EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Lawyer Says Rowe Received No Money For Custody of Michael Jackson's Kids

Posted on Aug 04, 2009 @ 07:41PM

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Debbie Rowe received no money for giving up custody of Michael Jackson's children to his mother, her lawyer tells RadarOnline.com exclusively.

"No money was exchanged, discussed, or changed hands regarding the custody settlement that was reached by my client, Debbie Rowe and Katherine Jackson," legal eagle Eric George told RadarOnline.com exclusively.

With guardianship of her children by Michael Jackson -- Prince Michael and Paris Katherine -- now officially in the hands of their grandmother, RadarOnline.com has exclusive details of what went down in the discussions between Debbie Rowe and Katherine Jackson.

Debbie will be working out a visitation schedule to see her children, we've learned. But RadarOnline.com's investigation also uncovered that Debbie went hard-line on Joe Jackson's involvement with the kids.

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"Debbie wouldn't sign off on the custody agreement unless Joe Jackson submitted in writing that he would have nothing to do with raising the children," another source close to the situation told RadarOnline.com.

"Debbie stood her ground and demanded it be done. She wants Joe held accountable."

Debbie's insistence paid off. Joe Jackson submitted a declaration to the Court stating, in part, "I do visit the family residence from time to time, and will continue to do so however I will not be involved in raising the children."

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"Debbie's concerns were never about money but the security of the children's future, a future that she will be playing a role in," the source added. "Debbie has tremendous faith in Katherine, and the utmost respect for her."

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RadarOnline.com has learned that Katherine, Debbie and the children will begin working with a mental health professional in the coming weeks to introduce Debbie into their lives.

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Comments

Rowe is selfish not wanting her children,she should have to pay child support just like any other parent have to.it was all about the money but she couldn't get anymore.

by LB
Posted Wed, 08/05/2009 - 7:19am

She is a kind and decent woman who loved Michael and clearly loves her children, too.

by ndcowgirl
Posted Wed, 08/05/2009 - 4:17am

Debbie played hardball, smart woman. Whether she received money or not. She deserves her share,. she gave MJ 2 kids. That's a huge something. It's not like she should go without. The kids deserve visitation with her & so do the Jacksons.

by Sandy Texas
Posted Wed, 08/05/2009 - 3:40am

If this is true, Debbie I'm really glad to hear it. It will sound so much better to the children when they grow up, you know, that their Mom didn't just buy and sell.

by judyj
Posted Wed, 08/05/2009 - 2:01am

when will this story just DIE? MJ is DEAD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

by cindy25
Posted Tue, 08/04/2009 - 11:16pm

I think we all kinda knew that Joe would have to be out of the picture.

by stonedbuzz
Posted Tue, 08/04/2009 - 10:48pm

It was for the money if not they wouldn't have announced that she will receive spousal support. Otherwise it would have been forget the money I want my kids because I know they will be safer with me.

by SassC
Posted Tue, 08/04/2009 - 10:28pm