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Do Grandparents Have Custody Rights?
Attorney Fagan Explains in Our Grandparents’ Rights eBook!
Many grandparents are surprised to learn that they may have legal rights when it comes to their grandchildren—especially in difficult family situations. While Texas family law prioritizes the rights of parents, it also recognizes that grandparents can play a vital role in a child’s life under certain circumstances.
In Texas, what people often call “custody” is legally referred to as conservatorship. This includes the right to make decisions for a child and determine where the child lives. Although grandparents are not automatically granted conservatorship, there are specific situations where they may be able to step in—such as when the child’s physical or emotional well-being is at risk.
Texas courts always focus on the best interest of the child, and while the legal threshold for grandparents is higher than for parents, it is possible to obtain legal standing. This means showing the court compelling evidence that your involvement is essential to the child’s health, safety, or emotional development.
In our Grandparents’ Rights eBook, Bryan Fagan covers:
- When and how grandparents can file for custody or visitation
- What Texas law says about grandparents’ standing in family court
- The types of evidence that strengthen your case
- How to protect your relationship with your grandchild
- What to expect in court proceedings involving grandparents
- And much more
Before assuming you don’t have options—or feeling overwhelmed by the legal process—download our Grandparents’ Rights eBook for free. Just fill out the form at the bottom of this page!
