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BRITNEY SPEARS’ CONSERVATORSHIP
How to Protect Yourself and Loved Ones From Abuse of Power
Probate laws that control conservatorships can be daunting, especially in a case similar to what Britney Spears has experienced over the past several years. Conservatorships are generally granted in cases wherein the protected individual (the person who the conservatorship is for) is no longer able to make decisions on their own. For example, the person may have experienced a physical injury or could be temporarily mentally unfit to make decisions for themselves because of their life circumstances. Conservatorships can be useful tools to control the protected individual’s assets and shield them from harm; however, if the appointed conservator abuses their power, the conservatorship could do more harm than good. In Britney’s case, her father’s control over her life has been publicly scrutinized since 2008, when he was appointed the conservator. There have been allegations of cameras in Britney’s home, tracking her movements, refusing to allow her access to her finances, and even forcing her to work when she did not want to. Although a conservator may have the power to control the protected person’s assets and make important decisions on their behalf, the conservator is never allowed to abuse that power to the detriment of the protected individual, which is why they are bound by fiduciary duties. Whenever a conservator is violating their fiduciary duties, the protected individual or anyone who is concerned for them can petition the court for their removal to hold the conservator accountable for their abuse of power.
Recently, after years of battling the system, Britney was finally able to retain her own legal counsel and remove her father as her conservator. Britney had to petition the court to allow her access to her own funds, to remove her father as conservator, and to end the conservatorship in its entirety. Given everything Britney has gone through, it is imperative that people are informed about their decisions and their duties when it comes to a conservatorship. The Cronin Law Firm has experienced attorneys who work in the probate courts and understand the Michigan laws surrounding things such as guardianships, conservatorships, probate estates, and estate planning. Speaking with an attorney can help you navigate the complexities and allow you to leave the meeting feeling safe, secure, and protected about your assets or your family member’s assets. Don’t let what happened to Britney happen to you or a loved one. Contact us today so we can help keep you safe!
The Cronin Law Firm is offering to all of our clients, former clients, or friends of clients, a special 10% off estate planning for the month of January. Please take advantage of this opportunity and give us a call at (248) 258-3500 to see how we can help you create an estate plan or update an existing one.
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