In England & Wales grandparents have no automatic right to contact, but the courts recognise the value of that relationship and applications are frequently successful.
The two stage route
- Apply for permission (leave) to make an application, unless the child has lived with you for a qualifying period.
- If permission is granted, apply for a child arrangements order for contact.
Before court
- Try direct contact with the parents in writing, calmly and without blame.
- Consider mediation, which is far cheaper and faster.
- Keep a record of the contact that took place before it stopped.
This article is general information about the law of England and Wales, not legal advice. For advice on your situation, speak to a solicitor.