A heated battle is unfolding in the ongoing legal case surrounding the conservatorship of Cher's son, Elijah Allman. The legendary singer has accused her daughter-in-law, Marieangela King, of "inserting herself" into the process for financial gain.

According to court documents obtained by Us on Tuesday, September 1, Cher's legal team filed a response to King's recent request for the court to appoint her in charge of Elijah's conservatorship. The filing states that King's actions are motivated by a "quest for money and/or a bit of fame." The family remains opposed to King serving as conservator, citing her estrangement from Elijah and her refusal to assist him during his struggles before his arrest in New Hampshire.

The Grammy winner also alleged that King never lifted a finger to help provide care for Elijah. "Now that a conservatorship is pending, Mrs. King-Allman clearly sees a financial opportunity to control his income, and she has attempted to seize the opportunity created by his incarceration to try to reinsert herself back into his life," the docs read.

King addressed these allegations in a statement to Us, stating, "As Elijah's wife of 13 years, I love him and want what is best for him, which is a robust and long-term treatment plan. My husband and his mother have been estranged for many years, and she has repeatedly blocked my efforts to get him help."

This latest development comes after Cher initially filed for a conservatorship of Elijah's estate in 2023 due to his mental health and substance abuse struggles. The first petition was denied in January 2024 after a judge found that Elijah had managed his finances, had an apartment, and had remained drug-free after submitting several drug tests.

Cher refiled the request for a second time earlier this year, but the petition was dismissed without prejudice in April. However, Cher was allowed to file again at a later date.

It appears that the dispute over who will take on the role of guardian for Elijah is centered around King's involvement in the conservatorship process. Whether King ultimately becomes involved in Elijah's care remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: Cher's concern for her son's well-being is unwavering.

The court documents paint a complex picture of the relationship between Cher and King. While King claims that Cher has repeatedly blocked her efforts to get Elijah help, Cher's lawyers argue that King's motivations for seeking appointment as conservator are driven by self-interest.

As the case continues to unfold, it will be interesting to see how this drama plays out. One thing is certain, however – Cher's determination to ensure her son receives the proper care he needs will not falter.