Harrisburg Child Custody Lawyers Who Represent Grandparents
After a divorce, or when a parent dies, the child's grandparents may be left without visitation rights. In these cases, the grandparents may seek visitation rights. If the child's parents are unfit, grandparents may sue for custody.
Fighting for grandparent visitation or custody can be a difficult process. You need the help of an experienced child custody lawyer to fight for you and your grandchildren. At Purcell, Krug & Haller, you can work with a Pennsylvania grandparents' rights attorney. Please call our Harrisburg office at 717-260-3485 today. Your consultation is free.
Custody and Visitation
When do grandparents need to request visitation rights to see their grandchildren? It can happen if the parents and grandparents do not have a good relationship, if a parent is denied custody or visitation of the child, or if a parent dies. In these situations, grandparents can seek visitation under grandparents' rights.
In Pennsylvania, grandparents have an automatic standing to get into family court for visitation and custody cases. However, it is often difficult for them to win these cases, especially over the objection of the parents, so good legal advice is imperative.
If they can prove it is in the best interest of the child, grandparents can sue for custody and visitation rights. Factors that may be in their favor include:
- The emotional benefit of the relationship to the child
- Concern for the child's welfare
- An unfit parent (substance or child abuse)
- Being the child's caretaker for one year
We represent grandparents who are seeking visitation or custody. Our attorneys can also draft visitation or custody agreements if all parties agree to the circumstances.
A Pennsylvania Grandparents' Rights Attorney Can Help
For a free consultation, please call 717-260-3485 or contact us online.
