St. Louis Guardianship Attorney
There are occasions when it is necessary to take on the guardianship of a child. Guardianship can be obtained by someone other than a biological parent, although usually the guardian is a grandparent, aunt, uncle or a good family friend. Guardians are able to stand in for parents when the parents are not able to parent or when parental rights have been terminated.
St. Louis Guardianship Attorney and Missouri Child Custody Lawyer. Call 314-480-3386 or 888-326-8831 or E-Mail Lawyer Cecelia Kendall.
Guardianships allow a parent to make decisions on behalf of a child, including decisions about:
- Medical care
- Education
- Special needs care
- Financial matters
Legal Guardianships of Children
Guardianship can be legally affected if the parent is unwilling or unable to care for his or her biological child. At the Foley-Walker Enterprises, L.L.C., our family law attorney Cecelia Kendall has the knowledge, care and skill to guide you through difficult guardianship matters as well as other family law concerns. Even if both the parent and the potential "guardian" agree on guardianship, the guardianship must still be mandated and overseen by a probate court.
The guardianship process is complex and lengthy. It involves seeking the consent of both biological parents, a home study by the court, criminal background checks and more.
Know Your Rights
Lawyer Cecelia Kendall can help you understand all the steps in a guardianship and how to best protect your rights as well as the health and well-being of the involved children. Prior to establishing her practice as a divorce and family law attorney, she served judges in the St. Louis family law courts for eight years. She understands the complexities of the issues that families and children in tough positions are facing and she is here to help.
Help Through the Difficult Times: 314-480-3386 or Toll Free 888-326-8831
To discuss your concerns in a free first consultation with a lawyer who understands what you are going through and knows how to assert your rights, please call this St. Louis guardianship attorney at 314-450-7847 or toll free 866-793-6347. You may also e-mail me to schedule your consultation.
