How do I ask for a lawyer in a petition for removal of guardian of minor or general petition to modify?
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If you are a parent whose child is under a guardianship that you want to end, and do not have enough money for an attorney, you may be able to have the court appoint you an attorney to regain custody.
To get a court-appointed attorney, you will need to file to end the guardianship and you need to complete an Application for Appointment of Counsel For Parent of Minor Child Guardianship of Minor.
If you are looking for general information on ending a guardianship, see How to end a guardianship of a minor.
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