Legal Question in Family Law in Texas
Grandparents rights
What legal rights do I have as a grandparent concerning visitation of my grandchildren?
Asked on 4/29/03, 2:55 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Fran Brochstein
Attorney & Mediator
Re: Grandparents rights
After the U S Supreme Court case commonly referred to a Troxel, my general reply would be --not much!
However, Texas does have a few limited circumstances where a grandparent can have standing to sue to see their grandchildren. For example, if their son or daughter is dead or if they are in prison, then the grandparents can "step into their shoes".
I would need to know the details of your case to give you a more specific answer.
Fran Brochstein
www.FamilyLaw4U.com
713-847-6000
Answered on 4/30/03, 9:50 pm