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Marvin vs. Marvin Legal Actions
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A Marvin action is the common name given to litigation between non-married, cohabitating parties. In the original case of Marvin v. Marvin, Michele Triola Marvin contended she abandoned her career as an actress to be a help mate for Lee Marvin, based upon his promise to share assets and provide for her support.
Although the California Supreme Court did not uphold the trial court’s judgment in favor of Ms. Marvin, the opinion established the right to enforce promises between cohabitating partners.
What Facts Must Be Proved in a Marvin Action?
In San Diego County Family Court, all Marvin actions are assigned to our family court for adjudication. To prevail in a Marvin action, a party must establish the existence, or non-existence, of a contractual relationship.
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