Dolly Parton's nephew wants more time to defend himself against restraining order from her estate

Dolly Parton's estate obtained a temporary restraining order against her nephew and his security company. The nephew has now asked the court for more time to hire a lawyer and prepare his defense against the order.

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Dolly Parton’s nephew, Bryan Seaver, asks judge to delay restraining order hearing

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Dolly Parton’s nephew wants more time to defend himself against restraining order from her estate