The Untold Story of Kelley Lynch, Leonard Cohen, and the Hidden Battles with the Cohen Estate and Family Trust

In the world of music and poetry, Leonard Cohen's name resonates as one of the greatest. Known for his iconic songs like "Hallelujah" and "So Long Marianne," Cohen was more than a musician—he was a poet, a thinker, and a man deeply in touch with the struggles of love, loss, and life's inevitable falls. Yet, behind the scenes, his career and personal affairs were far more complex, entangled in legal and financial troubles that would eventually lead to a contentious fallout between Cohen and his longtime personal manager, Kelley Lynch.

Lynch, who worked with Cohen for 17 years, found herself embroiled in a web of tax disputes, allegations of fraud, and attempts to defame her character—culminating in one of the music world's most shocking betrayals. The Beginning: A Promising Partnership

Kelley Lynch began working with Cohen in April 1988, shortly after the sudden death of his longtime manager and attorney, Marty Machat. Stepping into this role, Lynch had big shoes to fill but was well-prepared, having worked with Machat on projects for icons like Phil Spector and Cohen himself. In the early years, Lynch handled traditional management duties: overseeing Cohen’s tour for his iconic album I’m Your Man, working with the record company and tour promoters, and helping boost Cohen's catalog value by securing the rights to songs like "Suzanne." She also managed Cohen’s son, Adam Cohen, launching his music career and securing a recording deal.

Marty Machat’s Legacy and the Financial Shift Marty Machat's death marked significant changes in Cohen's financial affairs. Without the guiding hand of his seasoned manager, Cohen turned to Herschel Weinberg, his personal family attorney, to help untangle various offshore accounts that had been established during Machat’s time. Cohen later told Lynch that Rolf Budde, his publisher in Germany, had helped him create these offshore accounts. After Rolf’s death, his son Andre Budde confirmed this information for Lynch. Budde handled the German-speaking (GAS) territories for Cohen, although the exact timeline for establishing the accounts remains unclear. This marked the start of a complex financial saga, involving the establishment of new entities, convoluted deals, and a growing web of offshore companies that Lynch found increasingly suspicious.

IRS Concerns, Multiple Social Security Numbers, and the Earlier Audit Shortly after Machat’s death, Lynch noticed discrepancies involving Cohen's social security numbers. In 1988, the IRS reached out about inconsistencies in Cohen’s records. Despite Cohen's testimony that he never changed his social security number, IRS documentation showed otherwise, raising suspicions about possible fraud. During this period, Cohen and Weinberg worked to unravel offshore accounts such as New Era B.V., which handled Cohen’s music publishing. Lynch was asked to assist Cohen’s transactional attorney, Peter Shukat, with issues that arose during this process. These maneuvers raised alarms, particularly when Lynch discovered substantial sums being transferred through these accounts—such as a $100,000 gift to Cohen's then-girlfriend Dominique Issermann—raising concerns about tax evasion and income allocation.

In 1996, the IRS conducted an audit of Cohen's first intellectual property transaction: the sale of Leonard Cohen Stranger Music, Inc. to Sony. The audit scrutinized Cohen’s decision to gift stock from Stranger Music to the Mt. Baldy Zen Center, which added complexity to the tax implications of the deal. Lynch worked with Cohen’s accountant, Ken Cleveland, throughout the audit, which ultimately concluded favorably for Cohen. However, these events highlighted Cohen's pattern of using convoluted transactions to achieve financial and tax advantages. It was during this transaction that Machat & Machat's ownership interest in Leonard Cohen Stranger Music, Inc. was effectively disregarded. Cohen sold the entity's share without compensating Machat & Machat and withheld commissions due to them following Marty Machat's death—actions that further raised suspicions about Cohen's handling of financial matters.

The Tipping Point in 2002 The breaking point for Lynch came in 2002. By then, she was deeply aware of Cohen's financial and tax dealings. Cohen instructed her to assist his accountants and lawyers with documentation concerning two tax-related 1099s—one for $1 million and another for $7 million—which should have been issued to Traditional Holdings, LLC but were instead issued directly to Cohen. This caused panic among his advisors. Lynch became increasingly alarmed by what she was witnessing, feeling that Cohen or his representatives were attempting to obscure the truth and deceive the people involved, although she was not entirely sure of their exact intentions. Cohen had instructed Richard Westin to invoke attorney-client privilege on behalf of Neal Greenberg, which effectively left Lynch locked out of crucial information regarding what was going on.

Around this time, Lynch spoke with Steve Blanq at Hochman Rettig, the firm Cohen had brought in to handle the IRS investigation into the 1099s and ultimately assist with a tax petition in Tax Court and resolve the issue with the IRS Chief Trial Counsel. Lynch explained her concerns and tried to provide relevant documents related to Traditional Holdings, LLC, but Blanq informed her that Westin had invoked attorney-client privilege, effectively excluding her from the conversation. Lynch also heard lies being transmitted to Hochman Rettig by Westin on behalf of Cohen. Despite attempting to address these issues with Hochman Rettig, Cohen and Westin obstructed her efforts, leading to Lynch's growing concern. Given that the IRS had issued a request for business records to Sony, Lynch reviewed the request and ensured she took home all the documents they needed, including those that related to her ownership interest in the entities at issue, contracts, and more. Traditional Holdings, LLC: A Complicated Entity Traditional Holdings, LLC was intended to serve as the vehicle for Cohen's intellectual property and provide tax advantages.

