Sometimes a parent, or both parents, of a child refuse to let extended family members visit and spend time with the child. Oftentimes this happens with a grandparent, but it can also happen with other family members and stepparents, as well. The family member who is being shut out of the child’s life can file a petition with the court seeking a court order that allows the family member to have visitation. In Virginia, any “person with a legitimate interest” may petition the c