Is this the beginning of the end for 90 Day Fiancé’s most dramatic train wreck? Because honey, Patrick Mendes just brought out the big guns—literally.
In what can only be described as a courtroom chess move worthy of a reality TV finale, Patrick has officially retained attorney Kurt A. Smith of Smith Legal Group to handle his divorce proceedings against his estranged wife, Thais Mendes. The tea just got piping hot, darling, because Patrick didn’t just sit back and take Thais’s counterclaim lying down. Oh no, he filed an answer, and sources tell us this is about to get MESSY.
For those who’ve been living under a rock, Patrick and Thais’s relationship was already giving “toxic couple” energy throughout their entire 90 Day Fiancé journey. But now? Now we’re in full-blown legal warfare territory, and we are HERE for the drama. When Thais filed her counterclaim back in June, Patrick was probably thinking, “Not on my watch, babe.” Enter Kurt A. Smith and the official Notice of Appearance—because sometimes you need a professional to translate your rage into legal documents.
The couple, who once had fans rooting for their relationship, has since become the cautionary tale nobody asked for but everyone needed. Their Nevada courtroom showdown is playing out like the most expensive reality TV show nobody actually wanted to watch. Real estate, assets, and probably some seriously petty arguments are all on the table. We’re talking about a legal battle that makes their on-camera arguments look like a cute little disagreement.
What makes this absolutely chef’s kiss is the timing. Patrick’s legal team filing an answer to the counterclaim means this divorce isn’t wrapping up anytime soon, sweetie. We’re looking at months—maybe YEARS—of legal documents, court dates, and probably some absolutely unhinged social media posts along the way. Because if there’s one thing we know about reality TV divorces, it’s that they never stay out of the public eye for long.
Fans are already taking sides on social media, with some team Patrick and others team Thais, but honestly? Both of them are giving “why did I marry this person” energy, and we cannot stop watching.
What do you think? A) Team Patrick in this divorce battle B) Team Thais all the way