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Who is the wali of a convert woman whose family is not Muslim?

The wali of a convert woman who has no Muslim male relatives is the wali hakim.
A non-Muslim father cannot be the wali of his Muslim daughter, because guardianship in marriage requires Islam. If a male relative in the order of guardians has embraced Islam (for example a brother), he becomes the wali according to that order. The state religious affairs office will arrange the wali hakim. Respect and inform the birth family as a kindness, even though they are not the wali. See Interfaith & converts.

Sources

Surah at-Taubah 9:71Surah an-Nisa' 4:141Sunan Abu Dawud 2083 (sahih)
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This answer is general reference, not a fatwa. For your situation, consult the religious affairs office, a Syarie lawyer or your state Syariah Court.

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