The letter is a response from the U.S. Department of Justice to The Florida Bar regarding a complaint filed by Attorney Stuart S. Mermelstein. It addresses the handling of victim notifications in a criminal investigation involving Jeffrey Epstein. The letter explains the legal obligations and actions taken by the U.S. Attorney's Office, including the appointment of an independent attorney-representative for the victims and the communication with victims and their attorneys. It also discusses the rules of professional conduct cited in the complaint and provides a defense against the allegations made by Mr. Mermelstein.
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