In 1999, Cohen began negotiations with Sony for an $8 million intellectual property deal, leveraging this entity. Lynch’s role in both of these intellectual property transactions was to aid in negotiations, working directly with both Sony and Cohen's transactional lawyers to facilitate any requests for documents or information from all involved parties—including Neal Greenberg, Richard Westin, Ken Cleveland, and others. Cohen was deeply involved in the day-to-day details of these transactions as they unfolded, with Lynch primarily assisting with coordination, logistical support, and negotiations—including issues related to the delivery of Cohen's album Dear Heather, which arose later but were tied to the Traditional Holdings structure.

Dear Heather was a studio album requirement, and Cohen had promised Sony that he would tour to support it. Sony even wrote to Cohen, thanking him for letting Lynch cut through the over-lawyering by dealing directly with Stuart Bondell from Sony Business Affairs and resolving or tabling items related to the deal so it could close, the album could be delivered, and the advance paid.

Cohen insisted on structuring the deal as a stock sale rather than a straightforward asset sale, a decision that would later prove problematic. Lynch noticed glaring issues, such as Westin's concerns about “collapsible corporation” rules and the likely IRS scrutiny that would follow attempts to convert ordinary income into capital gains—a red flag for potential tax evasion. Richard Westin: A Lawyer Who Inspired Distrust Richard Westin was introduced to Cohen by Neal Greenberg and was brought on to help restructure Cohen’s business dealings and manage tax implications. However, Lynch found Westin evasive and incoherent, and his explanations often left her with more questions than answers. Even other professionals, such as those at the Grubman firm, found his suggestions unsatisfactory.

Later, she learned that the Grubman firm had consulted their outside counsel about Traditional Holdings, LLC, and were informed that it "wouldn't fly with the IRS." This confirmed what Lynch had suspected all along. Due to the way these matters were handled—particularly the formation of Traditional Holdings by Cohen and his lawyers—Lynch had asked for an indemnity agreement regarding her role in the entity. She did not fully understand her position or how she had invested in it via a promissory note. After discussing these concerns with Cohen, he instructed Westin to prepare the agreement for her, ensuring that she wouldn't be left with debt related to the promissory note if Cohen were to die. Initially, Lynch thought this was a considerate gesture, but she later saw it as part of an ongoing scheme.

The Role of Neal Greenberg Neal Greenberg played a prominent role in Cohen’s financial dealings. He was, in Lynch’s view, a manipulative figure who defrauded many people, including elderly individuals and the Buddhist community he was a part of, until he was investigated and effectively shut down by the SEC. Despite his unethical behavior, Cohen had a close professional relationship with Greenberg and seemed to hold him in high regard. The Growing Web of Financial Complexities As the years went by, Cohen’s financial affairs grew even more convoluted.

Lynch was a key figure supporting Cohen as he pursued multiple intellectual property transactions, including a deal involving his catalog with Sony. She was responsible for facilitating these deals and assisting with negotiations that Cohen believed would ultimately benefit him. However, the deeper Lynch delved, the more she saw that these complexities were both legal and ethical. In retrospect, Lynch realized that her role had evolved far beyond that of a typical manager. She had become embedded in a network of legal structures, tax arrangements, and business deals—many of which carried significant risks. The evasive answers from Cohen’s advisors further fueled her suspicions. When these financial dealings began to unravel, Lynch found herself at the center, particularly as Cohen’s insistence on retaining control over his intellectual property while attempting to circumvent tax liabilities came into focus.

A Story Still Unfolding What began as a promising partnership based on trust and creative collaboration spiraled into a legal and financial quagmire, leading to lawsuits, accusations, and a very public fallout. Kelley Lynch’s story is one of loyalty that turned into disillusionment—a journey from the height of fame into the shadows of complex financial dealings and their consequences. As the lawsuits continue to unfold, Lynch’s revelations about Leonard Cohen, his estate, and the Family Trust are shining a light on the dark side of fame, exposing the lengths some will go to in order to protect their wealth.

Copyright Information: © 2024 Kelley Lynch. All Rights Reserved. Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or use is strictly prohibited. All artwork on this site is the exclusive intellectual property of the creator and is protected under international copyright laws. Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, modification, or use of artwork on this site in any form is strictly prohibited without prior written consent. All rights reserved.

The Dark Side of Fame: How Kelley Lynch Uncovered Leonard Cohen's Complex Financial Web

It’s a story of glamour, music, money, and betrayal. For over 17 years, Kelley Lynch stood by the legendary singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen, not only as his personal manager but also as a trusted confidante. Yet beneath the glitz of album launches and sold-out European tours lay a complex financial labyrinth that would eventually turn their professional partnership into a nightmare.

