In many families across Kansas and the United States, grandparents provide a safe haven for their grandchildren, offering them a home and helping them feel loved. According to statistics from GrandFacts, about 20,144 grandparents are responsible for their grandkids in Kansas. Many grandparents enjoy raising their grandkids as it gives them another opportunity to act as a parent. However, in the event of a divorce, abandonment, or one parent's death, the grandparents may be uncertain about their child custody or visitation rights.

At Rundberg Law, LLC, I'm committed to providing knowledgeable and comprehensive guidance to clients in grandparents' rights-related matters. As an experienced Kansas family law attorney, I will evaluate your unique situation and explore your available legal options. Whether you're a grandparent seeking custody of grandchildren or want to establish a visitation schedule, I will fight compassionately to protect your rights and the well-being of your family.

Rundberg Law, LLC, is proud to serve clients throughout Overland Park, as well as Johnson County, Kansas.

Grandparents’ Custody Rights

Grandparents’ Custody Rights in Kansas

Under Kansas law, parents have the primary control regarding the care and upbringing of their children. Custody may only be granted to the grandparent if the court finds the parent unfit and that staying with the parent is detrimental to the child's welfare. Grandparents in Kansas can ask a court for custody by:

• Requesting for guardianship

• Adopting their child



• Petitioning for a child-in-need-of-care proceeding under the Revised Kansas Code for the Care of Children (CINC Code)

In order to request custody of their grandkid, the grandparent must pursue an adoption.

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