According to DOJ-released documents indexed by Epstein Exposed, Valdson Cotrin appears in 1 case document, 14 flight log entries in the Epstein files.
Mentioned in 2 documents. Roles: Recipient of a shipment, Recipient
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Valdson Cotrin is mentioned in documents or reporting related to the Epstein case. Being mentioned does not imply any wrongdoing, criminal conduct, or inappropriate behavior.
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Background
Valdson Vieira Cotrin is a Paris-based individual who served in what appears to be a property management or caretaker role for Jeffrey Epstein's Paris residence. His full name, as documented across numerous financial and correspondence records, is Valdson Vieira Cotrin, and he was based at 21 Rue Voltaire, St. Denis, Paris 93200, France. He received recurring monthly wire transfers from Epstein's accounts, administered through Bella Klein, and was provided a credit card through Epstein's entity NES LLC.
Cotrin's documented activities span from at least 2002 through 2016. He appears in emails alongside key Epstein staff members including Lesley Groff, Richard Kahn, and Philippe Laznowski, and was involved in decisions regarding access to and maintenance of Epstein's Paris apartment. His role included handling property repairs, coordinating with contractors, and managing who could stay at the Paris property.
There is no indication in the available evidence that Cotrin held any notable public positions. His connection to Epstein appears to be exclusively in a professional employee/staff capacity related to Epstein's Paris property operations.
Epstein Connection
Valdson Vieira Cotrin was a paid employee or contractor of Jeffrey Epstein, primarily serving as a property manager or caretaker for Epstein's Paris apartment. He received recurring monthly wire transfers from Epstein's accounts to his French bank account at LCL Bank, including annual '13th month pay' -- a standard European employment benefit. He was also issued a credit card through Epstein's company NES LLC with access to cash advances at 100% of his card limit. He communicated regularly with Epstein's inner staff circle including Lesley Groff, Bella Klein, Richard Kahn, and Philippe Laznowski, and had authority over access to the Paris apartment.
Key Allegations(7)
Cotrin received recurring monthly wire transfers from Epstein's accounts to his French bank account at LCL Bank, sent on the 25th of each month.
documentedCotrin received '13th month pay' from Epstein's accounts, a standard European employment benefit, indicating a formal employment relationship.
documentedCotrin was set up with a credit card through NES LLC (Epstein's entity at 457 Madison Avenue, New York) with access to cash advances at 100% of his card limit.
documentedCotrin managed or controlled access to Epstein's Paris apartment, including vetoing a request for someone named Terje to stay there.
documentedCotrin handled maintenance and repair matters for Epstein's Paris property, including coordinating a radio/iPod installation costing 700 euros.
documentedA payment was made referencing 'Jeffrey Epstein (Cotrin Valdson)' to a company called THEOTECH in France, described as a balance payment for Quote No de Client 2660.
documentedEpstein sent a FedEx shipment of 'WRITNG PENS' valued at $100 to Cotrin in Paris on December 6, 2002.
documentedLegal Status
Valdson Vieira Cotrin appears in financial records, shipping invoices, and internal correspondence produced during Epstein-related investigations and litigation. No evidence of criminal charges, investigation, or legal proceedings against Cotrin personally.
Notable Statements(1)
“ok rime lesley”
Key Relationships(4)
Cotrin was employed by or contracted to Jeffrey Epstein, receiving recurring monthly wire transfers, 13th month pay, and a credit card through Epstein's company NES LLC. He managed Epstein's Paris property. Multiple financial and correspondence documents confirm this employment relationship.
Lesley Groff, Epstein's executive assistant, appears in emails with Cotrin regarding property management, reservations, and logistics. Cotrin communicated directly with Groff on operational matters including the Paris apartment.
Bella Klein administered the recurring wire transfers to Cotrin and was the point of contact for banking inquiries related to his payments, as documented across multiple wire transfer instruction documents.
Richard Kahn was copied on or involved in email correspondence that included Cotrin, particularly in a July 2014 email from Philippe Laznowski with subject 'follow up' addressed to Jeffrey Epstein.
Timeline(10 events)
FedEx invoice dated September 30, 2002, for Epstein's account includes international shipments, some potentially associated with Cotrin.
