How easy would it be to adopt a niece?

Question

How long would it take/how difficult would it be for an uncle in the UK to adopt his niece upon death of both of her parents?

Answer 1

just all depens on the court

Answer 2

It is called relative placement and any attorney should be able to help.

But, you should make those arrangements before the parents die.

Answer 3

Probably a solicitor would be the best person to ask in this situation...if you were named in the will, you are considered the "guardian" so the paperwork is just a formality.

Answer 4

It would be much easier than if you weren't related.

Answer 5

It should be pretty easy, she should go to the next of kin anyways.  If she is sepose to go to another family member it could take a while to prove that you'de be the best gardian for her.  Good luck.