As a grandparent, you may be wondering what visitation rights do I have with my grandchildren? The custody and visitation rights of grandparents are a continually evolving area of the law that has no definite answers. However, California has recognized some grandparents' rights, particularly if the grandparent had a relationship with the child prior to a divorce or some other event giving rise to the issue. If you are a grandparent seeking visitation, guardianship or even adoption, obtain legal assistance from a law firm that has been helping families for more than 15 years.
At Stettner & Morris we pride ourselves on our exceptional and compassionate family law services. With more than 25 years of experience, our Glendora grandparents' rights lawyers can help answer your questions about your rights as a grandparent and what options you may have.
Call (626) 594-4487 to discuss your grandparent visitation rights issue with an attorney who is also a California board-certified family law specialist (certified by the State Bar of California). You can also contact us by e-mail. We offer free initial 30-minute consultations.
In California, the courts will make a decision primarily based upon the relationship the grandparents have had with the grandchild. Have the grandparents provided support? Have they tried to maintain a relationship with the grandchild? Has the child been spending a considerable amount of time with the grandparents? There are many factors to consider. However, the one standard that is above all the most important is the best interests of the child. The court will always fall back on this standard in every case, as this is the most important consideration to make.
Sometimes, the situation may be dire, such as if drugs, alcohol or abuse is involved. If the child is endangered or in an unstable environment, grandparents can seek guardianship over the child.
If the parent of the child is deceased or the parent of the child has been deemed unfit, adoption is a possibility. Generally in grandparent or relative adoptions, the process and homes studies can go quicker.
To discuss your grandparents' rights case with an experienced California grandchild visitation lawyer, please schedule a confidential consultation by calling us at (626) 594-4487 or by filling out our family law intake form. We offer free initial 30-minute consultations. We can provide you with experienced, dedicated, knowledgeable advice and representation; call today.
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