity becomes public through court filings |
| Duration | Cases typically take 12-18 months |
| Trial likelihood | Rare; most cases settle before trial |
We’ll evaluate the strength of Strike 3’s evidence during your free consultation and provide an honest assessment about the risks and potential outcomes specific to your situation.
A motion to quash challenges the legal sufficiency of the subpoena and asks the court to prevent your ISP from releasing your identifying information.
Reality check: Motions to quash rarely succeed in Strike 3 cases because federal courts typically find their subpoenas procedurally adequate. Even if successful, Strike 3 Holdings often retains the right to file an amended complaint, potentially requiring a second motion.
If you take no action, your ISP will release your information to Strike 3’s attorneys. At that point, Strike 3 Holdings decides whether to dismiss your case without prejudice or amend the complaint to include your actual name and serve you with a court summons.
If served with a summons: Your options become more limited, your timeline shrinks, and settlement amounts typically increase drastically. Under no circumstances should you ignore a court summons; doing so could result in a default judgment against you.
Most Strike 3 defendants share common concerns about how this case could impact their lives. Here’s what our clients typically worry about—and how we protect them.
Job loss, security clearance issues, professional licensing problems, and career damage.
Spouse, family members, or friends learning about the alleged content downloads.
Your name appearing in public court records associated with adult content lawsuits.
Our practice has protected over 2,000 Strike 3 defendants’ anonymity through proper settlement structuring.
Even in cases where Strike 3 amends the complaint after serving a summons, many courts now allow Strike 3 to file these amended complaints under seal, with only a redacted version available publicly. We know how to navigate these procedures to maximize your privacy protection.
Having handled over 2,000 Strike 3 Holdings cases since 2017, we’ve seen virtually every scenario and variation. We know which judges tend to grant motions to quash, which settlement timing creates leverage, how many movies typically appear in complaints, and what financial hardship documentation Strike 3 accepts.
Copyright cases are exclusively federal matters. Federal court practice is inherently nationwide—it’s routine and standard for attorneys to appear in federal courts across the country. We can represent you regardless of where you live.
Our volume creates negotiating leverage and pattern recognition that benefits each individual client. Our approach is informed by extensive federal litigation experience since 2000. We’re not afraid to go to court when necessary; this confidence translates to better settlement terms for clients who choose to settle.
We typically charge a flat fee of around $3,000 for Strike 3 Holdings representation, providing cost certainty versus hourly billing and surprise legal bills.
| Phase | What Happens | Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| Free Consultation | Review case specifics, discuss options, explain settlement ranges | 30+ minutes |
| Engagement | Sign representation agreement, provide case details | Day 1 |
| Investigation | We analyze evidence and develop strategy | Days 2-5 |
| Negotiation | We negotiate with Strike 3’s attorneys on your behalf | Days 5-14 |
| Resolution | Settlement finalized; case dismissed | Days 14-21 |
Communication: You’ll have direct access to your attorney via phone and email. We’re responsive and keep you informed throughout the process.
Resolution: Nearly 100% of our clients resolve their cases without going to court. You won’t have to deal with Strike 3 Holdings directly; we’re your buffer.
Don’t sign anything from Strike 3 Holdings without consulting an attorney. Don’t agree to any settlement terms directly with their attorneys.
Don’t delete anything from your devices. Deleting content can make penalties worse and appear as an admission of guilt.
You typically have 30 days or less from receiving the ISP notification. The longer you wait, the fewer options remain available, and you lose negotiating power.
If you suspect your minor child downloaded the content, contact us immediately. We’ve handled this situation many times and can typically get these cases dismissed quickly and discreetly.
If you believe a roommate, guest, or family member downloaded the content using your WiFi, we can help structure your defense accordingly.
If you ignored the ISP notice and received a court summons, contact us now. Never ignore a summons. We still have options available, though your timeline is compressed.
Book your free, confidential consultation directly using our scheduling system below. Choose a time that works best for you.
An attorney will answer when available, or we’ll schedule you promptly. Same-day and next-day appointments are typically available.
This is completely confidential. You’ll speak directly with an experienced federal copyright defense attorney who has handled thousands of these cases. We’ll help you understand exactly where you stand and what makes sense for your specific situation.
Or contact us here to schedule promptly.
Antonelli Law has been defending those targeted in the type of lawsuit like the one filed by Strike 3 Holdings Lawsuit Defense for years.
Most local attorneys have no background in dealing with this kind of federal lawsuit: we are extremely experienced in getting cases just like yours resolved quickly and cost-effectively.
Our local counsel from the west coast to the east coast help us efficiently and effectively settle and fight lawsuits in your state.
During the free consultation on the phone, Jeffrey clearly explained the possible outcome of the settlement helping to significantly reduce my time and energy needed to resolve this case. The consultation also helped me to trust him in his dealing with my case although we are apart by thousands of miles! Thank you so much Jeffrey for getting my case clean resolved quickly and reasonably.
When I was in trouble and needed legal assistance, Melissa from Antonelli Law came through for me. She was patient with me and made a tough confusing situation a lot less confusing and she helped me get the best resolution possible.
From the very beginning the law firm has been nothing but kind! Words cannot describe how kind, compassionate, and patient they were with me. Not knowing anything about how the law works, Miss Brabender made sure that I was always up to date on what was going on with my case and explained every action that was made on my behalf in detail. She was very patient with me and never rushed me into any decisions concerning my case. She answered any questions and concerns without any hesitation. I would highly recommend this law firm to anybody who needs any legal services.
Jeffrey Antonelli and his team have been a great help to me when I needed some legal assistance. They were very prompt with returning my emails and calls, and they also were very helpful with explaining everything in a way anyone could understand.
Not only did I feel pretty confident with Jeffrey and his team working my case, they did an outstanding job representing me and I couldn’t be happier of the outcome. I would highly recommend anyone with legal issues to contact Jeffrey Antonelli and his team.