QUESTION
Can a father appoint his aunt the guardian of his daughter?
Asked on Jan 12th, 2020 on Wills and Probate - New Jersey
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A father will move from Dominican Republic to New Jersey with his daughter once their permanent immigrant visas are approved. The father only plans on staying in America long enough to maintain legal resident status. The father has a successful business in Dominican Republic and wants to return to managing it as soon as possible. He wants to leave his daughter under the guardianship of his aunt in New Jersey so that his aunt can maintain physical and legal custody of the child, as well as help the child with daily tasks and make financial and medical decisions on the child's behalf. Does the father have to go to NJ Family or Probate Court to resolve this matter or will a notarized affidavit from him grant enough powers over his daughter?
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Many states have a form of Temporary Power of Attorney which gives someone authority to register a child in school, take her to the doctor, etc. This must be signed by both parents before a notary. It is revocable at will. Ask a local family attorney whether this is available in your state.
Answered on Jan 13th, 2020 at 5:03 AM
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