Under Kansas law, grandparents have legal rights to a continuing relationship with their grandchildren. As a grandparent myself, I feel strongly about standing up for the rights of grandparents. The law recognizes the value of continued contact and the potentially harmful effect on children of denying access to a grandparent who has built a significant relationship – especially when the child has recently suffered loss through divorce or death of a parent.

Such problems may be mediated or may need to be resolved in court to demonstrate that a relationship with their grandparents is in the children’s best interests. I work to show the court that my clients had a relationship with their grandchildren. Even if your son or daughter was not married, you can assert a right to contact with the child.

From a legal standpoint, we need to show that spending time with grandparents is in the best interests of the children. The court places a high burden of proof on the objecting parent(s) to justify denial of access, and will not entertain frivolous reasons given by a stepdaughter or stepson.

Through mediation or litigation, we can affirm your right to see your grandchildren and establish a schedule that stipulates regular contact. Call (913) 709-4458 or email me to discuss your grandparents’ rights. I can make evening and weekend appointments, and may be able to handle your case via e-mail, phone.