In the ongoing legal battle between Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt over the sale of their family winery, Château Miraval, Jolie has responded by calling Pitt's lawsuit "part of a problematic pattern." Pitt had earlier sued Jolie for selling her interest in the winery without his consent, claiming they had an agreement never to sell without each other's approval, an agreement Jolie denies.
Jolie filed her case management statement, asserting that Pitt's causes of action are "frivolous, malicious, and part of a problematic pattern." She also filed a Cross-Complaint for declaratory relief, seeking confirmation of her related rights. Jolie's team argued that Pitt's allegations of a secret, unwritten contract directly contradict the written record, violating legal standards like the Statute of Frauds and public policy.
The court filing reveals Jolie's request for a 10 to 15-day jury trial and her willingness to participate in a settlement conference or mediation. However, the document notes a lack of agreement between the parties on a unified discovery schedule, despite court orders to meet and confer on the matter.
Pitt's case management statement from November 23 accused Jolie of refusing to produce documents and attempting to shield agreements related to the sale. Pitt expressed a willingness to engage in mediation or a settlement conference. His lawsuit alleges that Jolie and others secretly sold interests in the winery, violating their agreement and causing damage to the business's reputation.
The legal dispute adds another layer to the complex relationship between Jolie and Pitt, who share six children and were declared legally single in 2019. Pitt, emphasizing his significant contribution to Château Miraval's success, seeks specific performance, unwinding the sale, and other equitable relief or damages.
The legal saga unfolds as both parties present conflicting narratives surrounding their past agreement and the events leading to the winery's sale.
