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Grandparents' Rights
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Torrance Grandparents' Rights Lawyers
Helping Clients Throughout South Bay Preserve Relationships with Their Grandchildren
Grandparents have the right to maintain a relationship with their grandchildren, and they have legal options if their rights have been restricted or eliminated.
At Patricia Barberis, A Law Corporation, our attorney is committed to protecting the rights and interests of grandparents. We know how important it is to maintain strong family ties, and we can help you do that.
The law recognizes the special relationship grandparents have with their grandchildren and the importance of maintaining family ties. When a grandparent's relationship with their grandchildren is threatened, they have legal options.
The following are some examples of situations in which a grandparent may seek to enforce their rights:
A grandparent is not allowed to see their grandchildren
A grandparent is only allowed to see their grandchildren under supervised visitation
A grandparent is not allowed to talk to their grandchildren on the phone
A grandparent is not allowed to send gifts to their grandchildren
A grandparent is not allowed to attend their grandchildren's school functions
A grandparent's calls are monitored
A grandparent is not allowed to attend their grandchild's sporting events
Our firm is experienced in handling these and other situations. We know how the law works, and we are familiar with the judges and court personnel in the South Bay area.
We will help you understand your rights and figure out the best way to enforce them.
When Can Grandparents Seek Visitation Rights in CA?
California law recognizes the importance of grandparents maintaining a relationship with their grandchildren. When a parent's behavior prevents a grandparent from having a meaningful relationship with their grandchild, the grandparent may seek court-ordered visitation.
The petitioning grandparent has a relationship with the grandchild
The grandchild's parents are dead or the grandchild's parents are divorced or separated
The grandchild's parents have abandoned the child
The child's parents have neglected or abused the child
The child's parents are imprisoned
If the petitioning grandparent is asking for visitation because they have been denied access to their grandchild, they may request supervised or unsupervised visitation. If they are petitioning because the grandchild's safety is at risk, they may request supervised visitation only. Our experienced attorney can review your situation and help you determine the best course of action.
What Is Enforcement of Grandparent Visitation Rights?
When a parent is not allowing a grandparent to see their grandchild, the grandparent may seek enforcement of their visitation rights. Under California family code section 10/768, a grandparent may petition the court for enforcement of visitation rights if:
The grandchild's parents have failed or refused to allow the grandparent visitation with the grandchild
The grandchild's parents have failed or refused to send the grandchild to visit the grandparent at a time agreed upon by the parents
A grandparent may seek enforcement of visitation rights without first filing a petition for visitation rights. Our attorney can review your situation and determine the best course of action. We can help you seek enforcement of visitation rights of your grandchild.
Contact us today to speak about your rights as a grandparent!
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Trusted by Generations of Families
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70 Years of Combined Experience
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Mother & Daughter Legal Team
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Meet Pat & Colleen
Discover the experience and dedication behind our trusted mother–daughter legal team.
I couldn't have chosen a better law team to represent my family and me. Everyone in the office treats us with love and care, ensuring that I understand everything that is happening. You are a wonderful, loyal person, and you are also an excellent, caring, and highly professional lawyer. Words cannot express how grateful I am for all you have done. I did not want the day to pass without thanking you again for your work today.
Mikki D.
“I thank them for their excellence”
Pat, Colleen, and the team helped me through a very difficult custody issue many years ago, so I called them again when I needed to divorce. I thank them for their excellence, efficiency, and a successful settlement!
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“Colleen was by my side”
Divorce can be very difficult, expensive and stressful. You need someone to talk to that could lead you in the right direction when you’re ready. Colleen was the right person to do that. She and Pat Barberis are the team that made me feel protected when I was the most vulnerable early in the divorce process. They were patient with me and Colleen was by my side in court when I really needed in person representation before the court.
C.D.
“I would strongly recommend Pat”
Pat helped me with my divorce, which was a difficult time for me. She was fantastic, helping me through the whole process. She worked very hard to ensure it was as positive an outcome for me as possible.
When I turned to her for some legal advice just recently, several years after my divorce, I was able to set up a consultation with her that same day. She worked through the situation with me, understanding it and providing me with options that could be pursued, and giving me very solid advice. I would never hesitate to engage her again if the need arose. I would strongly recommend Pat for any family law needs you might have.
Joseph R.
“Pat Barberis is fabulous!”
Pat helped me with my divorce previously, which was a very difficult time for me. She was fantastic, helping me through the whole process. She worked very hard to ensure it was as positive an outcome for me as possible. When I turned to her for some legal advice just recently, several years after my divorce, I was able to set up a consultation with her that same day. She worked through the situation with me, understanding the it and providing me with options that could be pursued, and giving me very solid advice. I would never hesitate to engage her again if the need arose. I would strongly recommend Pat for any family law needs you might have.
Joe
“Thank you so much”
Pat did a phenomenal job throughout my high conflict divorce. She will communicate all your options to you, she will advocate for you and fight for you, and she is so knowledgeable--her amount of expertise will put your mind at ease. She would be so prompt with all communications that if I ever had a question she would even respond to me after hours or on the weekends if needed (which I was super impressed with and it was much appreciated). Her team (which includes Colleen Barberis) and all of the office staff were incredible throughout the divorce and I will be forever grateful to them for getting me to the finish line with this divorce. I walked away with an incredible settlement and had a great outcome because of all their hard work. Thank you so much Pat, Colleen, and office staff!!
Liz L
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Patricia and Colleen and their helpful office staff were a full service team who helped support me and get me through my family court battles. They were quick to respond and helpful. I would recommend them to everyone.
Sarah T.
“They are wonderful people and are extremely knowledgeable.”
I have had the best representation and experience with the law team of Patricia Barberis. I have had the pleasure of using them twice. They do a great job. Patricia Colleen and everyone in the office is super helpful and very talented in what they do. Their understanding of family law is amazing. Patricia and her team were very kind and patient with me in difficult times and circumstances. The last one was during the Pandemic late last year and they did an A+ job. Patricia’s guidance was super helpful and her paralegal Nancy did a fantastic job too. I highly recommend Patricia Barberis Law Firm for all family law matters. They are wonderful people and are extremely knowledgeable.
Meet Pat & ColleenDiscover the experience and dedication behind our trusted mother–daughter legal team.