The Beginning: A Promising Partnership Kelley Lynch began working with Cohen in April 1988, shortly after the sudden death of his longtime manager and attorney, Marty Machat. Stepping into this role, Lynch had big shoes to fill but was well-prepared, having worked with Machat on projects for icons like Phil Spector and Cohen himself. In the early years, Lynch handled traditional management duties: overseeing Cohen’s tour for his iconic album I’m Your Man, working with the record company and tour promoters, and helping boost Cohen's catalog value by securing the rights to songs like Suzanne. She also managed Cohen’s son, Adam Cohen, launching his music career and securing a recording deal.

Marty Machat’s Legacy and the Financial Shift Marty Machat's death marked significant changes in Cohen's financial affairs. Without the guiding hand of his seasoned manager, Cohen turned to Herschel Weinberg, his personal family attorney, to help untangle various offshore accounts that had been established during Machat’s time. Cohen later told Lynch that Rolf Budde, his publisher in Germany, had helped him create these offshore accounts. After Rolf’s death, his son Andre Budde confirmed this information for Lynch. Budde handled the German-speaking (GAS) territories for Cohen, although the exact timeline for establishing the accounts remains unclear. This marked the start of a complex financial saga, involving the establishment of new entities, convoluted deals, and a growing web of offshore companies that Lynch found increasingly suspicious.

IRS Concerns, Multiple Social Security Numbers, and the Earlier Audit Shortly after Machat’s death, Lynch noticed discrepancies involving Cohen's social security numbers. In 1988, the IRS reached out about inconsistencies in Cohen’s records. Despite Cohen's testimony that he never changed his social security number, IRS documentation showed otherwise, raising suspicions about possible fraud. During this period, Cohen and Weinberg worked to unravel offshore accounts such as New Era B.V., which handled Cohen’s music publishing. Lynch was asked to assist Cohen’s transactional attorney, Peter Shukat, with issues that arose during this process. These maneuvers raised alarms, particularly when Lynch discovered substantial sums being transferred through these accounts—such as a $100,000 gift to Cohen's then-girlfriend Dominique Issermann—raising concerns about tax evasion and income allocation. In 1996, the IRS conducted an audit of Cohen's first intellectual property transaction: the sale of Leonard Cohen Stranger Music, Inc. to Sony. The audit scrutinized Cohen’s decision to gift stock from Stranger Music to the Mt. Baldy Zen Center, which added complexity to the tax implications of the deal. Lynch worked with Cohen’s accountant, Ken Cleveland, throughout the audit, which ultimately concluded favorably for Cohen. However, these events highlighted Cohen's pattern of using convoluted transactions to achieve financial and tax advantages. It was during this transaction that Machat & Machat's ownership interest in Leonard Cohen Stranger Music, Inc. was effectively disregarded. Cohen sold the entity's share without compensating Machat & Machat and withheld commissions due to them following Marty Machat's death—actions that further raised suspicions about Cohen's handling of financial matters.

The Tipping Point in 2002 The breaking point for Lynch came in 2002. By then, she was deeply aware of Cohen's financial and tax dealings. Cohen instructed her to assist his accountants and lawyers with documentation concerning two tax-related 1099s—one for $1 million and another for $7 million—which should have been issued to Traditional Holdings, LLC but were instead issued directly to Cohen. This caused panic among his advisors. When Lynch tried to address these concerns, she encountered evasion and hostility. She became increasingly alarmed by what she was witnessing, feeling that Cohen or his representatives were attempting to obscure the truth and deceive the people involved, although she was not entirely sure of their exact intentions. Cohen had instructed Richard Westin to invoke attorney-client privilege on behalf of Neal Greenberg, which effectively left Lynch locked out of crucial information regarding what was going on. Around this time, Lynch spoke with Steve Blanq at Hochman Rettig, the firm Cohen had brought in to handle the IRS investigation into the 1099s and ultimately assist with a tax petition in Tax Court and resolve the issue with the IRS Chief Trial Counsel. Lynch explained her concerns and tried to provide relevant documents related to Traditional Holdings, LLC, but Blanq informed her that Westin had invoked attorney-client privilege, effectively excluding her from the conversation. Lynch also heard lies being transmitted to Hochman Rettig by Westin on behalf of Cohen. Despite attempting to address these issues with Hochman Rettig, Cohen and Westin obstructed her efforts, leading to Lynch's growing concern. Given that the IRS had issued a request for business records to Sony, Lynch reviewed the request and ensured she took home all the documents they needed, including those that related to her ownership interest in the entities at issue, contracts, and more.

