The embattled Theranos Inc. founder, who faces charges of wire fraud after allegedly deceiving investors, doctors and patients with the technology behind her blood-testing company, tried to argue that 13 documents showing her communications with the chairman of said firm – famed litigator David Boies – were protected by attorney-client privilege.

According to Cousins, none of the communications Holmes requested be kept away from jurors relate to her legal interests as an individual, but rather pertain to general affairs of Theranos and/or her official duties as its former CEO. The content of the emails, said the judge, includes topics like billing and media strategy, as well as conversations with investors.