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I'd like to compile a thread full of information about criminal defence attorney Blair Berk. Berk became a lawyer for Jamie Spears...But originally, she worked for Britney. A Timeline: Berk first appeared in February 2007, just before Britney admitted herself to rehab for the third and final time: Feb. 16, 2007: Britney shaves her head. Feb. 20, 2007: “Right before Britney went into Promises, after she shaved her head, I got an anonymous call from a man while I was driving in Los Angeles. There are ***** planted in Britney’s Malibu home,” he said, going on to tell me that it was a conspiracy between Kevin and Britney’s assistants to make my daughter look like a bad mother.” (Lynne Spears, "Through The Storm," page 165) Two paragraphs later, Lynne admits that the man who called about the ***** was Sam Lutfi. (Side note: Three months later, Lynne and her friend Jacqueline Butcher proceeded to attend a taping of Dancing With The Stars with Lutfi, and also discuss shoe and jewelry endorsements with him.) Britney checked into Promises rehab center in Los Angeles. Feb. 21, 2007: Kevin Federline was granted an ex parte (emergency) court hearing over custody of their two young sons. Britney checked out of Promises and drove to meet with Blair Berk, a prominent criminal defense attorney. Feb. 22, 2007: Britney checked back into rehab for a third time, staying for 30 days. The Result: The result of this series of events was that Kevin Federline was handed sole physical custody of the boys for the duration of Britney's 30-day rehab stay. For the remainder of 2007, it meant Britney was fighting an uphill battle in the family court, which eventually labelled her a “habitual, frequent and continuous user of alcohol and controlled substances" and later fully stripped her of any form of visitation. It created a situation where Britney would need to obtain the services of Kevin Federline and Jamie Spears for help to solve a problem that they themselves created. Britney would need to enter into a "voluntary" conservatorship in order to visit with her children. Kevin Federline and Jamie Spears brokered a visitation deal in which the conservatorship was required, with Jamie named as the monitor. Blair Berk worked with Jamie Spears to help obtain the conservatorship, apparently based on the information she obtained from Britney herself during their February 2007 encounter. My Request: If you have any knowledge relating to Blair Berks' relationship with either Britney or Jamie Spears, can you please post it here? I'm especially looking for links to legal documents. Thank you!