Traditional Holdings, LLC: A Complicated Entity Traditional Holdings, LLC was intended to serve as the vehicle for Cohen's intellectual property and provide tax advantages. In 1999, Cohen began negotiations with Sony for an $8 million intellectual property deal, leveraging this entity. Lynch’s role in both of these intellectual property transactions was to aid in negotiations, working directly with both Sony and Cohen's transactional lawyers to facilitate any requests for documents or information from all involved parties—including Neal Greenberg, Richard Westin, Ken Cleveland, and others. Cohen was deeply involved in the day-to-day details of these transactions as they unfolded, with Lynch primarily assisting with coordination, logistical support, and negotiations—including issues related to the delivery of Cohen's album Dear Heather, which arose later but were tied to the Traditional Holdings structure. Dear Heather was a studio album requirement, and Cohen had promised Sony that he would tour to support it. Sony even wrote to Cohen, thanking him for letting Lynch cut through the over-lawyering by dealing directly with Stuart Bondell from Sony Business Affairs and resolving or tabling items related to the deal so it could close, the album could be delivered, and the advance paid. Cohen insisted on structuring the deal as a stock sale rather than a straightforward asset sale, a decision that would later prove problematic. Lynch noticed glaring issues, such as Westin's concerns about “collapsible corporation” rules and the likely IRS scrutiny that would follow attempts to convert ordinary income into capital gains—a red flag for potential tax evasion.

Richard Westin: A Lawyer Who Inspired Distrust Richard Westin was introduced to Cohen by Neal Greenberg and was brought on to help restructure Cohen’s business dealings and manage tax implications. However, Lynch found Westin evasive and incoherent, and his explanations often left her with more questions than answers. Even other professionals, such as those at the Grubman firm, found his suggestions unsatisfactory. Later, she learned that the Grubman firm had consulted their outside counsel about Traditional Holdings, LLC, and were informed that it "wouldn't fly with the IRS." This confirmed what Lynch had suspected all along. Due to the way these matters were handled—particularly the formation of Traditional Holdings by Cohen and his lawyers—Lynch had asked for an indemnity agreement regarding her role in the entity. She did not fully understand her position or how she had invested in it via a promissory note. After discussing these concerns with Cohen, he instructed Westin to prepare the agreement for her, ensuring that she wouldn't be left with debt related to the promissory note if Cohen were to die. Initially, Lynch thought this was a considerate gesture, but she later saw it as part of an ongoing scheme.

The Role of Neal Greenberg Neal Greenberg played a prominent role in Cohen’s financial dealings. He was, in Lynch’s view, a manipulative figure who defrauded many people, including elderly individuals and the Buddhist community he was a part of, until he was investigated and effectively shut down by the SEC. Despite his unethical behavior, Cohen had a close professional relationship with Greenberg and seemed to hold him in high regard. The Growing Web of Financial Complexities As the years went by, Cohen’s financial affairs grew even more convoluted. Lynch was a key figure supporting Cohen as he pursued multiple intellectual property transactions, including a deal involving his catalog with Sony. She was responsible for facilitating these deals and assisting with negotiations that Cohen believed would ultimately benefit him. However, the deeper Lynch delved, the more she saw that these complexities were both legal and ethical. In retrospect, Lynch realized that her role had evolved far beyond that of a typical manager. She had become embedded in a network of legal structures, tax arrangements, and business deals—many of which carried significant risks. The evasive answers from Cohen’s advisors further fueled her suspicions. When these financial dealings began to unravel, Lynch found herself at the center, particularly as Cohen’s insistence on retaining control over his intellectual property while attempting to circumvent tax liabilities came into focus.

A Story Still Unfolding What began as a promising partnership based on trust and creative collaboration spiraled into a legal and financial quagmire, leading to lawsuits, accusations, and a very public fallout. Kelley Lynch’s story is one of loyalty that turned into disillusionment—a journey from the height of fame into the shadows of complex financial dealings and their consequences. As the lawsuits continue to unfold, Lynch’s revelations about Leonard Cohen’s behind-the-scenes dealings are shining a light on the dark side of fame, exposing the lengths some will go to in order to protect their wealth.

Copyright Information: © 2024 Kelley Lynch. All Rights Reserved. Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or use is strictly prohibited. All artwork on this site is the exclusive intellectual property of the creator and is protected under international copyright laws. Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, modification, or use of artwork on this site in any form is strictly prohibited without prior written consent. All rights reserved.

Kelley Lynch wrote "Dear Abby" about Leonard Cohen's lies about her

On Mon, Jul 27, 2009 at 2:10 PM, Kelley Lynch wrote:

Dear Abby,

I have a problem and would like your advice. I worked for a man for approximately 17 years. We were not personally involved in any way, whatsoever, but he now tells people we were lovers and believes I am attempting to communicate with him.

He has told my young son's father that we had sex and has accused me of having sex with men I have not. My Mother believes he was and remains obsessed with me - which is entirely possible.

Do you have any suggestions on the best way to handle such an unstable individual?

