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Judge Rules in Favor of Joel Silver’s Ex-Wife’s Lawsuit, Requires Sale of Luxurious Home

Proceeds Of Sale to Cover Real Estate Debts and Support Payments

By Dolores Quintana 

A judge has ruled that Joel Silver, renowned producer of blockbuster film franchises like The Matrix and Lethal Weapon, must cooperate in the sale of his luxurious $52 million estate located in the exclusive Brentwood enclave, as reported by The Real Deal.com.

The decision comes after a lawsuit was filed in April by Silver’s ex-wife, Karyn Silver, in U.S. Bankruptcy Court. Karyn accused the producer of violating their agreement by obstructing efforts to showcase and market the sprawling 5-acre property at 470 Layton Way.

Judge Sheri Bluebond issued a tentative ruling on June 6, stipulating that the defendant, Joel Silver, must comply with the sale process. Karyn Silver has sought the sale of the estate to fulfill alimony and child support obligations. The proceeds from the sale would also cover $34 million in outstanding mortgages and a $6.8 million tax lien. According to the couple’s marital settlement agreement, Karyn was given the right to sell the property if Joel failed to fulfill the divorce settlement agreements.

The Judge’s ruling stated, “There will be no hardship whatsoever to the defendant from requiring him to cooperate in the marketing of the property for sale. If it is inconvenient for him to be present when the brokers would like to market the property. It is easy enough for the defendant to give the brokers a key and any access codes they may need to be able to show the property to prospective purchasers without his assistance.”

The couple finalized their divorce in 2020, and Karyn Silver filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in September 2022. In her lawsuit, she alleged that her ex-husband had failed to deposit child support and alimony payments into her bank account as required by the settlement.

The 25,000-square-foot house at 470 Layton Way is an architectural masterpiece designed by renowned architect Ricardo Legorreta. Legorreta is known for his work on notable structures, such as The UCLA Tom Bradley International Hall Gallery and Conference Center in 1998 and the 1994 restoration of Pershing Square Park in downtown Los Angeles.

The estate offers an array of luxurious amenities, including a library, fitness center, sauna, and cinema. The property is currently listed by Branden and Rayni Williams of The Beverly Hills Estates, as reported by real estate sites Redfin and Zillow.

The court’s decision aims to ensure a smooth sale process for the estate, allowing for the resolution of financial obligations and the division of assets as stipulated in the divorce settlement.

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