Legal Question in Family Law in Georgia

Re: Custody after death of parent

You would need to petition the court for custody. It is normally fairly difficult for a non-parent to get custody over a parent without some good evidence that the parent is unfit.

The ultimate standard is the best interests of the child. So, if you can convince the court that giving you custody is what is best for the child, they might give you custody. I would strongly suggest retaining local counsel if you are serious about obtaining custody.

If you would like to discuss any issues further, please feel free to contact my office. My contact information is below. Thank you.

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Re: Custody after death of parent

You need to file a petition for custody. This is not an easy process. You should consult with a local attorney. If your are in my area, please feel free to give me a call. I don't charge for phone consultations.