Over the past decades grandparents have been called upon to look after their grandchildren fulltime in a way they could not possible have imagined they would.
Often their own children have been lost to drugs or are in unsuitable environments for raising children. Sometimes people agree that the grandchildren would be better off with their grandparents, but sometimes there are heart rending disputes for the sake of the children.
Our firm has a significant track record for understanding and resolving disputes between grandparents and children, and do not shy away from initiating applications for grandparents to spend time with their grandchildren also. If you tried elsewhere and failed to get the legal support you need, or simply need to have someone assess your situation please call or email us, and we will do our very best for you.
I have had a falling out with my daughter because of her over bearing boyfriend & havent seen my 9 months grand daughter for 6 months. I miss her terribly & would love to have some visitation. My 7 year old son cries at night just hoping my daughter will come around & let us see her, but it seems it is getting worse. I have tried everything possible & have run out of options. Could you PLEASE help me.
I just want to know if grandparents can initiate proceedings to see their grandchild and will it help?
Yes, Narelle, Grandparents can institute proceedings to see their grandchildren. I am not sure in this case if it wil help you. Sometimes grandparents do this when hey are not sure their own child will pursue their tome with the grandchildren. Generally, if your child is seeing his/ her children, they would make sure you see them at the same time. If this isn’t happening for one reason or another, then you may need to bring your own appliaction. I hope this helps, Kind regards, Lynette
I would like to speak to someone regarding being able to obtain a court order to see my 9yr old grandson
Hi Sharon, I will have someone contact you right away, regards Lynette.
What can I do, this can’t go on like this, it is getting worse, I don’t abuse anyone, and I would like a good relationship with my son and his wife and especially the little bloke.. I am a fun Nana and I enjoy playing with them all and while I have the energy I would like to continue to do so. I’m scared if I tell them to pull their heads in I might be wiped altogether. Where do I stand, to have contact do I have to continue to be subservient? I am lost and confused and don’t know where to turn, , I hope you are able to help me or put me in the right direction.
Anne, your story has really touched me, and I bet it struck a cord with many of my readers. I have edited it a lot so that your anonymity is preserved but I have passed your email on to our Lawyer who will be able to help you. She is based in the Sunshine Coast part time and in our Strathpine office the rest of the time. Hopefully you already spoke to soemone whileI was away, but if not you will hear from them soon. I hope the wedding was a joyful one in spite of the circumstances,
Kind regards Lynette
I know exactly how you feel, it rips your heart out. I’m not allowed to see my grandchildren and my sister was involved in it too. We had an argument, long messy story, but she involved my daughter who won’t even listen to my side. It is very hurtful and confusing and I wonder what she’s saying to them, I know they would miss me, I’m a fun grandma too and love them to pieced. I am just waiting for my grandaughters school to phone, I put my name down to help with reading and now, it seems, I may not be able to do it. How cruel is that?
Amanda and Margaret, you poor things and your poor grandkids. I hope something on my site can help you guys and don’t hesitate to call us for a free 10 minute consultation if you think that would help.
It sounds as though your kids really underestimate the extra dimension you could add to their families’ lives.
My first grand daughter was born just 1 year ago, I have not seen her since she was 2 months old, so miss her it just breaks me in half. But I just so worried of her emotional and mental even at her age now her single mother is and has lots of issues and my baby girl is not safe, being yelled at, screamed at top of mothers lungs slamming doors and frightening her half to death, shaken and trembling was described to me. I am really not sure of her proper diet, and I know cause it is all about the mother no routine for sleep or play love an hugs.. What rights do have as a grand parent/ a nana that just wants the joy to love her first grand child.