Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

Re: grandchild

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You have not provided any facts within which to base any sort of opinion. It appears that the child lives in New Jersey, however, so New Jersey law would decide this case and not that of Florida. Under Florida law, the rights of the parent(s) are superior to any rights of grandparents and parents can prohibit visitation with grandparents unless a grandparent can prove to a court that it would be necessary for the child's well being.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.