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Cher’s decision was confirmed by her legal team during a hearing at the Los Angeles Superior Court on Friday. The bid for conservatorship was based on concerns regarding Allman’s alleged struggles with substance abuse and mental health issues.
Cher And Elijah Blue Allman Pause Legal Battle for Mediation
Cher, who is 78 years old, filed the conservatorship petition citing concerns that her 48-year-old son was unable to manage his financial affairs.
According to her filing, Allman’s health issues had impaired his ability to handle the inheritance from his late father, Gregg Allman, the famous musician.
The court documents stated that Cher feared any funds distributed to Elijah might be spent on drugs, leaving him financially vulnerable.
In May, both Cher and her son agreed to pause their legal battle to pursue private mediation. This mediation process has reportedly helped them work toward healing and rebuilding their relationship, as highlighted by Allman’s legal team at Cage & Miles.
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In a statement shared with the BBC, the firm expressed optimism about the future, noting that the family is focusing on reconciliation.
Legal And Personal Developments
Initially, Cher’s requests for immediate temporary conservatorship were rejected by Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Jessica Uzcategui, who ruled that Allman had demonstrated control over his finances and remained drug-free.
The judge acknowledged Cher’s concerns but pointed out that her legal team’s arguments were primarily based on hypothetical fears rather than present realities.
As part of his objection to the conservatorship, Allman emphasized that while he had faced challenges in the past due to addiction and financial mismanagement, he had since become sober and was receiving ongoing treatment.
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He further revealed in court filings that he regularly attended Alcoholics Anonymous meetings and that his current treatment was sufficient to ensure his well-being.
Allman also strongly opposed the idea of his mother serving as his conservator, asserting that she was not fit to hold that role. He argued that if conservatorship were ever needed, his wife would be a more appropriate choice, but stressed that such an arrangement was unnecessary.
Outcome And Future Implications
Cher’s withdrawal of the conservatorship petition marks a significant legal victory for Allman. His legal representatives, led by Avi Levy and Steven Brumer, celebrated the outcome, stating that the voluntary dismissal allows both parties to focus on their family relationship, which had begun to improve during the mediation process.
According to Rolling Stone and USA TODAY, Cher’s legal team requested that the case be dismissed without prejudice, meaning she could refile at a later date if necessary.
While the singer’s concerns about her son’s well-being remain, the dismissal of the case signals an opportunity for the family to continue working on their personal issues outside of the courtroom.
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