Category Archives: Visitation Rights

Grandparent Visitation Rights in New York: Your Rights and Options

Grandparent Visitation Rights in New York Your Rights and Options

Navigating family relationships can be challenging, and this is especially true when it comes to the legal rights of grandparents seeking visitation with their grandchildren. In New York, the law provides specific rights and pathways for grandparents to request visitation, though the process can be complex and emotionally charged. Understanding these rights and the options […]

Out of State Visitation Schedule

Out of State Visitation Schedule

After a child custody arrangement is settled, it is not uncommon for one parent to move out of state. This is often done out of necessity. However, relocating makes it much more difficult for the non-custodial parent to see their children. If you are having trouble coming up with an out of state visitation schedule, […]

Voluntary Changes in a Visitation Arrangement Becoming Permanent

Voluntary Changes in a Visitation Arrangement Becoming Permanent

Question: The custody agreement states I have my child 2 days per week and one extra dinner. Gradually over time I have more (2 days- 2 dinners; 3 days-2 dinners; then just 4 days total). In the last 4 weeks I’ve had my child 20/28 nights and extra dinners (5/7 per week). How long does […]

Out-of-State Visitation

Out-of-State Visitation

When a couple gets divorced, they will often be able to easily follow child custody and visitation arrangements. However, this can be complicated when one of the former spouses moves out of state. Here is some important information regarding out-of-state visitation arrangements. What to Do The most amicably settled divorce can be thrown into complete […]

Visitation Rights in New York

Visitation Rights in New York

Our experienced Saratoga County divorce lawyers are dedicated to defending your visitation rights in New York and protecting parent-child relationships. At the law offices of Jean M. Mahserjian, Esq., P.C., we don’t just look at divorce proceedings as a way to dissolve marriages; they are also a way to preserve healthy family relationships and make […]

Enforcing Visitation Rights

Enforcing Visitation Rights

If you are having trouble enforcing visitation rights in New York, please contact the experienced Saratoga County family law attorneys at Jean M. Mahserjian, Esq., PC, today to make sure the terms of your child custody and divorce agreement are met. Call our office today to get the help your family deserves. Enforcing Visitation Rights […]

Can a Parent Relocate with Their Child if a Visitation Arrangement Has Already Been Ordered?

Can a Parent Relocate with Their Child if a Visitation Arrangement Has Already Been Ordered?

Question: I have court-ordered visitation of my daughter in New York. Her mother just picked up and moved her to New Jersey. I am also on court-ordered child support that I do pay. I’ve already went to file paperwork on her for leaving. I really need help. What can I do?   Download Our FREE […]

Complicated Interstate Visitation

When a couple gets divorced, they will often be able to easily follow child custody and visitation arrangements. However, this can be complicated when one of the former spouses moves out of state. Here is some important information regarding complicated interstate visitation arrangements. Complicated Interstate Visitation | What to Do The most amicably settled divorce […]

Defending Visitation Rights

Defending Visitation Rights

Divorce proceedings are not only instituted to dissolve marriages; they are designed to preserve healthy family relationships so children of divorce are not unduly burdened. While there are always instances where children need to be shielded from an abusive parent, most often it is in the best interest of the child for the parent-child relationship […]

Visitation Guidelines

Visitation Guidelines

If you are going through a divorce or are deciding on custody, you may be looking for visitation guidelines and advice. Here is what you should read prior to calling one of our Saratoga attorneys. Visitation Guidelines | Grandparents Rights New York State recognizes the grandparent/grandchild relationship as an important aspect of child development. If […]

Child Visitation Rights

Child Visitation Rights

Are you going through divorce and are wondering about child visitation rights? Divorce proceedings are not only instituted to dissolve marriages; they are designed to preserve healthy family relationships so children of divorce are not unduly burdened. While there are always instances where children need to be shielded from an abusive parent, most often it […]

Grandparents Rights

Grandparents Rights Saratoga Divorce Attorneys

As separations and divorces go into effect, all generations of a family feel the repercussions. Grandparents can become easily concerned, because their child and her or his spouse will no longer be married, that they themselves will have limited access to their grandchildren. It is critical for grandparents to know their rights as family members […]