Sometimes it's easier to solve puzzles when the facts are laid out in chronological order. Can we begin posting key dates, and I can update this post as we go? LAST UPDATED: August 23, 2022 __________________________________ PLEASE NOTE: The original post at the start of this thread is updated almost daily. The sources for the original post are pasted at the end of the thread. The original post is never updated unless there is a solid source which dovetails in some way with other sources. Leads are generated through multiple ongoing research threads which can be found by Googling the following hashtags: __________________________________ 1954: June 19, 1954 - Lou Pearlman is born in Flushing, a suburb of Queens, New York. 1960: Aug. 9, 1960 - Johnny Wright is born in Hyannis, Massachusetts, and grows up in Cape Cod. 1963: July 24, 1963 - Larry Rudolph is born in The Bronx, across the river from Queens, New York. 1971: 1971 - During this year, South African businessmen Clive Calder and Ralph Simon launch a publishing and management company named Zomba Records. Four years later, they relocate to London, England, and sign their first client, a young South African named Robert "Mutt" Lange. Jan. 4, 1971 - Jerry Brown begins his term as Secretary of State of California. 1974: 1974 - During this year, Irving Azoff creates Front Line Management. 1975: Jan. 6, 1975 - Jerry Brown begins his first term as the Governor of the state of California. Brown is dating Linda Ronstadt, who tours with the Eagles and their manager, Irving Azoff. 1976: May 14, 1976 - The Eagles play a benefit concert for Jerry Brown as he runs for President of the United States. The Eageles’ manager is Irving Azoff. July 29, 1976 - James Parnell Spears marries Lynne Bridges in the state of Louisiana. 1978: 1978 - During this year, Zomba Group offices are established in New York City. 1981: 1981 - During this year, Clive Calder launches the American independent record label Jive Records as a subsidiary to the Zomba Group. Calder forms a business relationship with Clive Davis, whose Arista Records begins distributing material by Zomba artists. 1992: 1992 - Johnny Wright relocates to Orlando, Florida and begins managing the Backstreet Boys. With funding provided by Lou Pearlman, Wright moves the group to Europe to begin honing their act. 1993: May 8, 1993 - Billboard reports that entertainment attorney Larry Rudolph has formed a partnership with Steven Beer in New York City. The new firm is to be known as Rudolph & Beer, LLP. 1994: Oct. 1994 - Production ends on Season 7 of the “All-New Mickey Mouse Club" on the Disney Channel. Filmed in Orlando, Florida, seasons 6 and 7 feature 13-year old Britney Spears and 14-year old Justin Timberlake. "When I went home I was really antsy," Britney recalls of her return to her hometown of Kentwood, Louisiana. "That's when my dad called Larry." Dec. 28, 1994 - Lou Pearlman and manager Johnny Wright register Transcontinental Entertainment, Inc. in the state of Florida, along with Robert Fishetti and Wright’s wife Donna Wright. The 1996 annual report is signed by president Louis J. Pearlman. The principal place of business and mailing address are listed as 7380 Sand Lake Road Ste. 350, Orlando, FA 32919. (Company No: P94000094179) 1995: Late 1995 - Britney Spears meets entertainment attorneys Larry Rudolph and Steven Beer, of the New York law firm Rudolph & Beer, LLP. “We met her when she was 14,” recalls Beer. “She had come to New York to get some training and to do some auditions. Someone who wanted to work with her attended a recording agreements class I was teaching and introduced her to my ex-partner and me.” Says Rudolph, “...I have known her since she was 13 years old, and she’d been off ‘The Mickey Mouse Club’ for about a year, which I had not seen. But she brought in a VHS tape and played me some stuff of her, and it was just amazing.” 1996: May 6, 1996 - The Backstreet Boys release their debut album, “Backstreet Boys” in Germany through Jive Records. The credits thank Larry Rudolph and Steven Beer as part of the “Jive Clan.” 1997: 1997 - During this year, Britney joins the Lou Pearlman-funded girl group “Innosense.” The group is managed by Lou Pearlman and Lynn Harless (mother of Justin Timberlake). Mar. 15, 1997 - Billboard reports that the Zomba Music Group is about to restructure their Christian music ventures in the wake of their acquisition of Brentwood Music, Reunion Records, and the Benson Music Group. Brentwood president/COO Jim Van Hook will oversee Zomba's Nashville Christian Music entities, including publishing rights, which chairman/CEO Clive Calder calls a "tremendous asset." July 1997 - Lou Pearlman’s lawyer Larry Rudolph arranges auditions for Britney with a number of record labels in New York, accompanied by promo pictures featuring her lounging around her back garden in denim hot pants. Mercury and Epic, unimpressed with her demeanour and vocal range, turn her down. Oct. 10, 1997 - Britney signs a contract with Jive Records. The contract comes with a "get-out" clause, meaning the record label can drop her within 90 days. She is immediately relocated to New York City, housed in a Jive penthouse, and groomed to become the American version of Robyn. In order to give Britney some direction, Jive’s A&R executive Steve Lunt shows her Robyn's music videos, to which Britney responds, "The record is really good, but the video is all wrong. It's in boring black-and-white and no one is dancing. If it were me I'd be wearing a miniskirt and I'd be dancing.” 1998: 1998 - During this year, Britney’s New York-based attorney Larry Rudolph asks Orlando-based manager Johnny Wright if she can accompany 'N Sync on tour. Mar. 31, 1998 - Lou M. Taylor registers Jeff Fisher Enterprises, LLC in the state of Tennessee as coach Jeff Fisher and the Houston Oilers move to their new stadium in Nashville. Apr. 11, 1998 - Mark A. Alhstrom and his wife, Robin D. Ahlstrom, register Hy-Teck Interiors, Inc., in the state of Florida. The head office is located at 3051 NW 23rd Way, Oakland Park, FL, 33308, and the mailing address is 10732 Lago Welleby Dr., Sunrise, FL, 33351. Oct. 15, 1998 - Britney Spears registers Britney Touring, Inc. in the state of Louisiana through business manager Stacy Smith of Stacy Smith & Associates, 1503 Colley Avenue, Norfolk, VA, 23517, using the Corporation Service Company, 1201 Hays Street, Tallahassee, Florida, 32301-2525. (Company No.: 34698963D) 1999: Jan. 1999 - After consulting with her New York-based attorney Larry Rudolph, Britney Spears enters into a Personal Management Agreement with Orlando-based Johnny Wright. Both James Spears and Lynne Spears sign as her legal guardians. “...Artist shall pay Manager a sum equivalent to Seven and one-half {7½%) percent of Artist's Gross Receipts…” Jan. 1999 - Some time during this year, Bryan Spears becomes engaged to Lauren Melkus of Nashville, TN. Jan. 12, 1999 - Britney Spears releases her first studio album, "Baby, One More Time," through Jive Records and the Zomba Music Group. Jan. 20, 1999 - Britney Spears becomes a defendant in a civil lawsuit filed by 43-year old Philadelphia producer William Kahn, who claims he helped launch her career. James Spears, Lynne Spears, Larry Rudolph, and Jive are all named in the lawsuit. According to the suit, Spears had come to Kahn shortly after the collapse of the ''Mickey Mouse Club.'' For the brief period he spent as her "exclusive personal manager," Kahn is demanding "a sum in excess of $75,000," as his standard 15 percent commission. Mar. 5, 1999 - Entertainment Weekly reports that the William Kahn civil lawsuit was settled out of court on February 12, 1999. Or, rather, "resolved and disposed of," according to Larry Rudolph. "Whether or not there was money involved is a confidential matter." Mar. 18, 1999 - Britney Spears registers Britney Brands, Inc. in the state of Louisiana. Apr. 30, 1999 - The civil lawsuit filed against Britney Spears by producer William Kahn is dismissed with prejudice and without costs. Nov. 2, 1999 - Britney Brands, Inc. signs a deal with Famous Fixins, Inc. to manufacture "Britney Spears CD Bubble Gum," with a launch scheduled for April 2000. As compensation, Britney Brands, Inc. is entitled to a "royalty of 9% of net sales on all units that we sell...Britney Brands is entitled to a minimum royalty guarantee of $150,000, including the advance. We agreed to make a non-refundable payment of $10,000 to the Britney Spears Foundation. We issued to Britney Brands warrants to purchase a total of 200,000 shares of our common stock. The warrants are exercisable at $0.25 per share..." As part of the deal, Famous Fixins, Inc. issues the common stock, valued at $95,496, to Britney Spears, Signatures Network, Inc., Laurence H. Rudolph, Johnny Wright, Burt Padell and Reggie Covington. Dec. 1999 - Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake, both clients of the law firm of Rudolph & Beer, LLC, enter into donor agreements with the Boston-based Giving Back Fund, Inc., a charitable corporation to which contributions qualify for tax deductions under§ 501 (c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code. lt is not the more familiar form of charitable organization which exists to raise money for some single use such as The American Cancer Society. Rather, for a fee, it provides a structure which receives funds generated or donated by a prominent donor and administers a charitable account in the name of that donor. The donor is thus able to raise funds and participate in decisions directing the funds to favored donees. The objective is to avoid the costs and burdens of creating and administering a charitable foundation while getting a pre-approved I.R.C. § 501 (c) (3) umbrella. Dec. 2, 1999 - Britney Spears turns 18, which is the age of majority in her home state of Louisiana and in the states of Florida, New York, and California. 2000: Jan. 1, 2000 - Britney Spears and her mother, Lynne Spears, release the book "Britney Spears: Heart to Heart" through Scholastic Books. Mar. 2000 - Around this time, Corina Biggar becomes the Foundation Director of the Boston-based Giving Back Fund, Inc. Mar. 2000 - Around this time, Mark Steverson, an associate and employee of the law firm Rudolph & Beer, LLP, is added to the Board of Directors for the Boston-based Giving Back Fund, Inc. Mar. 24, 2000 - James Spears registers “Develop & Design Build, Inc.” in the state of Louisiana. Apr. 14, 2000 - Johnny Wright negotiates an amendment to Britney's recording agreement with Zomba, providing for additional advances and increased royalties. Apr. 17, 2000 - Britney Spears forms Britney Films, Ltd. May 3, 2000 - Britney Spears releases her second studio album, "Oops!...I Did It Again," through Jive Records and the Zomba Music Group. Producer Billy Kahn is named in the credits as a “talent scout.” Sept. 12, 2000 - Britney Spears forms Britney Television, LLC. Sept. 19, 2000 - Upon reaching the age of majority, Britney Spears ratifies an amendment to her Personal Management Agreement with Johnny Wright. The contract is for one year, with annual renewals. Dec. 1, 2000 - Britney Spears purchases Unit 803 in the Silk Building in Manhattan, located at 14 East 4th Street, New York, NY. The purchase is made through One More Time Music, Inc. c/o Bert Padell of Padell, Nadell, Fine & Weinberger, 156 West 56th Street, New York, NY, 10019. 2001: Feb. 21, 2001 - After consulting with her attorney, Larry Rudolph, Britney Spears signs an amendment to her Personal Management Agreement with Johnny Wright, extending the agreement to provide a termination date of February 20, 2003, and a "sunset"on payment of commissions to February 20, 2008. The fixed commission rate of 7.5% is replaced with a sliding payscale (7.5% for $0 - $20M; 6.75% for $20M-$30M; 6% for $30M-$40M; 5.25% for $40M+). Mar. 2001 - Around this time, Mark Steverson, an associate and employee of the law firm Rudolph & Beer, LLC, travels to Boston, MA, to meet with Marc Pollick, the president of the Giving Back Fund, Inc. Apr. 10, 2001 - Britney and her mother, Lynne Spears, release "A Mother's Gift" through Delacorte Books for Young Readers. Apr. 26, 2001 - Britney registers B & L Music, Inc. in the state of New York. The registered address is Rudolph & Beer, LLP, at 432 Park Avenue South 2nd Fl., New York, NY, 10016. June 6, 2001 - Britney Spears' manager, Johnny Wright, forms Wright Entertainment Group, LLC. July 2001 - Lou M. Taylor parts ways with Tri Star Accounting Group of Boca Raton, Florida, after selling the business to the accounting firm Gilman Ciocia. July 1, 2001 - Corina Biggar, the Foundation Director of the Boston-based Giving Back Fund, Inc., relocates to their New York office, which occupies office space within the law firm of Rudolph & Beer, LLP, at 432 Park Avenue South 2nd Fl., New York, NY, 10016. July 16, 2001 - Corina Biggar, the Foundation Director of the Giving Back Fund, Inc. gives notice to the organization that she is resigning effective July 31, 2001. Her office is located within the law firm of Rudolph & Beer, LLP, at 432 Park Avenue South 2nd Fl., New York, NY, 10016. July 26, 2001 - Britney's business manager, Pat Marchese of Padell, Nadell, Fine & Weinberger, LLC, receives an email from Dave Pierfy of Wright Entertainment Group, LLC, requesting that all cheques be made payable to the newly formed Wright Entertainment Group, LLC, instead of Wright Entertainment Group, Inc. Ms. Marchese complies, sending all subsequent cheques to the new company. Aug. 31, 2001 - AEG Concerts, LLC and Britney Touring, Inc. form an agreement that for every ticket sold in connection with Britney's first thirty one (31) tour events, $1.00 of the gross ticket price from US and Canadian venues shall be donated to the children of NYC policeman and firefighters lost in the September 11, 2001 World Trade Center terrorist attack. Sept. 17, 2001 - Corina Biggar, the former Foundation Director of the Giving Back Fund, Inc., is hired by the families of Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake to manage the Britney Spears Foundation and the Justin Timberlake Foundation. Oct. 5, 2001 - Britney Spears forms the Britney Spears Foundation. Oct. 18, 2001 - Britney Spears forms Britney On-Line, Inc. Oct. 31, 2001 - Britney Spears releases her third studio album, "Britney," through Jive Records and the Zomba Recording Group. Nov. 1, 2001 - The first leg of the Dream Within A Dream tour kicks off in Columbus, OH. It is the first of 31 North American dates. Nov. 15, 2001 - The Palms Casino Resort opens in Las Vegas, Nevada. It is owned by the Maloof family, and is primarily overseen by George Maloof. Dec. 4, 2001 - Britney's business manager Bert Padell of Padell, Nadel, Fine & Weinberger, LLC, mails a commissions check from Britney Touring, Inc. to Wright Entertainment Group, LLC. The check arrives via PNFW, 156 West 56th Street, New York, NY, 10019. 2002: Jan. 2002 - Around this time, Mark Steverson, an associate and employee of the law firm Rudolph & Beer, LLC, is removed from the Board of Directors for the Boston-based Giving Back Fund, Inc. Feb. 2002 - Britney's younger sister, Jamie Lynn Spears, makes her acting debut in the film Crossroads. Feb. 19, 2002 - Larry Rudolph, Mark Steverson of Rudolph & Beer, LLP, and Corina Biggar are named as defendants in a civil action filed by the Giving Back Fund in Boston, MA. Feb. 28, 2002 - Tri Star Sports and Entertainment Group, Inc., is registered in Tennessee. It is originally located at 215 Ward Circle #200, Brentwood, TN 37027. Mar. 2002 - Britney and her assistant, Felicia Culotta, release "Britney Spears's Crossroads Diary" through Scholastic, Inc. Mar 1, 2002 - AEG Concerts, LLC and Britney Touring, Inc. modify their agreement to include an additional thirty five (35) tour events, with $1.00 of the gross ticket price from US and Canadian concert venues to be donated to those lost in the September 11, 2001 World Trade Center terrorist attack. Apr. 4, 2002 - The Britney Spears Foundation makes a grant of $843,502.00 to the Twin Towers Fund. The grant is a result of the agreement between AEG Concerts, LCC and Britney Touring, Inc. to donate $1.00 from each ticket sold at 66 North American concert dates. Apr. 22, 2002 - Sweet Jamie Music, Inc. is registered in the state of Louisiana. May 8, 2002 - The Britney Spears Foundation files its first Application For Extension Of Time To File An Exempt Organization Return. The document is filed by Bert Padell, CPA. The second page is missing; the location of the books is unknown. The Foundation's address is listed as c/o PNFW, located at 156 West 56th Street, New York, NY, 10019. May 23, 2002 - Gossip blogs report that Britney's parents, James and Lynne Spears, have separated and that Lynne is asking for a divorce. May 24, 2002 - The second leg of the Dream Within A Dream tour kicks off in Las Vegas, NV. It is the first of 35 additional North American dates. July 28, 2002 - Britney concludes the Dream Within A Dream tour with two back-to-back dates in Mexico City. July 29, 2002 - Britney purchases Units 1109 and 1110 in the Silk Building in Manhattan, located at 14 East 4th Street, New York, NY. The purchase is made through One More Time Music, Inc. c/o Bert Padell of Padell, Nadell, Fine & Weinberger, 156 West 56th Street, New York, NY, 10019. July 29, 2002 - Acting as an officer of One More Time Music, Inc., Bert Padell of Padell, Nadell, Fine & Weinberger, LLC, is given Power of Attorney over Units 1109 and 1110 in the Silk Building in Manhattan, located at 14 East 4th Street, New York, NY. Aug. 19, 2002 - Britney's business manager, Bert Padell of Padell, Nadel, Fine & Weinberger, LLC, mails a commission cheque from Britney Brands, Inc. to Wright Entertainment Group, LLC. The cheque arrives via PNFW, 156 West 56th Street, New York, NY, 10019. Aug. 27, 2002 - Britney Spears forms Britney Management Corporation. Aug. 29, 2002 - Tri-Star Sports and Entertainment Group, Inc., a Florida corporation, undergoes an Article of Amendment. Director Louise M. Taylor is removed and replaced with Director/President Shawne Blair, and the name is changed to Tri-Star Management Group, Inc. Sept. 8, 2002 - The Britney Spears Foundation submits its first "Form 990" tax exemption form for the period beginning on October 15, 2001 and ending December 31, 2001. The form lists nine people who are directors or officers, including Britney Spears, James Spears, Lynne Spears, Bryan Spears, Larry Rudolph, Dan Dymtrow, Bert Padell, Kim Igoe Casper, Katherine McHugh, Candace Mitchell, and Reggie Covington. The Foundation's address is listed as c/o PNFW, located at 156 West 56th Street, New York, NY, 10019. The books are listed as being in the care of Padell, Nadel, Fine & Weinberger, LLC, located at 156 West 56th Street, New York, NY, 10019. The form is prepared by Bert Paddell of Padell, Nadel, Fine & Weinberger, LLC, located at 156 West 56th Street, New York, NY, 10019. Sept. 21, 2002 - Jamie Lynn Spears makes her debut in the Season 8 premiere of Nickelodeon's scripted series "All That." Nov. 27, 2002 - Around this time, Tri Star Sports and Entertainment Group, Inc., based in Brentwood, Tennessee, launches a new website at https://www.tristarse.com. Dec. 2, 2002 - Britney Spears turns 21, which is the Uniform Transfers to Minors Act (UMTA) age of majority in the states of Florida and New York. Money deposited into a UTMA account typically can't be withdrawn except by the child at the appropriate age. A UTMA custodian may be able to use some custodial assets for the "use and benefit of the minor." 2003: Jan. 2003 - Some time during this year, Bryan Spears begins overseeing Britney's finances. "It was 2003 that I took over, until 2009," he claims in an interview from July 23, 2020. "We didn't have anyone that was overseeing the actual financial business development, next step kind of thing for Brit. We had managers, we had business managers, we had agents. Everything. But no one was looking at what the left hand was doing and looking at what the right hand was doing. There was no top cop, basically, who was looking out for her best interests. So we, as a family, as we always do, vote and come up with a family decision. We all thought that would be a good idea for me to oversee all of it...Making sure money is being put away, new business is being formed, brands are being formed, trying to make money while we sleep so we're not so focused on having to tour." Bryan continues, "Looking at a situation...if I feel like I don't have a really good handle on it, or if I feel like I don't have the expertise to conquer it, I go and hire or find the person or company that can. So, I went and hired Ernst & Young out of Nashville, brought them in and did an entire audit of every single detail of her business from publishing to branding to merchandising...we had a huge doll line. Tour merch, and all of that. And I had those guys give me a report that showed me, and we all broke it down. And then I went back, assessed it, and then I wound up having to make a lot of adjustments after that." Interviewer: "So how did you feel when you got that report?" Bryan: "I was not very well liked, you could put it that way, amongst the team." Interviewer: "Did you give a rat's ***? I mean, if they're stealing from your sister?" Bryan: "Looking back on it, I did what was right." Interviewer: "What did you do? Did you clean house?" Bryan: "Ya. Everyone but the manager." Jan. 2003 - Some time during this year, Bryan Spears ends his engagement with Lauren Melkus, of Nashville, TN. Feb. 20, 2003 - Britney Spears' Personal Management Agreement with Johnny Wright comes to its scheduled conclusion. Feb. 28, 2003 - The Britney Spears Foundation Camp for the Performing Arts, LLC is incorporated as a not-for-profit organization and a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Britney Spears Foundation to provide opportunities for underprivileged children. The LLC enters into an agreement with a third party to administer and operate the Camp during 2003. Apr. 1, 2003 - The Britney Spears Foundation is audited by the accounting firm of Herzog & Straus, located 156 West 56th Street, New York, NY, 10019. An Independent Auditors Report shows the Foundation's financial report for 2002 incorrectly underreported the contributions received by the Foundation from the public for the calendar year ending December 31, 2001. The Foundation's financial report, prepared by Padell, Nadel, Fine & Weinberger, LLC, excluded $365,654.00 of ticket proceeds received from AEG Concerts, LCC and Britney Touring, Inc. Corresponding, the financial report excluded $365,654.00 from the grant the Foundation made to the Twin Towers Fund on April 4, 2002. May 13, 2003 - The Britney Spears Foundation files an Application For Extension Of Time To File An Exempt Organization Return. The document is filed by Executive Director Nina Biggar. The second page is missing; the location of the books is unknown. The Foundation's address is listed as c/o Sherrard & Roe, PLC, located at 424 Church Street, Ste. 2000, Nashville, TN, 37219. June 8, 2003 - Britney visits Six Flags Magic Mountain to help promote their newest ride, “Scream.” She is photographed with her brother, Bryan Spears, his girlfriend Lauren Melkus, and Larry Rudolph’s apprentice at ReignDeer Entertainment, Dan Dymtrow. June 24, 2003 - A branch of Britney Touring, Inc. is incorporated as a "foreign business corporation" in the state of New York by Rudolph & Beer, LLP, Attn: Park Avenue South, 432 Park Avenue South 2nd Fl., New York, NY, 10016. (Company No.: 2923015) June 25, 2003 - A branch of Britney Brands, Inc. is incorporated as a "foreign business corporation" in the state of New York. (Company No.: 2923656) July 22, 2003 - Britney Spears signs a Personal Management Agreement with the newly formed ReignDeer Entertainment as Larry Rudolph splits with his law firm of Rudolph & Beer, LLP. Aug. 6, 2003 - Britney's business manager Stacy Smith mails a commission check from Britney Brands, Inc. to Wright Entertainment Group, LLC. The check arrives via Stacy Smith & Associates, 1503 Colley Avenue, Norfolk, VA, 23517. Aug. 22, 2003 - The Britney Spears Foundation submits its second "Form 990" tax exemption form for the year 2002. The address of the Foundation is now 424 Church Street, Ste. 2000, Nashville, TN, 37219. The directors or officers are now Britney Spears, James Spears, Lynne Spears, Bryan Spears, Ninna Biggar, and John McMahon; the address for all is 432 Park Avenue South, 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10016 (the same address as ReignDeer Entertainment). The books are listed as being in the possession of Stacy Smith & Associates, 1503 Colley Avenue, Norfolk, VA, 23517. The Form 990 is signed by Executive Director Ninna Biggar, and is prepared by Michel G. Kaplan, a lawyer at Sherrard & Roe, PLC, located at 424 Church Street, Ste. 2000, Nashville, TN, 37219. Sept. 8, 2003 - George Maloof confirms that construction on a second tower at The Palms hotel-casino on Flamingo Road expects to begin within a year. Nov. 12, 2003 - Britney releases her fourth album, "In The Zone," through Jive Records and the Zomba Recording Group. Nov. 12, 2003 - ABC News reports that Britney has been interviewed by Diane Sawyer for an upcoming episode of Primetime. In the interview, Britney says "I have an uncle from back at home who takes care of my big sum of money." Nov. 20, 2003 - A copy of the certificate of incorporation for Britney Touring, Inc. is created by the Louisiana Secretary of State for use in an application for incorporation in the state of Florida. Nov. 27, 2003 - After “In The Zone” debuts at No. 1 on the charts, Britney flies to Hawaii to celebrate Thanksgiving. Those who accompany her include her brother, Bryan Spears, and Larry Rudolph’s apprentice at ReignDeer Entertainment, Dan Dymtrow. Dec. 2, 2003 - Britney's website announces an upcoming North American tour to promote her fourth album, "In The Zone." A portion of all ticket sales from the 25 scheduled dates are to benefit the Britney Spears Foundation. Dec. 16, 2003 - The Florida Secretary of State receives an application from Stacy Smith & Associates of Norfolk, VA, to register Britney Touring, Inc. as a "foreign profit corporation" in the state of Florida. Dec. 19, 2003 - A branch of Sweet Jamie Music, Inc., is registered as a "foreign stock" in the state of California. Lynne Spears is named as the president. The principal executive office is c/o Stacy Smith & Associates, 1503 Colley Avenue, Norfolk, VA, 23517. The principal office in the state of California is Ziffren, Brittenham, Branca, Fischer, Gilbert-Lurie & Stiffelman, located at 1801 Century Park W #7th, Los Angeles, CA 90067. Dec. 26, 2003 - Stacy Smith & Associates of Norfolk, VA, pays $70.00 to the Florida Secretary of State to register Britney Touring, Inc. as a "foreign profit corporation" in the state of Florida. Dec. 30, 2003 - The Florida Department of State writes to Stacy Smith & Associates of Norfolk, VA: "We have received your document for BRITNEY TOURING, INC. and your check(s) totaling $70.00. However, the document has not been filed and is being retained in this office for the following...this office collects a civil penalty of $1000 for each year this entity transacted business or conducted its affairs in Florida prior to qualification and the appropriate annual report/uniform business report fees that would have been due this office had the entity qualified the year it began operations in this state. The amount due this office to cover both annual report/uniform business report and penalty fees is $3,450." Late 2003 - During Season 9 of Nickelodeon's series "All That," network executives begin exploring a spin-off series to be built around Jamie Lynn Spears. 