What do I need to file for to obatin custody of my nephew? ?

Question

His mother is willing to let him live with me, but I want something in writing. His mother is very unstable and he is living with other family members when she doesn't have a place to stay. His basics needs are not being met. The father is willing to comply as well considereing he is my brother. Mother and father doe not live together. Need help?

Answer 1

Q: "What do I need to file for to obtain custody of my nephew?"  

A: An attorney

What you propose is a change in custody which will require approval by the court based on the best interest of the child.

Are you willing to do what is necessary for the benefit of the child?  Will you bring any necessary legal action to assure continuing appropriate child support payments by both your brother and the mother of this child?  If you cannot answer YES, you may not be acting in the best interest of the child.

Answer 2

You need to contact the court and they will let you know what it is that you need to do.