U-M Billed $2 Million in Legal Fees So Far For Probe Into Athletic Department and Fired Coach Sherrone Moore

Fired Coach Sherrone Moore, 39

The University of Michigan has been billed more than $2 million in legal fees so far for investigations into the culture of the school's athletic department and fired head football coach Sherrone Moore, the Detroit News reports.

The investigation has been carried out by the Chicago-based Jenner & Block law firm. The billings are for work through December 2025, and the investigation has not yet been completed.

“The University of Michigan makes significant investments in athletics, which is a source of pride for our U-M community, and this investigation is being resourced to help strengthen our athletics program moving forward,” Paul Corliss, assistant vice president for Public Affairs and Internal Communications, wrote in a statement to The Detroit News on Friday.

“Conducting a thorough legal review of complex and high-stakes issues at a college or university requires significant time, specialized expertise, and resources."