Nonparent Custody Clark County WA Paralegal Services

Vancouver, Washington Paralegals: 360-471-5736

Nonparent custody cases involve a person other than a biological or legal parent seeking court-ordered custody of a child. These cases can be legally complex and typically involve multiple parties, including parents, grandparents, or other relatives.

Nonparent custody matters filed in Clark County Superior Court may require detailed pleadings, supporting declarations, and service on all interested parties. Because these cases often involve different statutory requirements and procedural rules, properly prepared documentation is essential.

Who May File for Nonparent Custody?

A nonparent, such as a grandparent or other relative, may seek custody when the child is not in the physical custody of a parent or when placement with a parent may result in actual detriment to the child’s growth and development. These cases often require detailed factual allegations and supporting evidence.

Multiple Parties and Procedural Requirements

Unlike a standard custody case between two parents, nonparent custody actions frequently involve multiple respondents. Service of process, notice requirements, and court scheduling procedures must be followed carefully.

Nonparent custody cases may also involve questions of legal parentage addressed in Establish Parentage actions or related Child Custody proceedings.

Contact our office to discuss your specific nonparent custody situation and determine what documents may be required for filing in Clark County.