Paris Jackson looks distraught after losing key ruling in lbattle against Michael Jackson’s estate

Paris Jackson appeared downcast in Los Angeles after suffering a setback in her ongoing legal dispute with the executors of her late father Michael Jackson’s estate.

The 27-year-old singer and model was photographed leaving a local coffee shop just hours after a court referee struck down several portions of her petition challenging the estate’s financial practices.

According to court documents obtained by the Daily Mail, retired Los Angeles judge Mitchell L. Beckloff, appointed as referee in the dispute, ruled in favor of estate executors John Branca and John McClain on November 10.

The ruling determined that key parts of Paris’ complaint should be stricken under California’s anti-SLAPP statute, which protects individuals from lawsuits targeting statements made during legal proceedings.

Paris’ petition challenged filings submitted by the executors, but because those filings fall under legally protected speech, the judge dismissed multiple claims.

Despite the setback, a spokesperson for Paris clarified that the order does not end her efforts. “This order is limited to minor procedural issues and does not change the facts,” the spokesperson said.

“The pattern of behavior displayed by the executors raises significant red flags, and Paris will continue working to ensure her family is treated fairly. We will be submitting an updated filing shortly.”

The court documents relate to Paris’ earlier accusations that the estate improperly authorized “premium” payments and questionable bonuses to multiple law firms in 2018.

A June filing alleged that $625,000 in “gifts” and “gratuities” were given to firms for “uncaptured time,” with Paris arguing that the executors offered no explanation for why the hours could not be properly documented.

In a follow-up petition submitted July 31, Paris requested that the court require the executors to file petitions detailing attorney compensation and reimbursement of costs for 2019 to 2023.

She argued that the lack of documentation for payments deprived beneficiaries of adequate oversight.

While the judge agreed that some of Paris’ objections targeted protected legal filings, he preserved her broader complaints about transparency and oversight. Those surviving claims will allow her to continue seeking greater accountability on behalf of herself and her brothers Prince, 28, and Bigi, 23.

However, Paris will now be responsible for covering the estate’s attorneys’ fees related to defending the anti-SLAPP motion.

The musician cut a subdued figure on Thursday, dressed in a faded beige dress, a brown cardigan, cowboy boots, and bohemian jewelry. Earlier this week, she revealed in a video that she has permanent nasal damage due to past cocaine use — an admission that has drawn widespread concern from fans.