William Savitt

William Savitt is an attorney representing OpenAI in a legal dispute with Elon Musk. Musk filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging a breach of charitable trust and unjust enrichment, particularly objecting to the company's shift to a for-profit model. OpenAI contends that Musk's lawsuit is an attempt to benefit his own AI startup, xAI. Savitt was notably present and speaking at a press conference outside the U.S. District Court in Oakland, California, following a federal jury's ruling. The jury sided with OpenAI, determining that Musk had filed his lawsuit too late. This development is significant as it represents a key legal victory for OpenAI in its ongoing feud with Musk, with Savitt playing a crucial role as its legal counsel during this high-profile case.