Chattahoochee County GA Grandparent rights attorney
GA Grandparents visitation rights
In 2000, the United States Supreme Court in Troxel v. Granville, 530 U.S. 57 (2000) made a landmark decision about the visitation rights of grandparents. The Court ruled that it is a fundamental liberty of parents to make decisions regarding their childs custody. It includes the right to determine when and with whom minor children can spend their time, and applies to time spent with grandparents.
When hearing a petition filed by grandparents for visitation rights, courts almost always consider the decision and wishes of the custodial parent. Consideration is given to the objections of the parent about the visitation of the grandparents. Even in the ruling of the Troxel case, the U.S. Supreme Court directed parents to take a soft attitude. It urged the parents to try building an friendly bonding between the grandparents and grandchildren. Most legal experts have opined that one of the best method to resolve such a conflict is to discuss the matter with the parents rather than involving the judicial system. Discussions can take place openly, through attorneys, through mediation, or through some form of alternative dispute resolution. Communication between the parents and grandparents can sort out misunderstandings and can prove to be far more fruitful than intervention of the legal system, while also safeguarding the relationship.
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