2004: Jan. 3, 2004 - Around 5:00 a.m., Britney marries childhood friend Jason Alexander in Las Vegas without a prenuptial agreement. They were reportedly in Las Vegas to celebrate New Year's Eve while staying in the "Real World" suite at the Palms. After learning about the nuptials, Spears’ manager, Larry Rudolph, visits Palms owner George J. Maloof, Jr. at his Las Vegas home. “He knocked on my door to tell me that Britney got married and wanted to know if I could help,” Maloof recalls. Later, Britney is spotted dining at N9NE, the Palms' steakhouse, on Saturday night with new husband Jason Alexander, Rudolph, Maloof, her brother Bryan, and friends. Jan. 5, 2004 - Las Vegas billionaire George Maloof enlists criminal defense attorney David Chesnoff to annul Britny’s marriage to Jason Alexander. “There is no marriage now,” says Chesnoff. “Jason agreed to this completely. They’ve made a wise decision. I know they care about each other. They are friends.” In the annulment petition, Chesnoff argues that, “Plaintiff Spears lacked understanding of her actions to the extent that she was incapable of agreeing to the marriage.” Alexander claims he was “duped” into the divorce by Britney’s mother and her management. One month later, her team disconnects her phone so Jason can no longer reach her. Jan. 6, 2004 - Jason Alexander signs with powerful PR and marketing agent Ira Rainess, who is fielding book and television offers. Feb. 2, 2004 - Consistent with industry custom and practices, Britney Spears and Britney Touring, Inc. pay $1.3-million in premiums for contingency insurance to cover her upcoming world tour. The insurance is to cover abandonment, postponement, or cancellation of shows during the tour, in the average amount of $380,000 per show, for 82 scheduled shows. The policies cover a period from February 3, 2004 until August 10, 2004, with a deductible of $760,000 and a total indemnity limit of $26,772,000. Feb. 2, 2004 - By this date, fan donations to the Britney Spears Foundation are being mailed to the same address as the former law firm of Rudolph & Beer, LLP, and the newly formed ReignDeer Entertainment, LLC, at 432 Park Avenue South, 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10016. Feb. 10, 2004 - Larry Rudolph registers ReignDeer Entertainment, LLC, in the state of New York. Feb. 26, 2004 - A branch of Britney Touring, Inc. is incorporated as a "foreign profit corporation" in Florida by Stacy Smith & Associates, 1503 Colley Ave., Norfolk, VA, 23517. The certificate is issued by the Florida Secretary of State after a penalty of $3,450.00 is paid to compensate for transacting business in the state for over three years without incorporating. (Company No.: F04000001093) Feb. 26, 2004 - By this date, 29 new stops have been announced for a European leg of the Onyx Hotel tour, starting on April 26, 2004 in London, England, and ending on June 6, 2004 in Dublin, Ireland. Mar. 2, 2004 - The North American leg of the Onyx Hotel tour kicks off in San Diego, CA. Mar. 3, 2004 - Mitchell S. Martin registers as an investment advisor with Stonebridge Wealth Management in Nashville, TN. Apr. 14, 2004 - The North American leg of the Onyx Hotel tour concludes at the Palace of Auburn Hills in Auburn Hills, MI. Apr. 19, 2004 - Robin D. Ahlstrom (nee Greenhill) is granted a divorce from Mark A. Ahlstrom. Notary Mitchell S. Martin signs the divorce documents on behalf of Robin in Brentwood, TN. Apr. 20, 2004 - JJ Chill opens in Venice Beach, CA. It is founded by Harvard summer school roommates Joseph Nejman and Jason Guffy. Apr. 23, 2004 - Britney is spotted for the first time with Kevin Federline on a beach in Santa Monica, CA with the paparazzi taking photos and video just inches away. Apr. 26, 2004 - The European leg of the Onyx Hotel tour kicks off at Wembley Stadium in London, England. June 6, 2004 - The European leg of the Onyx Hotel tour concludes at the RDS Arena in Dublin, Ireland. June 16, 2004 - Britney cancels the second North American leg of the Onyx Hotel tour after suffering a knee injury on the set of the "Outrageous" music video. The 35 dates are set to be rescheduled following four months of rest after her arthroscopic surgery. July 26, 2004 - Britney's estimated $100-million fortune is placed into the SJB Revocable Trust. Britney is the sole Trustee. The Trust includes all of Britney's corporations: BBS Entertainment Inc., Britney Brands, Inc., Britney Films, Inc., Britney On-Line, Inc., Britney Television, LLC, One More Time Music, Inc., Parklane Productions, LLC, Coastal Operatives, LLC, B & L Music, Inc., Fairy Zone Productions, Inc. (California), Bridgemore Timber, LLC, Vista Peace Productions, LLC, Britney Touring, Inc. (the "Entities"), and Fairy Zone Productions, Inc. (Delaware). The Trust also includes all of Britney's stocks and securities, cash and cash equivalents such as bank and savings accounts, and personal items such as jewelry, vehicles, and clothing. There are five ways to contest a trust in the state of California: Undue influence, mental incompetence, forgery, a defect in the document, and multiple trust documents. July 26, 2004 - The Love Shack Trust is established to enable Britney to purchase real estate. July 28, 2004 - The Britney Spears Foundation is audited by the certified public accountants and business advisors at Lattimore, Black, Morgan & Cain, P.C., located at 5250 Virginia Way, P.O. Box 1869, Brentwood, TN, 37024-1869. Under "Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements, the auditor states that "Contributions include rent paid by a donor on behalf of the Foundation totaling $47,096." Aug. 2004 - Jamie Lynn Spears signs a development deal with Nickelodeon in which she would star as the protagonist in her own scripted television series that would air on the network. Filming for "Zoey 101" begins on the campus of Pepperdine University in Malibu, California, with Paul Butcher cast to play opposite Jamie Lynn's character. Aug. 21, 2004 - James Spears is released from a rehabilitation facility in Malibu after being treated for alcohol addiction. He is picked up from the facility by Britney and Kevin Federline. Aug. 23, 2004 - The Britney Spears Foundation submits its third "Form 990" tax exemption form for the year 2003. The address of the Foundation remains 424 Church Street, Ste. 2000, Nashville, TN, 37219. The directors or officers remain Britney Spears, James Spears, Lynne Spears, Bryan Spears, Ninna Biggar, and John McMahon; the address for all is 432 Park Avenue South, 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10016 (the same address as ReignDeer Entertainment). The books are listed as being in the possession of Stacy Smith & Associates, 1503 Colley Avenue, Norfolk, VA, 23517. The Form 990 is signed by Executive Director Ninna Biggar, and is prepared by Michel G. Kaplan, a lawyer at Sherrard & Roe, PLC, located at 424 Church Street, Ste. 2000, Nashville, TN, 37219. At the bottom of page five, Kaplan notes that, "The Foundation was charged an amount for rent of its office space; however, a payment was made directly from Britney Spears to ReignDeer Entertainment to cover rent expenses as a donation to the Foundation. The office space was never occupied rent-free." Aug. 27, 2004 - The Britney Spears Foundation files an Application For Extension Of Time To File An Exempt Organization Return. The document is filed by Executive Director Nina Biggar. The second page is missing; the location of the books is unknown. The Foundation's address is listed as 424 Church Street, Ste. 2000, Nashville, TN, 37219. Sept. 13, 2004 - Britney launches her first perfume, Curious, with a fan event at Macy's. Her brother Bryan later explains in an interview from July 23, 2020 that "My thing was new business development, that's what I kind of focused on. Which was the branding, and creating the Elizabeth Arden fragrance line with her. Just that alone has done over a $100-billion in sales...If your brand is producing those kind of numbers globally, in a 10-year span, that's a lot of money." Sept. 14, 2004 - Britney and Kevin Federline sign an “Agreement, Re: September 18 Wedding Ceremony,” whereby they both acknowledge their pending nuptials on September 18th will not be legally binding and that they intend to enter into a prenuptial agreement prior to a valid marriage. Sept. 17, 2004 – Britney’s family law attorney Laura Wasser and Kevin Federline’s attorney Mark Vincent Kaplan sign the “Agreement, Re: September 18 Wedding Ceremony.” Sept. 18, 2004 - Britney marries backup dancer Kevin Federline in a surprise ceremony touted as an "engagement party." Sept. 29, 2004 - Britney purchases a home in the Serra Retreat neighborhood at 3200 Retreat Court, Malibu, CA, 90265. Stacy Smith signs as trustee of the Love Shack Trust. The contact address is listed as 1880 Century Park East, Suite 1600, Los Angeles, CA. Oct. 6, 2004 - Britney fires manager Larry Rudolph. Oct. 6, 2004 - Britney legally marries Kevin Federline after both parties hash out a pre-nuptial agreement. Oct. 14, 2004 - Larry Rudolph’s ReignDeer Entertainment, LLC, joins forces with production business Maloof Entertainment to develop television projects. Rudolph currently produces MTV's "Newlyweds: Nick & Jessica" and develops new series for the MTV Network Group. Nov. 2004 - James P. Spears buys a smoothie shop named "JJ Chill" in Venice with investor Joseph Nejman. Nov. 9, 2004 - Britney releases her fifth album, "Greatest Hits: My Prerogative," through Jive Records and the Zomba Recording Group. 2005: Jan. 6, 2005 - Gossip blogs report that Britney hires Dan Dymtrow, a former apprentice of Larry Rudolph at ReignDeer Entertainment, to manage her career. Jan. 15, 2005 - Billboard reports that Dan Dymtrow is not managing Britney, but remains part of her "team" while working in the same capacity as he did prior to Larry Rudolph's departure. Jan. 18, 2005 - James P. Spears changes the name of his company "Develop & Design Build, Inc." to "Spears Management, Inc." James is the President and sole shareholder. The documents are signed in Venice, California. Jan. 20, 2005 - A branch of Britney Brands, Inc. is incorporated as "foreign stock" in the state of California. The signing officer is "Britney Federline, President." The principal executive office is listed as c/o Gelfand, Rennert & Feldman, 1880 Century Park East, Suite 1600, Los Angeles, CA. The principal office is listed as 201 Ocean Avenue, #1201 P, Santa Monica, CA, 90402. (Company No.: C2724523) Feb. 2, 2005 - Britney and Britney Touring, Inc. file a civil complaint in the state of New York in an effort to recoup over $9.8-million in losses from the eight insurance companies who insured her 2004 Onyx Hotel tour. Feb. 14, 2005 - DMand Entertainment, owned by Dan Dymtrow, is listed as management for "Do Somethin," the second single off of Britney's first greatest hits album, Greatest Hits: My Prerogative. Mar. 26, 2005 - The Chicago Tribune reports that Queens-born NBA player Ron Artest, of the Indiana Pacers, is working with a “life management company” called Tri-Star Sports and Entertainment Group. Mar. 28, 2005 - The mailing address for donations to the Britney Spears Foundation changes from that of ReignDeer Entertainment, LLC, located at 432 Park Avenue South, 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10016, to the address of 24-32 Union Square East, 4th Floor, New York, NY 10003. This address is shared by Do Something!, Inc., a non-profit aimed at motivating young people to make positive change. Apr. 9, 2005 - GQ reports that Queens-born NBA player Ron Artest, of the Indiana Pacers, has hired a new management team led by Nashville-based Lou M. Taylor of Tri Star Sports & Entertainment Group. The Tri Star team takes what they call a "holistic" approach to managing celebrities. May 2005 - The second season of "Zoey 101" starring Jamie Lynn Spears begins filming on the campus of Pepperdine University in Malibu, California. May 3, 2005 - A branch of Britney Touring, Inc. is registered as "foreign stock" in the state of California. The signing officer is "Britney Federline, President." The principal executive office is listed as 1880 Century Park East, Suite 1600, Los Angeles, CA. The principal office is listed as 1880 Century Park East, Suite 1600, Los Angeles, CA. (Company No.: C2748100) May 13, 2005 - Todd E. Gelfand appears in property records as a trustee of the Love Shack Trust. May 15, 2005 - Billboard reports that in addition to managing Britney Spears, Dan Dymtrow is now managing 15-year old Taylor Swift. July 27, 2005 - Stacy Smith appears for the last time in property records as a trustee of the Love Shack Trust. July 27, 2007 - Bryan Spears registers Pork Chop Productions, Inc. as a domestic stock corporation in the state of California. The registered address is 2658 Griffith Park Blvd., #118, Los Angeles, CA, 90039, and the mailing address is 3452 E Foothill Blvd., #125, Pasadena, CA, 91107. Aug. 8, 2005 - The Britney Spears Foundation files an Application For Extension Of Time To File An Exempt Organization Return. The document is filed by Jill Y. Hudson, CPA, of Lattimore, Black, Morgan & Cain, P.C., located at 5250 Virginia Way, P.O. Box 1869, Brentwood, TN, 37024-1869. The books are listed as being in the care of Gelfand, Rennert & Feldman, LLP, located at 1880 Century Park East, Los Angeles, CA. Sept. 14, 2005 - Britney gives birth to Sean Preston. Sept. 16, 2005 - Britney Touring, LLC, registered as a "foreign profit" corporation at 1201 Hays Street, Tallahassee, Florida, 32301-2525, is marked as "Inactive" and "Revoked for Annual Report." Its last event occurs on February 26, 2004, and its principal contact is Stacy Smith & Associates, 1503 Colley Avenue, Norfolk, VA, 23517. (Company No.: F04000001093) Oct. 25, 2005 - The Spears Family Hurricane Relief Foundation is registered in Tennessee as a public benefit corporation. The registered agent is Michel G. Kaplan, the mailing address is listed as 424 Church Street, Ste. 2000, Nashville, TN, 37219, and the principal office is listed as 424 Church Street, Ste. 2000, Nashville, TN, 37219. Nov. 14, 2005 - The Britney Spears Foundation submits its fourth "Form 990" tax exemption form for the year 2004. The address of the Foundation changes to the offices of Gelfand, Rennert & Feldman, LLP, located at 1880 Century Park East, Los Angeles, CA. The directors or officers remain Britney Spears, James Spears, Lynne Spears, Bryan Spears, Ninna Biggar, and John McMahon; the address for all is 1880 Century Park East, Suite 1600, Los Angeles, CA. The books are listed as being in the possession of Gelfand, Rennert & Feldman, LLP, located at 1880 Century Park East, Los Angeles, CA. The Form 990 is signed by [unintelligible], and is prepared by Jill Y. Hudson, CPA, of Lattimore, Black, Morgan & Cain, P.C., located at 5250 Virginia Way, P.O. Box 1869, Brentwood, TN, 37024-1869. Nov. 19, 2005 - The insurance companies named as defendants in the Onyx Hotel Tour civil action request to take the deposition of Steven Nixon, of Music Tour Management, Inc. It is believed that Dixon created and prepared the tour budgets, calculated the estimated tour income, and projected tour revenue for the tour. Dec. 6, 2005 - A new recording studio opens at The Palms in Las Vegas. George Maloof builds the studio at the suggestion of Larry Rudolph. 2006: Jan. 5, 2006 - Britney attends a launch party at The Palms Casino Resort for the “Palms Home Poker Host,” a computer software program designed to train users to host professional poker tournaments. The software is developed through JSM1, LLC, a partnership between James Spears, and George Maloof’s Fiesta Palms, LLC. Jan. 25, 2006 - Queens-born NBA player Ron Artest is traded from the Indiana Pacers to the Sacramento Kings. The Kings are owned by Las Vegas billionaire George Maloof. Jan. 27, 2006 - Gawker reports that smoothie shop JJ Chill, owned by James Spears and Joseph Nejman, has closed its doors permanently. May 28, 2006 - The Palms’ new 40-story Fantasy Tower opens its $40,000 per night Sky Villas to the public. June 7, 2006 - US Weekly reports that Britney's family has hired a Christian life coach to assist in her decision to file for divorce from Kevin Federline. June 28, 2006 - Mabel Tash, the director of RHF Management Services, LLC, emails David Pierfy of the Wright Entertainment Group (WEG). "Dear Dave, Good talking to you this morning. As we discussed, I will look into the accounting next week. I quickly ran some reports, and I see that Wright Entertainment has been paid as recently as 5/6/06." June 28, 2006 - David Pierfy, of WEG, replies to an email from Mabel Tash, the director of RHF Management Services, LLC. "That is true. However, we have not been paid for record royalties since the period ended December 31, 2003." June 29, 2006 - Dan Dymtrow is reported to be the "business manager" of Kevin Federline. July 12, 2006 - Gupta Legal, PLLC is incorporated in New York, with a registered address of 17962 Foxborough Ln, Boca Raton, FL, 33496. Aug. 2006 - Britney begins recording with Danja and Keri Hilson in Las Vegas at George Maloof’s Studio at the Palms. Aug. 4, 2006 - The Britney Spears Foundation files an Application For Extension Of Time To File An Exempt Organization Return. The document is filed by Jill Y. Hudson, CPA, of Lattimore, Black, Morgan & Cain, P.C., located at 5250 Virginia Way, P.O. Box 1869, Brentwood, TN, 37024-1869. The books are listed as being in the care of Gelfand, Rennert & Feldman, LLP, located at 1880 Century Park East, Los Angeles, CA. Aug. 5, 2006 - By now, Jamie Lynn Spears is a client of Tri Star Sports & Entertainment Group. According to president Lou M. Taylor's bio, "I focus on making a difference in our business by operating a life management model that includes a cohesive working relationship with each member of a client’s team to ensure maximum professional support and counsel." The Tri Star website lists the staff as including Taylor and Mitch Martin. Aug. 7, 2006 - James Spears and Fiesta Palms, LLC register JSM1, LLC in the state of Nevada. The address for both is shared by the Palms Casino at 4321 W Flamingo Rd, Las Vegas, NV, 89103. Aug. 17, 2006 - Britney sells Units 1109 and 1110 in the Silk Building in Manhattan, located at 14 East 4th Street, New York, NY. The sale is made through One More Time Music, Inc. c/o Gelfand, Rennert & Feldman, LLP, located at 1880 Century Park East, #1600, Los Angeles, CA. Aug. 30, 2006 - Sweet Jamie Music, Inc., owned by Jamie Lynn Spears, undergoes a Change of Officer. Sept. 12, 2006 - Britney gives birth to Jayden James. Sept. 21, 2006 - The Onyx Hotel Tour civil lawsuit between Britney Touring, Inc. and eight insurance companies draws to a close in the state of New York. All court documents are sealed. Oct. 2006 - Britney hires Sean Phillip as a personal trainer. He claims that following Britney's separation from Kevin Federline she was given two unknown pills daily, that she didn't have the access code to her new house, didn't have a phone, and didn't have access to her money — only the number for a black Amex card assigned to her manager's business scrawled on a piece of paper. Oct. 20, 2006 - David Pierfy, of WEG, emails Mabel Tash, director of RHF Management Services, LLC. "Mabel, We received a check for $41,762 earlier this week. Thank you very much. Can you provide some supporting documentation to show how this amount was calculated? Also, the "Description" on the check indicates that the payment is for commissions for June 2005 - June 2006. I still believe that we are entitled to commissions on 2004 royalty accountings, which were not paid by Britney's previous business manager. Please advise. Best regards, Dave Pierfy, Wright Entertainment Group." Nov. 7, 2006 - Britney files a petition for divorce from Kevin Federline. She requests legal and physical custody of their children. Nov. 8, 2006 - Britney goes ice skating with Larry Rudolph at the Rockefeller Center rink in New York City. Nov. 8, 2006 - The Britney Spears Foundation completes its fifth "Form 990" tax exemption form for the year 2005. The address of the Foundation changes to the offices of RHF Management Services, LLP, located at 10100 Santa Monica Blvd., Suite 1300, Los Angeles, CA. The directors or officers remain Britney Spears, James Spears, Lynne Spears, Bryan Spears, Ninna Biggar, and John McMahon; the address for all is 1880 Century Park East, Suite 1600, Los Angeles, CA. The books are listed as being in the possession of RHF Management Services, located at 10100 Santa Monica Blvd., Suite 1300, Los Angeles, CA. The Form 990 is signed by Ninna Biggar, Secretary, and is prepared by Jill Y. Hudson, CPA, of Lattimore, Black, Morgan & Cain, P.C., located at 5250 Virginia Way, P.O. Box 1869, Brentwood, TN, 37024-1869. Dec. 2006 - In early December, Kalie Machado begins a three-month stint working for Britney as her assistant. Dec. 2, 2006 - Britney turns 25, which is the Uniform Transfers to Minors Act (UMTA) age of majority in the state of Florida if the transferer/parent chooses. Otherwise, the age of majority in Florida is 21-years old. Dec. 11, 2006 - James Spears’ company, Spears Management, Inc., is registered as a “foreign corporation” in the state of California. The address of the principal executive office is c/o TriStar, 215 Ward Circle, Suite 200, Brentwood, TN, 37027. The principal office in the State of California is listed as 10945 Bluffside Drive #138, Studio City, CA, 91604. The document is signed by James P. Spears, President. Dec. 14, 2006 - Richard Feldstein, a trustee of the Love Shack Trust, assists in the purchase of a house located at 12094 Summit Circle in Beverly Hills. Dec. 19, 2006 - Harrah’s Entertainment agrees to be acquired by TPG Capital and Apollo Management in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $27.8-billion. Harrah’s acquired Caesars Entertainment Corp. for $10.4-billion in 2005. Dec. 26, 2006 - Britney's business management at RHF Management Group, LLC, make a final payment of $58,301.00 on "2004 commissions" to Wright Entertainment Group (WEG). The cheque is issued by the SJB Revocable Trust c/o RHF Management Services, LLC, located at 10100 Santa Monica Blvd., Suite 1300, Los Angeles, CA 90067. Dec. 31, 2006 - By the end of this year, the Britney Spears Foundation is in a deficit of close to $200,000. 2007: Jan. 1, 2007 - Britney passes out at a New Year's event at Pure Nightclub. It is alleged that her management plied her with pills in an attempt to revive her. Jan. 5, 2007 - Under a stipulated agreement with the family court, Britney and Kevin Federline agree to share joint legal custody of their two toddlers. Kevin's physical custody is limited to Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from noon to 4 pm at Britney's residence, plus a one-week vacation to Miami. The agreement extends only until the end of January 2007. Jan. 8, 2007 - Jerry Brown begins his term as Attorney General of California. Jan. 30, 2007 - Britney is photographed at a gas station in Malibu before heading to JFK Airport for New York Fashion Week. Feb. 1, 2007 - Britney and Kevin Federline temporarily agree to continue to share joint legal custody of their two toddlers. Kevin's physical custody is limited to Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from noon to 4 pm at Britney's residence. The agreement extends until the end of February 2007. Feb. 2, 2007 - Britney's son Sean Preston is spotted through the windows of a Vegas hotel room. It occurs the same day as a scheduled visitation with the boys by Kevin Federline at her home in Los Angeles. Feb. 2, 2007 - Britney is photographed leaving her hotel in New York City, where she is staying for New York Fashion Week. Feb. 6, 2007 - Britney is spotted by the paparazzi in New York City, the day before a scheduled visitation with the boys by Kevin Federline at her home in Los Angeles. That night, she parties at Club Tenjune. Feb. 11, 2007 - Britney returns to New York City's Club Tenjune. Gossip blogs report that she throws up in her SUV after exiting the club. Feb. 12, 2007 - Britney parties at Club ONE where she is photographed exchanging outfits with the go go dancers. Feb. 12, 2007 - Britney takes a private flight with the boys from New York City to Miami. Feb. 12, 2007 - Around midnight, Britney checks into the Four Seasons in Miami with the boys. She is alone, without a nanny or manager Larry Rudolph. Sources say she had planned to stay a week, but by the night of Wednesday, February 14 was feeling so "overwhelmed" that she checked out and headed back to Los Angeles. Feb. 13, 2007 - Felicia Culotta pens a letter to the editor of "That Other Blog," that reads: "I cherish ALL the incredible opportunities that came my way thru my job with Britney and am crushed/saddened/heart sick by the way her life is unfolding…….I want you to know Ruben that WE (as in her Family and nearest and dearest—ALL of whom are NOT on the payroll anymore!!) are doing EVERYTHING in our power to get help for Britney and all in our power to NOT pad the bottom or move the bottom, so when she does indeed hit rock bottom, she’ll stand up and walk away from this whole fiasco a new, confident, changed, career driven Britney like we all knew and loved. There’s just so much you can do to help a person—I don’t dare want to be an enabler, and I cannot love her enough for the both of us. I cannot convince her in ANY way to love herself. All I can do is be a friend, someone that loved her for MANY years unconditionally, and PRAY. That, I have decided is the most and best I can do for my friend. I cannot save her from herself, nor can I commit her to any type of treatment program against her wishes and will. I am throwing my hands up and realizing that I am helpless over another—ANYONE! It’s been a hard reality for me to face. I have lived my best example daily, and that is ALL I’m capable of. To see what’s transpiring now, makes me feel a failure, defeated. I LOVED and BELIEVED in what I was a part of for the past 10 years and was so incredibly proud of Britney and all she’d become. All that to say this Ruben–I’m so Southern, and the BEST way for me to tell you how I feel is to say—You can just kick an old Dog so many times before he gets off the porch. I, FELICIA, am OFF the porch!!” Feb. 14, 2007 - Britney is taken to rehab in Antigua by manager Larry Rudolph. It is a Wednesday, making it one of Kevin Federline's visitation days with the boys. Within 24 hours, Britney checks herself out and returns to Miami. Feb. 16, 2007 - Britney nearly misses her six-hour flight from Miami to Los Angeles. The walkway is re-extended so she can board the plane. It is a Friday, making it one of Kevin Federline's scheduled visitation days from noon to 4 pm at Britney's residence. Feb. 16, 2007 - Around 7 pm, Britney shaves her head, and then sits for a new tattoo, leaving the studio around 9 pm. Britney then attacks a paparazzo's car with an umbrella after standing outside of the home of Kevin Federline, demanding to see their two infant sons. Feb. 18, 2007 - Britney is photographed drinking poolside at the Mondrian Hotel. She no longer has access to any form of money. She cannot even book a hotel room at the Mondrian because she no longer has the full number for the black Amex credit card that was scrawled on a piece of paper. Feb. 18, 2007 - Britney is spotted having a serious conversation over dinner with her father James Spears at L.A.'s Stevie's Creole Bar and Cafe. Feb. 18, 2007 - Britney visits the Rainbow Bar & Grill in West Hollywood, and is then photographed partying with Alli Sims into the early hours of February 19th at the Roxy and Polo Lounge. After leaving the Roxy, they enter the Beverly Hills Hotel. Feb. 19, 2007 - “Right before Britney went into Promises, after she shaved her head, I got an anonymous call from a man while I was driving in Los Angeles,” writes Lynne Spears in her book Through The Storm. “There are ***** planted in Britney’s Malibu home,” he said, going on to tell me that it was a conspiracy between Kevin and Britney’s assistants to make my daughter look like a bad mother.” Lynne claims that, "Immediately, I called the security guards at the Malibu house and asked them to check the house for *****. While I knew Kevin would never hurt my daughter like that, and I highly doubted her assistants would either, things were so fragile with Britney at the time that I wasn't taking any chances. She had just lost custody of the boys to Kevin, and she was at a very low ebb. It was midnight, but I turned around and drove to Britney's house and met her assistant, Allie. Along with the guards, we combed the house, and no ***** whatsoever were to be found. Nonetheless, Allie and I were scared to death. I didn't hear from this mysterious person again until months later...When I told him his theory had proved wrong, he protested: "There were *****; you just didn't find them," he said, earnestly." Several paragraphs later, Lynne claims the man who called about the ***** was Sam Lutfi. Feb. 19, 2007 - On either the night of Monday, February 19 or the morning of Tuesday, February 20, while at the apartment of her brother Bryan, and in the presence of celebrity interventionist Betty Wyman, Britney is unknowingly fed an unidentified medication by her mother, Lynne Spears. According to Sam Lutfi, and confirmed by Alli Sims: "Yes, Lynne was at her sons Bryans apt in Marina Del , I believe Betty Wineman, an interventionist was present, as well as Alli Sims and there was another women [sic] there at the time. According to Lynne, she sent the unnamed woman to the pharmacy at the Ralphs Grocery Store next door to pick up an RX that she had called in, when the woman brought the pills to the apt, Lynne claims she took a pill crushed it on the kitchen counter and wiped the contents into Britneys Red Bull, in which Britney drank, passed out and later was driven to promises." Feb. 20, 2007 - Tuesday morning, Britney checks into Promises rehabilitation center in Los Angeles. She spends that night at the facility. Feb. 21, 2007 - Kevin Federline is granted an ex parte ["emergency" or "without notice") court hearing, presumably to request full custody of their two infant sons. The hearing is scheduled by Mark Vincent Kaplan. The date is set for Thursday, February 22. Feb. 21 2007 - Early Wednesday morning, Britney checks out of Promises after less than 24-hours and is driven by Alli Sims to meet with prominent criminal defence attorney Blair Berk, of Tarlow & Berk. She stays until almost 12:30 pm. Feb. 21, 2007 - Alli Sims drives Britney to the Bel Air Hotel. Feb. 21, 2007 - At 7 pm, Britney is observed by X17 photographers to ring the bell three times at the gate of Kevin Federline's Tarzana residence. Kevin is inside with their two toddlers. Feb. 21, 2007 - With Alli Sims driving, Britney departs Kevin's house and heads to a Mobil gas station in Tarzana. She exits the car and assaults the vehicle of paparazzo Daniel Ramos with an umbrella. Feb. 21, 2007 - At 7:30 pm, X17 photographers observe as Kevin Federline leaves his house and heads to Malibu's Serra Retreat to meet with Britney at their former home. Feb. 21, 2007 - Sources tell "Extra" that Britney visits her Malibu home. Feb. 21, 2007 - About 8:45 pm: "Extra" reports in a separate article that Britney arrives at "Kevin Federline's house." Feb. 21, 2007 - At 9:30 pm: "Extra" reports that Britney is picked up from "Kevin Federline's house" in a vehicle driven by her mother, Lynne. Feb. 21, 2007 - At 10:20 pm: "Extra" reports that Britney and Lynne are observed to be driving around while arguing. Feb. 21, 2007 - At 10:33 pm: "Extra" reports that Britney is driven to Promises by her mother Lynne and checks back into rehab for the third time. In a third article, "Extra" claims video exists of Britney and Lynne entering the gates of Promises for a minimum 30-day stay. Feb. 22, 2007 - On Thursday, the emergency child custody hearing scheduled for later in the day is cancelled. Both Jamie Spears and Mark Vincent Kaplan deny that the hearing was scheduled to take place, calling the news "misinformation." Mar. 7, 2007 - Around this time, Britney's assistant Kalie Machado claims that she received a call “at a restricted number” from Sam Lutfi. He said, "he was a private eye for Kevin and that Kevin had screwed him, so he was willing to hand over all this confidential information on Britney." Lutfi insisted they meet, says Machado, who reluctantly agreed to see him at a Santa Monica Starbucks. "He started telling me all these things," she says. "He said there was a search warrant to search Spears' Malibu house for *****, and 'I know there's a tap on your phone, and I know you're being followed.'" But for someone who claimed to know so much, says Machado, "he was asking weird questions, like 'what do you guys do during the day? Where do you go?' I was like, what a freak, so I just ended up leaving." Then, “I got more calls from Sam after that,” she remembers, “but I just ignored them.” Mar. 20, 2007 - Britney is released from rehab. "Britney Spears has been released by the Promises Malibu Treatment Center after successfully completing their program," the