Legal Question in Family Law in Colorado

guardianship of niece

Both of our niece's parents heading to 3-5

year jail terms. Stepmother and

grandmother are available. Parents prefer

us (Aunt & Uncle) as custodians /

gaurdians. They are willing to sign

documents to that effect. What are the

necessary, step-by-step procedures for us

gain legal gaurdianship / custody. Note:

family lives in CA; we live in CO.


Asked on 9/18/06, 6:29 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Lyle Johnson Bedi and Johnson Attorneys at Law

Re: guardianship of niece

A petition for guardianship should be filed in Cal. The parents can petition to the court to appoint you as the guardian.

Read more
Answered on 10/02/06, 10:41 pm


Related Questions & Answers

More Family Law, Divorce, Child Custody and Adoption questions and answers in Colorado