Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni have reached a critical juncture in their ongoing legal battle, as they appeared in a New York City federal court on February 11, 2026, for a court-ordered settlement conference. This meeting marks the first time the two actors have come face-to-face in over a year, as reported by Geo Entertainment. The legal dispute, which began in December 2024, involves allegations from Lively against Baldoni for sexual harassment and defamation, among other claims. According to abc7, Lively is seeking nearly $500 million in damages, while Baldoni's initial $400 million countersuit was dismissed last June. The settlement conference is a last attempt to resolve the issues before the trial scheduled for May 18, 2026.