Thank you, Kelley Lynch

Thank You for submitting your comments to Dear Abby. 

http://dearabby.uexpress.com/cgi-bin/askda.cgi 

Dear Abby Responds: Dear Kelley, Thank you for reaching out. It sounds like you are dealing with an incredibly difficult situation involving someone who is spreading falsehoods about you. When dealing with someone who appears to be unstable and obsessed, it's important to take a careful and strategic approach. First, prioritize your safety and the well-being of your loved ones. If you feel unsafe or if his behavior escalates, consider seeking a restraining order or consulting with legal professionals who specialize in such matters. It's also crucial to document everything—every email, message, or conversation related to these lies. These records may be helpful if you need to take legal action. It can be beneficial to communicate through a trusted third party if there are necessary discussions, particularly regarding any professional or financial ties you may still have. Doing this helps avoid direct contact that could escalate tensions. Additionally, try to protect your mental and emotional health. These situations are stressful, but surrounding yourself with supportive friends and family can make a big difference. If it feels overwhelming, a counselor or therapist can provide you with coping tools and emotional support. As for managing his misinformation, calmly and factually correcting any false claims he makes to those who need to know may be enough. Your integrity is most evident in how you conduct yourself, and over time, people will come to understand the truth. I wish you strength and peace as you navigate this challenging chapter. Warm regards, Abby

Robert Kory, Trustee of the (Leonard) Cohen Family Trustee Obtains Yet Another Fraudulent Default Judgment Against Kelley Lynch

 From: Kelley Lynch 

Date: Thu, Sep 24, 2020 
Subject: Robert Kory, Trustee, Cohen Family Trust - Assignment of "Default Judgment" May 2019
To: Robert Kory <rkory@koryrice.com>, Michelle Rice <mrice@koryrice.com>, Ralston Henry <ralston.henry@lacity.org>, Mike Feuer <mike.feuer@lacity.org>, <ethics.commission@lacity.org>, 34131 <34131@lapd.lacity.org>, n5160 <n5160@lapd.lacity.org>, <hkazemi@pubdef.lacounty.gov>, Michael H. Salmaggi <Msalmaggi@pubdef.lacounty.gov>
Cc: *irs. commissioner <*IRS.Commissioner@irs.gov>, Washington Field <washington.field@ic.fbi.gov>, ASKDOJ <ASKDOJ@usdoj.gov>, : Division, Criminal <Criminal.Division@usdoj.gov>, MollyHale <MollyHale@ucia.gov>, Dennis <Dennis@riordan-horgan.com>, rbyucaipa <rbyucaipa@yahoo.com>, khuvane <khuvane@caa.com>, blourd <blourd@caa.com>, Robert MacMillan <robert.macmillan@gmail.com>, a <anderson.cooper@cnn.com>, Mick Brown <mick.brown@telegraph.co.uk>, glenn.greenwald <glenn.greenwald@firstlook.org>, Harriet Ryan <harriet.ryan@latimes.com>, hailey.branson <hailey.branson@latimes.com>, stan.garnett <stan.garnett@gmail.com>, Kelly.Sopko <Kelly.Sopko@tigta.treas.gov>, Whistleblower <whistleblower@judiciary-rep.senate.gov>, Attacheottawa <AttacheOttawa@ci.irs.gov>, TIPS <TIPS@nationalenquirer.com>, alan hootnick <ahootnick@yahoo.com>

Robert Kory and Michelle Rice,

I recently discovered that you obtained yet another fraudulent default judgment in Case No. BC338322.  Although I am in possession of the Court's Order re. email service (as well as the transcript of that hearing), I did not receive one document by email and/or mail.

I stumbled upon the May 2019 fraudulent assignment of the default to the Cohen Family Trust when researching certain legal issues I have approached an attorney about handling.  However, due to my financial circumstances, I am not in a position to purchase [all] of the below documents that were not [served].

I have called the Court, intend to file a Motion to vacate, am asking you to serve all documents upon me by email, and would like to have the dates you are available to attend a hearing from October 15th on.  I am not permitted to attend any hearing at this time due to my doctor's ongoing concerns about covid and my attendant health issues.

I've copied the City Attorney, IRS, FBI, DOJ (as well as others), on this email.  Service of process is a serious ongoing issue with your law firm.  Therefore, I have spoken to the Office of the Supervising Judge of Los Angeles Superior Court and will file a formal complaint about this ongoing misconduct.

Kelley Lynch

 

Case Number:  BC338322
LEONARD NORMAN COHEN ET AL VS KELLEY A LYNCH ET AL

Filing Courthouse:   Stanley Mosk Courthouse

Filing Date:  08/15/2005
Case Type:  Fraud (no contract) (General Jurisdiction)
Status:  Default Judgment By Court - Before Trial 05/09/2006

 

COHEN LEONARD NORMAN - Plaintiff

LEONARD COHEN INVESTMENT LLC - Plaintiff

LUCAS NANCY E. ESQ. - Attorney for Defendant

LYNCH KELLEY A. - Defendant

RICE MICHELLE LORRAINE - Attorney for Plaintiff

WESTIN RICHARD A. - Defendant

 

Documents Filed (Filing dates listed in descending order)

05/17/2019 Notice (OF ENTRY OF AMENDED JUDGMENT)
Filed by Leonard Norman Cohen (Plaintiff); Leonard Cohen Investment, LLC (Plaintiff)

