Katherine Jackson Asks Judge For Money for Michael’s Kids
Posted on Jul 23, 2009 @ 02:00PM - 8 comments
Lawyers for both Katherine Jackson and Michael Jackson’s estate headed to court Thursday morning seeking temporary financial allowances.
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The reason? Katherine says she needs money for herself and the kids, and she needs it now.
In a declaration, lawyers for the estate said Michael’s mom was financially dependent on her pop star son and, with the exception of “modest social security benefits,” has no current source of income. Michael’s three children, Prince Michael II, Paris and Blanket are living with their grandmother.
A source tells RadarOnline exclusively that the court did not rule on Katherine’s request, which asks for an allowance for her and a separate one for the kids.
“There was no objection by Mrs. Jackson’s attorneys. The court on it’s own continued the matter to August 3,” said the source.
EXCLUSIVE: Jackson Family To Meet With Executor of Michael's Will Today In Bid To Avoid Nasty Court Battle
Posted on Jul 03, 2009 @ 08:55AM - 6 comments
In an effort to avoid a nasty court confrontation, Jackson family members will meet with attorney John Branca on Friday. Branca, a top attorney, is the executor of Michael Jackson's estate, as specified in Michael's will.
As RadarOnline.com reported Thursday, there is great dissension within the Jackson family. Some members want to challenge the will and Branca's role as executor of the estate. Those family members also want greater control of the money for Katherine Jackson, who currently has custody of Michael's children. Other Jackson family members believe Katherine is too fragile for a battle.
Londell McMillan is the attorney representing Joe and Katherine Jackson. He also had represented Michael at one point.
A judge granted Katherine's request for limited control over some of Michael's property. She had expressed concern over his finances and wanted them protected. Katherine requested control over thousands of items from Neverland that were removed and due to be auctioned. A hearing on that matter is set for July 6.
But sources tell RadarOnline.com that some Jackson family members want to challenge Branca's role as executor of the estate. The meeting today is to try and get everyone to agree that Branca should be the executor and avoid a nasty court battle.
