Legal Question in Family Law in Virginia

grandparents rights

my son has a 17 mos old boy,he is no longer with the baby''s mother as of last month now she plans to move out of state.what rights do i have that will ensure that my grandson can remain in my life. even if she stays in town and my son and her never speak again can i take his place as guardian


Asked on 2/18/08, 8:27 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael Hendrickson Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson

Re: grandparents rights

Not too likely(your being appointed guardian), but since Virginia grandparents are recognized as "persons with a legitimate interest" in visitation rights with respect to their grandchildren, you could certainly petition the court to establish your right of visitation

with this particular grandchild.

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Answered on 2/19/08, 12:52 am


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