05/02/2019 Certificate of Mailing for (Minute Order (Court Order) of 05/02/2019)
Filed by Clerk

05/02/2019 Minute Order ( (Court Order))
Filed by Clerk

05/02/2019 Default Judgment
Filed by Leonard Norman Cohen (Plaintiff); Leonard Cohen Investment, LLC (Plaintiff)

05/02/2019 Judgment (Proposed Amended Judgment Of Default)
Filed by Leonard Norman Cohen (Plaintiff); Leonard Cohen Investment, LLC (Plaintiff)

03/27/2019 Notice (of Entry of Order)
Filed by Leonard Norman Cohen (Plaintiff); Leonard Cohen Investment, LLC (Plaintiff)

03/26/2019 Minute Order ( (Hearing on Ex Parte Application FOR ORDER SUBSTITUTING ROBERT...))
Filed by Clerk

03/26/2019 Order ([PROPOSED] ORDER GRANTING EX PARTE APPLICATION TO SUBSTITUTE ROBERT B. KORY AS TRUSTEE OF THE LEONARD COHEN FAMILY TRUST AS THE PARTY PLAINTIFF)
Filed by Leonard Norman Cohen (Plaintiff)

03/26/2019 Ex Parte Application (FOR ORDER SUBSTITUTING ROBERT B. KORY AS TRUSTEE OF THE LEONARD COHEN ' FAMILY TRUST IN PLACE OF LEONARD NORMAN COHEN AND LEONARD COHEN INVESTMENTS, LLC)
Filed by Leonard Norman Cohen (Plaintiff)

03/18/2019 Appeal - Remittitur - Other (Affirmed in part; reversed in part. B267794)
Filed by Clerk

03/14/2019 Declaration (of Reeve E. Chudd)
Filed by Leonard Norman Cohen (Plaintiff); Leonard Cohen Investment, LLC (Plaintiff)

03/14/2019 Acknowledgment of Assignment of Judgment Pursuant to CCP Declaration of Reeve E. Chudd, Esq. in Support of Acknowledgment of Assignment
Filed by Leonard Norman Cohen (Plaintiff); Leonard Cohen Investment, LLC (Plaintiff)

02/15/2019 RETURNED MAIL

02/06/2019 Certificate of Mailing for (Minute Order (Court Order) of 02/06/2019 and Ruling After Remand)
Filed by Clerk

02/06/2019 Minute Order ( (Court Order))
Filed by Clerk

02/06/2019 Ruling After Remand
Filed by Clerk

02/04/2019 Certificate of Mailing for ([Minute Order (Court Order)])
Filed by Clerk

02/04/2019 Certificate of Mailing for (Minute Order (Court Order) of 02/04/2019)
Filed by Clerk

02/04/2019 Minute Order ( (Court Order))
Filed by Clerk

--

Q: What's brown and looks really good on a lawyer?
A: A Doberman.

Odzer Chenma

 

Odzer Chenma

Kelley Lynch's Complaint to FTC - Unlawful Debt Collection - Re: LA Superior Court, Leonard Cohen Family Trust & Robert Kory, Trustee

FTC ID FOR COMPLAINT SENT TO LOS ANGELES SUPERIOR COURT

Filed 07.31.2020

What product or service is your complaint about?

PRODUCT OR SERVICE

Debt collection

TYPE

I do not know

What type of problem are you having?

ISSUE

Attempts to collect debt not owed

HAVE YOU ALREADY TRIED TO FIX THIS PROBLEM WITH THE COMPANY?

Yes

What happened?

In or around August 2005, Leonard Cohen (now deceased) filed an entirely fraudulent lawsuit against me with Los Angeles Superior Court, Case No. BC338322. I was not served, this resulted in a fraudulent default judgment, and the original judgment amount totaled $5 million in fraudulent damages and over $2 million in fraudulent financial interest. The court never obtained jurisdiction over me or the numerous corporations (most have been suspended for years) inserted into the default judgment. In any event, in or around 2013, after discovering the complaint online, I filed a motion to vacate the fraudulent default. The court, which refused to hear witnesses, wasn't convinced I wasn't served although it was a substituted proof of service, no Jane Doe roommate existed, and six declarations were ultimately submitted to the court supporting that fact. In or around 2015, I filed a motion for terminating sanctions asking the Court to refer Cohen and his lawyers, Robert Kory & Michelle Rice, to the DA for perjury prosecutions and the State Bar for disciplinary action. The court argued, although this is blatantly untrue, that I filed a motion to reconsider. The fraud judgment was renewed a number of years ago. I attempted to file a motion with respect to that which was denied. I have been representing myself for years. In or around May 2, 2019, following the death of Leonard Cohen (three years earlier), Robert Kory, as trustee, filed documents to assign the fraud default to the Cohen family trust, a revocable trust for probate purposes. I was again not served and/or notified of entry of this default and must once again file a motion to vacate. These are unlawful debt collection practices and I have been assigned debt I do not owe based upon an entirely fraudulent narrative. The original complaint was transmitted to IRS, used to file/amend Leonard Cohen's personal tax returns and to obtain fraudulent tax refunds that I have now challenged as such with IRS and FTB. I would like to know what FTC proposes at this time as I have now been illegally assigned $11 million in debt that includes nearly $7 million in fraudulent interest. Los Angeles Superior Court has no remedies whatsoever with respect to these Unlawful Debt Collection practices and sees no issues whatsoever with the failure to value corporate property, assets, federal copyrights that the court allegedly transferred to Leonard Cohen with respect to corporations I have a valid and lawful ownership interest in.