FedEx invoice details seven international shipments from Epstein's account in November 2002, sent to various recipients including Paris.
Jeffrey Epstein sent a FedEx shipment of 'WRITNG PENS' valued at $100 to Valdson Cotrin in Paris, France. Total invoice was $64.41.
Email sent to Philippe Laznowski with Valdson Vieira Cotrin CC'd, subject 'Re: TR: J. Epstein', discussing a meeting the following day.
Email forwarded to Valdson Vieira Cotrin regarding 'Confirmation for reservation Epstein, New York', with Lesley Groff CC'd.
Email referencing Valdson's quote of 700 euros for installing a new radio with iPod at the Paris property.
Email from Philippe Laznowski with subject 'follow up' addressed to Jeffrey Epstein, copying Cotrin and Richard Kahn.
Car service (Prius Hybrid) booked for Cotrin, Valdson at JFK Airport via CarsCo, Inc., confirmation #127094.
Centurion Support (American Express) inquiry regarding Valdson Vieira Cotrin, noting passport expiration date of December 22, 2019.
Cotrin responded to email with subject 'Re: NO to Terje staying at Paris apt', confirming denial of access to Epstein's Paris apartment.
At a Glance
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4 sources for flight appearances
Epstein Flight Logs (14 entries)
2003-2007
“Appeared on 14 documented flights between TIST Airport and EWR Airport”
Sources
1 source for document mentions
This is a FedEx invoice for a shipment sent by Jeffrey Epstein on December 6, 2002, to Valdson Cotri...
“This is a FedEx invoice for a shipment sent by Jeffrey Epstein on December 6, 2002, to Valdson Cotri”
Sources
2 sources for known connections
Shared Flight Appearances
“Appears on flights with 18 other persons in the Epstein network”
Co-Document Mentions
“Named alongside other network members in 1 documents”
Activity Timeline
Network Graph
Known Connections (18)
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External Records
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Flight Log Appearances (14)
| Date | Route | Aircraft | Co-Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 7, 2007 | TIST Airport → EWR Airport | N908JE | Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell, Igor Zinoviev +6 |
| Nov 12, 2005 | Teterboro Airport, NJ → TIST Airport | N909JE | Jeff Epstein, Adriana Mucinska, Igor Zinoviev +5 |
| Apr 29, 2005 | Palm Beach International, FL → TIST Airport | N909JE | Jeff Epstein, Tatiana Kovylina, Adriana Mucinska +1 |
| Nov 14, 2004 | ABY Airport → Teterboro Airport, NJ | N909JE | Jeff Epstein, Nadia, Marcinkova +4 |
| Nov 14, 2004 | Palm Beach International, FL → ABY Airport | N909JE | Jeff Epstein, Nadia, Marcinkova +4 |
| Mar 19, 2004 | TIST Airport → Palm Beach International, FL | N909JE | Jeff Epstein, Sarah Kellen, Teala Davies +1 |
| Mar 13, 2004 | Palm Beach International, FL → TIST Airport | N909JE | Jeff Epstein, Teala Davies, Sarah Kellen +4 |
| Mar 11, 2004 | Teterboro Airport, NJ → Palm Beach International, FL | N909JE | Jeff Epstein, Teala Davies, Gary Blackwell +4 |
| Mar 3, 2004 | John F. Kennedy International, NY → Palm Beach International, FL | N908JE | Jeff Epstein, Nadia, Marcinkova +4 |
| Oct 1, 2003 | Palm Beach International, FL → Teterboro Airport, NJ | N909JE | Jeff Epstein, Andrea Mitrovich, Sarah Kellen +1 |
| Jun 17, 2003 | MYNN Airport → John F. Kennedy International, NY | N908JE | Jeff Epstein, Andrea Mitrovich, Ghislaine +4 |
| Jun 17, 2003 | Palm Beach International, FL → MYNN Airport | N908JE | Jeff Epstein, Andrea Mitrovich, Sarah Kellen +1 |
| Jun 7, 2003 | TIST Airport → Palm Beach International, FL | N909JE | Jeff Epstein, Andrea Mitrovich, Sarah Kellen |
| Jun 4, 2003 | TIST Airport → TIST Airport | N491GM | Jeff Epstein, Andrea Mitrovich, Sarah Kellen |
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