Legal Question in Family Law in California

Grandparents fighting to retain Guardianship

We have had gen gardianship of our 5 yr old grandson since he was born. His parents were in HS and could not care for him so came and asked us to do this. We are now moving to another state (FL) and they want to term guardianship but are still not capable of providing a safe, secure home in our opinion. They are living with father's parents, first with his father who is a registered child molester, and now with his mom who is just a looser.

We provide a very safe/secure home for him. Recently the father obtained a court date with only 6 days notice to us. Nothing was filed with that other than a declaration. Do we have to appear since ample notice was not given? And, is a simple declaration, no form...ample for this issue?

Father and his family have been non-existant to child. Mother abandoned child to live with father 6 months ago but does visit.

Thank you!


Asked on 8/26/03, 8:22 am

3 Answers from Attorneys
Brian Levy, Esq. Law Office of Brian Don Levy

Reply: Grandparents fighting to retain Guardianship

It is difficult to answer your questions without first reviewing the underlying paperwork. You may want to have an attorney make a special appearance to object to notice and or raise other possible procedural defects.

I suggest that you consult with an experienced family law lawyer. Experience is not expensive, it's priceless!

You will find some valuable information on various family law issues at my web site.

Good luck to you!

Brian Levy, Esq.

www.calattorney.net

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Answered on 8/26/03, 11:05 am
Donald Holben Donald R. Holben & Associates, APC

Re: Grandparents fighting to retain Guardianship

Too much information is missing. Please call so we may discuss. No charge for consult by phone and/or first visit. It appears your best bet is to retain competent counsel. Don Holben 800-685-6950

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Answered on 8/26/03, 11:14 am
Lyle Johnson Bedi and Johnson Attorneys at Law

Re: Grandparents fighting to retain Guardianship

Immeidately retain an attorney, and if you cannot do that prior to the court date appear in court and request a continuance to obtain counsel.

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Answered on 8/27/03, 2:43 am


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