pop star's manager, Larry Rudolph, said in a statement. "We ask that the media respects her privacy as well as those of her family and friends at this time." Mar. 24, 2007 - An annual accounting shows the mailing address of Spears Management, Inc. has changed from Kentwood to that of Tri Star Sports & Entertainment. Mar. 29, 2007 - Kevin Federline emerges from five hours of divorce negotiations with he and Britney's attorneys, looking pleased. Mar. 29, 2007 - From 6 to 9 pm, Kevin's bodyguard and nanny accompany the boys for a visit to Britney's house. Apr. 5, 2007 - Gossip blogs report that Britney is dating singer Howie Day after meeting him at Promises. Apr. 6, 2007 - Britney is reported to "hate" Larry Rudolph, but is said to be locked into a new five-year contract with him. Apr. 13, 2007 - Britney fires manager Larry Rudolph. Apr. 13, 2007 - Britney sues manager Larry Rudolph through the Labor Commissioner of the State of California. (Case No. TAC 3744) Apr. 13, 2007 - In a taped rant, Britney says, "My management totally knew what they were doing when they sent me to rehab - they were so right." Apr. 19, 2007 - In a statement to Page Six, James Spears sticks up for Britney's manager Larry Rudolph - who was fired by Britney last Friday. Apr. 25, 2007 - Britney makes a surprise appearance at the House of Blues for the first of six shows for the "M&M's Tour." Apr. 28, 2007 - Britney is spotted partying at various nightclubs with singer Howie Day. Bodyguard Tony Barretto accompanies them around Los Angeles. May 22, 2007 - Lynne Spears attends the season finale of Dancing with the Stars with Sam Lutfi, as well as discusses shoe and jewelry endorsements with him. June 28, 2007 - Mark Vincent Kaplan and his client Kevin Federline write to Britney to request a 730 custody evaluation, which typically involves mental health professionals who assist in determining the best interests of the children in the case. June 28, 2007 - Britney visits the set of Zoey 101 to serve her mother with a faux restraining order regarding the boys. July 30, 2007 - Britney and Kevin's divorce is finalized, with the couple sharing joint 50/50 legal and physical custody of the boys. Aug. 1, 2007 - Howard Grossman appears in property records as a third trustee for the Love Shack Trust, alongside Todd E. Gelfand and Richard Feldstein. Aug. 6, 2007 - Gossip blogs report that Britney has hired Jeff Kwanitez of The Firm to manage her career. Aug. 8, 2007 - Mark Vincent Kaplan's law firm submits a Order to Show Cause (OSC) filing to the family court asking to modify custody. The filing includes five witness declarations with 29 exhibits that Kaplan claims provides material evidence of Britney's drinking and **** use, along with a lengthy list of other behaviours he claims affects the wellbeing of the children, including: "Petitioner's in-and-out trips to rehab and ongoing failure to provide required proof of her compliance with her discharge recommendations from Promises Treatment Center. (For several months prior to filing the OSC, we attempted, without success, to obtain from Petitioner her discharge records from Promises and proof of her compliance therewith from Dr. Wyman.)" Aug. 12, 2007 - Alli Sims is served a subpoena to be deposed while leaving a party in the Hollywood Hills. Sims is served by former Israeli commando Aaron Cohen of IMS Security. "Access Hollywood has learned that ironically, Britney tried to hire Cohen last year to provide security for her. Cohen turned the job down." Aug. 14, 2007 - The Britney Spears Foundation files an Application For Extension Of Time To File An Exempt Organization Return. The document is filed by Jill Y. Hudson, CPA, of Lattimore, Black, Morgan & Cain, P.C., located at 5250 Virginia Way, P.O. Box 1869, Brentwood, TN, 37024-1869. The books are listed as being in the care of Nigro, Karlin, Segal & Feldstein, LLP, located at 10100 Santa Monica Blvd., Suite 1300, Los Angeles, CA, 90067. Aug. 16, 2007 - Mark Vincent Kaplan and his client Kevin Federline send a detailed proposal to Britney's lawyers for a stipulation to continue the OSC hearing. Britney rejects all conditions and does not make a counter-proposal. Aug. 17, 2007 - Mark Vincent Kaplan and his client Kevin Federline send a written offer to Britney's lawyers to exchange witness lists and to obtain voluntary acceptance of service of deposition subpoenas. They never receive a response. Aug. 27, 2017 - Mark Vincent Kaplan and his client Kevin Federline file written opposition and appear in court to successfully oppose Britney's ex parte application to continue a September 17 hearing date. Aug. 27, 2007 - Sam Lutfi uses his Mercedes to ram a Range Rover driven by Aaron Cohen of IMS Security as he attempts to serve Lutfi with a subpoena in the custody case. Aug. 27, 2007 - Todd E. Gelfand and Richard Feldstein both appear in property records as the trustees of the Love Shack Trust. The property records concern the sale of Britney and Kevin's former home at 3200 Retreat Crt. in Malibu. Sept. 4, 2007 - Britney agrees to participate in the 730 evaluation first proposed by Kevin's lawyer, Mark Vincent Kaplan, on June 28, 2007. Sept. 6, 2007 - Larry Rudolph is deposed by Mark Vincent Kaplan for the custody case. Sept. 17, 2007 - At a scheduled hearing in the custody case Laura Wasser quits as Britney's lawyer. TMZ reports that she will be replaced by Marci Levine and Mel Goldsman. Sept. 17, 2007 - Former bodyguard Tony Barretto appears on the court steps with his lawyer, Gloria Allred, offering to testify against Britney in the custody case regarding her nudity and **** use between her release from rehab in March and May 17, 2007. Sept. 17, 2007 - Manager Jeff Kwanitez of The Firm drops Britney as a client. Sept. 18, 2007 - Superior Court Commissioner Scott Gordon rules that Britney must undergo random **** and alcohol testing, attend individual counselling, and meet with a parenting coach. He concludes, "there is a habitual, frequent, and continuous use of controlled substances and alcohol by (Spears)," but declines to alter the joint custody agreement which is in place between her and Kevin Federline. Sept. 19, 2007 - After two days, Britney replaces custody lawyers Marci Levine and Mel Goldsman with Sorrell Trope, Tara Scott, and Lori Howe of Trope & Trope. Sept. 23, 2007 - Britney is charged with hit and run and driving without a valid license, stemming from an incident on August 6, 2007. Sept. 23, 2007 - Former bodyguard Tony Barretto speaks to News of the World about his court testimony, including that he witnessed Britney nearly overdose on powdered methamphetamines with singer Howie Day, and that he watched her "snort white powder" on two nights at an L.A. nightclub. Sept. 25, 2007 - A family court hearing is set for November 26, 2007 to discuss Kevin Federline's request for an increase in time from the current 50/50 visitation schedule. Oct. 1, 2007 - A judge grants Kevin Federline the sole right "to retain physical custody of the minor children." Federline's attorney petitioned for Monday's unscheduled hearing after Spears was spotted shuttling her two children around LA over the weekend, less than two weeks after she was busted on charges of driving without a license. Oct. 1, 2007 - The Dr. Phil show contacts Federline's family members asking them to be guests on an upcoming show about the custody battle. “I am writing to you on behalf of Dr. Phil McGraw and the Dr. Phil Show. We are doing an upcoming show on Wednesday, October 3rd about the recent events surrounding Kevin Federline and Britney Spears. Dr. Phil is hoping to speak with friends and family members…” Oct. 7, 2007 - TMZ claims lawyers for Kevin Federline subpoenaed one of its videos showing Britney driving with her children last weekend without a valid license, in direct violation of an order by the judge presiding over her custody case. Oct. 10, 2007 - Britney appears at a scheduled court hearing to speak with Commissioner Scott Gordon after passing random, court-ordered **** and alcohol tests. She wins back one overnight visit per week with her sons. Her lawyer, Sorrell Trope, claims she wants her mother Lynne to act as monitor for the overnight visits. Oct. 10, 2007 - Jive announces that Britney's upcoming album, Blackout, will be released on October 30 instead of November 13 after several tracks leak online. The first single, “Gimme More,” jumped from No. 68 to No. 3 on Billboard’s Hot 100 last week. Oct. 10, 2007 - Richard Feldstein no longer appears in property records for the Love Shack Trust, while Howard Grossman and Todd E. Gelfand remain as trustees. Oct. 23, 2007 - By this date, the web page for the Britney Spears Foundation goes offline. The last known mailing address for donations is 24-32 Union Square East, 4th Floor, New York, NY 10003. Oct. 25, 2007 - Blackout is released by Jive Records. It is rush-released ahead of its scheduled November 13 release date after leaking online. Several tracks are recorded in Las Vegas at George Maloof’s Studio at the Palms, including “Break The Ice.” Oct. 27, 2007 - Wright Entertainment Group (WEG), owned by ex-manager Johnny Wright, sues Britney for unpaid commissions. WEG managed Britney until February 2003, but under a "sunset clause" was contracted to receive commissions until February 2008 for deals negotiated on her behalf. Now WEG claims that Britney stopped paying in December 2006. WEG claims Britney has not accounted for or paid commissions for Zomba advances on LP's 3 and 4 ("In The Zone" and "Greatest Hits"), among other claims against "Britney Touring, Inc" (BTI). Also, "Upon information and belief, SPEARS and BTI concealed from WEG a series of negotiations and agreements for otherwise commissionable Gross Receipts payable to WEG, thus diverting those commissions to SPEARS directly or indirectly, or to corporate entities without the knowledge, consent, or agreement of WEG, both before and after the termination Agreement." Oct. 29, 2007 - Lynne Spears has signed a book deal with a Christian imprint. The book is to be based on her spiritual journals. Nov. 7, 2007 - Sam Lutfi is served a subpoena to sit for a deposition in the custody case between Britney and Kevin Federline. Nov. 15, 2007 - Britney must attend court after a positive **** test. The cause is thought to be a prescription for Adderall. Nov. 30, 2007 - Sam Lutfi fails to show for a scheduled deposition in the custody case. It is rescheduled for January 2008. Oct. 11, 2007 - Zomba sues PerezHilton.com for copyright infringement, claiming the gossip Web site illegally posted recordings from Britney’s upcoming album, Blackout. The label accuses owner Maria Lavandeira of illegally obtaining and posting at least 10 completed songs and unfinished demos over the past three months. Lavandeira is represented in the suit by attorney Bryan Freedman. Dec. 14, 2007 - Dan Dymtrow's lawyers, including Vivek Gupta, file a complaint against Taylor Swift and her parents in a New York court to recover monies for, "unjust enrichment, breach of contract and implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing, promissory estoppel and estoppel in pais, and tortious interference with prospective economic opportunity." Gupta's business address is listed as Apt. 803 in the Silk Building. Dec. 17, 2007 - The Britney Spears Foundation submits its sixth "Form 990" tax exemption form for the year 2006. The address of the Foundation changes to c/o GLWG located at 10960 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA, 90024. The directors or officers remain Britney Spears, James Spears, Lynne Spears, Bryan Spears, Ninna Biggar, and John McMahon; the address for all is 10960 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA, 90024, except for John McMahon at 1880 Century Park East, Suite 1600, Los Angeles, CA. The books are listed as being in the possession of Roger Watkin at 10960 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA, 90024. The Form 990 is signed by President Bryan Spears, and is prepared by Jill Y. Hudson, CPA, of Lattimore, Black, Morgan & Cain, P.C., located at 5250 Virginia Way, P.O. Box 1869, Brentwood, TN, 37024-1869. 2008: Jan. 2, 2008 - Britney's latest custody lawyer, Sorrell Trope of Trope & Trope, asks the court to be relieved of his duties to a "breakdown in communication" with his client. A hearing is set for February 4, 2008 to deal with the motion. Jan. 3, 2008 - Britney is placed on a "5150" hold, which can last up to 72-hours if it is determined she is a threat to herself or others. Jan 5, 2008 - Dr. Phil McGraw is invited into Britney's hospital room by her family. Britney walks out after he enters, and checks out of the hospital. Jan. 17, 2008 - Four paparazzi are charged with reckless driving and ordered to post $5,000 bail after Britney tells police that one of them may have tried to run her off the road during a late-night car chase. She is photographed speaking to officers accompanied by Sam Lutfi. Jan. 21, 2008 - Britney sits for a deposition at the offices of Mark Vincent Kaplan in preparation for a trial in April 2008. Jan. 23, 2008 - The law firm of Trope & Trope confirm they will remain as Britney's legal representation in the custody case. Jan. 24, 2008 - Sam Lutfi is deposed for the custody case by Mark Vincent Kaplan. TMZ reports that Kaplan wants to know if Britney made a deal with paparazzi agency X17 and if Lutfi is the "bagman." In organized crime, a bagman may be involved in protection rackets or the numbers game, collecting or distributing the money involved. When acting as an intermediary in such activities, a bagman may also be called a delivery boy or running man, and may receive a fraction of the money collected. Jan. 25, 2008 - Britney visits Dr. Deborah Nadel for the first time after the family court forces her to undergo a psychological evaluation. Jan. 28, 2008 - Lawyer Jon Eardley writes to Britney with the claim that, "What they ultimately want is to get you into a conservatorship; at that point, your freedom will be denied, giving them the full opportunity to steal all of your money and to deny you any access to your children." The letter is later found by criminal defence attorney Blair Berk in the rental Mercedes that was driven by Sam Lutfi. Jan. 28, 2008 - On Monday, Lynne Spears arrives in Los Angeles from Kentwood. According to People, she holds a "bonding session" with Sam Lutfi, Allie Sims, and Adnan Ghalib that does not go well. Jan. 28, 2008 - On Monday night, James Spears and Lynne Spears arrive at Britney's house in separate cars at around 10 pm after hearing Britney and Sam Lutfi were fighting and that Britney was crying. Lynne claims that "Sam told Jackie and me that he grinds up Britney's pills, which were on the counter and included Risperdol and Seroquel. He told us that he puts them in her food that that was the reason she had been quiet for the last three days (she had been sleeping.) He told us that the doctor who is treating her now is trying to get her into a sleep-induced coma so that they could then give her ***** to heal her brain." Jan. 30, 2008 - Paparazzi agency X17 reports that there has been a suicide attempt. Britney is alone at the house with Sam Lutfi, until he contacts Lynne Spears and requests her to come over. The police and ambulance arrive and take her to the Neuro Psychiatric Institute at UCLA ("NPI"). Britney's hospitalization is ordered on the recommendation of Dr. Deborah Nadel. LAPD helicopters circle overhead in a tightly-orchestrated effort to ensure Britney doesn't escape from her home before police can obtain a warrant to enter. Jan. 31, 2008 - In the early morning hours, Britney is placed on a second "5150" hold. According to Lynne Spears, Britney tells her doctor that she has been taking Adderall. Jan. 31, 2008 - Lynne Spears files a declaration to obtain a restraining order against Sam Lutfi, claiming he was drugging Britney. Feb. 1, 2008 - Around this time, James P. Spears takes out a $40,000 loan from Tri Star Sports & Entertainment. Feb. 1, 2008 - The probate laws of California are broken by the Superior Court when Judge Reva Goetz places Britney Spears under a temporary conservatorship (Case # BP108870). The cause of the temporary conservatorship is due to "dementia." A violation of due process occurs when James Spears' attorneys select Samuel Ingham III to represent Britney, despite the California Probate Code specifying that Britney receive a document telling her she may select her court-appointed attorney herself. Judge Goetz includes a handwritten note: "PVP Counsel shall review and discuss the orders and related proceedings with the Conservatee. PVP Counsel shall retain all copies of the orders and pleadings and shall not leave them with the Conservatee." James Spears and Lynne Spears sit with attorney Blair Berk throughout the hearing, smiling and embracing after the announcement that James and Andrew Wallet have officially been named co-conservators of Britney’s estate. The New York Times later reports that “With the court’s permission, they immediately fired her business manager. Another team of lawyers was hired for the conservators and quickly set out to assess the financial damage. Yet another lawyer was appointed by the probate court, as is routine, to look out solely for Ms. Spears’s interests. Ms. Spears’s brother Bryan, along with a lawyer, were given control of her revocable trust, which contains all her liquid assets, so they could begin paying her bills. And Ms. Spears’s criminal lawyer, Blair Berk, was said to be overseeing the whole Humpty Dumpty-like effort.” Feb. 1, 2008 - Lou M. Taylor receives an email from attorney Geraldine Wyle. "Lou, until the permanent order is granted (which will be no sooner than 6-8 weeks) there must be no statements from the family. All statements should come from the attorneys. The reason why is that we need to preserve the credibility of all of our witnesses, especially the family, and most of all, Lynne, as much of this case rests on her credibility. I am so glad you got them up to the house on Monday night -- it is the key! We'll be in touch with you as soon as anything happens. Geri." Feb. 2, 2008 - Britney's grandfather, 77-year old June Austin Spears is interviewed about her 5150. “Her daddy and her brother Bryan had a lot to do with it,” he admitted. “They just want what’s best for her, I guess.” Feb. 2, 2008 - Britney speaks for 30 minutes with attorney Adam Streisand of the firm Loeb & Loeb. Feb. 2, 2008 - TMZ reports that attorney Adam Streisand has informed them that James Spears and Andrew Wallet have asked the probate court for permission to terminate the services of custody lawyers Trope & Trope due to their close relationship with Sam Lutfi. Feb. 3, 2008 - Court-appointed attorney Samuel Ingham III visits Britney unannounced at the UCLA Medical Center, determining that she didn't understand the court proceedings, and that "she lacks the capacity to retain counsel." Ingham violates the law by writing a report expressing his opinion that Britney lacks capacity. There is no reference in the California Probate Code for a court-appointed attorney to write such a report, for which there is no statutory authority. Ingham does not leave a copy of the report with Britney. Feb. 3, 2008 - Attempts to serve Britney's "manager," Sam Lutfi, with a restraining order fail twice over the weekend. Feb. 3, 2008 - TMZ reports that custody lawyers from Trope & Trope visited Britney at UCLA a day earlier on February 2nd. They plan on attending a court hearing set for February 4th, along with attorney Adam Streisand. Trope & Trope will argue that Britney "feels hatred" towards her father, and will ask that both James Spears and Andrew Wallet be replaced with two other undecided conservators. Feb. 4, 2008 - During a probate court hearing on Monday, Britney attempts to exercise her Constitutional right to hire lawyer Adam Streisand to represent her. He is denied. Before being ejected from the courtroom, Streisand claims Britney's estate is worth $40-million, encompasses 15 separate entities and is in the middle of a $17-million IRS audit with Jive Records. Streisand says Britney has expressed a "very strong desire" for her father, Jamie Spears, not to be the conservator of her estate. He asks the court to name Northern Trust Bank and Spears' business manager Howard Grossman as co-conservators. At the request of Jeryll S. Cohen, lawyer for James P. Spears, the hearings and the “capacity declarations” are sealed, "in order to protect the therapeutic relationships between Britney and the medical and mental health professionals who are treating her." Feb. 4, 2008 - By this date, only Howard Grossman remains as a trustees of the Love Shack Trust. Feb. 4, 2008 - After James Spears fails to appear, a family court hearing is postponed until Feb. 19. Eight lawyers show up to the hearing, including Mark Vincent Kaplan representing Kevin Federline, Anne Kiley of Trope & Trope representing Britney, Andrew Wallet representing Britney's estate, and an attorney from Luce Forward set to testify to Britney's health status. Feb. 4, 2008 - TMZ reports that Michael Sands has been served with a subpoena that was drafted by Trope & Trope. Feb. 6, 2008 - X17 photographer Felipe accompanies Britney to the Beverly Hills Hotel to meet with Adam Streisand and business manager Howard Grossman. Feb. 6, 2008 - X17 reports that Mark Vincent Kaplan has fired his publicist Michael Sands. Among the reasons cited was Sands' wearing sweatpants to a recent deposition, along with the subpoena Sands received from Britney's attorneys, Trope & Trope. Feb. 6, 2008 - Sam Lutfi confirms that Michael Sands, the former publicist of Mark Vincent Kaplan, is now working for him. Feb. 6, 2008 - Sam Lutfi admits he gave Britney "a handful of pills" on the evening of Jan. 30, just hours before her parents arrived and before her hospitalization. Calling from a payphone at an undisclosed location in Los Angeles, Lutfi claims he told Lynne Spears: “I said these pills are working wonders — they are miracle pills.” Feb. 7, 2008 - Publicist Michael Sands holds a press conference to discuss his new client Sam Lutfi. “Sam has been providing prescription medication, cocktails is what its called for Britney’s medical issues. Sometimes the medication really doesn’t work and you have to change it and you see outrageous behavior displayed in public.” Sands told MTV News, "Sam was giving her cocktails. I don't know which doctor prescribed those three ***** [the antipsychotic medications Risperdal and Seroquel and the stimulant Adderall], but the medication she was taking was not agreeing with her. It wasn't the right cocktail." Also, "We want to get her back onstage and doing the right thing," Sands told MTV News before the press conference. "So I'm working with Sam to reinvent her image." Feb. 8, 2008 - Publicist Michael Sands tells X17 that his former employer, Mark Vincent Kaplan, "needs to step up to the plate and lay off Britney Spears." Sands says, "He's gotta let up on someone who's sick," and "You wanna keep beating [a sick person] up? Don't live in the problem - live in the solution!" Sands claims, "She's not some Frankenstein - she has an illness," and opines that, "Britney does need to be monitored...The disorder is ruining her. It's a neurological problem." Sands says that, "Britney should be allowed visitation under the supervision of a psychiatric nurse and security," and claims, "She's not a bad mother - it's the disease." Feb. 11, 2008 - Life & Style reports they have obtained a copy of a letter from Mark Vincent Kaplan to his former publicist Michael Sands requesting, "copies of any documents you [Sands] intend to produce in response to the subpoena so that we may review the documents to determine any appropriate objection and basis for protective order." Feb. 12, 2008 - Britney speaks to lawyer Jon Eardley on the phone before it is taken away and disconnected. Feb. 12, 2008 - Publicist Michael Sands speaks to X17 on behalf of his client Sam Lutfi, claiming that, "Sam was inserted into Britney's life in October," by whom, Sands would not say, "after Britney had already shaved her head and been in two **** rehabs. Sam became her manager, and then her close friend. A manager does get paid." Feb. 13, 2008 - A physician is ordered to report to the court concerning Britney's medical evaluation. Feb. 14, 2008 - Britney ceases to be the Trustee of the SJB Revocable Trust. She is replaced by Temporary Successor Co-Trustees Bryan Spears and lawyer Ivan Taback. Feb. 19, 2008 - Britney's attorneys Trope & Trope seek a gag order in the custody case. Kevin's attorney Mark Vincent Kaplan argues against it. Feb. 20, 2008 - Britney's management agreement with Johnny Wright for a "sunset" on payment of commissions comes to its scheduled end. Feb. 25, 2008 - Lawyer Jon Eardley claims via his spokesman, Michael Sands (who also represents Sam Lutfi), that Britney has been robbed and is being abused. "I have been informed of the existence of voice mails, etc., that include verbal abuse." Sands claims the theft is on a grand scale, involving racketeering, wire fraud and money laundering, and that the theft occurred prior to the conservatorship taking place and continues still. Sands claims there is an ongoing criminal investigation, but declines to say which agency is involved. As a result, he said, his office has been broken into and documents have been allegedly stolen and/or erased from his computer. "Lives have been threatened," Sands said. "People are being intimidated. It's terrorism. I don't want to make any accusations, but we're talking the financial r*** of Britney Spears." Mar. 10, 2008 - During a scheduled family court hearing Commissioner Scott Gordon makes no changes to Britney's visitation schedule. Mar. 10, 2008 - "Britney Touring, Inc." is transferring from the SJB Revocable Trust to the newly formed Estate (Jamie Spears & Andrew Wallet). Mar. 11, 2008 - Ivan Taback files a declaration to the probate court to confirm the title of the contents of the SJB Revocable Trust. Those who receive copies include Samuel D. Ingham III (Council to Britney), James P. Spears (Conservator of the Person and Co-Conservator of the Estate), Andrew Wallet (Co-Conservator of the Estate), and Geraldine Wyle, Jerryl S. Cohen, and Vivian Thoreen (Lawyers for the Conservator of the Person and Co-Conservators of the Estate) Mar. 11, 2008 - Criminal defence attorney Blair Berk and Sam Lutfi exchange emails regarding a meeting at Berk's office. The emails are a part of Berk's declaration in support of James Spears' request to stop harassment. Berk later testifies in court that in February or early March 2008, she spoke with Lutfi about a Mercedes Benz that he drove while he was Britney’s companion. “He (Lutfi) was extremely agitated about the fact that there had been a car that he had represented to Mercedes that had been requested by Ms. Spears which is a car that he had driven for his personal use,” said Berk. According to journalist Carmela Kelly, “Berk personally inventoried the vehicle and discovered a letter addressed to Britney from Jon Eardley, an attorney who has a permanent restraining order against him effective based on allegations he conspired to overthrow the conservatorship. Berk did not specify what other items might have belonged to Britney from the car other than to say she returned what she deemed to belong to Britney and to Lutfi respectively.” Mar. 31, 2008 - Larry Rudolph is rehired for the third time as Britney's manager. Apr. 13, 2008 - JFXOnline reports that Adnan Ghalib has been stabbed after being attacked. May 6, 2008 - Britney and Kevin Federline appear in family court alongside their attorneys. Britney is awarded with extended visitation. May 8, 2008 - Britney is photographed by herself on a dinner date in Beverly Hills with Las Vegas billionaire George Maloof. May 9, 2008 - In the WEG vs. Britney Spears civil lawsuit, a trial date is set for March 9, 2010. May 20, 2008 - Britney is photographed by herself on a dinner date at Il Sole in West Hollywood with Las Vegas billionaire George Maloof. June 5, 2008 - Bryan Spears' company, Pork Chop Productions, Inc. is suspended by the California Secretary of State. June 13, 2008 - Las Vegas billionaire George Maloof is interviewed about Britney for People magazine. Maloof says the idea of a Vegas concert “didn’t come up” when he saw Spears in L.A. But it turns out Spears flew there Thursday for a different reason altogether. “Britney left L.A. for Vegas for an extended Father’s Day weekend with her dad [Jamie],” a source tells PEOPLE. June 24, 2008 - Britney and Kevin Federline appear in family court alongside their attorneys. Laura Wasser and Blair Berk represent Britney, while Mark Vincent Kaplan represents Kevin. July 17, 2008 - Kevin Federline's custody attorney Mark Vincent Kaplan announces that Britney has given sole legal and physical custody of her toddlers to her ex-husband while she maintains visitation rights. Kaplan says that, "A trial has been averted." July 18, 2008 - Custody attorneys Mark Vincent Kaplan and Laura Wasser appear in the family court to formalize the custody agreement reached the day before. July 28, 2008 - TMZ reports that Britney spent the weekend in San Cabo Lucas, Mexico with Las Vegas billionaire George Maloof. July 22, 2008 - FOX News runs an article on the Britney Spears Foundation, drawing attention to a $195,445 deficit for the 2006 tax year. “Among the expenses were two salaries that each came to a little less than $40,000. One employee is Corina O. Biggar, who’s run Britney’s foundation from her home in Massachusetts. The other is listed as John McMahon, a former New York City cop.” The article notes that Bryan Spears signed the return in his role as President of the Foundation. Aug. 22, 2008 - The Spears Family Hurricane Relief Foundation is marked as inactive and dissolved. The mailing address remains 424 Church Street, Ste. 2000, Nashville, TN, 37219, and the principal office remains 424 Church Street, Ste. 2000, Nashville, TN, 37219. Sept. 16, 2008 - Lynne Spears releases "Through The Storm," detailing how James Spears and Lou M. Taylor planned the conservatorship. Oct. 21, 2008 - JFXOnline insinuates that Britney and Adnan may be back "on" after photos arise of her wearing his ring. Oct. 23, 2008 - Ticketmaster acquires Irving Azoff’s Frontline Management for $123-million in cash. Azoff, the CEO of Front Line, will front the new combined company. Oct. 28, 