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Donovan Michaels Drops Civil Suit Against David Geffen, Moves Dispute to Mediation

The without-prejudice dismissal signals a shift to mediation with the option to refile preserved.

Overview

  • Los Angeles Superior Court records show Michaels filed on Oct. 17 to dismiss his July civil complaint without prejudice.
  • Michaels had alleged Geffen promised lifelong financial support and initially paid for sex, claims Geffen’s lawyer has flatly denied as baseless.
  • Attorney Bryan Freedman says financial issues will be addressed in mediation, which typically focuses on spousal support and community property.
  • The pair married in March 2023 with no prenuptial agreement, separated on Feb. 22, 2025, and Geffen filed for divorce on May 16.
  • Reports indicate Geffen has paid Michaels $200,000 since the split and is covering $15,000 in monthly rent, with spousal support duration likely limited by the short marriage under California norms.