The wife of Nathan Wade, Joycelyn Wade, has filed court documents accusing him of failing to pay court-ordered expenses, including medical bills. She claims that Nathan’s neglect has led to a worsening health condition that may require emergency intervention. The filing states that Joycelyn has been enduring severe physical symptoms that impact her ability to consume food, leading to significant weight loss. Despite Nathan instructing her to make payments to healthcare providers for reimbursement, she says she cannot do so because he recently reneged on payments for their children’s education expenses.
Joycelyn alleges that Nathan stopped paying for their daughter’s rent and living expenses after the divorce proceedings, instructing her to get the money from Joycelyn instead. He also reportedly failed to cover their son’s expenses for pursuing a career as a professional soccer player. These unexpected financial responsibilities left Joycelyn unable to pay for her medical needs. Nathan Wade, who was hired by Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis to prosecute a case against former president Donald Trump, earned around $650,000 for his work. Trump and co-defendants accused Willis of having an affair with Wade and benefitting financially from his hiring, which both denied.
Following allegations of an improper relationship, Nathan Wade resigned from his role as a special prosecutor after a judge issued an ultimatum to Willis to remove him from the case. Additionally, Joycelyn filed an ethics complaint with the Georgia state bar against Wade, accusing him of lying under oath multiple times. In response to a question about extramarital relations, Wade had claimed there were none, despite evidence to the contrary. The complaint argues that Wade knowingly misled the court about his relationship with Willis during his divorce proceedings.
Amidst ongoing controversy, attorney Ashleigh Merchant testified during a Georgia Senate hearing that cellphone data showed Nathan Wade making late-night visits to Fani Willis’ private home prior to his hiring. The allegations of misconduct and dishonesty have raised questions about the integrity of the legal proceedings involving Wade and Willis. Despite their denials of a romantic relationship prior to Wade’s hiring, mounting evidence and accusations suggest otherwise. The situation has also raised concerns about the impact of personal relationships and conflicts of interest in legal proceedings and prosecutorial decisions.
As the legal drama unfolds, it remains to be seen how the allegations against Nathan Wade will be addressed, and whether the Georgia state bar will take action in response to the ethics complaint filed against him. The contentious nature of the case, involving prominent figures in the legal and political spheres, highlights the importance of integrity, transparency, and ethical conduct in legal proceedings. The implications of personal relationships and conflicts of interest in legal matters underscore the need for accountability and adherence to ethical standards within the legal profession. The fallout from this complex and contentious situation may have far-reaching consequences for those involved and the broader legal system.
