I would like to have a say in where my grandchildren go to school. Can I request joint legal decision-making with the parents?
No. In Hustrulid v. Stakebake, 516 P.3d 18, 25 (Ariz. Ct. App. 2022), the Court of AppealsThis is the Court that hears appeals and special actions from the decisions made by the superior court. A panel of three judges reviews each appeal and issues a ruling. The Arizona Supreme Court is the only state court higher than the Court of Appeals.Read more about Court of Appeals held that a third PartyAn individual, entity, or the state that either brings the lawsuit or is required to respond to the lawsuit. See ARFLP Rule 3(f).Read more about Party cannot share Joint legal decision-makingIf the court orders joint legal decision-making, the parties must agree on all decisions related to the child’s health, education, religious upbringing, or personal care.Read more about Joint legal decision-making with a parent.