What is the name of your state? Indiana I need to know if I can file for custody of my minor sibling. Our father recently passed away which left my younger brother without the benefit of a parent. Now I need to find out how to file for guardianship or custody of him. I went to legal aid but they told me I make to much money to qualify yet I do not make enough money to hire an expensive attorney. Can I file the paperwork on my own.