How do I get legal guardian for my Grandson after 19 months.?
August 22nd, 2010
I had taken care of my Grandson for 19 months through the court and I need to know, if I should get outside legal advise. CPS told him @ birth because of his Mother drug expose and this is her 8 children within the CPS system. She been on drug for years and has been in and out of drug rehab and just lately she when AWOL from a program for 7 days and needs anger management direction. We are schedule for an hearing 9/2010 an I need to be prepare for this hearing. My Son’s is the Father of this child and she is putting him through pure hell.
Please see an attorney familiar with family law. In something as important as custody of a child, you need professional legal advise from an attorney in your jurisdiction. If you cannot afford an attorney and you qualify for free or reduced fee assistance based on your income, contact legal aid. Their attorneys and paralegals will assist with custody cases.
The courts should provide an attorney for your Grandson. You may need to get your own. It sounds like you have a good case. Does you son want your Grandson? If so he is the one that should petition the courts. They will be looking at what is best for the child.