Paul Petersen said he wanted a guardian to ensure labor laws are followed and money the babies earn is kept safe.
Suleman's attorney said previously the family hired an entertainment lawyer and established a trust for the children.
A reality show is slated to start filming Suleman and her 14 children, all under age 8, on Sept. 1.
The world's longest-surviving octuplets, six boys and two girls, were born Jan. 26.
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