2008 - Los Angeles Superior Court Commissioner Reva Goetz rules that Britney's conservatorship will become permanent. (Case # BP109096) Nov. 19, 2008 - "For The Record" is released, in which a crying Britney claims her life is like Groundhog Day and "too in control." Nov. 25, 2008 - The Britney Spears Foundation submits its seventh "Form 990" tax exemption form for the year 2007. The address of the Foundation is now 1880 Century Park East, #200, Los Angeles, CA, 90067-1602. The directors or officers remain Britney Spears, James Spears, Lynne Spears, Bryan Spears, Ninna Biggar, and John McMahon; the address of all is 1880 Century Park East, #200, Los Angeles, CA, 90067-1602. The books are listed as being in the possession of Gerber & Co., located at 1880 Century Park, Suite 200, Los Angeles, CA, 90067-1602. The Form 990 is signed by [unintelligible] and is prepared by [unintelligible] of Gerber & Co., located at 1880 Century Park, Suite 200, Los Angeles, CA, 90067-1602. Dec. 11, 2008 - Rolling Stone editor Jenny Eliscu, after interviewing Britney, says of the conservatorship: "It's a problem for her now." 2009: Jan. 5, 2009 - By this date the "dementia" claim has been removed from court documents, and replaced with "unable to resist undue influence." Jan. 10, 2009 - Sam Lutfi texts criminal defense attorney Blair Berk in the evening, requesting that she meet with him. Berk claims that subsequent to the text message, Lutfi made it clear to her that there was “embarrassing information that he was fearful would be released about him.” He said that unless Berk suppressed the information that “destructive and unflattering information would be released” about Jamie and Britney. “I immediately contacted law enforcement because of the extortive nature of Mr. Lutfi’s threats. I took action to continue to communicating with him because I felt, based on my unfortunately 20 years of dealing with alleged extortionists and those that would extort my clients, that he would continue in his threats, extortive threats.” Jan. 16, 2009 - Sam Lutfi and Adnan Ghalib work together to deliver Britney a cell phone at a Beverly Hills hotel. Jan. 21, 2009 - JFXOnline releases a taped message Britney left for lawyer Jon Eardley: "Hi my name’s Britney Spears. I called you earlier. I’m calling again because I just wanted to make sure that during the process of eliminating the conservatorship that my father has threatened me several times, you know, he’ll take my children away. I just want to be guaranteed that everything will be fine with the process of you guys taking care of everything that things will stay the same as far as my custodial time. That’s it, bye.” Jan. 30, 2009 - Irving Azoff holds a fundraiser at his Beverly Hills mansion for California Attorney General Jerry Brown as he enters the race for Governor. Feb. 3, 2009 - Sam Lutfi files a lawsuit against Britney and her parents for breach of contract and defamation. His lawyer is Bryan Freedman. Feb. 13, 2009 - MTV announces that blogger Perez Hilton will open each stop of Britney’s upcoming Circus tour with a pre-recorded video. Feb. 25, 2009 - Adnan Ghalib is charged after hitting a process server with his car while trying to escape delivery of a restraining order. Mar. 3, 2009 - The first date of the Circus Starring Britney Spears occurs in New Orleans, LA. Mar. 18, 2009 - A three-year restraining order is issued against Adnan Ghalib and Sam Lutfi. Apr. 1, 2009 - In an attempt to obtain a permanent restraining order against Sam Lutfi on behalf of the conservatorship, criminal defence attorney Blair Berk testifies about her early March 2008 and January 10, 2009 interactions with him. In court, Berk admits she used to work for Britney but is now a "personal attorney" for James Spears. June 5, 2009 - Britney settles her lawsuit with Johnny Wright's management company, WEG. July 2, 2009 - Ron Artest is traded to the Los Angeles Lakers. Ticketmaster CEO Irving Azoff has had courtside seats for the Lakers since the 1970’s. Aug. 7, 2009 - The Britney Spears Foundation submits its eighth "Form 990" tax exemption form for the year 2008. The address of the Foundation is now 1880 Century Park East, #200, Los Angeles, CA, 90067-1602. The directors or officers are now listed as Britney Spears, James Spears, Lynne Spears, and Bryan Spears; Ninna Biggar, and John McMahon have now been removed. The books are listed as being in the possession of Gerber & Co., located at 1880 Century Park, Suite 200, Los Angeles, CA, 90067-1602. The Form 990 is signed by James Spears and is prepared by Selwyn Gerber of Gerber & Co., located at 1880 Century Park, Suite 200, Los Angeles, CA, 90067-1602. Nov. 2009 - Around this time, Jamie Lynn Spears moves to Nashville, TN to pursue a career in country music. Nov. 10, 2009 - JSM1, LLC is dissolved in the state of Nevada. Late Nov. 2009 - Lawyer Bryan Freedman discovers Sam Lutfi is corresponding with someone "from opposing parties" and drops him as a client in the lawsuit against Britney and her parents. 2010: Feb. 19, 2010 - Caesars Entertainment Corp. purchases Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas. June 17, 2010 - Ron Artest wins an NBA championship with the Los Angeles Lakers. His business manager, Lou M. Taylor of Tri Star Sports & Entertainment, receives a replica ring to match Artest’s. Aug. 19, 2010 - An ex parte application is submitted to the probate court requesting a change in the investment strategy of both the estate and the SJB Revocable Trust. (Case No. BP 108870) Sept. 2010 - During this month, an expense for “Conservatee (Elder) Abuse & Cross Complaint” by Barger & Wolen, LLP in the amount of $6,170.00 is charged to Britney’s estate under “Conservatorship Legal Fees.” Further, an expense for California Probate Referee Joseph D. Bua Sr. in the amount of $10,000 is charged to the estate. Both appear under “Disbursements - Fiduciary and Attorney Fees” in the “2nd Redacted Fourth Account Current,” which is eventually filed with the probate court by June 14, 2013. Sept. 8, 2010 - Judge Reva Goetz grants the application to change the investment strategy of the estate, but crosses out the lines relating to the SJB Revocable Trust. (Case No. BP 108870) Sept. 10, 2010 - In an “exclusive” article titled “Britney's Ex-Friend Accused of Psychotic Stalking,” TMZ reports that actor Samuel Barth has obtained a temporary restraining order against Sam Lutfi. Court documents allege that Lutfi developed such an obsession toward Barth that he hacked into his email, Facebook and Twitter accounts and set out on a campaign to terrorize and vilify Barth's mother and other relatives. TMZ omits that Barth’s attorney is Blair Berk. Sept. 11, 2010 - In an “exclusive” article titled “FBI Probing Britney Spears Former Pal & Manager Sam Lufti,” Radaronline reports that the FBI is investigating Sam Lutfi for gaining access to actor Samuel Barth's email accounts, Twitter and Facebook accounts. “Lutfi also did the same thing to Samuel's mother Deborah's email and even impersonated her to friends and family in electronic communications,” claims a source familiar with the investigation. “The FBI is actively investigating all text messages, email, Twitter and Facebook accounts that were compromised by Lutfi." Radaronline omits that Barth’s attorney is Blair Berk. Sept. 21, 2010 - Bryan Spears resigns as Co-Trustee of the SJB Revocable Trust. (Case No. BP 108870) Sept. 30, 2010 - Ivan Taback, acting as Trustee of the SJB Revocable Trust, petitions the probate court to change the investment strategy of the Trust to mirror that of the estate so as to go forth "as a unified whole." (Case No. BP 109096) Oct. 1, 2010 - TPG Capital buys a 35% stake in Creative Artists Agency (CAA). Nov. 19, 2010 - The Britney Spears Foundation submits its ninth "Form 990" tax exemption form for the year 2009. The address of the Foundation is now 215 Ward Circle, Brentwood, TN. The directors or officers are now listed as Jamie Spears, Andrew Wallet, and Jamie Lynn Spears; Britney Spears, Lynne Spears, and Bryan Spears have now been removed. The books are listed as being in the possession of TriStar Sports & Entertainment, 215 Ward Circle, Suite 200, Brentwood, TN. The Form 990 is signed by President/Director James Spears and is prepared by [unintelligible], CPA, TriStar Sports & Entertainment, located at 215 Ward Circle, Suite 200, Brentwood, TN, 37027. Dec. 22, 2010 - The Britney Spears Foundation makes a final cash donation to two charities. Cri-Help, Inc., located at 11027 Burbank Blvd., North Hollywood, CA, 91601, receives $50,000, while Mercy Ministries, Inc., located at P.O. Box 111060, Nashville, TN, 37222, receives $42,000. 2011: Jan. 3, 2011 - Jerry Brown ends his term as Attorney General and begins his third term as California Governor. Mar. 20, 2011 - Brand Sense Partner, LLC sues Britney for $10-million. “Britney secretly made a separate deal with Elizabeth Arden in a sneaky underhanded effort to circumvent and evade its obligations to Brand Sense,” the suit states. “Brand Sense had a contractual right to a 35% commission on any Britney Spears-branded fragrance sold by Elizabeth Arden,” the suit claims. “But Mr. Spears complained that the commission was too high and said that Britney did not want to pay it.” A compromise deal was orchestrated, which would have delivered royalties directly to Britney. Mar. 28, 2011 - Las Vegas billionaire George Maloof is interviewed by MTV ahead of an “over-the-top” Britney performance filmed at his Rain nightclub at the Palms Hotel and Casino. The three-song Femme Fatale promotional appearance was taped for an MTV special airing this week. Apr. 14, 2011 - The Spears Family Hurricane Relief Foundation undergoes a change of physical address to reflect the law firm of Sherrard & Roe, PLC, moving from 424 Church Street, Ste. 2000, Nashville, TN, 37219, to the firm's new address at 150 3rd Ave. S. Suite 110, Nashville, TN, 37201. May 5, 2011 - The Britney Spears Foundation submits its tenth "Form 990" and final tax exemption form for the year 2010. The address of the Foundation remains 215 Ward Circle, Brentwood, TN. The directors or officers remain listed as Jamie Spears, Andrew Wallet, and Jamie Lynn Spears. The books remain in the possession of TriStar Sports & Entertainment, 215 Ward Circle, Suite 200, Brentwood, TN. "No program services were undertaken in 2010." The Form 990 is signed by President/Director James Spears and is prepared by Joseph F. Fragnoli of Tri Star Sports & Entertainment, located at 215 Ward Circle, Suite 200, Brentwood, TN, 37027. June 16, 2011 - TMZ reports that has obtained legal documents showing that James Spears has asked to be compensated for directing and managing the logistics of the Femme Fatale tour. “Jamie has not specified the amount of money he wants, and sources tell us it hasn't been calculated yet. Sources tell us the amount will be in the hundreds of thousands of dollars, but it's crazy cheap for what Jamie is doing. To give you some perspective, 5 people managed the 2009 Circus Tour. Although the amount they made is blacked out in the legal documents, we were able to discern the amount is in the 7 figures. With Jamie on board for the Britney Spears/Nicki Minag Femme Fatale Tour, 3 of the 5 positions will be eliminated. Thus, if Jamie gets a 6 figure salary for the upcoming 8-month world tour, everybody wins.” June 16, 2011 - The first date of the Femme Fatale tour occurs in Sacramento, CA. June 21, 2011 - The Maloof's stake in The Palms declines to 2-percent after a deal with TPG Capital and Leonard Green & Partners will give each 49-percent majority control. June 28, 2011 - George Maloof replaces himself as president of the Palms Resort. He remains as chairman of the board, but his operations role has been significantly reduced in recent weeks. Aug. 2011 - Katerina Perreault, an associate at the firm of Hinojosa & Wallet, leaves the firm after working for Andrew Wallet since April 2007. Aug. 4, 2011 - Front Line Management’s CEO Irving Azoff announces the company will manage the winner of the U.S. version of Simon Cowell’s “X-Factor.” Sept. 28, 2011 - James Spears is made Manager of the Femme Fatale tour, earning him over $1-million via a 2% cut of Larry's 10% commission. Nov. 7, 2011 - Jamie Lynn Spears takes the stage at The Rutledge in Nashville, TN to premiere a set of original country songs. Dec. 14, 2011 - James P. Spears and Andrew Wallet, co-conservators, sell Unit 803 in the Silk Building in Manhattan, located at 14 East 4th Street, New York, NY. The sale is made through One More Time Music, Inc., c/o Tri Star Sports & Entertainment, located at 215 Ward Circle, Suite 200, Brentwood, TN, 37027. 2012: Jan. 26, 2012 - Billboard names Irving Azoff the most powerful person in the music industry. Feb. 17, 2012 - Britney settles her lawsuit with Brand Sense Partners LLC, paying the company commissions for a period of years, in addition to a lump sum. Mar. 21, 2012 - James Spears registers "Cookin' Cruzin' & Chaos, LLC" as a corporate entity with the Louisiana Department of State. Apr. 6, 2012 - Michael Sands, 66, former publicist for Mark Vincent Kaplan, dies while trying a beef sample at L.A. Gelson's deli counter. Apr. 24, 2012 - James Spears, acting as co-trustee of the Love Shack Trust, assists in the sale of Britney's home at 12094 Summit Circle in Beverly Hills. Aug. 15, 2012 - Probate Judge Reva G. Goetz approves of the use of the term “net cash” in a new order regarding accounting formats. Aug. 22, 2012 - California Governor Jerry Brown appoints 26-year old Jeffrey Azoff, son of Irving Azoff, to the Board of Directors of the California Exposition and State Fair. Azoff has been senior manager and strategic operations manager at Front Line Management Group Inc. since 2008. Sept. 12, 2012 - The first episode of The X Factor airs with Britney as a judge. Oct. 10, 2012 - Jeffrey Azoff, son of Irving Azoff, leaves his father’s Front Line Management to become a music agent at Creative Artists Agency (CAA). Nov. 15, 2012 - Judge Brenda Penny is made a temporary judge on Britney’s case by the probate court. Dec. 11, 2012 - The Maloofs are reported to be so broke that they’re flying coach. Dec. 19, 2012 - The branch of Britney Touring, Inc. registered in California as "foreign stock" is surrendered by James P. Spears and Andrew Wallet. (Company No.: C2748100) Dec. 28, 2012 – Live Nation Entertainment renews the contract of CEO Michael Rapino until 2019. Dec. 31, 2012 - Irving Azoff steps down as chairman of Live Nation Entertainment. The corporation retains Azoff’s Front Line Management Group, while Azoff signs a non-compete clause which prevents him from signing other artists under his own management company. 2013: Jan. 11, 2013 - Billboard reports that Britney has signed with Creative Artists Agency (CAA) to represent her worldwide. Managing partner Rob Light and Jeffrey Azoff will be the responsible agents. Jan. 12, 2013 - Around this time, Britney ends her engagement with Jason Trawick. Jan. 24, 2013 - The branch of Britney Touring, Inc. that was incorporated in New York in 2003 as a "foreign business corporation" by Rudolph & DeBeer, LLP is dissolved by James Spears and Andrew Wallet and is issued a "Certificate of Termination." The company's "Next Statement Due Date" is listed as 06/30/2005. (Company No.: 2923015) Mar. 15, 2013 - Around this time, Britney starts dating David Lucado. May 30, 2013 - Atara Tours, Inc. is registered in Nevada with James Spears as President and Andrew Wallet as Treasurer. May 31, 2013 - The Maloof family sells the Sacramento Kings for $534-million. June 3, 2013 - Britney's contract with Planet Hollywood in Las Vegas is signed. Britney's signature does not appear on the document; Andrew Wallet, co-conservator of her estate, signs on her behalf. Oct. 29, 2013 - During a probate court hearing, Andrew Wallet expresses his desire to modify the basis for calculating his fees. Judge Penny instructs Wallet to lodge a declaration setting the scope and nature of his services in order to assist in determining an appropriate methodology for modification of fees. Nov. 20, 2013 - A “Declaration of Andrew M. Wallet In Support of Fee Modification” is submitted to the probate court. Within the document, Wallet claims that, "Throughout the conservatorship, Declarant has been intimately involved in every facet of the Conservatee's financial life and has been continuously involved in matters pertaining to her person." He says that he "continues to actively manage the various business interests, the professionals such as the manager, business manager, entertainment lawyers, litigation counsel, investment advisors, family law counsel, assets, finances, and the many business interests of the Conservatee. Over the course of more than five ( 5) years, Declarant has instituted multiple protocols by which the conservatorship estate operates and which have proven to be beneficial to the Conservatee. By way of example, and not by way of limitation, at the planning stages of the Circus Tour, the Declarant instructed entertainment counsel to spread the risk of the Conservatee failing to fulfill her duties on tour because of some third party providing illegal substances. The financial stakes were high and failure was not an option. Declarant insisted that all contracting parties with the conservatorship estate, (there were hundreds of contracts), would sign consents [redacted] long as they were involved with the tour, [redacted] agree to liquidated damages and confidentiality [redacted] acknowledgments of their responsibilities to have [redacted] was greatly concerned at the planning stages for the Circus Tour, that the many hundreds of vendors, drivers, dancers, hair stylists, performers, etc. could bring financial disaster to the tour by providing illegal substances to the Conservatee. That protective environment involving literally hundreds of people, who also assumed the risk if they acted improperly. That protocol greatly reduced the risk of financial failure and personal harm to the Conservatee. The same protocols were employed for the second tour and now for the Las Vegas residency." Wallet claims that "The conservatorship estate [redacted] plus the non-liquid assets, as previously stated. The "bad'' and incompetent people previously involved in the Conservatee's personal and business life, have been swept out as a result of Declarant's utilizing and urging the use of various legal actions, his terminating people's employment, resolving disputes, resulting in eliminating liabilities, debts and various threats to the conservatorship estate and the person. It has been a full time job for months at a time in order to get things under control and productive." Further, Wallet says that "Throughout the conservatorship, Declarant has been continuously engaged in the business affairs of the conservatorship estate, including interfacing with entertainment counsel, reviewing all contracts (hundreds), negotiating terms, resolving legal and business issues, interfacing with the manager, interfacing with the business managers, interfacing with Mr. Spears, interfacing with Ms. Wyle and Ms. Cohen and interfacing with Mr. Ingham among many others. Business matters include three tours, recording contracts, producer contracts, merchandise deals, branding deals, royalties, real estate, world wide trademarks, etc. Declarant has had extensive involvement with managing and directing multiple disputes and complex litigation. The conservatorship estate business affairs are quite extensive and complex, requiring a high level of expertise and prudent decision making." Dec. 27, 2013 - "Britney: Piece Of Me" launches as a residency at Planet Hollywood in Las Vegas, Nevada. 2014: Feb. 2, 2014 - James Spears is hired to cook at a Super Bowl party hosted by the Maloof family in the penthouse kitchen in Palms Place towers. “My daughter’s manager, Larry Rudolph. I’ve been knowing them ever since the Palms started. … Larry and George (Maloof) were good friends. I had come to California. I was thinking about trying to go to a chef’s school or something. Larry told me, “Let me talk to George.” So I loaded up my truck. I took all my stuff down to Phil’s condo on Wilshire Boulevard, and I went and cooked for him: fried chicken, mashed potatoes, Southern stuff. That’s what I cook, Southern stuff and comfort food, Louisiana food. And he hired me. So it was a long, very good relationship. … I cooked for four years, and I quit. I just do it for special occasions.” Mar. 14, 2014 - Jamie Lynn Spears marries James Watson in New Orleans. Watson is a businessman who owns Advanced Media Partners, a communication service that provides high-end electronics and high-definition television sets to corporations. Aug. 28, 2014 - Around this time, Britney breaks up with David Lucado. Oct. 1, 2014 - Bryan Spears' company Pork Chop Productions, Inc. receives a Franchise Tax Board suspension from the state of California. Oct. 1, 2014 - Graciella Sanchez separates from Bryan Spears. Nov. 5, 2014 - Around this time, Britney starts dating Charlie Ebersol. 2015: Jan. 2015 - During this year, James Spears pitches a reality show called "Cookin' Cruzin' and Chaos with Jamie Spears" to networks such as the Cooking Channel. The musical director of Britney's stage show is asked to assist with a promo reel. Sept. 10, 2015 - Britney and Planet Hollywood announce the "Piece of Me" residency will continue for two more years. 2016: Feb. 13, 2016 - A revamped “Britney: Piece Of Me” launches at Planet Hollywood's Axis Theater in Las Vegas. Mar. 15, 2016 - Jamie Lynn Spears appears on the Grand Ole Opry stage. She is introduced on stage by her siblings, Britney Spears and Bryan Spears. Apr. 11, 2016 - The Las Vegas Sun’s Robin Leach reports that Britney will film the video for her new single, “Make Me (Oooh)” on Monday, April 18, and that the song and video will be released four weeks later. Leach reports that Britney’s ninth studio album is set to drop four weeks after the debut of “Make Me (Oooh).” May 2, 2016 - Britney faces Lutfi across a table for four hours as she testifies for his lawsuit. By all accounts, she is cool and collected. May 4, 2016 - The New York Times runs an article titled, "Is Britney Spears Ready To Stand On Her Own?" Written by Serge F. Kovaleski and Joe Coscarelli, it is the first article to question the conservatorship within the mainstream media. May 17, 2016 - The Las Vegas Sun’s Robin Leach reports that while Britney is set to open the Billboard Music Awards on Sunday, May 22nd, her new single, “Make Me (Oooh)” hit a snag over the weekend. “I’m reliably told that technical production difficulties outside Brit and her management’s control have caused a delay in the scheduled release of the video and single until later this summer.” June 2, 2016 - E! News shares an interview with Britney on the set of her new music video for “Make Me,” to be directed by David LaChapelle. June 3, 2016 - At 1:25 a.m., Britney shares a photo from the set of the “Make Me” music video shoot on her Instagram. June 26, 2016 - Jamie Lynn Spears’ documentary “When The Lights Go Out” premieres on the TLC channel. July 11, 2016 - Three Kentwood residents are killed on Hwy. 51 near Fluker, LA around 5:45 p.m. when the driver of a 1990 Chevrolet pickup truck collides with the back of a southbound tractor trailer. The tractor trailer had stopped due to a second tractor trailer which was fully blocking the northbound and southbound lanes. The rear axles of the second tractor trailer were stuck in the west-side ditch adjacent to a private residence's driveway. July 11, 2016 - Perez Hilton leaks a two-second snippet of Britney’s new single, “Make Me (Oooh)” from what appears to be a Vimeo page during a Facebook Live session hosted from his laptop. July 12, 2016 - Perez Hilton leaks snippets of Britney’s new single, “Make Me (Oooh)” on his blog. July 14, 2016 - New Orleans radio station B97 announces it will premiere Britney’s new single, “Make Me (Oooh)” at midnight that night. July 16, 2016 - The “Make Me” video is re-filmed, with Randee St. Nicholas directing. Aug. 4, 2016 - The probate court's annual Order to Show Cause (OSC) hearing is held "off calendar." [Expand] Aug. 5, 2016 - The official “Make Me” video premieres, directed by Randee St. Nicholas. Aug. 6, 2016 - In an “exclusive,” TMZ reports that the original “Make Me” video directed by David LaChapelle was axed by Britney’s team because it was “utterly disjointed ... pointless with no story line.” Sept. 7, 2016 - Sam Lutfi settles his lawsuit against Britney and her parents, with Lutfi receiving in the low six figures. Nov. 30, 2016 - Lawyer Bryan Freedman sues Sam Lutfi (Case No. BC642177) for corresponding with "opposing parties" in Lutfi's lawsuit against Britney and her parents. Freedman was the original lawyer on the case. 2017: Jan. 30, 2017 - A court hearing occurs on the "Petition for Authority to Sell Real Property to Co-Conservator for Not Less Than Real Market Value." Apr. 20, 2017 - Andrew Wallet submits to the probate court that Mr. Spears will pay $59,688.18 to the estate for a piece of property, which is equal to the sum Britney has invested in the property, and over its appraised value of $11, 900. Mr. Spears is to re-pay the estate in three payments spread over 2017, 2018, and 2019. June 3, 2017 - Britney plays her first show in Tokyo, Japan as part of the "Britney: Live In Concert" tour. July 3, 2017 - Britney plays her last show in Tel Aviv, Israel as part of the "Britney: Live In Concert" tour. Aug. 16, 2017 - TMZ reports the conservators have filed court documents asking to change Britney's Will so her sons cannot access the entire SJB Revocable Trust at the age of 18. "Our sources say the new estate plan creates a trust for the kids..." Aug. 23, 2017 - Bryan Spears is served probate court documents including a "Notice of Hearing Re Petition for Substituted Judgement." Nov. 8, 2017 - The probate court's annual Order to Show Cause (OSC) hearing is held "off calendar." [Expand] Dec. 13, 2017 - J Squared Productions, LLC is registered as a domestic corporation in Nashville, TN by Louise Taylor. Dec. 17, 2017 - Jamie Lynn Spears requests to be named sole trustee of the SJB Revocable Trust. She is to replace Ivan Taback. Around this time the SJB Insurance Trust is assigned a new trustee; The name of the new trustee is currently unknown. Dec. 31, 2017 - The final show of the "Britney: Piece of Me" residency occurs at Planet Hollywood in Las Vegas, closing out a five-year run. 2018: Jan. 12, 2018 - Bellatori Tours, LLC is registered as a domestic corporation in the State of Nevada. James Spears, Andrew Wallet, and Lou M. Taylor are associated with the registration. Feb. 22, 2018 - Kevin Federline's lawyer, Mark Vincent Kaplan, sends a letter to Britney's representative asking for a voluntary modification of their child support agreement. May 22, 2018 - Jamie Lynn Spears is accepted as sole trustee of the SJB Revocable Trust by the probate court. The Trust is also amended to execute the new "BJS Kids & Family Trust," as well as a new Will. The "BJS Kids & Family Trust" is not to be funded until Britney dies or until the conservatorship ends. May 22, 2018 - Kevin Federline files documents with the family court asking for a forensic accounting of Britney's estate. A declaration from a forensic accountant estimates the cost to the estate will be around $100,000. May 23, 2018 - Mark Vincent Kaplan releases a statement to the media, announcing that Kevin and Britney's father are battling over an increase to his monthly custody payments. June 10, 2018 - For the first time since 2007, the monthly child support payments to Kevin Federline are increased from $20,000 to an unknown amount. June 10, 2018 - Co-Conservator Andrew Wallet asks the probate court for a substantial raise. He is approved, and begins receiving $426,000 per year for his work. July 6, 2018 - The SJB Revocable Trust undergoes its first amendment, allowing the "BJS Kids & Family Trust" to be the recipient of all of Britney's assets upon her death, or upon the conservatorship coming to an end. July 12, 2018 - The first show of the Piece of Me: Exclusive Limited Tour occurs at an MGM Resort in Maryland. Britney later testifies: "I was on tour in 2018. I was forced to: my management said if I don’t do this tour, I will have to find an attorney. My own management could sue me if I didn’t follow through with the tour. He handed me a sheet of paper as I got off the stage in Vegas and said I had to sign it. It was very threatening and scary. And with the conservatorship, I couldn’t even get my own attorney. So out of fear, I went ahead and I did the work." Aug. 3, 2018 - During an ex parte hearing in family court, Britney's private visitation deal with Kevin is modified from 50/50 to 70/30. It is not formalized by the probate court until August 28, 2019. Britney is represented in the hearing by Laura Wasser. Aug. 3, 2018 - The probate court's annual Order to Show Cause (OSC) hearing is held "off calendar." [Expand] Aug. 21, 2018 - Jodi Montgomery is hired as a Case Manager by James P. Spears and Andrew Wallet. Aug. 26, 2018 - Britney ejects a fan from a meet and greet at a London POM tour date after the fan lightly touches the back of her sweater. Aug. 28, 2018 - Britney is accused of being uncommunicative and disrespectful to fans at a Paris date of the POM tour. Both James Spears and Lou Taylor are spotted in Paris. Sept. 1, 2018 - The final regular show of the Piece of Me: Exclusive Limited Tour occurs in Blackpool, England. Fans report that Britney was crying before the show at her Meet & Greet, and videos show her crying while addressing the audience during "Freakshow." Fans also report hearing she has just signed a contract for a second Vegas residency. Sept. 5, 2018 - During a probate court hearing regarding accounting, court appointed attorney Samuel Ingham suggests that Andrew Wallet and James Spears' legal representation submit a fee petition. Judge Penny also requests a fee petition. Sept. 7, 2018 - James Spears and Andrew Wallet sell Britney's trademarks to Baby One More Mark, LLC, an entity owned by James Spears. Oct. 11, 2018 - California Governor Jerry Brown appoints Brenda J. Penny as a superior court judge for Los Angeles County. Oct. 15, 2018 - A “Petition of Co-Conservator Andrew M. Wallet to Confirm Fees and Approval” is submitted to the probate court. In the document, Wallet claims that from 2014 to present, the