Legal Question in Family Law in California

I have been the stepmom of my husband's child now for over 7 years. I live with the biological father. What do I have to do to become a legal guardian of this child. Father has legal and physical custody. The biological mother lost custody over 7 years ago due to drugs and only has supervised visits now and does not use them. She is homeless and has been for months. We cannot track down a physical address for her. How can I file for guardianship? Can a power of attorney work signed by the father?


Asked on 7/23/09, 4:33 pm

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Michael Stone Law Offices of Michael B. Stone Toll Free 1-855-USE-MIKE

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Answered on 7/23/09, 10:11 pm


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