June 2026 — Just when fans thought the Chrisley family was finally moving beyond years of legal turmoil, Todd and Julie Chrisley have launched a stunning new legal battle that is dominating entertainment headlines. The couple has filed a lawsuit against their former defense attorney and law firm, claiming legal malpractice contributed to the convictions that sent them to prison. They are seeking more than $25 million in damages. (AP News)

Todd and Julie Go on the Offensive

According to court filings, Todd and Julie allege that their former legal team failed to properly challenge key evidence and did not provide the level of defense expected in such a high-profile federal case. The lawsuit argues that critical mistakes ultimately contributed to the outcome of their prosecution. (AP News)

The former attorney’s side has indicated that the claims will be vigorously contested. (AP News)

For fans, this marks the most dramatic Chrisley development of 2026 so far.

One Year After Their Pardon

The lawsuit comes almost exactly one year after Todd and Julie returned home following their 2025 presidential pardon.

Since their release, the couple has:

• Relaunched the Chrisley Confessions podcast
• Returned to television
• Appeared on The Masked Singer
• Begun developing new television projects
• Reconnected publicly with fans and family life (People.com)

But the latest lawsuit proves the legal chapter is far from closed.

Julie’s New Career Move

Amid the legal drama, Julie is also preparing a major professional comeback.

Recent reports indicate she is moving forward with plans for a cooking-focused television project, something fans have wanted for years after watching her family meals on Chrisley Knows Best. (People.com)

Many supporters believe Julie’s cooking show could become one of the family’s biggest post-prison successes.

Savannah Keeps Making Headlines

Meanwhile, Savannah Chrisley continues to be one of the family’s most visible members.

Earlier this year she made national headlines after serving as a guest host on The View. The appearance generated controversy after Savannah publicly stated she had not forgotten criticism directed at her family and later discussed disagreements with some of the show’s hosts. (National Today)

Her media profile continues to grow well beyond the original Chrisley audience.

New Shows Are Still Coming

Todd has also revealed that multiple television projects are in development.

Reports indicate:

• A new family-focused series
• A project involving Chase Chrisley
• A Julie-and-Savannah project
• Additional international filming opportunities for Todd himself (Page Six)

The family appears determined to rebuild its entertainment empire.

Fans Are Watching Closely

For now, the lawsuit is the story everyone is talking about.

If successful, it could become one of the most significant legal developments in Chrisley family history.

If unsuccessful, it may simply reopen old wounds from a chapter the family has spent years trying to leave behind.

Either way, one thing is clear:

More than a decade after Chrisley Knows Best premiered, the Chrisleys remain one of reality television’s most headline-generating families—and 2026 may end up being one of their most dramatic years yet. (AP News)