My children's father died.State law says custody automatically reverts
to me,but grandparents went behind my back and were awarded
guardianship.I spent my life savings to get here in order to regain
custody,and am now broke.I need an attorney to take my case pro-
bono.How do I accomplish that?
2006-09-08 05:32:07 · 9 answers · asked by loribrown30286 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Other - Family & Relationships
call aternies in your area
2006-09-08 05:35:12 · answer #1 · answered by letta g 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Start looking in your local phone book for Attorneys that work Pro bono.
Call and see about getting financial aid for low income, they have lawyer services that you can use at no cost, paid by the state or whatever (really paid by the working people's taxes).
And lastly, talk to your grandparents and find out why they took the kids behind your back, and if they are willing to give them up. (which is probably a long story why, and personal. And I doubt they would give them up, since they did this in the first place. But this is a last option type of thing if nothing else works.)
Good luck in getting custody back.
2006-09-08 12:37:11 · answer #2 · answered by Kevin J 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You could try going to your local college and asking a professor. He could make it a class project. Or you can simply do the phone book search and call every law firm you find.
I do have a question as to why the dad had custody to begin with. This could be an issue as to why you were not awarded custody of these children honey. Being in denial doesn't make the facts of the circumstances less factual. I suggest, if you manage to find an attorney, who'll take the case, that you dump out the smallest of details for him, even the skelatons hiding in the closet. If you don't, you'll only set yourself up for failure.
2006-09-08 12:37:26 · answer #3 · answered by Hollynfaith 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ask a lawyer. But if your broke how are you going to take care of them?Where were you when the ex husband died?How did you lose them in the first place?Now how did the grandparents go behind your back?They just want to take care of them or are you doing this to get back at the grandparents?The lawyer is going to ask you all of these questions and more,are they better off where they are? Will you be more harm than help?If there happy and safe where they are,wouldn't be better to leave them alone?You can't be to broke,you have a computer and on line unless your at work,get caught goofing off on company time,lose your job then what? Some things are better left as they are.Good luck whatever you do.
2006-09-08 12:44:28 · answer #4 · answered by master_der_man 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You must have been out of site when he died and no where near your kids. Tough break.
Call the nearest state bar association and leave your case there. They should have an attorney get back to you for a free consult and hopefully suggestions. Or try the local city council for possible help in your case. Talk to as many people there even if you get passed around...do whatever it takes and dont be impatient. Make records of everyone you talk to and show your efforts. Somehow they were awarded because of your absence in the past.
2006-09-08 12:41:20 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best thing to do is go to local law firms and explain to them your legal situation. Depending on the case and your chances of winning back custody will determine wheter or not they could potentially help you. Most big law firms do a little pro-bono now and then. Just make lots of phone calls. Good luck!!!!
2006-09-08 12:42:36 · answer #6 · answered by 123 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not sure what state you're in but as far as I know all rights for grandparents die along with their child. My son's father passed as well and so did all the rights of his parents to see my child. There has to be extenuating circumstances in order for you to lose guardianship. A women's center in your area is always helpful for advice on pro bono lawyers. Wish you the best of luck!
2006-09-08 12:43:50 · answer #7 · answered by searaydreams 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As I listened to my late old friend of his stories of a foriegn war, as he walked along the beach with his comrades thinking of home. There was one among the group that had a faith so strong that kept the others close as brothers towards a higher power than they. You know what girl?
They all made it home cept the one. Give it time girl! & pray!!
2006-09-08 12:41:47 · answer #8 · answered by Tobby 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not sure which state your in, but most states have lawyers who charge based on you income. Talk to the courts and tell them your situation, they won't be able to give you legal advise, but they should have the number to these lawyers. If they won't give it to you, call any lawyer, they'd be glad to help you find the number. Good luck
2006-09-08 12:35:46 · answer #9 · answered by spunkyshell2000 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