Guardianship | Nexus Family Law

Colorado Guardianship Lawyers

At Nexus Family Law Group, our experienced family law attorneys are dedicated to providing knowledgeable and compassionate legal representation to families seeking guardianship over a minor child.

Guardianship for minors is a legal arrangement in which a person (the guardian) is given the legal authority to make decisions for and take care of a minor child who is unable to care for themselves. Guardianship for minors is often necessary when the child’s parents are unable to provide care for the minor child due to physical or mental disability, incarceration, or death or when the child’s parents are unwilling to provide care for the minor child.

What Our Clients Say About Us

I was very happy with the amount of work Yasaman and her team did for me, she even had to do the work of my ex’s lawyer (a high profile veteran lawyer with 25 plus years experience). I was very impressed! She did an excellent job and upheld high standards of honesty, integrity and respect within the courtroom and within every aspect of my case. She was ready and fully prepared throughout the 11 month ordeal. I will highly recommend her to anyone in the future who needs help in family law.

Michele

Due to unfortunate events that led me to seek legal help, I have been so grateful to have found Elizabeth. I have been her client for the last 3 years. From the moment we had our first phone call, I knew I was dealing with a professional that could successfully help me navigative a very difficult parenting time situation. That’s exactly what she has done. She is honest, direct, responsive, and effectively communicates every time without fail. She always has my daughters best interest in mind and I wouldn’t trust anyone else with something so sensitive and important. It really does help me feel at ease having her in my corner! If you are looking for someone to help you navigate a co-parenting related issue, I highly recommend using Elizabeth at Nexus Family Law.

Trish

I’ve been working with this firm for almost 2 years. I am engaged in a high conflict custody battle with a ex-partner who has narcissistic personality disorder. My attorney understands what makes my case unique. My ex has no empathy, nor is he capable of compromising, or even reaching an agreement. It has been an endless path of frustration with my daughter as the main victim.

Elizabeth is my attorney. She has a high level of intelligence, empathy and experience dealing with high conflict cases. I almost gave up at one point, but Liz was one of the people who never stopped believing in me. Not only does my attorney have a great heart, she is a shark in the court room, and will take that narcissist down!

Katie

I have had the pleasure of working with Elizabeth and Yasaman for a few years now. Elizabeth guided me through and helped me win a tumultuous custody battle for my son. She was a refreshing and encouraging change in counsel from my previous representation that showed neither lack nor care for my case. She was kind, patient, and worked tirelessly on my case. Yasaman was also a joy to work with and mirrored the same care and diligence when she needed to step in on my case. Last, but certainly not least, Casidy is an amazing paralegal and never skipped a beat. This is a dynamic group of women and I highly recommend their firm!

Jasmyne

The Court may appoint a guardian if the court finds the appointment is in the best interests and one of the following conditions is met:

The parents’ consent;
All parental rights have been terminated;
The parents are unwilling or unable to exercise their parental rights; or
Guardianship of a child has previously been granted to a third party and the third party has subsequently died or become incapacitated and the guardian has not made an appointment of a guardian either by will or written instrument; however, the court shall not presume it is in the best interests of a child to be in the care of a parent in circumstances where a court has previously granted custody of a child to a third party.

Guardianship for a minor child can be temporary or permanent, depending on the circumstances. Temporary guardianship is typically granted for a specific period of time, while permanent guardianship may be granted until the child reaches the age of majority or until the court terminates the guardianship.

Our Attorneys

Elizabeth Gregory
Member & Managing Partner
Yasaman Saeedasr
Member & Managing Partner

Frequently Asked Questions

Can guardianship for a minor child be terminated?

Yes, guardianship for a minor child can be terminated upon a minor’s death, adoption, emancipation or attainment of majority or as ordered by the Court.

How can I start a guardianship procedure?

To establish guardianship for a minor child, the petitioner must file a petition with the court, which includes information about the child’s current living situation, the proposed guardian’s qualifications, and other relevant information. The court will then hold a hearing to determine whether to grant the guardianship request.

How Nexus can help

Evaluating your case

We can evaluate your situation and determine if you have legal grounds for seeking guardianship. We will explain your rights under Colorado law and discuss your options with you.

Preparing your case

If you have legal grounds to seek guardianship, we will help you prepare your case and gather any evidence you need to support your claim. We will also prepare all the legal documents required for the court process.

Representing you in court

Our skilled attorneys will represent you in court and argue on your behalf for guardianship. We will present a compelling case to the court, emphasizing the child’s best interests and your ability to provide a safe and stable home for the child.

Handling any legal issues

We can also assist you with any legal issues that may arise during the guardianship process, such as termination of parental rights or objections from other family members.

If you are considering seeking guardianship for a minor child, or if you need assistance with a guardianship matter, contact us today to schedule a consultation.

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