What would be a fair resolution to this issue?

I would like the FTC to advise me how to handle this Unlawful Debt Collection and am asking FTC to contact LA Superior Court re. their practices and application of fraudulent interest as well. This case was filed in Los Angeles, California. It seems a bit outlandish for me to ask an attorney to assist me in filing a RICO suit against this Court for these practices. Los Angeles Superior Court is the entity that has assigned the Unlawful Debt and the fraudulent financial interest. For the record, the corporations at issue herein were not assigned to Leonard Cohen's family trust and clearly my lawful interest in same could not be assigned. The U.S. Supreme Court has repeatedly weighed in on California courts' excessive jurisdiction re. corporations. I was not served and this court has no remedies. Nevertheless, this is the assignment of an Unlawful Debt and LA Superior Court should explain to FTC what its remedy is with respect to same. Los Angeles Superior Court 111 N. Hill Street Los Angeles, CA 90012

 

6 attachments

---

Kory Default Judgment 04.05.2019.pdf (175 KB)

 

---

Kory Notice of Entry of Judgment 05.17.2019.pdf (1.2 MB)

 

---

Kory Judgment - JUDGMENT PROPOSED AMENDED JUDGMENT OF DEFAULT 05.02.10`9.pdf (1.1 MB)

 

---

Kory Notice of Entry of Judgment 05.17.2019.pdf (1.2 MB)

 

---

Kory Notice - ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF ASSIGNMENT OF JUDGMENT PURSUANT TO CCP DECLARATION OF REEVE E. CHUDD 03.14.2019.pdf (62.8 KB)

 

---

Declaration - DECLARATION OF REEVE E. CHUDD 03.14.2019.pdf (531.8 KB)

 

What company is this complaint about?

COMPANY INFORMATION

Los Angeles Superior Court

INVOLVEMENT

Debt Collector

ACCOUNT NUMBER

BC338322

OTHER INFORMATION ABOUT THIS COMPANY

111 N. Hill Street

Los Angeles, California 90012

https://www.lacourt.org/

(213) 830-0803

I look forward to your response.

 

The assignee of the debt is now: Robert Kory, Esquire Kory & Rice, LLP Address: 5455 Wilshire Blvd #1701, Los Angeles, CA 90036 Phone: (310) 285-1630

https://complaint.consumerfinance.gov/

Kelley Lynch Email to IRS, FBI & DOJ Re. Robert Kory's New Default Judgment

From:  Kelley Lynch

Email addresses and cc recipients redacted 

IRS, FBI, and DOJ -

I did a search tonight of LA Superior Court's website for information I need for a litigation matter I am about to file with the U.S. District Court.  I just discovered a new "default judgment" was entered against me on May 2, 2019 in LASC Case No. BC338322.  This Court is aware that it authorized service by email upon me (a pro se litigant since 2005) in hearings on my motion to vacate and motion for terminating sanctions.  In fact, I've forwarded you Kory & Rice, LLP's email service of most of the documents related to those motions and hearings.

I've just spent (and have the receipts) a substantial sum of money to purchase the documents I was not served via LASC's online service.  I find this unacceptable and outrageous.  Service of process is an ongoing issue in all cases involving Leonard Cohen, Kory & Rice, and me.  All filings also are based upon substantial fraud and perjury.  I have attempted to address this with Los Angeles Superior Court to no avail.

I was not served the complaint in Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. BC338322 and BC341120.  I didn't file a motion to vacate the latter and still have not been provided with numerous documents including the proof of service.  It is not my obligation to seek out legal documents and demand service of process.  Judge Freeman's court reporter brought the fraud writ of possession case to my attention  years after it was filed.  LASD unlawfully seized property belonging to me, Stranger Management, corporations, Machat & Machat, Phil Spector, and others.  The Court refused to preserve that unlawfully seized evidence.  The writ authorizing seizure lists property that was never in my possession.  Cohen picked up his property from my management offices and removed all of my personal and business files at that time.  I had stored, as a courtesy to Cohen, old boxes of documents.  Immediately after we parted ways, Cohen was instructed to make arrangements to pick up his property.  After receiving Scott Edelman’s letter, I phoned him, he refused to respond to my calls, LASD showed up, and I phoned Raoul Felder who was confident that the seizure was unlawful.  It is my understanding that Kory is attempting to make a deal with respect to Cohen's body of work.  I have notified the University of Toronto that I intend to litigate issues related to these matters and property owned by me and/or the corporations at issue.  Furthermore, Cohen's attorneys were well aware that I intended to send the corporate evidence to IRS Commissioner's Staff in Washington when they filed the writ.  I have approached an attorney with respect to these and other matters.

