Legal Question in Family Law in New Jersey

Grandparent custody

My daughter passed away last week, she was a single parent.

The birth father is know trying to get custody of the 3yr old girl. What is my first step in becoming her legal guardian.

What right's does he have, they were never married nor was he contributing to her care.


Asked on 2/26/07, 2:37 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

Bernard J. Berkowitz Berkowitz & Raiken

Re: Grandparent custody

Where is the child now? If the father is named on the birth certificate, he has primary right to legal custody. However, you can apply to the court for custody arguing the best interest of the child. You should see an attorney as soon as possible to push your rights to protect the child's interests. If you call and mention Law Guru the first consultation is free.

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Answered on 2/26/07, 3:01 pm
Jef Henninger, Esq Law Offices of Jef Henninger, Esq.

Re: Grandparent custody

This is one of those situations where no one can help you on this site. You need to sit down with someone for a good half hour and discuss the whole case. Feel free to give me a call at 732/247/3340 if you'd like to discuss the case. My initial consultations are always free.

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Answered on 2/26/07, 5:49 pm


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