Grandparents' Rights Lawyer in New Haven

Do grandparents have any rights in custody cases?

Grandparents have unique and special relationships with their grandchildren. Seeing your child’s child makes your heart warm and provides you with an endless sense of wonder. Unfortunately, the relationship between a grandparent and grandchildren is often threatened by divorce. When your relationship with your grandchild is severed by the child’s parent, sometimes you, as a grandparent, can request rights of visitation.

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Grandparent Rights in CT

In Connecticut, grandparents have the right to petition the court for visitation rights. When a grandparent seeks visitation, they must show that the relationship between them and the child is similar to a parent-child relationship and that the denial of visitation would cause real and significant harm to the child.

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Protecting Your Relationship with Your Grandchildren

At Happy Even After, Family Law, we understand the importance of the bond between grandparents and their grandchildren. If you are seeking to establish or maintain visitation rights with your grandchildren, our experienced Connecticut grandparents’ rights attorney can help. We are dedicated to advocating for the rights of grandparents and ensuring that the best interests of the children are upheld.

Our firm can assist with:

Legal representation in custody cases
Establishing visitation rights
Navigating the complexities of grandparent rights in Connecticut
Providing guidance and support throughout the legal process

Don’t let legal obstacles prevent you from maintaining a loving and meaningful relationship with your grandchildren. Schedule a consultation with our family law firm today and let us help you protect your rights as a grandparent.

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Commonly Asked Questions

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What rights do grandparents have in custody cases in Hamden, CT?

In Connecticut, grandparents have the right to petition the court for visitation rights. When seeking visitation, they must demonstrate that their relationship with the child is similar to a parent-child relationship and that the denial of visitation would cause real and significant harm to the child.

Can grandparents request visitation rights if their relationship with their grandchild is severed by the child’s parent?

Yes, grandparents can request visitation rights if their relationship with their grandchild is severed by the child’s parent. They must show that the denial of visitation would cause real and significant harm to the child.

What factors are considered when a grandparent seeks visitation rights in Connecticut?

When a grandparent seeks visitation rights in Connecticut, they must demonstrate that the denial of visitation would cause real and significant harm to the child. They also need to show that their relationship with the child is similar to a parent-child relationship.

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