Myers Law Firm: Can a Grandparent Get Custody of a Grandchild?

When a child needs a safe and nurturing place to live, deciding where that place is can be a challenging, emotional process. If the parent or parents aren’t the best people to care for the child, another person might step up and offer to take the child. Usually, this person is a grandparent, but they aren’t the only ones who can seek custody. An applicant could also be extended family members like an aunt, uncle, an older sibling, or another person who has a substantial relationship with the child.