courtroom battles, the Ripple vs SEC case may finally be approaching its resolution, and sooner than many feared. This week, respected pro-XRP attorney Bill Morgan publicly dismissed fresh speculation that the lawsuit could drag on until late 2026. Instead, he predicts the matter could be resolved as early as August 2025, with a joint settlement and the release of over $125 million in escrow funds already in motion.
This legal clarity is injecting fresh optimism into the XRP community and pushing market sentiment into bullish territory.
Legal Delay Rumors Crushed by Ripple-Aligned Lawyer
In response to swirling rumors of a two-year delay, Morgan called the idea “highly unlikely,” stating that only a denial of the joint settlement motion by Judge Analisa Torres could potentially stretch the timeline.
“There is no serious reason to believe the judge will drag this out to 2026 unless the joint motion is rejected, which is improbable,” Morgan wrote on X.
In Ripple vs SEC, both Ripple and the SEC recently submitted a joint motion seeking an “indicative ruling” that would effectively finalize a proposed $50 million civil penalty while returning $75 million of previously frozen XRP to Ripple. Many believe this move is a strategic effort to avoid further appeals and conclude the 4.5-year legal battle.
Judge Torres: A Careful but Efficient Arbiter
While Judge Torres did initially reject an earlier motion for a quick indicative ruling, legal analysts say this should not be viewed as a roadblock. Rather, it indicates the court’s commitment to due process and proper documentation before giving the green light.
If the revised motion addresses all procedural requirements, experts believe the judge could issue a favorable ruling by mid-August, allowing for XRP escrow funds to be distributed and putting the case officially to rest.
XRP Price Primed for Breakout
Investors have responded positively to the developments. XRP’s price is showing steady upward movement as speculation around the case’s conclusion builds. Analysts suggest XRP could soon challenge its $2.5 resistance, with the potential to reach $5–$8 in a post-resolution scenario.
Several technical indicators support this outlook:
RSI and MACD momentum are bullish.
XRP remains well-supported above the 200-day moving average.
Whale accumulation has reportedly increased since the joint motion filing.
A Victory Beyond the Courtroom
This potential victory would not only end Ripple’s prolonged regulatory headache but also set a precedent for future crypto-related legal battles. A fair resolution could:
Provide legal clarity for institutional XRP use.
Encourage other blockchain projects to pursue constructive engagement with regulators.
Strengthen global confidence in the U.S. crypto legal system.
