When To Consider Legal Guardianship
Q.
My son is 14 years old. Sadly, his dad passed away five years ago. I now have a new partner that lives with us, and my son and my partner get on really well.
My partner and I have discussed some kind of legal guardianship, in case of my passing while my son is still a child. Is there such a thing ?
(Miss D.M, 2 December 2008)
A.
Legal guardianship, where a child loses both parents, is a subject which should be considered by all parents. Naturally, it is a very difficult topic and one that many parents would probably prefer not to address. But because your son has already experienced the tragedy of the death of his father, this is a subject that you have already thought about. The fact that you have found a new partner who gets on well with your son is good news, and he may seem like the obvious person to consider for this very important role.
You must think about exactly what being a Legal Guardian would involve. The most important factors are stability for your son should the unthinkable happen, and choosing a person that you trust and who is prepared to take on all the long-term emotional and financial responsibilities for your child.
Before choosing a person to be a legal guardian you must be as sure as you can be that they are the right person and will be there for the child. You describe your partner as being “new”. It sounds as if he is happy to take on this responsibility but do make sure that he is the right person. There may be other people who could also act as legal guardian, such as grandparents, any brothers or sisters you may have or close, long-term friends.
To appoint a legal guardian for your son you should either:
- Prepare a will in which the individual is named as your son’s guardian. OR
- Prepare a document, that must be dated and signed, which states that a particular individual will become your son’s legal guardian if you die.
Someone who disagreed with your choice of guardian could bring a legal case to change the person who has guardianship. For this reason, it is vital to discuss the decision with anyone who does have an interest in your son’s welfare to ensure that there is no disagreement if guardianship becomes necessary. If such a case was brought, the court would consider what was best for the child and reach a decision about whether the person you appointed, or someone else, is the appropriate person to look after your son.
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I and my husband both live in the UK, I want to apply for the legal guardianship of my kid sister currently in Nigeria. I want to the know the procedure and requirements.
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GLF - 27-Dec-18 @ 1:20 PM
I want to find out. My mother in South Africa has just passed away, is there any way my sister can move to England so I can look after her? She's only 16. She's a foster sister and has been with my family since birth, her mother threw her away the day she was born. She's been with us since birth
Sylvia - 20-Aug-17 @ 12:36 PM
Mumofboys - Your Question:
Can I make a will to appoint a legal guardian for my children if their father is still living? Their father is on their birth certificates so has legal responsibility however we split up soon after they were born and has not been in their lives since (they are twins). I experienced domestic abuse during the relationship and he has since become a drug addict, so is in no fit state to look after children. If I was to die can I appoint a family member to be their guardian?
Our Response:
Make your choice of guardian absolutely clear in your Will, this will definitely be considered in the unfortunate event of your early death.
LawAndParents - 18-Aug-17 @ 2:35 PM
Can I make a will to appoint a legal guardian for my children if their father is still living? Their father is on their birth certificates so has legal responsibility however we split up soon after they were born and has not been in their lives since (they are twins). I experienced domestic abuse during the relationship and he has since become a drug addict, so is in no fit state to look after children. If I was to die can I appoint a family member to be their guardian?
Mumofboys - 16-Aug-17 @ 10:44 PM
Shaz - Your Question:
I'm a South African born female who is now a British Citizen, My daughter who is 14 years old was also born in South Africa and her biological father was Nigerian, he left when she was a year old never to be seen again, I have raised her as a single parent until I got married 8 years ago to a British man. We immigrated to the UK and subsequently became British Citizens. the issue is, Her biological father's name is on the unabridged birth certificate. I had to prove to the British Gov that I have had no contact with this man and that I have been solely responsible for bringing my daughter up which I did through years of medical bills, school fees and everything else. 3 years ago we were able to visit South Africa to see family without any problems, however the rules have no changed in that we now have to take along unabridged birth certificate and a letter from the other parent if both not travelling with the child. I obviously cannot provide this as I haven't seen this man for 13 years , my daughter doesn't even remember him and sees my husband as her dad etc. We would like to visit family in SA this coming Christmas but given the new rules it seems it will not be possible unless I apply for legal guardianship of my daughter and have him removed. How can achieve this from the UK? She has a British passport and her SA passport expired in 2015 and the SA high commission wouldn't renew it without father's consent despite me explaining that the father isn't in the picture and hasn't been since she was one. They weren't interested and basically told me to go and find him, they were not very helpful. I would like to know if there is a way I could somehow get legal guardianship of my daughter to enable her to visit South Africa with us?Your help and advise would be appreciated.
Our Response:
We don't really know how you can get around this obstacle unfortunately. You may have to seek the advice of an immigration specialist. Could your new husband adopt her here in the UK? The adoption certificate might then help with the other documentation.
LawAndParents - 27-Jul-17 @ 12:08 PM
I'm a South African born female who is now a British Citizen, My daughter who is 14 years old was also born in South Africa and her biological father was Nigerian, he left when she was a year old never to be seen again, I have raised her as a single parent until i got married 8 years ago to a British man. We immigrated to the UK and subsequently became British Citizens. the issue is, Her biological father's name is on the unabridged birth certificate. I had to prove to the British Gov that I have had no contact with this man and that i have been solely responsible for bringing my daughter up which i did through years of medical bills, school fees and everything else. 3 years ago we were able to visit South Africa to see family without any problems, however the rules have no changed in that we now have to take along unabridged birth certificate and a letter from the other parent if both not travelling with the child. I obviously cannot provide this as i haven't seen this man for 13 years , my daughter doesn't even remember him and sees my husband as her dad etc. We would like to visit family in SA this coming Christmas but given the new rules it seems it will not be possible unless i apply for legal guardianship of my daughter and have him removed. How can achieve this from the UK? She has a British passport and her SA passport expired in 2015 and the SA high commission wouldn't renew it without father's consent despite me explaining that the father isn't in the picture and hasn't been since she was one. They weren't interested and basically told me to go and find him, they were not very helpful. I would like to know if there is a way I could somehow get legal guardianship of my daughter to enable her to visit South Africa with us?
Your help and advise would be appreciated.
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K - 14-Feb-17 @ 10:49 PM
Guardianship SA to A - Your Question:
My husband and I are both South African citizens. We want to appoint my brother, an Australian citizen, as the legal guardian of our son should we both pass away. I want to know how difficult it would be for my brother to have my son moved to Australia and whether he will have access to the funds available in the testamentary trust.
Our Response:
We really don't know what the situation would be here partly because it's so specific and partly because we are UK based and do not know how the Australian and South African systems work. Maybe seek professional legal and financial help on this one.
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