Genstar Capital Chairman Denies Assault Allegations and Countersues Former Girlfriend for Defamation
Genstar Capital Chairman Jean-Pierre “J-P” Conte has refuted allegations made by his former longtime girlfriend, Hillary Thomas, that he assaulted her in their Aspen house. Conte and his legal team have filed a counter-suit against Thomas, claiming defamation. According to the response, Conte stated that there was no physical abuse or attack, and that Thomas only brought forward these false claims after their relationship ended and he refused her increasing demands for money.
The filing portrays the relationship as one centered around money and lavish gifts, with Conte asserting that he had given Thomas millions of dollars over the course of their relationship. As part of their separation agreement, Conte paid Thomas $5 million, supplemented by at least $500,000 to cover additional expenses.
Conte’s legal team is seeking an order from the judge to prevent Thomas from publicly discussing the allegations in the lawsuit. Thomas’s attorney, Sigrid McCawley, criticized this move, stating that Conte is attempting to silence her. Patricia Glaser, a lawyer for Conte, said that while he is saddened by the litigation, he must protect himself and his family.
Thomas’s lawsuit claims that Conte became enraged during an argument and physically assaulted her. However, Conte disputes these accusations, stating that the altercation was a result of Thomas insulting his son. He alleges that after the argument, she refused his offer to drive her home and later claimed that her injuries were the result of a slip on ice.
In addition to the assault allegations, Thomas accuses Conte of terminating her health insurance coverage and refusing to reimburse her for therapy, despite their separation agreement stipulating that such coverage would be provided. She also asserts that Conte damaged her professional reputation by disparaging her to potential clients. However, Conte denies these allegations and contends that he has met the terms of their separation agreement.
Genstar Capital, based in San Francisco, manages approximately $49 billion in assets, focusing on middle-market companies in the financial, healthcare, industrial, and software sectors. Conte also holds positions on the boards of various institutions, including Colgate University, Stanford University’s Hoover Institution, the Pan American Development Foundation, and the California Pacific Medical Center Foundation.
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