Legal Question in Family Law in Indiana

child custody-guardianship to grandparents

my daughter and son in law want us to have their 3 children if something would ever happen to them. how do i go about legality? power of attorney? notarized letter that is binding?


Asked on 4/05/07, 6:56 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Burton Padove Indiana and Illinois Lawyer, Burton A. Padove

Re: child custody-guardianship to grandparents

I am not sure what you mean by "if something should ever happen to them".

That being said, there should be a clause in their wills setting forth their preference for guardianship. This is not binding on a court when you petition for guardianship. However, their choice is usually honored.

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Answered on 4/05/07, 7:00 pm


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