Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Texas

My sister passed away and left no will. She has two small children 13 and 9. I would like to be there legal guardian. They have different dads, one we don't no who he is and one we have met. What am I supposed to do?


Asked on 7/23/12, 10:48 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Donald McLeaish McLeaish&Associates;, P.C.

hopefully the one you know will agree..but you must go to Court to have guardianship approved..so contact a local lawyer

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Answered on 7/23/12, 1:20 pm

You will need to get the one who you know to sign a form under Texas Family Code Sec. 34. You can petition the probate court for guardianship of the minor, if need be.

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Answered on 7/23/12, 2:12 pm


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