Grandparents play a key role in many cases in the Family Court in England and Wales. If you need to know how to help your family, either financially or by helping to care for your grandchildren, this is the book for you. Providing both practical legal advice and information about how best to deal with the emotional aspects of family breakdown, this clear and concise book will equip you to be as supportive to your family as you can be. It will ensure you are confident you understand the legal system and how best to react to a court case involving your own family.

The book covers:

Introduction

How can I best support my family at court?

Do I have a right to see my grandchild?

What happens when my grandchild needs protection?

The consequences of helping out financially

How should I react to domestic abuse in my family?

Where can I get support?

Conclusion

Glossary

How the law works