Britney's estate has increased in value in the amount of at least $20-million. Wallet claims that he was "initially asked to serve as co-conservator of the estate to bring stability and leadership to the conservatorship," but that instead he has been "intimately involved in all aspects of the conservatorship, including conservatorship of the person due to the inherent complexity of this conservatorship." Further, Wallet claims he was had to "manage the many people and professionals involved for over ten years. Declarant has had to hire, fire, take action against various people who were not acting in the conservatee's best interests." He asks that it be "confirmed, on a going forward basis, in the amount of $426,000.00 per year, payable monthly in the amount of $35,500.00 per month." Oct. 19, 2018 - Britney announces the Domination residency in Las Vegas, but leaves the scene before speaking to the crowd. Oct. 21, 2018 - Britney plays one final show for the Piece of Me: Exclusive Limited Tour in Austin, Texas. Britney later testifies: "When I came off that tour, a new show in Las Vegas was supposed to take place. I started rehearsing early, but it was hard because I’d been doing Vegas for four years and I needed a break in between. But no, I was told this is the timeline and this is how it’s going to go. I rehearsed four to four days a week. Half of the time in the studio and a half of the other time in a Westlake studio. I was basically directing most of the show. I actually did most of the choreography, meaning I taught my dancers my new choreography myself, I take everything I do very seriously. There’s tons of video with me at rehearsals. I wasn’t good — I was great. I led a room of 16 new dancers in rehearsals. It’s funny to hear my managers’ side of the story. They all said I wasn’t participating in rehearsals. And I never agreed to take my medication — my medication is only taken in the mornings, never at rehearsal. They don’t even see me. So why are they even claiming that? When I said no to one dance move into rehearsals, it was as if I planted a huge bomb somewhere. And I said no, I don’t want to do it this way. After that my management, my dancers and my assistant of the new people that were supposed to do the new show all went into a room, shut the door and didn’t come out for at least 45 minutes. Ma’am, I’m not here to be anyone’s slave. I can say no to a dance move. I was told by my at the time therapist, Dr. Benson — who [has since] died — that my manager called him and then that moment and told him I wasn’t cooperating or following the guidelines in rehearsals. And he also said I wasn’t taking my medication, which is so dumb, because I’ve had the same lady every morning for the past eight years give me my same medication. And I’m nowhere near these stupid people. It made no sense at all. There was a week period where they were nice to me, and I told them I don’t want to do it that way. They said if I don’t want to do the new Vegas show, I don’t have to because I was getting really nervous. It was like lifting literally 200 pounds off of me when they said I don’t have to do the show anymore, because it was really really hard on me and it was too much. I couldn’t take it anymore. So I remember telling my assistant, I feel weird if I say no, I feel like they’re gonna come back and be mean to me or punish me or something. Three days later, after I said no to Vegas, my therapist sat me down in a room and said he had a million phone calls about how I was not cooperating in rehearsals, and I haven’t been taking my medication. All this was false — he immediately, the next day, put me on lithium out of nowhere. He took me off my normal meds I’ve been on for five years. And lithium is a very, very strong and completely different medication compared to what I was used to. You can go mentally impaired if you take too much if you stay on it longer than five months. But he put me on that and I felt drunk. I couldn’t even have a conversation with my mom or dad really about anything. I told him I was scared and I my doctor had me on six different nurses with this new medication come to my home, stay with me to monitor me on this new medication, which I never wanted to be on to begin with. There were six different nurse nurses in my home and they wouldn’t let me get in my car to go anywhere for a month. Not only did my family not do a ****** thing, my dad was all for it. Anything that happened to me had to be approved by my dad. And my dad acted like he didn’t know that I was told I had to be tested over the Christmas holidays before they sent me away, when my kids went to home to Louisiana. He was the one who approved all of it. My whole family did nothing." Nov. 2, 2018 - 2300 White Stallion, LLC is registered as a corporate entity in the State of California. James Spears is associated with the registration; Michael Kane is added on November 11, 2021. 2019: Jan. 4, 2019 - The Domination residency is put on hold as "Britney" announces an indefinite work hiatus due to James' ruptured colon. Britney later testifies: "Over the two-week holiday, a lady came into my home for four hours a day, sat me down and did a psych test on me. It took forever. But I was I was told I had to, then after that I got off. When I was told I had to, then after I got a phone call from my dad, basically saying I’d failed the test or whatever, whatever. “I’m sorry, Britney, you have to listen to your doctors. They’re planning to send you to a small home in Beverly Hills to do a small rehab program that we’re going to make up for you. You’re going to pay $60,000 a month for this.” I cried on the phone for an hour and he loved every minute of it. The control he had over someone as powerful as me, as he loved the control to hurt his own daughter 100,000%. He loved it. I packed my bags and went to that place. I worked seven days a week, no days off, which in California, the only similar thing to this is called s** trafficking. Making anyone work against their will, taking all their possessions away — credit card, cash, phone passport — and placing them in a home where they work with the people who live with them. They all lived in the house with me, the nurses, the 24-7 security. There was one chef that came there and cooked for me daily on them during the weekdays. They watched me change every day — morning, noon and night. I had no privacy dog from my, from my room, I get eight gallons of blood a week. If I didn’t do any of my meetings and work from eight to six at night, which is 10 hours a day, seven days a week, no days off, I wouldn’t be able to see my kids or my boyfriend. I never had a say in my schedule. They always told me I had to do this. And Ma’am, I will tell you, sitting in a chair 10 hours a day, seven days a week, in a fog… and especially when you can’t walk out the front door." Mar. 4, 2019 - Lawyer Andrew Wallet resigns as co-conservator of Britney's estate. Court documents state: "The conservatorship is engaged in numerous ongoing business activities requiring immediate attention and it therefore is in the best interest of the conservatee that the acceptance of Wallet's resignation and the issuance of amended letters of conservatorship of the estate occur immediately and without delay." Also, "'Substantial detriment, irreparable harm and immediate danger will result to the conservatee and her estate if the relief requested herein in not granted on an ex parte basis." Mar. 5, 2019 - The probate court issues amended letters of conservatorship to Jamie Spears, reflecting that he must furnish a bond of $47,285,400.00. Mar. 7, 2019 - In an email to fans from the Ticket Office Manager of Park MGM’s Park Theater, it is announced that Domination has been cancelled. Apr. 3, 2019 - TMZ reports that Britney checked herself into a mental health facility a week earlier to help her cope with her father's illness. Apr. 3, 2019 - Atara Tours undergoes a name change; Britney is named President, replacing James P. Spears. None of the other LLC's are changed. Apr. 16, 2019 - A recording is leaked by the Britney's Gram podcast in which a paralegal claims that Britney was forced into a mental health facility against her will after refusing to take her medication during Domination rehearsals. Apr. 23, 2019 - Britney's Instagram account posts content that does not match a caption that reads: “These fake emails everywhere were crafted by Sam Lutfi years ago. . .I did not write them. He was pretending to be me and communicating with my team with a fake email address.” Apr. 25, 2019 - Britney completes her stay at a mental health facility. Apr. 25, 2019 - Turnip Green, LLC is registered as a corporation in Louisiana with James Spears as a member and a mailing address linked to Lou M. Taylor. Apr. 29, 2019 - Sam Lutfi sends Lynne Spears a long message and $1,000, asking her to lawyer up and fight for control of the conservatorship. He tells her the "b gram girls would like to speak to you as well." May 6, 2019 - Lynne Spears files to retain Louisiana attorney Gladstone N. Jones III and to become an interested party in Britney's conservatorship. May 8, 2019 - A temporary restraining order is issued against Sam Lutfi, ordering him to stay away from Britney Spears, her parents, and two children. It is to remain active until May 28, 2019. May 8, 2019 - Lynne Spears' request to retain legal counsel is fast-tracked and approved by the probate court in time for an upcoming May 10th hearing. May 10, 2019 - A 730 evaluation is ordered after Britney requests to speak to the probate court. James Spears and Lynne Spears also address the court as Lynne attempts to gain access to medical records. At this hearing, Britney tells the probate court that, among other things, Larry Rudolph threatened to sue her if she didn't agree to the POM summer tour; that she had no time off between the summer tour and the rehearsals for the new Domination residency; that Larry Rudolph called her doctor and lied about her not taking her medication as punishment for not agreeing to perform choreography for the Domination residency; that she was put on lithium as punishment for asking to cancel the Domination residency; and that in January of 2019 she was forced into a mental health facility for four months as punishment for cancelling the Domination residency. Britney later testifies about the May 10th appearance: "The last time I spoke to you by just keeping the conservatorship going, and also keeping my dad in the loop, made me feel like I was dead — like I didn’t matter, like nothing had been done to me, like you thought I was lying or something. I’m telling you again, because I’m not lying. I want to feel heard. And I’m telling you this again, so maybe you can understand the depth and the degree and the damage that they did to me back then." May 28, 2019 - Sam Lutfi testifies in a closed-door court hearing regarding the temporary restraining order that was placed on him on May 8, 2019. During the hearing, text messages between Lutfi and Britney’s brother-in-law James Watson are entered as evidence. In one text, Lutfi allegedly tells Watson they should band together to remove James as conservator. Lutfi claims he is affiliated with a law firm and asks Watson if he is prepared to make Lynne Spears the conservator of Britney and her estate. Lutfi allegedly tells Watson that he could advance him $10,000 so Watson "would know we mean business." In Lutfi’s opposition to the restraining order, he claims he has “not directly contacted Ms. Spears since at least 2009.” The order is set to remain in place until the next hearing in June 2019. June 3, 2019 - Lou M. Taylor sends a "cease & desist" letter to Britney fan Bryan S. Kuchar for creating loumtaylor.com, and a second site, loumtaylor.net. June 13, 2019 - During a court hearing regarding the Sam Lutfi restraining order application, James Spears testifies about a text message Lutfi sent to Jamie Lynn Spears' husband, Jamie Watson. In the text, Lutfi said he could help change the conservatorship so that Britney's mother, Lynne Spears, would be put in charge. Watson then sent the text message to Jamie, who then contacted his lawyer. When asked by Lutfi’s attorney Marc Gans how he felt upon seeing the text messages, James testified that, "Yes I was very upset. He's trying to dissemble my family and take down the conservatorship. He called Britney's mother five or six times, and my son-in-law five or six times." The judge orders Lutfi to stay at least 200 yards away from the singer, her parents, and her kids for five years. June 27, 2019 - ET reports that James Spears is suing Anthony Elia, the creator of the blog Absolute Britney, on behalf of Britney's conservatorship. James claims the blog and its social media accounts defame him and the rest of the pop star's team by suggesting they are using her social media in a way to negatively portray her and do her harm. Court documents state that "It is time for the conspiracy theories about Britney Spears’ well-being and the mob #FreeBritney movement to stop.” July 1, 2019 - Lou M. Taylor files a lawsuit against Britney fan Bryan S. Kuchar for creating loutaylor.com, and a second site, loumtaylor.net. (Case No. 1:19-cv-03028-MLB) Aug. 8, 2019 - James Spears pays $49,545.00 from Britney's estate to secure a bond with Bond Services of California, LLC. The bond covers the period from March 5, 2019 to March 5, 2020. Aug. 15, 2019 - The probate court's annual Order to Show Cause (OSC) hearing is held "off calendar." [Expand] Aug. 24, 2019 - Britney's psychiatrist, Dr. Timothy Benson dies of an aneurysm. Britney later testifies: "...to be totally honest with you, when [Dr. Benson] passed away, I got on my knees and thanked God. In other words, my team is pushing it with me again. I have trapped phobias being in small rooms because of the trauma, locking me up for four months in that place." Aug. 24, 2019 - Sean Preston and James Spears get into an argument at James' condo. Sean locks himself in a room and James breaks down the door, shaking him. Aug. 28, 2019 - The probate court finalizes the 70/30 visitation schedule approved by the family court one year earlier. Sept. 3, 2019 - A restraining order is issued against James Spears, ordering him to stay away from Sean and Jayden following the altercation. Sept. 9, 2019 - Jodi Montgomery is named as Britney's temporary conservator of her person. She has already served as her "care manager" for over a year. Sept. 9, 2019 - Within 10 days, Judge Penny is to receive a report from a court-appointed evaluator who spent 3+ months determining if Britney's medical care is appropriate. Nov. 12, 2019 - Lou M. Taylor emails James Spears to address the 5% commission that Tri Star Sports & Entertainment Group receives for their business management services. Since Britney is no longer working, Taylor requests, "...a floor of $500k a year." Nov. 25, 2019 - Atara Tours, LLC is dissolved. Dec. 20, 2019 - Robin Greenhill emails James Spears a spreadsheet showing that Tri Star needs $308,974.51 to meet their new "floor of $500k a year." Dec. 20, 2019 - Within two hours, James Spears responds to Robin Greenhill's request with the message, "Approved." Dec. 20, 2019 - James Spears wins an injunction against Absolute Britney blogger Anthony Elia, forcing him to stop talking negatively about Britney's conservatorship, republishing, distributing or disseminating posts, or asking third parties to do so for him. Dec. 23, 2019 - Court-appointed attorney Samuel Ingham emails James Spears' legal team . "Good morning, Geri & Jeryll - Hope you are both enjoying the holiday season. I'm writing to follow up on our previous discussions of the 2020 budget. My client wants to start planning her travel for early next year and we need to know what funds will be available. It would also be very helpful if you could provide a list of all individuals and firms currently being paid by the conservatorship and its entities as percentages. Ideally this would include the name, percentage, fee basis and contract expiration date. Finally, I'm wondering if you have been able to check into alternatives for the production team on the next record album. Thanks and best regards, Sam." 2020: Feb. 24, 2020 - Lou M. Taylor is scheduled to be deposed in Atlanta in her civil lawsuit against Britney fan Bryan S. Kuchar. Mar. 5, 2020 - A confidential settlement is reached in the civil lawsuit between Lou M. Taylor and Bryan S. Kuchar. Mar. 5, 2020 - The bond issued to James P. Spears by Bond Services of California, LLC expires. Mar. 7, 2020 - Britney’s Domination residency at the Park MGM Las Vegas is officially cancelled. The news comes via an email to an inquisitive ticket holder from Dan Radabaugh, Ticket Office Manager for the Park Theater. Mar. 10, 2020 - Tri Star uses $153,759.99 from Britney's estate to cover legal fees stemming from Lou M. Taylor's personal lawsuit against Bryan S. Kuchar. Mar. 13, 2020 - James P. Spears, acting on behalf of the conservatorship, files a civil suit against Sam Lutfi. The case type is listed as "Petition to Compel/Confirm/Vacate Arbitration," and a includes a "Petition to Confirm Arbitration Award." (Case No. 20STCP01095) Apr. 10, 2020 - Britney is reported to be spending lockdown in Louisiana with James Spears, Lynne Spears, Jamie Lynn Spears, and her two nieces. She stays for two weeks before returning to Los Angeles to visit her sons. She undergoes two weeks of quarantine at the request of Kevin Federline. July 13, 2020 - Lynne Spears files a "Request for Special Notice" with the court in the matter of the SJB Revocable Trust. July 21, 2020 - Jeryll S. Cohen e-mails court-appointed attorney Samuel Ingham to state that the initial contract with Tri Star is not available because documents dating back to the early years of the conservatorship have not been digitised. July 23, 2020 - Bryan Spears appears on the "As NOT Seen on TV Podcast" in anticipation of a probate court hearing that day. "She's always wanted to get out of it. It's very frustrating to have," Bryan says of the conservatorship. "Whether someone's coming in peace to help or coming in with an attitude, having someone constantly tell you to do something has got to be frustrating. She's wanted to get out of it for quite some time." Bryan says that "Obviously there was a need for it in the beginning," and says the conservatorship has "been a great thing for our family, to this point, and [we] keep hoping for the best." He says that his father has "done the best he could, given the situation he was put in," and recalled how "we've had to work together as a family to keep it all going. One person might be on stage and doing this, but it's a sacrifice from everybody. Everyone is putting in, to some degree, a little bit to keep everything going." July 23, 2020 - A scheduled probate court hearing is postponed after four individuals illegally access the court’s digital video link system and refuse to leave, even popping back up several times after being ordered by Judge Penny to exit the system. According to sources inside the courtroom, Britney is scheduled to make an appearance at the hearing via video link. The hearing is re-scheduled for August 16, 2020. Aug. 1, 2020 - James Spears calls the #FreeBritney movement "a joke." In an interview with the NY Post he claims "All these conspiracy theorists don’t know anything. The world don’t have a clue.” Further, “It’s up to the court of California to decide what’s best for my daughter. It’s no one else’s business.” He claims, “I have to report every nickel and dime spent to the court every year,” and asks, “How the hell would I steal something?” Aug. 6, 2020 - The Twelfth Account Current is filed with the probate court. It shows Britney's assets in the "estate" to be valued at nearly $56.4-million. Aug. 17, 2020 - Sam Lutfi sends a "cease and desist" letter to Lou M. Taylor regarding her allegations on social media that Lutfi admitted to writing disparaging emails about Taylor. Lutfi contends that Britney wrote the emails calling Taylor a "crazy lady" and a "stalker." Aug. 19, 2020 - James Spears requests the court allow Andrew Wallet to once again become co-conservator of Britney's estate. Aug. 21, 2020 - Jamie Lynn Spears files a Petition for Order to Deposit Trust Assets Into Blocked Account(s). Jamie Lynn includes an application to involve Stonebridge Wealth Management as an authorized agent. Lou M. Taylor has 13+ years of experience with Stonebridge. Aug. 23, 2020 - Owner of Black Box Security, Edan Yemini, forwards an email to security guard Alex Vlasov in which Britney's court-appointed counsel, Samuel Ingham, asks James Spears' lawyer for confirmation that calls, texts, and voicemails from Britney's new phone will not be monitored, "directly or indirectly." Aug. 23, 2020 - Owner of Black Box Security, Edan Yemini, instructs security guard Alex Vlasov to cease monitoring Britney's communications with her court-appointed counsel, Samuel Ingham. Aug. 24, 2020 - James Spears' lawyer, Geraldine Wyle, confirms to Samuel Ingham that Mr. Spears does not have access to Britney's calls, texts, or voicemails. Aug. 31, 2020 - Court-appointed attorney Samuel Ingham nominates Bessemer Trust to become conservator of Britney's estate. Sept. 2, 2020 - Court-appointed attorney Samuel Ingham files an objection to the Motion to Seal the Aug. 19, 2020 transcript and petition to have Andrew Wallet re-appointed as conservator. His objection states: "Britney strongly believes it is consistent not only with her personal best interests but also with good public policy generally that the decision to appoint a new conservator of her estate be made in as open and transparent a manner as possible. The sealing motion is supposedly being brought by her father to "protect" Britney's interests, but she is adamantly opposed to it." Further, "Britney welcomes and appreciates the informed support of her many fans. Although the sealing motion is supposedly for her "protection", Britney herself is vehemently opposed to this effort by her father to keep her legal struggle hidden away in the closet as a family secret." Sept. 11, 2020 - Court-appointed attorney Samuel Ingham files a petition with the probate court objecting to the re-appointment of Andrew Wallet as co-conservator. Within the petition, he writes: "In considering the economic impact of Mr. Wallet's return on Britney's estate, it should be noted that on December 20, 2019, after Mr. Wallet had departed, James modified the compensation of Tri Star Sports and Entertainment Group ("Tri Star"), the business manager, to provide for a minimum annual fee of $500,000.00. This amount represents more than double the amount that Tri Star was previously receiving. A copy of the documentation for this modification as provided by counsel for James in the form of an email chain ending Jul y 21 , 2020 is attached as Exhibit "C" and incorporated by this reference." Sept. 15, 2020 - Katerina Perreault, a practicing attorney and former employee of Hinojosa & Wallet, files a declaration stating she has first-hand knowledge that documents dating as far back as 2009 were digitized and uploaded to the firm's server. Sept. 16, 2020 - Court-appointed attorney Samuel Ingham files a report with the probate court stating that Tri Star Entertainment, owned by Lou M. Taylor, has stopped paying him. "The last payment I received was on August 20, 2020 for legal services rendered to Britney for the week ending August 14, 2020. I have continued to submit written statements on a weekly basis consistent with the standing order since that time." Sept. 16, 2020 - Samuel Ingham files a motion with the court objecting to the re-appointment of Andrew Wallet as co-conservator. Sept. 22, 2020 - Arbitration in the civil court regarding the restraining order against Sam Lutfi ends with an Order to Show Cause hearing (Failure to Prosecute the Case). Oct. 5, 2020 - James Spears withdraws his request for Andrew Wallet to once again become co-conservator of Britney's estate. Oct. 30, 2020 - Katerina Perreault e-mails court-appointed attorney Samuel Ingham to request that he ask Tri Star employees to stop stalking her, including an incident at a car wash, and following her to the dog park. Oct. 31, 2020 - Katerina Perreault sends a "cease and desist" letter to Lou M. Taylor at Tri Star formally requesting that Tri Star employees stop stalking her, including waiting outside her house, and following her on hikes and to the dog park. Nov. 2, 2020 - Jamie Lynn Spears withdraws her petition to move assets and asks to resign as sole trustee of the SJB Revocable Trust. Nov. 2, 2020 - Court-appointed attorney Samuel Ingham asks the court to be named guardian of the SJB Revocable Trust. Nov. 3, 2020 - Tri Star Sports & Entertainment Group, owned by Lou M. Taylor, resigns as Britney’s business manager without prior notice. Nov. 3, 2020 - James Spears retains Michael Kane to serve as Britney’s business manager. Nov. 6, 2020 - Court-appointed attorney Samuel Ingham files an objection to the $308,974.51 paid to Tri Star in December 2019 to hit their "floor of $500k a year." He also objects to Lou M. Taylor using Britney's estate to pay her personal legal fees, to accounting errors made regarding rent payments from Spears Management, LLC to Bridgemore Timber, LLC, and requests either further information or an independent auditor. Nov. 10, 2020 - Judge Brenda Penny refuses to remove James Spears as sole financial conservator, but approves Bessemer Trust as co-conservator of her estate. Nov. 11, 2020 - Jamie Lynne Spears texts Britney to let her know that her court-appointed attorney, Samuel Ingham, is working closely with Lynne Spears and her lawyers. She says her father, James Spears, wants to resign, but wants to confirm this with Britney one-on-one without involvement of the lawyers. Jamie Lynn says she feels that Ingham purposely left his petition to remove James full of holes because he is working to the benefit of Lynne and not Britney. She also says Ingham may have toured the mental health facility that Britney was forced into in January of 2019. 2021: Feb. 11, 2021 - James Spears files an objection to the proposed order appointing Bessemer Trust as co-conservator of her estate. Apr. 26, 2021 - James Spears' attorneys accuse Lynne Spears' legal team of sharing their objections to James' legal fees with lawyers representing Sam Lutfi. Apr. 27, 2021 - Court-appointed attorney Samuel Ingham tells the probate court that, “The conservatee, she has requested that I seek from the court a status hearing at which she can address the court directly." Further, “This does not relate to any of the matters on the calendar now and it does not related to the accounting or the fee issues.” May 5, 2021 - TMZ reports that Britney will not ask to have the conservatorship terminated when she addresses the court next month, but simply wants her father James removed as conservator. In an “Exclusive,” TMZ claims that Britney does not feel trapped in the conservatorship and has “99% of the freedom she'd have if she weren't in a conservatorship, and the only thing she's prevented from doing are crazy things, like buying 3 cars at a time [something she tried to do back in the day]." June 23, 2021 - For a second time, Britney testifies to the probate court that, among other things, Larry Rudolph threatened to sue her if she didn't agree to the POM summer tour; that she had no time off between the summer tour and the rehearsals for the new Domination residency; that Larry Rudolph called her doctor and lied about her not taking her medication as punishment for not agreeing to perform choreography for the Domination residency; that she was put on lithium as punishment for asking to cancel the Domination residency; that she was forced into a mental health facility for a month in January of 2019 as punishment for cancelling the Domination residency. Britney also testifies that she wants to have a baby but her father will not allow her to remove her IUD; that she wants to sue her family; that her court-appointed attorney Samuel Ingham failed to tell her that she could file to terminate the conservatorship; that she wants a new lawyer; and that she wants to terminate the conservatorship immediately. June 25, 2021 - Court-appointed attorney Samuel Ingham files the paperwork to make Bessemer Trust the co-conservator of Britney's estate alongside Jamie Spears, almost 10 months after requesting it orally. July 1, 2021 - In a declaration attached to Bessemer Trust’s Application to Resign, the company states it was told by Samuel Ingham that the conservatorship was voluntary. In light of Britney’s statement to the Court on June 23rd, they do not believe that to be the case. July 5, 2021 - Deadline reports that Larry Rudolph has resigned as Britney's manager via a letter to James Spears and Jodi Montgomery. "Earlier today, I became aware that Britney had been voicing her intention to officially retire. As you know, I have never been a part of the conservatorship nor its operations, so I am not privy to many of these details." July 9, 2021 - Worthy Publishing confirms to Billboard that Jamie Lynn Spears has signed a book deal with a release date set for January of 2022. Worthy's website states the title is "I Must Confess: Family, Fame, and Figuring It Out," but the publisher later states that the title was “erroneously released” to book retail websites. July 14, 2021 - Court hearing. [Note: Insert results.] Sept. 7, 2021 - Britney Spears files for termination of the conservatorship through her lawyer, Mathew S. Rosengart. Sept. 29, 2021 - During a probate court hearing, all parties consent to the termination of the conservatorship. Sept. 29, 2021 - Andrew Wallet voluntarily resigns from the State Bar of California; He is no longer eligible to practice law in the State. Nov. 1, 2021 - Lynne Spears files a request asking that Britney's estate pay roughly $650,000 to cover her attorney's fees. 2022: Jan. 17, 2022 - Britney's attorney Mathew S. Rosengart sends a "Cease & Desist" letter to Jamie Lynn Spears, requesting that she stop publicly airing "false or fantastical grievances" against Britney during her promotional tour for her book "Things I Should Have Said." Jan. 19, 2022 - In a court filing, Britney's attorney Mathew S. Rosengart requests that James Spears admit that while he was Conservator of the Estate he engaged in a romantic relationship with Lou M. Taylor. __________________________________ TO BE CONTINUED...

