Months after the former Michigan head football coach was fired for having an inappropriate relationship with an ex-staffer, Paige Shiver, he continues to cost the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. 

The University of Michigan hired the Chicago-based law firm Jenner & Block to investigate the athletic department and the culture set by former HC Sherrone Moore.

According to the latest numbers in an X post, the law firm has charged the university over $2 million for work done in March. In total, that number has reached over $11.5 million based on the latest disclosures released Thursday. 

One invoice was for $1.8 million, and the second was for $172,339.50, as per Sarah Atwood of The Detroit News.

Two sources with knowledge of the investigation, who spoke on condition of anonymity, confirmed that the probe concluded in April.

The Michigan Wolverines fired Moore on December 10, 2025, after his executive assistant, Paige Shiver, came forward.

The investigation looked into that relationship and the broader culture in the athletic department, specifically how the relationship was allowed to continue, as well as other scandals over the years. 

“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 News in February.

Sherrone Moore started as a tight ends coach and made his way to the head coaching position at Ann Arbor. In the 2023 season, he was the offensive coordinator for Jim Harbaugh, who led the Wolverines to a national championship. 

"Conducting a thorough legal review of complex and high stakes issues at a college or university requires significant time," Paul Corliss further added. "...The work involves two related but distinct efforts: a review concerning Sherrone Moore’s conduct and a broader assessment of the culture within the athletic department. The University is committed to ensuring both are handled with the seriousness, independence and care they require.”

Since then, head coach Kyle Whittingham has taken over at The Big House after two decades in Utah and will lead the Wolverines in the 2026 season. 

Why Is the Athletic Department Also Being Investigated?

While Moore was fired, his ex-staffer spoke out on national television with her interview on Good Morning America. 

The relationship lasted four years and was “encouraged” by members of the athletic department at the university. 

"(Moore) controlled everything that was going on in my life, and (the university) didn't do anything about it," Shiver said.

The relationship between Sherrone Moore and Paige Shiver was an “open secret,” and the leadership was well aware of it, as per Linsey Davis, the reporter for ABC who interviewed Shiver on Good Morning America. 

As things stand, the fallout may not be over yet. The ongoing investigation could lead to further action, with more individuals potentially facing consequences depending on how the findings unfold.

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Written by

Samvruth Raj

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Aadesh Dhote