Martinez Seeks Berry to Cover Legal
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Olivier Martinez has filed a motion asking the court to order Halle Berry to pay his attorneys $240,000 for legal fees incurred during their custody battle. In the legal documents obtained by TMZ, Martinez claims his fees have exploded and that he lacks the means to pay them, noting he only receives $776.34 per month on average in residuals as income. He lists $176,522.58 in unpaid legal fees and requests an additional $63,477.42 to cover future fees related to any legal matters concerning their custody dispute. Martinez’s income and expense declaration shows estimated monthly expenses of $17,555.99 and $43,206.22 in various accounts. The temporary restraining order was dissolved after recent court proceedings, but the judge maintained a temporary custodial arrangement granting Martinez primary physical custody of their 13‑year‑old son, Maceo.
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Timeline
- 2026-11-04 — Martinez Seeks Berry to Cover Legal
Why it matters
Immediate US impact: Court order could affect high‑profile legal fees Possible long-term US impact: May influence future custody litigation costs Most affected groups: Actors, legal professionals, families in custody disputes Reader priority: Legal and entertainment news audiences
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