Legal Guardianship For Grandchild

Summary

To obtain legal guardianship of your great-granddaughter in Georgia, you must file a petition in the Superior Court and prove the parents are unfit or have caused harm to the child. It must also be in the childs best interest to be with you. Contact Walker County Department of Family and Children Services for assistance.

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I am trying to get legal guardianship or custody of my great granddaughter who was born in Georgia to an addict (my granddaughter)
Hello **** ****, I understand your situation. In Georgia, you would need to file a petition in the Superior Court. You must prove:
- The parents are unfit or have caused harm to the child
- It is in the best interest of the child to be with you
May I know in which Georgia county you reside?
I live in West Virginia, Georgia human resources are already involved, but I can't reach them. They are in Walker county,La Fayette Georgia
I see your situation. Please try reaching out to Walker County Department of Family and Children Services. Here's their contact info:

Walker County DFCS Office


Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * N. Highway *, Rock Spring, GA *
Website: dfcs.georgia.gov/locations/walker-county-dfcs-office
Thanks, I will try this number
You're welcome, **** ****. If you need any further assistance or have more legal questions, feel free to ask. Good luck with your situation.
Thank you
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