Non-Parental Custody

There are times when a someone other than a parent decides that he or she needs to obtain custody of a child who is not being adequately cared for by his or her parents. Typically these actions are brought by grandparents, other relatives of the children, or someone who has been a primary care-giver to the child.

We handle these cases with the care they deserve, placing the children at the center of our initial discussions about what has been happening and what is best for the child. As in every case, we review the strengths and weaknesses of moving forward in court so that the clients can make informed decisions. Whenever children are at issue, we believe an agreed resolution should be the first priority and we strive, wherever possible, to help clients obtain such a solution. However, many non-parental custody cases involve broken families and often need court intervention. We have achieved great success in obtaining custody for non-parents in many cases and helped to keep many children safe and secure in the process. We bring experience and knowledge to the situation so that each client can make a decision about what is in their best interests and the best interests of the child. Weight Law Offices will provide you with an experience trial attorney in Bellingham for any third party custody case in Whatcom County.