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GRANDPARENTS LAWS

Grandparents law, also known as grandparent visitation or custody rights, refers to the legal rights that grandparents have with regard to their grandchildren. In the context of child support, grandparents may be entitled to receive child support payments if they have legal custody of their grandchildren or have been granted visitation rights.

​In Oregon, grandparents may be able to petition the court for visitation rights if they can demonstrate that it is in the best interests of the child. This may be the case if one or both parents are deceased, divorced, or have had their parental rights terminated. Grandparents may also be able to seek custody of their grandchildren in certain circumstances, such as when the parents are unable to provide a safe and stable home environment.

​If a grandparent has legal custody of their grandchild, they may be entitled to receive child support payments from the child’s non-custodial parent. In this case, the grandparent may need to file a petition with the court to establish child support obligations.​As a law firm, we are committed to helping grandparents understand their legal rights and options with regard to child support and visitation.

We can provide expert legal guidance and advocacy to ensure that our clients’ rights are protected and that they are able to provide a safe and stable home environment for their grandchildren.

A FEW TYPES OF GRANDPARENTS LAW ISSUES

Temporary Support:

In Oregon, grandparents can petition the court for visitation rights if they have a pre-existing relationship with the child and visitation is in the child’s best interests.

 

Petition for custody:

Grandparents can seek custody of their grandchild in Oregon if it is in the child’s best interests and the child’s parents are unfit or unwilling to provide proper care.

List Standing for support:

In Oregon, grandparents may have standing to request child support payments from a non-custodial parent if they have legal custody of their grandchild or have been appointed as a guardian.

Grandparents Law is a Growing Practice Area

It involves representing grandparents in a variety of legal matters related to their relationships with their grandchildren. This can include issues related to visitation, custody, and support, as well as more complex matters such as guardianship and adoption. ​One of the most interesting aspects of grandparents law is the way that it intersects with broader legal and social trends, such as the changing role of the family and the increasing importance of grandparent-grandchild relationships. As more and more families are structured in non-traditional ways, grandparents are playing an increasingly important role in the lives of their grandchildren, and the law is beginning to reflect this reality.

​Another interesting aspect of grandparents law is the way that it can involve complex emotional dynamics, particularly in cases involving disputes between grandparents and their adult children. Attorneys practicing in this area must be skilled at navigating sensitive family relationships while also advocating effectively for their clients’ legal rights.​Overall, grandparents law is a dynamic and rapidly evolving practice area that requires attorneys to have a deep understanding of family law, child welfare law, and the legal and social contexts in which these issues arise.

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As a law firm, we are dedicated to providing compassionate and effective representation to grandparents, and to helping them achieve the best possible outcomes for themselves and their families.

Grandparents’ rights are an important area of family law that deals with the legal rights of grandparents to maintain a relationship with their grandchildren.

1.Filing for visitation or custody:

We may be able to help grandparents navigate the legal process of petitioning the court for visitation or custody of their grandchildren. This can involve filing legal documents and presenting evidence to support the grandparents’ case.

2. Providing legal advice:

Provide grandparents with expert legal guidance and advice regarding their rights and options with respect to their grandchildren. This can help grandparents make informed decisions about how to proceed with their case.

3.Representing grandparents in court:

Represent grandparents in court and advocate on their behalf in matters related to visitation, custody, or support. This can involve making legal arguments and presenting evidence to support the grandparents’ position.

4. Negotiating a settlement:

In some cases, a lawyer can help grandparents negotiate a settlement with the child’s parents outside of court. This can involve developing a visitation schedule or other terms to establish and maintain a relationship with their grandchild.

5. Seeking guardianship:

Help grandparents seek guardianship of their grandchild if the child’s parents are unable to provide a safe and stable home environment. This can involve presenting evidence to demonstrate that the grandparents are the best option for providing care for the child.

6. Ensuring compliance with court orders:

Help grandparents enforce court orders related to visitation, custody, or support. This can involve taking legal action if the child’s parents fail to comply with the court’s orders and ensuring that the child’s best interests are protected.