Can grandparents seek child custody in Garden City, New York?

In certain situations, a grandparent may pursue custody of a grandchild, but the court often applies a higher legal standard than it would in a custody dispute between parents. Judges typically look for facts that justify the court considering custody to a non-parent, and then evaluate whether the request serves the child’s best interests. Because these cases can involve detailed evidence about the child’s routine, safety, and stability, many families speak with a grandparents’ rights attorney at Hedayati Law Group, P.C. before filing.