Thread: Bowlen's brother files court motion to remove Joe Ellis

Originally Posted by Mike

I dont think Ellis should be involved in running the team and the trust.

The trust (including Ellis) has the responsibilities of Pat Bowlen. They are acting in his place. He's doing exactly what he's supposed to be doing. I'm not sure what your concern is here... He's not the behind the scenes puppet master, he's involved with key decisions, but Elway handles personnel decisions as a normal GM does.

Originally Posted by Hawgdriver

So he's a trust beneficiary?

No. What I am saying is that he has an interest in staying in control of the team. Having a say in the attempt of any party that can take control of the team seems like a conflict of interest.

Originally Posted by Mike

No. What I am saying is that he has an interest in staying in control of the team. Having a say in the attempt of any party that can take control of the team seems like a conflict of interest.

Shouldn't a trustee have power to exercise fiduciary duties? How can you take away a trustee's power and still have a trust?

Originally Posted by Mike

No. What I am saying is that he has an interest in staying in control of the team. Having a say in the attempt of any party that can take control of the team seems like a conflict of interest.

I assume you mean that currently Ellis being a trustee effectively makes him his own boss.

Lets not forget that Bowlen set it up this way. Ellis has been the executive VP since SB 33, and moved up to CEO in 2008. Bowlen trusted the man to do this job, we as fans should too. He's been given 5 years to either pick a Bowlen child or sell the team by the NFL. I personally don't think he's trying to hold onto power, but even to play devil's advocate, he can't hold on for very much longer. A deadline has already been set. The guy has been Pats right hand man for years and wants to make sure that Pats wishes are followed properly and that the best person for the job is chosen.

Originally Posted by Jaded

Someone mentioned that Beth Bowlen insists that she’s met the criteria and wants to take over, and that the Broncos don’t want her to take over ... can’t remember who ... maybe slim knows who that was.

Btw, **** Joe Ellis. Good riddance.

I wonder if they want Brittany to take over because she isn't ready yet (so they can hold onto power longer). I don't trust Joe Ellis. He is the one who hired McDaniels because he wanted more power.

Originally Posted by 7DnBrnc53

I wonder if they want Brittany to take over because she isn't ready yet (so they can hold onto power longer). I don't trust Joe Ellis. He is the one who hired McDaniels because he wanted more power.

What are you talking about????? Mr. B hired McDaniels!!!!!

“The biggest issue with Josh McDaniels’ first go-round as an NFL head coach came down to power. Denver Owner Pat Bowlen gave McDaniels executive/personnel authority, which was too much for the inexperienced and immature coach.

https://www.stampedeblue.com/2018/1/...iels-in-denver

Ellis is the steward to the king. As long as they never find a new king (queen), ellis remains in powa

Mike Klis
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Statement from Dan Reilly, Pat Bowlen Trust lawyer: “We are aware the counsel submitting this complaint on behalf of Bill Bowlen is the same one that has been representing Beth Bowlen Wallace.'' View: Trustees believe Beth Bowlen Wallace is behind Bill's lawsuit. #9sports

I’m curious to see how Bill Bowlen has standing to bring this suit since he divested himself of his ownership share in 2002.

Unless he is a beneficiary in Pat’s estate, which is largely comprised of the assets currently under the care of the trust. Then, if he is alleging a breach of fiduciary duty to the detriment of the trust, he might have standing. But I don’t know that Bill is a beneficiary.

Originally Posted by LawDog

I’m curious to see how Bill Bowlen has standing to bring this suit since he divested himself of his ownership share in 2002.

This reeks of desperation.

Originally Posted by LawDog

I’m curious to see how Bill Bowlen has standing to bring this suit since he divested himself of his ownership share in 2002.

Yeah, I tried to find the petition. No luck. Here's the best grounds I found:

Interested persons include legal representatives, spouse, parents, adult children, adult siblings, and other adults.

Originally Posted by Hawgdriver

Yeah, I tried to find the petition. No luck. Here's the best grounds I found:

Hmmm, that seems more like a conservatorship than a trust, but you may be right.

Originally Posted by Al Wilson 4 Mayor

This reeks of desperation.

"Uncle Billy? Will you kindly pretty pweeeeaaaaasssse file this lawsuit for me? You can use my attorney so it doesn't cost you any money."
- Beth

Originally Posted by Hawgdriver

That show had the most epic intro.



I just hope the hot Ewing daughter wins in the end.

As a kid, this was a common theme song on Friday nights. I think my Mom had the hots for Bobby.