Guardianships/custodianships for minors
If minors have lost their biological parents or their parents are unable to exercise parental care, they need a guardian. If parents are unable to legally represent their child in certain areas, the family court can appoint a guardian.
Upon appointment, the guardian assumes the rights and duties of the parents. He or she is the legal representative of the child and is only obliged to act in the interests of the young person.
Before being appointed by the family court, the youth welfare office must check whether a suitable person is available to act as guardian. If this is not the case, a guardian is appointed by the court. If the youth welfare office is appointed, this is referred to as official guardianship.
It is also possible for private individuals who wish to volunteer to act as guardians.
We would be happy to arrange an initial consultation with you.
Underage mothers cannot exercise parental care for their children themselves. The Youth Welfare Office will be happy to advise you on the options for legal representation of the children.