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Halle Berry Ex Demands $240K in Legal Fees
5 Nov
Summary
- Olivier Martinez seeks $240,000 from Halle Berry for legal fees.
- Martinez was granted primary physical custody of their son.
- Berry has denied accusations of choking their son.
Olivier Martinez, Halle Berry's ex-partner, has formally requested Berry to pay $240,000 towards his legal fees incurred during their recent custody dispute over their 13-year-old son, Maceo. Martinez claims he cannot afford to pay his attorneys himself. His financial declaration indicates limited residual income and significant monthly expenses, with his primary asset being real estate valued at $550,000.
Recently, on October 29, 2026, a Los Angeles Superior Court judge awarded Martinez primary physical custody of Maceo, with Berry receiving no overnights. Lawyers for Martinez stated this decision was made to protect the child and foster a better relationship. The judge did not grant Martinez a domestic violence restraining order against Berry or full legal custody, nor did she grant Berry's requests for 50/50 custody.
The legal battle included serious allegations, with Martinez claiming Berry choked their son on September 26, 2026, following an argument. Berry's legal team has strongly denied these claims, emphasizing their focus on the child's well-being following the dissolution of a temporary restraining order.
