Grandparents’ Rights

When a parent dies, families often face not only emotional loss but also practical uncertainty about what happens next. For grandparents, one of the most pressing concerns is whether they still have the legal right to maintain a relationship with their grandchildren. In Kentucky, those rights exist, but they are not automatic. Understanding how Kentucky…

Being a grandparent is a special role, and for many, maintaining a meaningful relationship with grandchildren is a top priority. But what happens when circumstances, such as divorce, custody disputes, or parental disagreements, make visitation difficult or impossible? In Kentucky, grandparents do have legal avenues to seek court-ordered visitation, but the process requires careful understanding…