Few things are more precious than a grandchild. Your relationship with your grandchildren is precious. When your rights as a grandparent are threatened, sometimes legal action is necessary. Unfortunately in Missouri, grandparent rights are severely limited, with the state only allowing for petition in the event of divorce or death of a parent.
Know your rights
The court will always decide in the best interest of the child. If the parents are still married, grandparent rights are few and far between, if they exist at all. However, if you have ever been granted custody, guardianship or other rights by the court, you may be able to pursue legitimate legal rights to your grandchild. This may also be the case if you have been highly involved in their upbringing but are now being excluded, or if the parents are deemed unfit.
Gaining legal rights as a grandparent is not always easy, but at HSSO we promise to thoroughly examine your situation to find out whether visitation rights, custody or even full legal guardianship are options for you and your grandchild.
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Don't risk another moment away from your grandchild. At HSSO we understand how important your relationship is with your grandchild, and will do everything in our power to keep your grandchild in your life. Call your experienced custody attorney today.
Holder Susan Slusher Oxenhandler, Attorneys, 107 North 7th Street, Columbia, MO 65201
