The King of Pop and “This Is It” star, Michael Jackson, who died unexpectedly earlier this year, left behind an enormous estate worth millions of dollars. Michael’s father, Jackson family patriarch, Joe Jackson, is now seeking to get his hands on some of that money.

Michael Jackson spoke candidly about his abusive relationship with his father, told how his father beat and threatened him and his brothers, and in 2002 MJ’s will made no mention of Joe Jackson. The singer’s private trust provided for money to take care of his mother, Katherine Jackson, his three children, and various charities Michael supported.

Now, Joe Jackson is seeking an undisclosed amount from Michael’s estate to help cover monthly expenses his lawyer, who filed the request, Brian Oxman, says is in excess of $15,000 per month. Joe and Katherine are still married, but live in separate residences. The request claims Joe Jackson was dependent on his son for income, provided through Michael’s mother, Katherine. According to the filing, Joe suffers from diabetes and had a stroke in 1998.

Joe Jackson will likely not get word on his sought after money until after the turn of the year; a hearing is set for early 2010 at which time payments to Katherine Jackson from Michael’s estate may be re-evaluated.