Businesswoman allegedly donated a R$ 50 million property with nearly 100 rooms to a woman claiming to be her partner; PHOTOS
A R$ 50 million mansion in central São Paulo is at the center of an unprecedented legal battle involving its owner, a comatose businesswoman, and a woman claiming to be her partner.
A luxurious mansion valued at R$ 50 million, located in the central region of São Paulo, has become embroiled in a significant legal dispute. The property, currently owned by Sônia Soares, known as Suzuki, was reportedly donated to her by Anita Harley, a prominent businesswoman and heiress of the Brazilian retail empire, Casas Pernambucanas. Harley, whose fortune is estimated at R$ 2 billion, has been in a coma since 2016 after suffering a stroke and is currently in intensive care, unable to respond or make decisions regarding her estate.
The court case surrounding Anita's fortune is escalating, mainly as she has no children or direct heirs, compelling various parties connected to her to contest the rights to her significant wealth. The legal conflict not only involves financial aspects but also anecdotal elements of her personal relationships, particularly with Sônia Soares, who claims to have been Harley's partner. The situation is further complicated by the media representation of this familial drama, with the release of a documentary series titled "O Testamento - O Segredo de Anita Harley" that premiered on Globoplay, adding public intrigue to the unfolding legal saga.
As the legal proceedings continue, they highlight critical issues surrounding inheritance rights, the definition of partnerships in personal relationships, and the responsibilities tied to substantial estates. This case illustrates the complexities of love, loyalty, and financial legacy, especially when significant wealth is involved, and the implications are far-reaching not only for the individuals directly involved but for societal perceptions of marital partnerships and inheritance.