Okay that makes sense. I was perplexed by the idea of putting 80% of your money on your mother is pathetic... So because this is a legal thing and the law in France prevents her from getting half because he has nothing - suppose he gave it all to charity instead of his mother for arguments sake - wouldn't he be able to sue for half her money since she probably made more than him lol? I'm in Canada, I just don't know US law because lots of states. What would separate a mother from charity in your opinion? If this went to trial in the states it would be hilarious to watch
Honestly, I dont know about the specifics of French law and this gets to be more about French law than anything, really.
Just as a quick google
Find out about the different procedures involved if you need to apply for a divorce in France, including the necessary steps and visa issues.
www.expatica.com
Spousal maintenance
One spouse often has to pay maintenance (
prestation compensatoire) to make up for the difference in living standards following the divorce. They may have to pay it as a lump sum or an annuity – the spouses or family court can determine the amount. This applies in both amicable and contentious divorces. The total allowance reflects factors including:
- the duration of the marriage
- the age and health of the spouses
- their professional qualifications and status
- each spouse’s income
- the consequences of the professional choices made by one spouse during their life together
- estimated or foreseeable assets of the spouses, both in capital and in income
- existing and foreseeable rights (e.g., upcoming retirement) and pensions
Another form of alimony known as
pension alimentaire may also come into play. A judge can order this payment when one spouse does not have sufficient means to feed, clothe and house themselves and their children. This form of allowance is necessarily a monthly contribution.
I dont believe Hakimi's income (whether it goes to him, or his mother) makes any difference on that - he'll still have to compensate for the quality of lifestyle. Similar laws in the UK, for what its worth.
RE his income, like I said, beneficial ownership is the thing - the money is ultimately being spent on stuff for him, via his mother, the difference between that and charity is that a charity wouldnt be spending the money on him.
The social media posts atm do seem to suggest that he's gettnig half of her wealth, but I havent seen that substantiated anywhere other than social media, and when it comes to spousal maintenance esp with the kids, that's probably gonna be the bit that hurts. Plus, itll be easy for the lawyers to appeal re benenfical ownership of the salary and stuff