So back in August a fan exchanged few messages with Sean Preston that show Sean speaking badly about Britney: https://www.instagram.com/p/CiTux7dJLcR/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= https://www.instagram.com/p/CiTC5wcPN-D/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= I am kind of shocked and sad... Your thoughts???

So so so strange...so I have just noticed that Vicky T liked Lynne Spears's new Instagram post asking Britney to speak with her in private. Vicky T doesn't follow Lynne. So it makes that like even more interesting and confusing. It proves she really meant to like it... Your thoughts???💭💭💭

For so long Jason Trawick was flying under the radar. But he was Britney's friend before conservatorship,he was there soon after it started and he became Britney's boyfriend one year into conservatorship,became her fiancé in 2011 and later even her co-conservator of the person. They split up in 2013. Skip Ads by × × He was with Britney for 4 years,one Sam is longer with her. And in the light of the recent news from the hearing there was a huge change in the way of accounting was done,it helped Lou Taylor to hide transactions. Mathew Rosengart wants to make a investigation from 2010. Look at that post above ⬆️⬆️⬆️ It would be huge if Jason speaks up and share the tea. In my opinion he could be a key for many answers. Jamie trusted him. Related:

So last night after listening to Britney's speech on YouTube I went to smoke and I was listening to music on my phone and then "My prerogative"started to play. Damn...this song after 18 years hits so hard. I know it's not original Britney's song. It's a cover of Bobby Brown but damn...This song is so freaking about Britney and her life. And her true!!! I really recommend you guys to just play it. And when she sings "my sister". It hits so hard. "People can take take everything from you. But they can't take away your truth. But can you handle mine?" It hits so so so hard. Especially,if you listen to it after her recent true. If ever Britney returns to stage damn she should perform that song as her opening. And the fact that this song is not appreciated enough. People Stan Toxic and other songs but this is real Britney. In 2004 she really showed her power and truth with that song and then Do Something. The most underappreciated era of Britney's career. The era of her truth. Being herself. Speaking her mind. 2022 is new 2004. It's her prerogative! And we ain't no ready to handle her truth but we are ready to hear it.

