Grandparents' Rights in Texas
If you are a grandparent, you want the chance to spend time with your grandchildren and watch them grow up. If your child is keeping your grandchildren from you or you are afraid for the safety of your grandchildren, an experienced attorney can help you. At the law offices of Constance Langston, we represent the rights of grandparents as well as children.
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Grandparents, in certain situations, have the right to sue for either child custody or child visitation rights. The number-one priority for the courts is to find the most suitable living situation for the children involved. It is important for all children to get the chance to be with their families, and sometimes that means protecting grandparents' rights.
Child Custody
Is your grandchild in an unsuitable living situation? Would he or she be better off living with you? There are some situations in which a grandparent has the right to sue for custody of grandchildren. Two cases are more common than any other:
- The child has been put in the custody of someone who is not the parent. As a family member, you may be able to gain custody yourself.
- The child is in an unstable living condition. If the present situation would significantly impair the child's physical health or emotional development, Child Protective Services should step in for the best interests of the child. These cases often involve addiction, abuse, or criminal behavior.
Visitation Rights
Your grandchildren may be in a perfectly healthy home environment. You may completely respect the place where they are, but you still want the chance to see them grow up and to be a grandparent to them. You may be able to sue for visitation rights and the chance to form a visitation agreement.
Contact Us
If you are worried about the health and safety of your grandchildren's living environment, you should take appropriate action immediately. If you believe they would be better off living with you, we can help you protect their rights. Contact us today for more information. Telephone consultations are available, and evening and weekend appointments can be arranged for your convenience. There is a fee for each consultation.
