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  1. #1
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    Default Mother just died... need help fast...

    My best friends wife died 2 days ago..36 yrs old... heart attack...
    non drinker.. non-smoker--- not over weight... Truly never know when it can happen....

    She has a 12 yr old daughter from a previous marriage and he had joint custody. The daughter lived with her Mom and step-Dad since 1999. Now the Biological father has stated today he is taking his daughter back with him. 100's of miles away, from her step-Dad and Bio grandparents. Is there anything my friend can do to stop this.

    He lost his wife 2 days ago Now his daughter... he is a mess

    Please advise...soon

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    Default Custody following death of a parent

    What state does the child live in?

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    they live in Georgia.. However, the Bio- father lives in a different county south Ga. Do the Bio-grandparents have any rights?

    Would this be handled legally in the Bio-fathers county or can it be in the county the child is currently living in? She doesn't want to go but she is only 12 yrs old.

    Thanks

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    Default Rights to Step-Child

    In most states, step-parents have no rights at all under the circumstances you describe. It is likely that your best recourse is for somebody involved - the step-parent or grandparents - to seek a guardianship. Under the circumstances, it would be wise to consult a family lawyer about your options, and to use the lawyer to make sure that any litigation is commenced quickly and any legal documents are in proper form.

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