Atlanta, GA asked in Child Custody, Family Law and Native American Law for Georgia

Q: My grand child 1yr, mom passed away suddenly and her mother refuses to let her father have her. Claim with Indian Tribe

she's protected to keep his child

I'm at wits end, what to do. He is so upset, how can she kidnap a child, or keep from her biological father?

1 Lawyer Answer
Homer P Jordan IV
Homer P Jordan IV
Answered
  • Divorce Lawyer
  • Atlanta, GA
  • Licensed in Georgia

A: The biological father needs to work with an attorney right away, who can review the facts of the case and help with the proper course of action. He may have custody options to explore, but he’ll need the assistance of an attorney.

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