The amount Britney Spears had to pay to end the legal mess with her father Jamie is revealed

Britney Spears has officially settled a long-standing legal dispute with her father, Jamie Spears, over her 13-year conservatorship. As part of the agreement, the pop icon, 43, paid $2.12 million to cover her father's legal fees, according to court documents obtained by People. The settlement was finalized in February 2024 at the Los Angeles Superior Court, bringing an end to years of contentious legal battles.

The conservatorship, which began in 2008 following Britney's highly publicized mental health struggles, initially started as a temporary arrangement but was later made permanent. Under this arrangement, Jamie Spears, now 71, controlled his daughter's finances and personal life.

Britney described the conservatorship as deeply restrictive, revealing in court that she was forced to take medication and use birth control against her will. She also stated that her life was micromanaged to the extent that even her Starbucks purchases were logged. "Ma'am, my dad and anyone involved in this conservatorship... they should be in jail," Britney passionately told the court during one appearance.

The settlement agreement ensures that neither party admits to any wrongdoing or liability. Both Britney and Jamie waived their rights to appeal and mutually agreed to resolve all disputes related to the conservatorship. A source familiar with the matter told People, "It was a great result for Britney because it also avoided the possibility of ever having her testify in court, which she did not want to do, and avoided a media circus."

What the settlement means for her future

The conservatorship had long been criticized for its control over Britney's personal and professional life. While she was deemed fit enough to work under what court documents described as a "hybrid business model," she was not allowed autonomy over her personal decisions. The arrangement sparked widespread public outcry and fueled the #FreeBritney movement.

Britney recently shared a heartfelt moment on social media with her former attorney, Mathew S. Rosengart, who played a key role in her legal journey. "It's been way too long since I've seen him!!! OMG OMG OMG!!! It was such an incredible day!!!" she exclaimed in a post, calling Rosengart "such a winner." The singer also humorously added, "He showed me up with his suit!!! I will be in heels next time."

Meanwhile, Jamie Spears' lawyer, Alex M. Weingarten, expressed his client's satisfaction with the resolution, stating, "Jamie is thrilled that the case was settled. He has only ever wanted what is best for Britney, whom he loves very much."