Legal Question in Family Law in California

guardianship of the estate of a child

My 4 year old daughter's paternal grandfather left her money when he passed away. His life insurance company first asked her father and I (we are not married, but have lived together for 6 years, and my daughter has his last name) for her birth certificate, which we sent to them, and now they are requesting that we provide proof of ''guardianship of the estate of the child''. I do not know what qualifies as proof. Is there a legal document that we need to complete, or does something else qualify as proof of guardianship of the estate of the child? I appreciate any help you can give to me. Thank you.


Asked on 9/27/02, 7:11 pm

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

Re: guardianship of the estate of a child

Guardianship of her estate gives you the authority, under the supervision of the court to receive and keep the money to be paid to your daughter. You may have to file a petition to be appointed as the guardian of her estate. Normally there is not contest to this type of request, and will not affect your parental rights.

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Answered on 9/30/02, 8:45 pm


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