Seeking Custody of Your Niece or Nephew
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Learn about your rights and obligations under New York State law when seeking custody of your niece or nephew in this educational video. Then give our attorneys a call to set up a free review.
Question:
What is Important to Know About Seeking Custody of Your Niece or Nephew?
Answer:
Generally, a parent’s right to custody of the children is superior to all others. However, a non-parent can seek custody of a child. They must first demonstrate extraordinary circumstances. Extraordinary circumstances include things like surrender, abandonment, neglect, unfitness. Once you’ve established that extraordinary circumstances exist, the the court will determine whether or not it’s in the best interest of the child or children to be in your care.
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“The staff is extremely friendly and knowledgeable. They truly care about their clients and walk you through the process every step of the way. I highly recommend Jean and her team for any legal needs.”
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