A survey conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau indicates that many people are still feeling the effects of the recession. It?s no surprise to me to find out that fewer couples are getting married, and more grandparents are caring for their grandchildren. In the last year, I have had more people contact my firm with a case in which grandparents were involved in one way or another, than I?ve had in the previous years combined since the Steele Law Firm opened its doors.
There are the obvious cases in which the parents allow their child(ren) to live with the grandparents for a set amount of time. This typically causes problems down the road when the parents are ready to have the child(ren) live with them again, but the child(ren) have adapted to life with the grandparents. Not to mention the grandparents who have also gotten used to having little ones around. If you?re preparing to let your child(ren) go live with their grandparents for any extended amount of time, it is best to get a court order in place regarding temporary guardianship. And just because your child(ren) aren?t living with you any more, doesn?t mean you get a free pass to live on the wild side and pretend your little ones don?t even exist. In a case in which the grandparents are contesting custody, your chances of getting custody of your child(ren) are lessened if you live irresponsibly and carelessly. The responsible parent will be spending this time working as much as possible to save up as much money as possible so that their child(ren) can come live with them as soon as possible.
Recently, I?ve heard instances in which whole families, including the dog!, have moved in with one spouse?s parents. This places quite a burden on the grandparents, financially and emotionally. Single parents, if you or your ex is planning on moving in with your child?s grandparent(s), please consult your attorney first. There may be legal issues associated with such a move that you?re not aware of. I, for one, like to give my clients the ?free pass to live on the wild side? speech. Besides never knowing if or when your ex is planning on swooping in with a Petition to Modify Custody, it?s always best to set a good example for your child(ren).
Do you know anyone in a situation like this? What are you comments/opinions on grandparents caring for their children or grandchildren?
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