Los Angeles court filing challenges Brad Pitt tax bid
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Angelina Jolie has filed new documents in Los Angeles County Superior Court opposing Brad Pitt’s attempt to obtain her personal tax returns in their ongoing Chateau Miraval dispute. Pitt’s legal team previously argued her historical tax records are relevant because she said she sold her 50% stake in the French winery to seek “financial independence.” In the new filing, Jolie’s attorneys state she has never claimed to be in financial distress and contend her comment referred only to separating her business affairs from Pitt. The core case stems from Jolie’s 2021 sale of her Miraval stake to Tenute del Mondo, which Pitt sued over in 2022.
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Timeline
- 2011 Couple purchases French estate Chateau Miraval
- 2014 Property becomes venue for couple's wedding
- 2021 Jolie sells Miraval stake to Tenute
- 2022 Pitt sues Jolie over alleged Miraval agreement
- Earlier this year Pitt seeks Jolie tax records
- Recently Jolie disputes financial distress characterization
- This week Jolie formally opposes tax subpoenas
Why it matters
This case highlights the importance of financial independence in a divorce. It's a reminder to keep your financial affairs separate, even in a marriage. If you're going through a divorce, consider consulting a financial advisor to protect your assets.
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