The motion for terminating sanctions was the subject of an appeal. I have provided IRS, FBI, and DOJ with copies of everything I have filed to date with this Court.  I would like IRS to review the appellate decisions, the issues related to damages, interest, and the lack of valuations of the corporations, corporate property (including federal copyrights owned by Blue Mist Touring Company, Inc.), and so forth.  Los Angeles Superior Court failed to obtain jurisdiction over me and/or the corporations.  These are unlawful debt collection practices that involve fraudulent expense ledgers (in support of the original default), fraudulent financial interest, fraudulent damages, and so forth.  I have asked IRS, FBI, and DOJ to investigate all of this.  That would include, but is not limited to, all fraudulent protection orders issued to Leonard Cohen.  I was not served and/or notified of the "domestic relations" order in Case No. BQ033717.  Leonard Cohen and I were never in a "dating relationship" and sexual harassment and sexual assault are not "dating" as I explained to Judge Perluss.  City Attorney Mike Feuer's wife sat on the appellate panel related to the Motion for Terminating Sanctions and Motion to Vacate the domestic relations order. This is clearly a conflict of interest.

I am attaching hereto a copy of the 19 documents I was just forced to purchase.  Please review same and do review with great care the Declaration of Reeve Chudd.  At the time Cohen and I parted ways, these entities (apart from LC Investments, LLC which owned no assets) were not assigned to any trust.  The entities I am referring to are Blue Mist Touring Company, Inc., Old Ideas, LLC, and Traditional Holdings, LLC.  

I would like to confirm that as of today, even after I have spoken to the IRS Criminal Division regarding these issues, I still am not in receipt of the federal tax information I have requested for over a decade now.  That would include, but is not limited to, a 1099 for the year 2004 (earned income), K-1s for 2004, 2005, and 2006 (pro rated portion through entry of default in May 2006), and/or copies of all corporate returns filed for these entities that I had (and should have) a lawful ownership interest in.  I have challenged Leonard Cohen's use of the fraudulent complaint (LA Superior Court Case No. BC338322) to file his personal returns, amend others, and obtain fraudulent tax refunds.

I would also like to note that Kory & Rice's operative, Stephen Gianelli, continues to harass and cyber-stalk me.  This has now gone on since the winter/spring of 2009 and has been well documented for IRS, FBI, and DOJ together with all lies he's transmitted to federal authorities and others.  I have also documented his obsession with me, IRS and federal tax matters, and Phil Spector.

I now intend, once again, to file a motion to vacate the latest default judgment.   It is never ending with this Court and Kory & Rice, from my point of view, should be investigated for their roles and new roles as trustee and legal adviser to the trustee.  

Kelley Lynch

 

Attached (copies of following documents)

 

Case Number:  BC338322

Filing Courthouse:   Stanley Mosk Courthouse

Filing Date:  08/15/2005

 

Documents Filed (Filing dates listed in descending order)

05/17/2019 Notice (OF ENTRY OF AMENDED JUDGMENT)

05/02/2019 Certificate of Mailing for (Minute Order (Court Order) of 05/02/2019)

05/02/2019 Minute Order ( (Court Order))

05/02/2019 Default Judgment

05/02/2019 Judgment (Proposed Amended Judgment Of Default)

03/27/2019 Notice (of Entry of Order)

03/26/2019 Minute Order ( (Hearing on Ex Parte Application FOR ORDER SUBSTITUTING ROBERT...))

03/26/2019 Order ([PROPOSED] ORDER GRANTING EX PARTE APPLICATION TO SUBSTITUTE ROBERT B. KORY AS TRUSTEE OF THE LEONARD COHEN FAMILY TRUST AS THE PARTY PLAINTIFF)

03/26/2019 Ex Parte Application (FOR ORDER SUBSTITUTING ROBERT B. KORY AS TRUSTEE OF THE LEONARD COHEN ' FAMILY TRUST IN PLACE OF LEONARD NORMAN COHEN AND LEONARD COHEN INVESTMENTS, LLC)

03/18/2019 Appeal - Remittitur - Other (Affirmed in part; reversed in part. B267794)

03/14/2019 Declaration (of Reeve E. Chudd)

03/14/2019 Acknowledgment of Assignment of Judgment Pursuant to CCP Declaration of Reeve E. Chudd, Esq. in Support of Acknowledgment of Assignment

02/15/2019 RETURNED MAIL

02/06/2019 Certificate of Mailing for (Minute Order (Court Order) of 02/06/2019 and Ruling After Remand)

02/06/2019 Minute Order ( (Court Order))

02/06/2019 Ruling After Remand

02/04/2019 Certificate of Mailing for ([Minute Order (Court Order)])

02/04/2019 Certificate of Mailing for (Minute Order (Court Order) of 02/04/2019)

02/04/2019 Minute Order ( (Court Order))