Adam Gabor Mehes, a prominent figure among the ranks of Tesla’s in-house lawyers, has elected to make an exit. He has applied for permission to withdraw from counsel in a lawsuit involving Musk and an astronomical figure of $258 billion. This legal tussle revolves around allegations of market manipulation in relation to the digital currency, Dogecoin. A veteran lawyer based in Manhattan, Mehes's stint on Musk’s team spanned less than a year, during which he remained active across diverse legal disputes involving the tech entrepreneur.

Elon Musk has a reputation as a modern-day Midas. His ventures often turn into gold, including the electric vehicle giant Tesla and the aerospace manufacturer SpaceX. Yet, his golden touch may be under scrutiny in this lawsuit that accuses him of acting as a puppet master pulling the strings of the Dogecoin market.

Over the years, the irreverent Musk has gained notoriety for his provocative tweets that sway cryptocurrency markets. His affinity for Dogecoin, in particular, is no secret. The self-proclaimed "Dogefather" has sung its praises on Twitter and other platforms, leading some to allege foul play. The lawsuit accuses Musk of capitalizing on his towering social media presence to inflate Dogecoin's value artificially, particularly after his hosting gig on NBC's Saturday Night Live.