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Paris Jackson Fights Estate Executors Over $625K Fees

3/12/2026

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Paris Jackson is challenging the estate's executors, John Branca and John McClain, over legal fees and transparency.
On February 26, her legal team filed documents opposing a 2018 fee request of $625,000, saying it lacks sufficient explanation.
The estate defends the payments, citing the lawyers' expertise.
Paris's presence at court hearings signals her commitment to regaining control over her father's legacy.

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Story summary

Paris Jackson is challenging the estate's executors, John Branca and John McClain, over legal fees and transparency.
On February 26, her legal team filed documents opposing a 2018 fee request of $625,000, saying it lacks sufficient explanation.
The estate defends the payments, citing the lawyers' expertise.
Paris's presence at court hearings signals her commitment to regaining control over her father's legacy.