Michael Jackson's dad has hired his own lawyer to monitor his son's legal fight against those child abuse allegations. Joe Jackson has hired US TV legal analyst Debra Opri - who is perhaps best known for representing James Brown - to work for the wider Jackson family during the pending court case. She will not work with Jacko's own legal team, more advise the family on the case as it develops.
Confirming her appointment Opri told reporters that Jackson Snr "wants her to attend court hearings with him to tell him what's going on. Joseph loves his son and wants to be kept updated on everything. I am a person who believes in justice and I believe Michael Jackson is innocent. I don't believe that he has the capacity to formulate a criminal intent."