Guardianship of Minors

Guardianship arises when a child's parents have died, are absent, or are unable to care for them. It determines who may make decisions about the child's upbringing, education and property — and it should be settled before it is needed.

Wise Counsel advises families on appointing guardians and on the rights and duties the role carries under Vietnamese law.

What we help with

• Advising on when guardianship arises and who may be appointed
• Nominating a guardian in advance as part of estate planning
• Registering guardianship with the competent authority
• Advising on the guardian's duties in managing the child's property
• Disputes between family members over who should act as guardian
• Supervision and accounting obligations of the guardian
• Changing or terminating a guardianship arrangement
• Advising on guardianship where the child or guardian is abroad

Naming a guardian in advance spares a family from arguing about it at the worst possible moment. It costs very little to put in place.