Grandparent’s Rights

In certain cases, such as when one parent has passed away or if an unmarried couple has split up, grandparents may seek guardianship of their grandchildren through court proceedings. This process requires filing a petition with a family court judge and proving that granting guardianship is in the best interest of the child. The judge will consider factors such as whether both parents agree with granting guardianship as well as any potential harm that could occur if it were granted.

The attorneys at ReGain understand how difficult it can be to navigate through family law issues involving grandparents’ rights and provide experienced counsel throughout each step of the process so that clients receive maximum protection for their interests at all times.

Additionally, we pride ourselves on the ability to negotiate outside of court whenever possible while still maintaining its commitment to aggressive representation when necessary; this means that our clients receive optimal results while avoiding costly litigation fees whenever possible – something beneficial considering how expensive court proceedings can become!

In most courts, an order may be requested from the judge after filing an initial petition. This temporary order would protect any grandparents’ rights while they wait to proceed with a more permanent arrangement in court. In some cases, evidence may be necessary to prove that the parent-grandparent relationship is beneficial for all parties involved and visitation would help contribute to better mental health of all involved parties. After evidence has been presented, it is up to a judge to weigh out different factors and make decisions regarding custodial arrangements.

After all documents have been filed, decisions can take several weeks before they are handed down from a judge. Grandparents who successfully attain guardianship will then be allowed to request compensation from close family members such as birth parents if applicable in certain states. Any decision made by a judge must still abide by state-specific laws so it’s important to research your state rules before making any move towards legal action when it comes to grandparents’ rights litigation.