Hi,
Can anyone help me in relation to the legal status regarding guardianship of a child (under 18) whose mother has died. The mother was unmarried and no longer in a relationship with the father, however the father still has regular contact with the child. The child is currently living with its grandparents although nothing has yet been done to make this official. I have done some searches on the internet, but can't seem to find the information. I have been told that the child is now considered and orphan. Is this the case when the father is still alive?
Thanks
Geri
Can anyone help me in relation to the legal status regarding guardianship of a child (under 18) whose mother has died. The mother was unmarried and no longer in a relationship with the father, however the father still has regular contact with the child. The child is currently living with its grandparents although nothing has yet been done to make this official. I have done some searches on the internet, but can't seem to find the information. I have been told that the child is now considered and orphan. Is this the case when the father is still alive?
Thanks
Geri
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