Legal Question in Family Law in Maryland

In the state of MD, when and why is the form: "Parent's Consent To Guardianship" used? My husband has been asked to sign this by his ex-wife in order for her to gain control over an inheritence that was left to their son by his grandmother. The form is "non-specific" and does not outline the reason his signature is required. She is refusing to allow him to have copies of the additional paperwork which outlines the specifics as to "why" his signature is required. Would it be in his best interest to have his attorney review all of the documents prior to him signing?


Asked on 5/16/10, 8:12 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Sean T. Morris Law Office of Sean T. Morris

Yes, absolutely. As a general matter, it is never a good idea to sign a document when you do not have a firm understanding of why you are signing, or what the significance of your signature is. If you have a lawyer you trust, you should have her review the document(s) and make sure your husband's rights are protected, and not inadvertently signed away. By doing so, he can also make sure his son's rights to this inheritance are protected.

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Answered on 5/21/10, 8:24 am


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