Dad doesn't need a lawyer to file contempt on Mom. Dad can - if he's willing to learn the local rules of procedure etc., - file himself.

I honestly cannot see this going in Grandmother's favor. I'm sorry it's not more positive news.

Because unless Mom is found to be unfit, she has a constitutionally protected right to parent her children. Third party custody suits are very, very difficult to win and without a decent attorney the chances are even slimmer.

To help you understand a little bit about what may have happened without mediation:

Judge: Grandma, you are here because you are requesting custody of Child, correct?

Grandma: Yes.

Judge: Mom, do you agree to Grandma having custody?

Mom: Certainly not.

Judge: Ok then. You'll be required to go to mediation before the matter will be heard in my courtroom again.

Next case please.


Grandma wouldn't even get a chance to speak.

See where I'm going?

Just another thought - has your son requested a GAL (guardian ad litem) be appointed?