Britney Owes Over Half A Million!

Britney Spears did not appear in court today for a hearing regarding her trust and assets; however, her father Jamie Spears' lawyers, Geraldine Wyle and Andrew Wallet (who is also a co-conservator) were both present at the Los Angeles Superior Court this afternoon. Additionally, Clark Byam, another Spears family lawyer, was present.

Commissioner Reva Goetz acknowledged a petition that was filed on March 17th by Jon Eardley. That document challenges Spears' legal represenation, and Goetz announced that the petition was stricken. Samuel Ingham, the court appointed attorney, will continue to represent Brit.

The attorneys met behind closed doors, and determined how much each would be paid... by Britney herself. Samuel Ingham will be given $10,000 per week until July 31, Andrew Wallet will receive $100,000 to cover legal fees through March 31, and Geraldine Wyle will receive an $175,000 advance today to cover expenses through March 31. Clark Byam is getting an advance of $22,500, and Stacey Phillips, the lawyer dealing with Spears' custody issues, will receive $75,000.

That's over half a million bucks total!

Next court date is scheduled for May 29, 2008 - stay tuned to X17 for any and all updates until then!