Como todos saben ayer Britney decidió llevarse toda la atención de los VMA compartiendo su historia, con algunos detalles, de lo que fue vivir bajo 15 años de tutela llena de abusos por parte de su familia y su equipo. Mientras lo escuchaba quedé en shock, si bien muchos detalles sabíamos, escucharlo de ella, primera mano, fue más sorpresivo. Su progenitor es un asco de persona, su hermana un felpudo y su madre una cómplice. Britney es muy fuerte, necesita tener justicia. Les comparto una transmisión/podcast que hice ayer, traduciendo las palabras de Britney y reaccionando, compartiendo mis pensamientos sobre el tema. estoy listo para llenarle la cara de dedos a Jamie.

A large part of the discussion around the conservatorship involves Britney's finances. Let's compare two lawsuits — the WEG lawsuit and the Brand Sense lawsuit — to see if they offer up any clues as to how her finances have been managed both before and after the conservatorship. Shall we? The WEG Lawsuit: In October of 2007, Britney's former manager, Johnny Wright, sued Britney and her company "Britney Touring, Inc." for unpaid commissions he claimed she owed him. Johnny alleged that Britney stopped paying him in December of 2006, just as she split from Kevin Federline. The commissions dated back to 2003, when Britney and Johnny parted ways, and included album advances for "In The Zone" and "Greatest Hits." The fact that "Britney Touring, Inc." was also named in the lawsuit hints that Johnny felt she owed him commissions on the "Onyx Hotel Tour," as well as possibly the "House of Blues Tour." Johnny claimed he didn't know how much she owed since he hadn't received accounting reports since 2003. Source: https://www.billboard.com/articles/news/1047435/wright-sues-spears-for-breach-of-contract/ Within the court documents it stated: "Upon information and belief, SPEARS and BTI concealed from WEG a series of negotiations and agreements for otherwise commissionable Gross Receipts payable to WEG, thus diverting those commissions to SPEARS directly or indirectly, or to corporate entities without the knowledge, consent, or agreement of WEG, both before and after the termination Agreement." The Brand Sense Lawsuit: In March of 2011, a company called Brand Sense Partners, LLC sued Britney for unpaid commissions they claimed she owed them. They claimed a compromise deal was orchestrated by Jamie Spears and Lou M. Taylor, which delivered perfume royalties from Elizabeth Arden directly to Britney. Source: https://radaronline.com/exclusives/2011/03/exclusive-britney-spears-being-sued-10m-ex-business-partner/ Within the court documents it stated: “Britney secretly made a separate deal with Elizabeth Arden in a sneaky underhanded effort to circumvent and evade its obligations to Brand Sense.” ... “Brand Sense had a contractual right to a 35% commission on any Britney Spears-branded fragrance sold by Elizabeth Arden” ... “But Mr. Spears complained that the commission was too high and said that Britney did not want to pay it.” Both lawsuits were settled by the conservatorship, and included large payments to Johnny Wright and Brand Sense Partners. The SJB Revocable Trust: In July of 2004, Britney's estimated $100-million fortune was placed into the SJB Revocable Trust. Britney was named as the sole Trustee. Source: https://people.com/crime/whos-in-charge-of-britney-spearss-money/ Adam Streisand: In February of 2008, lawyer Adam Streisand attempted to represent Britney in the first hearing for the proposed conservatorship. Before being ejected from the courtroom, Streisand claimed Britney had told him her estate was worth $40-million, encompassed 15 separate entities, and was in the middle of a $17-million IRS audit with Jive Records. Streisand says Britney has expressed a "very strong desire" for her father, Jamie Spears, not to be the conservator of her estate, and asked the court to name Northern Trust Bank and her business manager Howard Grossman as co-conservators. Source: https://www.mtv.com/news/1580917/britney-spears-lawyer-ejected-from-courtroom-after-judge-doesnt-recognize-him-as-her-counsel/ Michael Sands: In February 2008, following Adam Streisand's unsuccessful attempts to represent Britney, lawyer Jon Eardley filed documents with the court claiming she had been robbed. Eardley's spokesman, Michael Sands (who was also the spokesman for Sam Lutfi) claimed that RICO Act violations had taken place. He claimed the theft was on a grand scale, involving racketeering, wire fraud and money laundering, and that the theft "occurred prior to the conservatorship taking place and continues still." Source: https://www.mtv.com/news/1582277/britney-spears-has-been-robbed-her-self-proclaimed-lawyer-insists/ Bryan Spears: In July of 2020, Britney's older brother Bryan Spears sat down for an interview where he talked about taking over the financial end of the "family business." 13:20 - "It was 2003 that I took over, until 2009." 12:20 - "We didn't have anyone that was overseeing the actual financial business development, next step kind of thing for Brit. We had managers, we had business managers, we had agents. Everything. But no one was looking at what the left hand was doing and looking at what the right hand was doing. There was no top cop, basically, who was looking out for her best interests. So we, as a family, as we always do, vote and come up with a family decision. We all thought that would be a good idea for me to oversee all of it...Making sure money is being put away, new business is being formed, brands are being formed, trying to make money while we sleep so we're not so focused on having to tour." 14:42 - "Looking at a situation...if I feel like I don't have a really good handle on it, or if I feel like I don't have the expertise to conquer it, I go and hire or find the person or company that can. So, I went and hired Ernst & Young out of Nashville, brought them in and did an entire audit of every single detail of her business from publishing to branding to merchandising...we had a huge doll line. Tour merch, and all of that. And I had those guys give me a report that showed me, and we all broke it down. And then I went back, assessed it, and then I wound up having to make a lot of adjustments after that." Interviewer: "So how did you feel when you got that report?" Bryan: "I was not very well liked, you could put it that way, amongst the team." Interviewer: "Did you give a rat's ***? I mean, if they're stealing from your sister?" Bryan: "Looking back on it, I did what was right." Interviewer: "What did you do? Did you clean house?" Bryan: "Ya. Everyone but the manager." 17:22 - "My thing was new business development, that's what I kind of focused on. Which was the branding, and creating the Elizabeth Arden fragrance line with her. Just that alone has done over a $100-billion in sales...If your brand is producing those kind of numbers globally, in a 10-year span, that's a lot of money." Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kS9Gyo7JdO8 Britney's Access to Money: In October 2006, Britney hired Sean Phillip to work for her as a personal trainer. He claims Britney had no access to her money in the months prior to the conservatorship: “It was crazy. They took away her credit cards, her phone went, she wasn’t even given the access code to her own house. “All she had financially — and this is long before the s*** hit the fan, this is before the head shaving incident — all she had was a piece of paper with one credit card number on to pay for things. “But she didn’t actually have the card in her hands. It was a black Amex which was assigned to her manager’s business. So we would be left with bills for things that we couldn’t really afford." Source: https://www.thesun.co.uk/tvandshowbiz/15614693/britney-spears-pills-cash-hell-pal/ On March 2, 2007, while Britney was in rehab, a tabloid reported a similar story that occurred the morning after she shaved her head: "Spears, 25, stumbled into the swanky Hollywood hotel on the morning of February 17 - wearing an electric blue wig to cover her newly shaved head. The pop princess tried to book a room but was refused when it emerged she had no credit card or cash - just half a credit card number scrawled on a piece of paper." Source: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-439732/Britney-Be-friend.html Connecting the Dots: In 1999, Britney hired Johnny Wright to manage her career alongside entertainment lawyer Larry Rudolph. At this time, Britney signed a 10-year contract with Johnny and his management company, Wright Entertainment Group (WEG) which specified that "sunset payments" for deals he negotiated for her were to be paid through February of 2009. Following her split with Justin Timberlake in 2003, Britney parted ways with Johnny Wright. She remained with her other manager, Larry Rudolph. Around this time, Britney's older brother, Bryan Spears, took over the financial end of the "family business." He brought in a team of accountants to do a financial audit. Upon seeing the results, Bryan fired everyone except Larry Rudolph. He went on to focus on business development, including a multi-billion-dollar perfume line with Elizabeth Arden. Not long after, the SJB Revocable Trust was created to protect Britney's fortune, which was estimated to be around $100-million. All of her stocks, furnishings, jewelry, and all other assets were placed in the Trust. Britney was named as the sole Trustee. Were Britney to become incapacitated, both Bryan Spears and lawyer Ivan Taback would become co-Trustees. Two and a half years later, Britney split with husband Kevin Federline. Following their separation, Britney did not have access to her own bank account. She had nothing but a number for a black Amex credit card for her manager's business scrawled on a piece of paper. By the time she'd returned from her first trip to rehab in Antigua in mid-February 2007, she only had half of the number remaining on the piece of paper. According to Johnny Wright, payments to WEG stopped shortly after her split with Kevin. Further, Johnny claimed he did not know exactly how much Britney owed him because he had not received an accounting report since they had parted ways in 2003. Less than a year later, in October 2007, Johnny Wright filed a lawsuit against Britney and her company "Britney Touring, Inc." In the court documents, Johnny alleged that new corporations may have been created to divert the commissions owed to him. Within four months, Jamie Spears, working with the "Spears Family Spokesperson" and owner of Tri-Star Entertainment, Lou M. Taylor, applied for a temporary conservatorship over Britney. As Britney attempted to fight the conservatorship in court, it was revealed that her $100-million fortune was now worth only $40-million. At the time, Bryan Spears remained in charge of overseeing the financial end of the "family business." With Britney deemed incompetent by the court, Bryan and Ivan Taback were named Co-Trustees of the SJB Trust. Within weeks, they transferred "Britney Touring, Inc." to the newly formed Estate, to be managed by Jamie Spears and Andrew Wallet. Two years later, in 2011, a second allegation of "diverted commissions" was made in court — this time by Brand Sense Partners, LLC. The company had brokered a deal with Elizabeth Arden to create a new line of fragrances for Britney. However, Jamie Spears and Lou M. Taylor were accused in court documents of diverting commissions from Brand Sense Partners in a "sneaky underhanded" way. Both the WEG lawsuit and the Brand Sense lawsuit were eventually settled by the conservatorship, with large payouts to both to rightly compensate them for the diverted commissions. For reference... A Chronological Timeline: So... What does all of this tell us about Britney's family's role in managing her finances? Please discuss. #ResearchThread #BritneySuperSleuths #FreeBritney

🚨🚨So long time not seen. A lot of is going on in my life but not less is going on in Britney's! It seems that after unfollowing Britney and Sam(and vice versa) Vicky started to follow Jacob Diamond and Jansen(Britney's ex BFF)🚨🚨🚨 It wouldn't be surprising if Jacob didn't dig his way into the life of people from Britney's past. First he was a friend of BFF of Lynne Spears,then he met Lynne herself and then Fe. Since some time he seems BFFs with Jansen. As recently as today he posted about sending a gift to her daughter. For some time we can already observe that Lynne,her friends,Fe,Jansen and more old friends of Britney and Jacob are one time that would like to get back to Britney's life. Interesting enough is the fact that Jacob recently wrote that "they can't reach to Britney ,only to Vicky or Sam". My guess is in the light of the recent events it seems that Vicky switched the sides! Your thoughts???🔔🔔🔔

Those of us who followed Britney's story in real-time during 2007 and 2008 know what a dark figure Sam Lutfi is. It's time for the fanbase to consider that Lutfi may have been hired by someone on Team CON to assist in setting the legal foundations for the conservatorship. Why? Lutfi's PR guy, Michael Sands (who formerly worked for Kevin Federline's attorney Mark Vincent Kaplan) and Lynne Spears have both claimed that Lutfi was inserted into Britney's life "in October of 2007." We know that is a lie. Lutfi was first photographed with Britney in June of 2007...But at least two witnesses have claimed he appeared months earlier: 1) Kalie Machado In February of 2007, Britney's assistant Kalie first encountered Lutfi. [From In Touch, print edition, March 10, 2008]: "Kalie Machado claims that while she was Britney’s assistant, she received a call from a man “at a restricted number” who said he was a private investigator working for Brit’s ex husband Kevin Federline. That man was Sam. “He said he had incriminating evidence on Britney and he was going to hand it over to me,” she recalls. “We arranged to meet in a Santa Monica Starbucks.” Kalie was nervous, so she brought her roommate with her. She says she spent 20 minutes listening to Sam talk and when she demanded to see the evidence, he instead “asked all kinds of stalkerish questions – like when we leave the house and where Britney and I went.” Finally, Kalie realized that Sam had nothing and left. “I got more calls from Sam after that,” she remembers, “but I just ignored them.” Kalie stopped working for Britney… in February, 2007 and moved to San Francisco. Months later, she says she saw a photo on the Internet that made her stomach drop. “It was Britney, standing next to the man I met in Starbucks – Sam Lutfi. I got a chill down my spine.” 2) Lynne Spears Some time between the evening of February 16, 2007, and February 21, 2007, Lynne Spears received a strange phone call. [From "Through The Storm," page 165]: “Right before Britney went into Promises, after she shaved her head, I got an anonymous call from a man while I was driving in Los Angeles. There are ***** planted in Britney’s Malibu home,” he said, going on to tell me that it was a conspiracy between Kevin and Britney’s assistants to make my daughter look like a bad mother.” Two paragraphs later, Lynne admits that the man who called about the ***** was Sam Lutfi. She then proceeded to attend a taping of Dancing With The Stars with him, and also discuss shoe and jewelry endorsements. Legal Foundations: A private investigator hired by Kevin? Incriminating evidence? ***** planted in Britney's home? Who is Sam Lutfi? And why would he appear just prior to Britney mysteriously visiting a prominent criminal defense attorney before checking into a 30-day stint in rehab? Feb. 20, 2007: Britney checked into Promises rehab center in Los Angeles. Feb. 21, 2007: Kevin Federline was granted an ex parte (emergency) court hearing over custody of their two young sons. Britney checked out of Promises and drove to meet with Blair Berk, a prominent criminal defense attorney. Feb. 22, 2007: Britney checked back into rehab for a third time, staying for 30 days. Kevin retained sole physical custody of the boys for those 30 days. Oct. 1, 2007: A judge granted Kevin Federline the sole right "to retain physical custody of the minor children" after his attorney, Mark Vincent Kaplan, petitioned for an unscheduled hearing. What happened between rehab and officially losing legal custody of the boys to Kevin? Lynne Spears and Sam Lutfi attended a taping of Dancing With The Stars together on May 22, 2007. Lynne Spears and Sam Lutfi discussed shoe and jewelry endorsements. Britney was photographed partying throughout the summer, often accompanied by Sam Lutfi. The family court judge concluded that "there is a habitual, frequent, and continuous use of controlled substances and alcohol by (Spears)" and ordered her to undergo **** testing on Sept. 18, 2007. Britney was charged with hit-and-run and driving without a valid license on Sept. 23, 2007, stemming from an incident in August. Britney was photographed driving with the boys in the back of her car without a valid license. The First 5150: After losing custody on Oct.1, 2007, Britney spent the next two months with limited visitation of her boys. On Jan. 31, 2008, she locked herself in her bathroom and refused to turn the boys over to Mark Vincent Kaplan when he arrived. Sam Lutfi was present in the house. Britney later wrote a letter claiming her "friend" told her it was okay to keep the boys longer. The Second 5150: Britney spent the next month with zero visitation rights. On the night of January 27, 2008, Britney visited Dr. Deborah Nadel for the first time after the family court ordered her to undergo psychiatric testing. Over the next three days, Britney spent at least 60 hours straight awake, crying, and driving the streets of Los Angeles. On the night of January 30, 2008, paparazzi agency X17 reported that there had been a suicide attempt. Only Lutfi is present at the time, but Lynne rushed to Britney's home. On the night of January 31, 2008, Britney was alone at her house with Sam Lutfi, Lynne Spears, and Lynne's friend Jackie. Police, fire, and ambulance assisted in taking Britney to the hospital, accompanied by police helicopters. In a legal declaration filed several days later, Lynne accused Lutfi of drugging Britney that night. "Sam told Jackie and me that he grinds up Britney's pills, which were on the counter and included Risperdol and Seroquel. He told us that he puts them in her food that that was the reason she had been quiet for the last three days (she had been sleeping.) He told us that the doctor who is treating her now is trying to get her into a sleep-induced coma so that they could then give her ***** to heal her brain." The following day, Lutfi admitted that he gave Britney a "handful of pills" prior to Lynne's arrival. He claimed the pills were to treat Britney's bi-polar disorder. On Feb. 1, 2008, Jamie Spears asked the probate court for a temporary conservatorship. "Dementia" is cited as the reason. In Lynne's book, she admitted that Jamie had planned for the temporary conservatorship with Lou M. Taylor for several weeks in advance. Sam Lutfi has never been charged with any felonies related to Britney, even though the Spears accused him of drugging her, as well as stealing valuables from her home. If these accusations were true, why not press charges? The Permanent Conservatorship: On Oct. 28, 2008, the temporary conservatorship was made permanent. Britney was found to be "susceptible to undue influence," meaning she is vulnerable to others taking advantage of her. Jamie Spears used the "susceptible to undue influence" claim frequently over the next eight years, often citing Sam Lutfi as posing a danger to her. Media outlets such as TMZ frequently referred to Lutfi as being a threat until his lawsuit against the Spears wrapped in 2016. The Result: Sam Lutfi has re-appeared frequently over the past 12 years, whether it be: Assisting Britney with attempting to retain lawyer in Jon Eardley in February of 2008, earning Lutfi a restraining order. Assisting Britney in obtaining a cell phone in January of 2009 to contact lawyer Jon Eardley, earning Lutfi a second restraining order. Suing Lynne Spears over claims made in her book "Through The Storm." Suing Britney for defaulting on a management contract that would have earned Lutfi millions of dollars. Accusing Britney of being a **** user, saying he found a stash of crystal m*** in her home in July of 2007. Re-appearing on social media in 2019 and contacting Lynne Spears in 2020, resulting in additional restraining orders. Sam Lutfi may claim to be a friend of Britney, but his actions over the past 12 years have consistently given the family court and probate court reasons to: 1) Deny Britney physical and legal custody of her children. 2) Deny Britney unsupervised visitation rights with her children. 3) Commit Britney to two involuntary psychiatric holds. 4) Commit Britney to a temporary conservatorship due to "dementia." 5) Continue to hold Britney in a permanent conservatorship due to being "susceptible to undue influence." The result has been that Jamie Spears and Kevin Federline (along with attorney Mark Vincent Kaplan) have brokered private deals over the past 12 years for supervised visitation rights with the boys. This is likely the biggest reason why Britney has been compliant with the conservatorship for so many years and did not legally fight back until 2019. The question is... If Sam Lutfi was at any time paid to assist in what appears to be a multi-million-dollar racket, who was (or still is) paying him to do so? Please discuss. Sources: https://www.cele*****y.com/9838/sam_lutfi_stalked_britney_before_befriending_her_claims_her_ex_assistant/ https://books.google.ca/books/about/Through_the_Storm.html?id=eOiunEB5ccMC&redir_esc=y https://www.reuters.com/article/us-spears-idUSN2145435720070923 https://www.theguardian.com/world/2007/oct/02/pop.usa https://www.ctvnews.ca/lawyers-meet-in-spears-custody-dispute-1.257640 https://www.x17online.com/2008/01/britney_running_on_empty https://www.x17online.com/2008/01/x17_xclusive_britney_suicide_attempt https://www.x17online.com/2008/01/britney_suicide_attempt_the_hours_before https://www.x17online.com/2008/02/sam_admits_to_giving_brit_handful_of_pills https://www.x17online.com/2008/02/_is_sam_lutfi_being https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/thr-esq/britney-spears-sam-lutfi-trial-381805 Related: #ResearchThread #BritneySuperSleuths #FreeBritney

Mathew Rosengart had an interview with an Israeli newspaper and talked about Britney, his first reaction to her testimony, and what made him take this case. I thought to do a rough translation of some of the stuff he said about Britney in general (I hope the translation came out correct and understandable): "I heard the voice of a woman who was bullied. There was no jealous advocate like she deserved. She needed someone to help her. There was something in her testimony that touched my heart personally and emotionally, and also challenged me as a litigator (lawyer appearing in court) because of the abused system - but mostly I hated the bullying." "When I was prosecuting the Federal Ministry of Justice, I prosecuted criminals charged with serious offenses, and everyone had the right to hire their lawyer to defend them fiercely. Didn't Britney deserve the same right as the murderers? It didn't let me sleep at night." "This wasn't my first big case, but I knew it would be different. Ultimately you have to focus on the law, especially your client, and silence all the noise around it. And here, I had to silence the noise". What did you learn about Spears that we do not know? "All I can say is that she is extremely smart, nice, and brave, because all this time she has been fighting all alone. What she has done has led legislators at all levels, including Congress and the Justice Department to revisit the issue of conservatorship. It's one of the few issues there is. It is a bipartisan agreement, and they are working on it now. It's all thanks to her courage." In the past year, Rosengart has had to adjust to his new status as a celebrity and erase signatures on the street for people decades younger than him who send him grateful looks. "A few days ago, I was sitting in a restaurant with a customer, and the waitress asked for an autograph. It's so weird for me." Link to the interview article - https://www.ynet.co.il/entertainment/article/syymzwnoc

On July 6, 2018 the SJB Revocable Trust underwent its first amendment since 2004. It was re-written into the "BJS Kids & Family Trust." ... This new trust was to be the recipient of all of Britney's assets upon her death. What do we know about the BJS Kids & Family Trust? I have a new theory percolating in the back of my brain ... It has to do with this new trust... and Kevin Federline. #ResearchThread #BritneySuperSleuths #FreeBritney

David Shopland and Shereen Roushbaiani's Saving Britney begins its run July 6 at Off-Broadway's SoHo Playhouse, transferring from London's Old Red Lion Theatre. The show will continue through July 30. The solo show is inspired by the #FreeBritney movement and follows millennial Jean and her journey of self-discovery through her love of Britney Spears. The nostalgia-filled play tackles celebrity obsession and ***uality. Saving Britney features performances by Shereen Roushbaiani, a script by Shopland and Roushbaiani, and direction by David Shopland. Gimme more! Additional works inspired by the Princess of Pop include the jukebox musical Once Upon a One More Time, which had its world premiere in D.C. last year, and the Broadway-bound & Juliet, which began its North American premiere June 22 at Toronto’s Princess of Wales Theatre (following its West End bow) and features multiple songs by Spears, including "...Baby One More Time," "I'm Not a Girl, Not Yet A Woman," "Stronger," and more. Buy Tickets: https://ci.ovationtix.com/35583/production/1127671?performanceId=11102573

Prevent conservatorship abuse 🙏

On Kim K’s phone screen is the TMZ Article from September 2021 about britney and how her friend and agent Cade Hudson was allegedly responsible for Rosengart to suspend Jamie. Kim has remained silent about britney and to this day she is still represented by lou and tri star even after Britney and the NYT exposed lou taylor for being the mastermind of the fraudulent 13 year court arrangement that held britney’s life in restraints

Checklist for what we expect to occur in 2022 and so on to get #JUSTICEFORBRITNEY Sue Jailme & Lynne and prosecuted for wire fraud, forgery of court documents (false dementia claim), body violation (non-consented IUD), and neglect. Sue Management (Lurking Larry, Lou-cifer, Tristar for human trafficking & alleged embezzlement) Sue Black box (non-consented/illegal surveillance in house) Sue Bridges to Recovery Facility (countless uncalled for blood tests, exploitation, neglect) Sue lawyers (Scam Income, Wallet, Vivian, Jeryl's, may as well throw in Judge Reva Goetz for discrimination, alleged bribery and depriving all of Britney's rights under the US Constitution) Sue Mark Kaplan for using the media to try & keep Britney caged so K fat can continue to have minor custody & make over $40k a month of Britney’s estate. Sue TMZ for exploitation and alleged bribery from Jamie to run fake stories.

https://www.reddit.com/r/BritneySpears/comments/txbvvf/britney_and_the_fandom_during_20192022/?ref=share&ref_source=embed&utm_content=title&utm_medium=post_embed&utm_name=875e27d5ec1141a7a9158101a058d5b7&utm_source=embedly&utm_term=txbvvf Edit: Exhale won't let me post the video, just the reddit link. Click on the link to watch that masterpiece in full

The conservatorship was (allegedly) planned and maintained over the past 13 years by a group of people all working together as a team. Which of the players do you think will turn on the group first and begin cooperating with authorities in order to avoid criminal charges?

FREEBRITNEY advocates BJ and Kevin Wu attended Amanda Bynes’ Termination hearing and were interviewed by Variety about how bad conservatorships can be used by the legal system, here’s a clip if you’re interested

The episode is called “Fault Line”

✊🎉 How do we feel about this? Do you believe this will prevent more abusive conservatorships on California?. Should they be abolished?

So I created this cover art in photoshop from Britney’s recent beach photo and it’s the most stunning shot out of all of them however I dad add her face into it to make it look more focused and went with a duotone/pop art style. This is free woman

MARINA released deluxe tracks from her album and the response to "Free Woman" is that it's about Britney.

Very interesting thread that shows that *allegedly* Britney tried to terminate the conservatorship quite a few times, and even was punished for some attempts. UPD. She tried in 2014 as well =((