FAMILY LAW

Grandparents & Significant Carers

Grandparents AND Significant Carers

Protect important relationships. We help grandparents and carers obtain time or parental responsibility where it’s in the child’s best interests.

Frequently asked questions

Can grandparents apply for orders?

Yes—people significant to a child can seek parenting orders.

What evidence helps?

Records of care, relationship history and practical proposals for time.

Our process

Our Process Timeline

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Background & role

Child‑focused proposal

Negotiation/FDR

Court applications where appropriate

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