Guardianship of Maddison Chapman-James
Petition to Remove Guardian; Petition for Appointment of Successor Guardian of the Person
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CASE NUMBER: CVPG18-0029612 This matter is on calendar for further proceedings on the Petition to Remove Guardian and Petition for Appointment of Successor Guardian of the Person. The Petitions were filed by the minor’s aunt, Amanda Cossairt. Letters of Temporary Guardianship issued to Ms. Cossairt on July 7, 2025, and are set to expire today unless further extended. The current Guardian is Shannon Schottel, whose authority has been suspended.
The Court previously found the Petition to Remove Guardian has been properly noticed. The father has consented to the appointment of the Successor Guardian and waived notice. The Petition for Appointment of a Successor Guardian of the Person has been properly noticed. The Court has reviewed the Court Investigator’s report filed on May 23, 2025, which recommends granting the Petition. ICWA notification has been properly given, and no tribe has requested to intervene in this matter. The mother previously filed an objection, and counsel has been appointed for the minor. An appearance is necessary on today’s calendar for setting of a contested hearing.
GUARDIANSHIP OF ONNIE COLEMAN
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