Legal Question in Family Law in Oklahoma

I have a paper from a woman that grants me guardianship over her daughter. It is signed by both of us and it's notorized. What legal power does that paper have?


Asked on 4/18/11, 8:53 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Bob Adcox Bob Adcox, Attorney At Law

legally the paper has zero legal authority. You will need to file for and obtain an Order Granting Guardianship. Sorry I know that's not what you wanted to hear but in my practice I have seen several people with a notarized agreement and then the natural parent shows up with the police and takes the child. My question is where is the father? He may have a legal right to the child if the mother needs a guardianship. Good Luck, Bob Adcox

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Answered on 4/19/11, 6:16 am


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