I am often asked as a Saratoga Family Law Lawyer if grandparent’s have any rights if their grandchildren are being withheld. A grandparent may petition to a court to ensure that they have visitation with their grandchild. The legislature reasoned that the grandchild/child relationship is a significant one to the development of a child. With that being said, the court will take a two-step analysis in determining whether or not visitation should occur between a grandchild and a grandparent. First, they will look at whether or not that grandparent has standing to seek the relief from the court. I advise clients as a Saratoga Family Law Lawyer that there are a number of facts that are considered including the ongoing and substantial relationship between the grandchild and the grandparent from birth until termination of the visitation. Secondly, the court will consider the best interest of the child.
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This informational blog post was provided by Jean Mahserjian, an experienced Saratoga Family Law Lawyer.
