Helping You Care for a Child When the Parent Cannot
There are a variety of reasons, including illness, incapacitation or divorce, which may make it impossible for a parent to care for their minor child. Often another adult must assume responsibility for protecting the health, education and welfare of that child until a parent can take over. In these cases, a guardianship may be the best option.
The Right to Make Decisions in the Child's Best Interest
If you are involved with a minor child whose parents are not willing or able to care for them, we can help you get the legal right to act on the child's behalf. As a legal guardian you are able to make decisions about a child's medical care, insurance coverage and other issues that are in their best interest. While the parents retain their parental rights, the responsibilities of the legal guardian continue until a parent can resume this role.
Guiding You Through the Process
At the Law Offices of Teresa Bristow we understand the issues you are facing if you are seeking legal guardianship of a child. Our attorney has a proven track record of helping people in Sacramento, California, and the surrounding area who are seeking legal guardianship of the children in their care.
To help you obtain a legal guardianship, attorney Teresa Bristow will:
- Advise you on how the process works
- Counsel you about your particular case
- Help you file the necessary documents
- Prepare you for county investigation and home visitation
- Take your case to trial, if needed
Contact Us for an Initial Consultation
To talk with a lawyer who understands legal guardianships and family law and who will work quickly to get the best results for you, contact the Law Offices of Teresa Bristow to schedule an initial consultation.
