Summary
Guardianship should be filed in the county where the person resides, and you may have grounds to challenge the jurisdiction. Opening someone elses mail without permission could be illegal, and restricting her rights and contact with you might violate her personal rights. Consider consulting a family law attorney specializing in guardianship cases. You can find free legal assistance through Legal Aid of Kansas, Kansas Bar Association, and Kansas Legal Services. To seek visitation rights, file a motion in court, gather evidence, and attend the hearing. Draft a detailed motion, present evidence, and request a specific visitation schedule.Full Conversation
My wife's family tried to file for guardianship without notifying me I found out and contested it didn't do any good they got guardianship and they open my letters I send her they took a package I mailed her never told her she had mail from me, my wife loves in Wyandotte county and the family filed for guardianship in Johnson county ,they are restricting her to just visiting with family which is a violation of her rights the family hates me I'm the one that took her to hospital to get care and now this mess I can't find anyone to help me no one
****, this sounds like a serious and complex situation.
- Guardianship should be filed in the county where the person resides. You may have grounds to challenge the jurisdiction.
- Opening someone else's mail without permission could be illegal.
- Restricting her rights and contact with you might violate her personal rights.
You may want to consult a family law attorney specializing in guardianship cases.
Would you like more information on how to find a suitable attorney?
Yes a free one
****, finding free legal assistance can be challenging, but there are resources available:
- Legal Aid: They provide free legal services to those who qualify based on income.
- Pro Bono Lawyers: Some attorneys offer free services for low-income clients.
- Bar Association: They often have referral programs for free consultations.
Would you like assistance in locating one of these services in your area?
Yes
****, here are some resources that might help you find free legal assistance in your area:
- Legal Aid of Kansas: Provides free legal services to those who qualify based on income.
- Kansas Bar Association: Offers referral programs for free consultations.
- Kansas Legal Services: Offers pro bono services for low-income clients.
Would you like assistance in contacting one of these services?
Yes
****, here are some resources that might help you:
Legal Aid of Kansas
Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.legalaidofkansas.org Kansas Bar Association
Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.ksbar.org Kansas Legal Services
Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.kansaslegalservices.org Would you like more detailed assistance on how to proceed with contacting these services?
I don't know what to do is it possible to win visitation
****, here are some steps you might consider:
- File a motion in court to modify the guardianship order to include visitation rights.
- Gather evidence of your attempts to contact your wife and any restrictions imposed.
- Contact one of the legal services provided for assistance in filing these motions.
Would you like more guidance on how to file a motion?
Yes
~****, here are some steps to file a motion for visitation rights:~
- Draft a Motion: Prepare a detailed motion requesting visitation rights, including reasons and any evidence.
- File the Motion: Submit the motion to the court where the guardianship was granted.
- Serve the Motion: Ensure the guardianship family receives a copy of the motion.
- Attend the Hearing: Be present at the court hearing to present your case.
Would you like help with drafting the motion?
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****, here are some tips for drafting your motion for visitation rights:
- State Your Relationship: Clearly explain your relationship with your wife and your desire for visitation.
- Present Evidence: Include any evidence that supports your claim, such as proof of attempts to contact her, and how the guardianship has restricted your access.
- Legal Grounds: Mention any laws or rights that support your case for visitation.
- Request Specifics: Clearly state the visitation schedule you are requesting.
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