In a recent ruling, the Monaco court has established an alternating custody arrangement for Adriana Karembeu and her estranged husband, Aram Ohanian, regarding their eight-year-old daughter, Nina. While Karembeu is allowed to have her daughter with her every other week, the court has ruled that Nina's primary residence and education will remain in Marrakech, where she currently lives with her father.
The judge's decision, delivered on September 2, upheld joint parental authority, but did not grant Karembeu's request to relocate Nina's residence to Monaco, nor did it favor Ohanian's demand for exclusive custody. According to the ruling, which was reviewed by Le Parisien, the court found that maintaining Nina's current environment in Marrakech was crucial for her stability, as she has established relationships, activities, and schooling in the city.
The decision comes after months of a contentious legal battle spanning Monaco, Paris, and Marrakech, highlighting the complexities involved in high-profile divorces. Karembeu had sought to have Nina move to Monaco and attend school there, while Ohanian was pursuing exclusive custody. The judge's ruling reflects a compromise that acknowledges Karembeu's role in her daughter's life while prioritizing the child's existing support system.
Under the new arrangement, Karembeu will have custody of Nina from Friday evening of every other week until the following Friday. This balanced schedule also allows for shared vacations, ensuring that both parents remain actively involved in their daughter's upbringing, even though her home and school are set in Morocco. Karembeu expressed satisfaction with the outcome, emphasizing that the ruling affirms her vital role in Nina's life and her continued priority as a mother.
While the judge granted Karembeu the opportunity to spend significant time with her daughter, the ruling also highlighted that Nina's main living arrangements would stay in Marrakech, which Ohanian's legal team pointed out as a significant aspect of the decision. Furthermore, Karembeu's request for a monthly financial support of €10,000 was denied, yet Ohanian is still required to cover Nina's educational expenses, extracurricular activities, and any unreimbursed medical costs.
The issue of Nina's residence has been a focal point in the ongoing divorce proceedings, which have included various disputes regarding her welfare when in the care of her mother and her mother's partner, Marc Lavoine. Although an initial investigation into parental obligations was closed due to insufficient evidence, Ohanian has filed further complaints against Karembeu and Lavoine, alleging that their actions may have jeopardized Nina's safety and education. Karembeu, for her part, has accused Ohanian of violence and judicial harassment.
This ruling does not conclude the divorce process or the related legal actions in France, Morocco, and Monaco, but it does temporarily resolve one of the most pressing concerns regarding Nina's immediate future. Both parents now have distinct claims from the outcome: Karembeu secures a schedule that allows her regular contact with her daughter, while Ohanian retains the primary custody and educational arrangements in Marrakech.
As reported by bladi.net.
